Attorney-at-Law Manoj Nanayakkara has been appointed as the new Chief Scout Commissioner of the Sri Lanka Scout Association. The appointment was made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in terms of the provisions of the Scouts Ordinance No. 13 of 1957. The letter of appointment was handed over to him yesterday (13) at the Presidential Secretariat … Manoj Nanayakkara appointed Chief Scout Commissioner of Sri Lanka
The Rs. 10,000 allowance provided by the President’s Fund for schoolchildren affected by Cyclone Ditwah has now commenced, the President’s Office announced today. All relevant financial allocations have been directed to the District Secretariats, and every student who received the Rs. 15,000 allowance from the government will also be entitled to this benefit. Accordingly, as … Cyclone-hit students get Rs. 10,000 relief allowance
The official ceremony to hand over school uniform fabric for 2026, donated by the Government of China, was held yesterday (13) at the Colombo Port premises under the patronage of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. The fabric was symbolically handed over by the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, to … China donates school uniform fabric for 4.4 million students
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya and representatives of teachers’ trade unions was held yesterday afternoon (13) at the Presidential Secretariat. At the meeting, the teachers’ trade union representatives stated that they accept the necessity of the new education reforms being implemented by the Government and pointed out that … President, PM hold talks with Teachers’ unions on Education Reform Process
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said the Cabinet has decided to implement proposed education reforms for Grade 6 starting in 2027, instead of 2026, following recent controversy over content in the Grade 6 English module. He said the decision was based on the findings of a Criminal Investigation Department (CID) probe into the inclusion of … Education reforms for Grade 6 pushed to 2027 – Cabinet
The Ministry of Education has announced that, based on the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, the first round of appeals for admission to Grade 6 in schools for the year 2026 can be submitted online. According to the ministry, appeals for admissions can be submitted until January 25, 2026. Appeals may be … Grade 6 admission appeals open until Jan. 25
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that public attention should focus on those responsible for distortions in the country’s education reforms, rather than on the personal lives or preferences of individual political leaders. MP Premadasa said education has become one of the most discussed issues in Sri Lanka, but stressed it should be debated in the … Opposition Leader urges accountability in education reforms, not personal lives
ESOFT UNI, part of ESOFT Computer Studies Pvt Ltd, has further strengthened its commitment to career-focused education by signing three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Jobmasters Global (Pvt) Ltd, ESOFT Technologies and Xpress Jobs, expanding structured internship and industry placement opportunities for students. ESOFT UNI offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to … ESOFT UNI strengthens industry links with three new MoUs
The remaining subjects of the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination, which were postponed due to Cyclone Ditwah, resumed today (12). The examination is held at 2,086 centres across the island, with 325 coordination centres and 32 regional centres established for the purpose. The exams will be conducted from January 12 to 20, 2026. Candidates have … Postponed A/L Exams resume today
St. Benedict’s College has further strengthened its facilities with the addition of new buses to its transport fleet. This important initiative, undertaken by the Welfare Society following careful evaluation and thorough analysis, is aimed at enhancing support for sports, extracurricular, and other college-related activities. As the College proudly commemorates 160 years of excellence under the … St. Benedict’s College Expands Transport Facilities
The International Scholar Office was pleased to welcome Vidushali Ganesh, Assistant Recruitment Manager – Sri Lanka at Southern Cross Global, for a courtesy visit to exchange New Year wishes. The visit provided an opportunity to express appreciation for the continued support extended to the office, while reaffirming a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration in the … International Scholar Office Welcomes New Year Visit from Southern Cross Global
The Drama Club of the Secondary School of Gateway College Colombo proudly brings to the stage Much Ado About Nothing, Shakespeare’s timeless comedy reimagined and beautifully contextualised in the early 20th century Kandy of Sri Lanka. Blending classic Elizabethan wit with a rich local setting, this vibrant production promises a theatrical experience that is both … Gateway College Colombo Presents Shakespeare with a Sri Lankan Soul
