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Four-Day Hulftsdorp Bookfest Begins at Sri Lanka Law College

The ‘Hulftsdorp Bookfest’, organized by the Sri Lanka Law Students’ Sinhala Union, will be held for four days starting today (17th) on the 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th at the Main Hall of Sri Lanka Law College, Hulftsdorp. At the inauguration ceremony held this morning, the Chief Guest was former Minister of Justice and President’s Four-Day Hulftsdorp Bookfest Begins at Sri Lanka Law College

Gateway U18s Clinch Fourth Consecutive International Schools Football Title

Gateway College’s Under 18 Football Team etched their name in history once again by securing the International Schools U18 Football Championship for the fourth consecutive year, reaffirming their dominance on the schools’ football circuit. The tournament, held at Moragasmulla from the 2nd to 12th of February, saw Gateway begin their campaign in commanding fashion. They Gateway U18s Clinch Fourth Consecutive International Schools Football Title

D.S. Senanayake College Old Boys Successfully Conclude Back to School & Back to Sportsmeet

The annual Back to School and Back to Sportsmeet events, organized by the Old Boys’ Association of D.S.Senanayake College, was successfully concluded yesterday with the participation of many prominent alumni, including the Chairman of Sumithra Garments Mr. Jafar Sattar, Senior Additional Solicitor General Mr. Sumathi Dharmawardhane, Chairman of the David Wickremaratne Group of Companies Mr. D.S. Senanayake College Old Boys Successfully Conclude Back to School & Back to Sportsmeet

CISD and XpressJobs Partner to Bridge Sri Lanka’s Sales Skills Gap

Sri Lanka’s sales sector one of the country’s largest employment generators, has long faced a structural challenge: while demand for sales talent continues to grow across industries, the profession itself lacks formal training pathways, consistent standards, and clear career progression. In a move aimed at addressing this gap, the Colombo Institute of Sales & Distribution CISD and XpressJobs Partner to Bridge Sri Lanka’s Sales Skills Gap

D. S. Senanayake College Marks 59 Years, Reaffirms ‘Country Before Self’ Legacy

“Country Before Self”, an immortal slogan entrenched in the heartbeats of every Senanayakian, stands as the guiding principle of D. S. Senanayake College, Colombo. With its pillars of love, respect and discipline, D. S. Senanayake College remains steadfast in its mission to mould generations who serve not just themselves, but the nation. Formally established in D. S. Senanayake College Marks 59 Years, Reaffirms ‘Country Before Self’ Legacy

Oxford Chester Uni of Higher Education Opens Head Office at Gangaramaya Educational Hub

The Head Office of Oxford Chester Uni of Higher Education was ceremonially opened at the Gangaramaya Educational Hub, located within the historic premises of the Gangaramaya Temple, marking a significant milestone in SriLanka’s higher educational and scape. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of the Chief Guest, Venerable Dr. Kirinde Assaji Thero, Chief Oxford Chester Uni of Higher Education Opens Head Office at Gangaramaya Educational Hub

10th Sri Lankan Muslim Educational Excellence Awards 2026 Celebrated In The United Kingdom

The 10th Annual Sri Lankan Muslim Educational Excellence Awards 2026 was successfully held on Saturday, 17 January 2026, at Allum Manor Hall, Elstree, marking a significant milestone in celebrating a decade of academic excellence and outstanding achievement within the Sri Lankan Muslim community in the United Kingdom. The prestigious ceremony was organised by the Education 10th Sri Lankan Muslim Educational Excellence Awards 2026 Celebrated In The United Kingdom

Gateway College Colombo Crowned Under 17 Basketball Champions

Gateway College once again stamped their dominance on the schools basketball arena by emerging Champions at the International Schools Under 17 Basketball Tournament 2025, organised by Colombo International School. In a remarkable achievement, this victory marks the fifth consecutive time that Gateway College lads have clinched this prestigious trophy, underlining their sustained excellence, discipline, and Gateway College Colombo Crowned Under 17 Basketball Champions

Gateway College Shines at Harvard Model United Nations

Gateway College students delivered an outstanding performance at Harvard Model United Nations (HMUN), a prestigious four-day international high school conference held from 8–11 January 2026 at the Le Méridien Hotel and Conference Centre in Dubai. The conference brought together approximately 800 participants from nearly 30 countries, including student delegates, chairs, and faculty advisors, creating a Gateway College Shines at Harvard Model United Nations

Fulbright Opens Fully Funded U.S. Scholarships for Sri Lankans for 2027–2028

“A rare opportunity for Sri Lankans to study, teach, research, and grow in the United States through one of the world’s most prestigious scholarship programs.”

NSBM Green University Inaugurates 2026 New Degree Intake on February 23

The Inauguration Ceremony of 2026 new intake of degree programmes at NSBM Green University is scheduled to be held on February 23. Even though the GCE Advanced Level (A/L) examination was held until January, with this timely intake, NSBM allows after A/L students to start their university journey without further delays. For this new intake, NSBM Green University Inaugurates 2026 New Degree Intake on February 23

From Storybooks to the Stage: The Magical World of Cinderella Comes Alive at Lionel Wendt

Dreams, courage, kindness and a little bit of magic are set to light up the stage as Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella – Youth Edition comes to life at the Lionel Wendt Theatre this January. Presented by Asian International School, Colombo, this enchanting musical promises to transport young audiences into a world where hope shines brighter From Storybooks to the Stage: The Magical World of Cinderella Comes Alive at Lionel Wendt

Uva Province schools to close at 11.30 am today

It has been decided to close all schools in the Uva Province at 11:30 am today (09 Jan), due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions.  The Uva Provincial Director of Education stated that, as such, all 892 schools will be closed. It was further said that, depending on the situation, full authority has been vested Uva Province schools to close at 11.30 am today

Controversial Grade 6 English lesson removed : PM

Prime Minister and Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament that the controversial Grade 6 English module has been removed following a recommendation by the academic advisory board of the National Institute of Education (NIE). “Given the controversy and our assessment also that it is inappropriate, immediately after this came to our knowledge, this particular module Controversial Grade 6 English lesson removed : PM

“Grade 6 English module has not reached students : PM Harini

Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya informed Parliament that the controversial Grade 6 English module, which was withdrawn following the admission of a serious blunder, has not yet reached schoolchildren, and that an immediate investigation was launched as soon as authorities were made aware of the issue. The Prime Minister said the distribution of the module was “Grade 6 English module has not reached students : PM Harini