Lanka Education News

Presidential Scholarships for 100000 School Students on the Advice of the President

Dinesh De Alwis8 months ago1 week ago02 mins

In an effort to support the education of Sri Lankan children, President Ranil Wickremesinghe introduced the “Presidential Academic Scholarship Program 2024/2025.” This special scholarship initiative, launched through the President’s Fund, aims to provide financial assistance to 100,000 students from Grade 01 to Grade 11 across all 10,126 schools in the country. The program is designed to annually award scholarships to…

U.S. Announces Intent to Gift Fourth Ship to Strengthen Defense Cooperation with Sri Lanka

U.S. Proposes Fourth Cutter Transfer to Sri Lanka, Strengthening Bilateral Defense Cooperation

Dinesh De Alwis8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

The U.S. Department of State has officially informed Congress about its intent to transfer a fourth medium endurance cutter/ship to Sri Lanka. Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources, Richard Verma, expressed optimism pending Congress’ notification period completion. The proposed transfer aims to bolster defense cooperation, reinforcing Sri Lanka’s ability to patrol its Exclusive…

2022 O/L Exam Results Release November 30

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 year ago01 mins

2022 GCE O/L examination results will be released before November 30, 2023 according to the Examinations Department. The G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination 2022 commenced on May 29 and lasted till June 8 at 3,568 exam centres island-wide, with 472,553 candidates sat for the exams. The Commissioner General of Examinations, Amith Jayasundara says that the results of…

France contributed Half Million EUROS through UNICEF to support Sri Lanka’s efforts to prevent and treat malnutrition among children

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 year ago04 mins

France has contributed €500,000 through UNICEF to support Sri Lanka’s efforts to prevent and treat malnutrition among children in the country. The contribution enables UNICEF, working in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, to provide children under two years of age with the required nutrition services. Parents and caregivers will also be educated on the…

Migrant Workers Express Concern Over the Continuity of Sri Lanka’s Electric Vehicle Permit Scheme – A Glimmer of Hope or a Passing Cloud ?

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 week ago05 mins

When Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Labour and Foreign Employment introduced its electric vehicle (EV) permit scheme, the news spread like wildfire among the expatriate community. For the first time, it felt like our remittances—our hard-earned money—were not just faceless contributions to the national economy but investments that could empower us and our families. The financial…

Sri Lanka’s Electric Vehicle EV Permit Scheme Boosts Economy and Environment

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 week ago05 mins

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Labour and Foreign Employment says its electric vehicle (EV) permit scheme for migrant workers has enabled it to bring in more than US$ 22 million to the country. The Ministry allowed migrant workers to import electrical vehicles as part of its measures to provide better benefits to migrant workers with the…

Sri Lanka University Rankings World Rankings List Released

Sri Lanka University Rankings 2023 / 2024 Latest List Released

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Three Sri Lankan universities are appeared among the top 2,000 universities in 2023 / 2024 global university rankings according to the latest university rankings released. The government’s objective is to add more local universities among the top 2,000 universities list in the world. www.examlabs.com “Webometrics” new university ranking released. Webometrics released 2023 Sri Lankan state…

Why guest posts and backlinks are important

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 week ago05 mins

In the world of digital marketing, guest posting, sponsored posts, and backlinks are essential strategies for improving website traffic, increasing brand visibility, and boosting Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and rankings. These tactics can be used by businesses of all sizes to expand their reach, connect with new audiences, and establish their authority in their industry….

Aswasuma Social Welfare Registration & Appeals Via Online www.wbb.gov.lk web

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 year ago02 mins

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has issued instructions to ensure the effective execution of the “Aswasuma” social welfare initiative, aiming to leave no one behind. Those who were unable to register previously would be given the opportunity to do so during the month of August. Additionally, provisions have been put in place to allow the submission of…

Student Loan Applications Call Sri Lanka

Dinesh De Alwis1 year ago1 week ago04 mins

Sri Lanka Ministry of Education says that the call for applications for the seventh phase of the Interest Free Student Loan Scheme IFSLS for students who have passed A/L Examination but lost their university admissions will begin from July 4th. Students those who sat for the A/L Examination in the years 2019/2020/2021 can apply for…