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How Sri Lanka is Tackling the Global Nursing Shortage through Innovative Education.

May 18, 2026 at 5:36 AM

Dr. Kithsiri Edirisinghe and IIHS Multiversity are addressing the global 15-million-nurse shortage by training internationally competitive nursing professionals in Sri Lanka, creating pathways to global employment and strengthening the national economy.

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How Sri Lanka is Tackling the Global Nursing Shortage through Innovative Education

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Samarkand Summit Urges Sri Lanka to Abandon Aid-Dependent Mindset.

The 59th ADB meeting in Samarkand highlights a critical need for Sri Lanka to shift from an aid-recipient mentality to an aggressive, competitive global economic partner.

May 18, 2026 at 12:08 AM

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University of Nicosia Expands Sri Lankan Presence via Global Study Connect Partnership.

May 14, 2026 at 5:24 AM

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Prioritizing Human Welfare: The Crucial Debate for Sri Lanka’s Economic Path.

May 14, 2026 at 12:14 AM

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Sri Lanka Accelerates 'Prajashakthi' Poverty Alleviation Initiative with Major Budget Allocation

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May 11, 2026 at 1:06 PM

Sri Lanka Accelerates 'Prajashakthi' Poverty Alleviation Initiative with Major Budget Allocation.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reviewed the 'Prajashakthi' national programme, revealing that Rs. 23 billion out of the allocated Rs. 25 billion has been approved for rural development projects.

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US Collaborates with Sri Lanka to Launch National AI Higher Education Policy.

May 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM

The United States has partnered with Sri Lanka’s University Grants Commission to develop the nation's first national AI policy framework for higher education, emphasizing American standards, ethics, and innovation.

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Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery and the Quest for Long-Term Reconciliation.

May 10, 2026 at 9:55 PM

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Technology

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Sri Lanka Unveils Strategic AI Policy Framework for State Universities.

May 10, 2026 at 4:36 AM

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Sri Lanka Federation of University Women Marks Sinhala and Tamil New Year.

The Sri Lanka Federation of University Women (SLFUW) recently held a traditional celebration to mark the Sinhala and Tamil New Year at their Colombo premises.

May 10, 2026 at 12:02 AM

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University of Peradeniya and SLT-MOBITEL Launch Sri Lanka's First AI-Integrated Engineering Degree

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May 8, 2026 at 7:09 AM

University of Peradeniya and SLT-MOBITEL Launch Sri Lanka's First AI-Integrated Engineering Degree.

The University of Peradeniya, in partnership with SLT-MOBITEL, has announced the launch of Sri Lanka’s first Bachelor of Science in Engineering Honours, focusing on Electronic and Intelligent Systems, starting in August 2026.

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Local News

Education Ministry Issues Urgent Fraud Alert Regarding Overseas Scholarship Program.

May 6, 2026 at 8:24 AM

The Sri Lankan Ministry of Education has cautioned students and parents against fraudulent agents claiming involvement in the government's overseas scholarship program for high-achieving A-Level students.

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Sri Lanka’s Strategic Pivot: Leveraging Global Shifts for Regional Hub Status.

Economist Ganeshan Wignaraja outlines the path for Sri Lanka to emerge as a regional financial and talent hub by prioritizing macroeconomic stability and structural reforms, even as the nation balances local market performance and foreign investment hurdles.

May 6, 2026 at 5:38 AM

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Local News

Legal and Educational Developments in Sri Lanka: Key Updates from April 2026.

This report summarizes critical news developments in Sri Lanka, including the legal fallout from an MP's land dispute, declining Advanced Level performance in the Central Province, and political tensions in Colombo.

April 29, 2026 at 12:26 AM

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Education

Sri Lanka Partners with Commonwealth of Learning to Launch National Micro-Credentials Policy.

The Sri Lankan Cabinet has approved a new national policy and framework for micro-credentials, supported by the Commonwealth of Learning, to enhance professional skills and employability.

April 28, 2026 at 10:24 AM

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Reimagining Regional Universities: A Path Beyond Neoliberal Education

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April 28, 2026 at 12:14 AM

Reimagining Regional Universities: A Path Beyond Neoliberal Education.

This article analyzes the historical marginalization of regional universities in Sri Lanka under neoliberal policies and explores the urgent need to empower these institutions to foster local economic resilience and community engagement.

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Concerns Raised Over Legal Validity of 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund.

April 27, 2026 at 8:01 PM

MP Harsha de Silva has questioned the legal existence of the government's 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' fund, noting it lacks formal parliamentary backing, despite government claims that over Rs. 9.5 billion has been deposited into it.

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Concerns Raised Over Legal Validity of 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund

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Sri Lanka Cricket Honors Legacy of Gwen Herat with New Women’s Tournament Trophy.

April 27, 2026 at 10:58 AM

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Boosting Sri Lanka's Economy: The Urgent Need to Close the Gender Gap in Employment.

April 25, 2026 at 7:05 PM

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Sri Lanka Principals’ Service Grade III Examination Postponed Indefinitely.

April 24, 2026 at 4:03 PM

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April 20, 2026 at 8:42 PM

Sri Lanka’s Economic Ambition: Strategies for Sustainable Growth and Global Integration.

Sri Lanka is actively pursuing strategies to transform its economy, including ambitious long-term growth targets and a renewed partnership with the World Bank to boost private sector investment and job creation.

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