Dr. Gayashika Fernando, a Senior Lecturer in SLIIT’s Mechanical Engineering Department and the first PhD graduate from SLIIT’s Faculty of Engineering, embodies determination and scholarly excellence. Her academic journey, spanning from a B.Sc. (Hons) in Production Engineering at the University of Peradeniya to an MEng in Manufacturing System Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, reflects
Power and Energy State Minister Indika Anuruddha Herath emphasized the stability and safety of the Uma Oya Development Project, stating that since its transfer to public ownership, there have been no reported landslides or issues. He cautioned against misleading narratives, pointing out that some are attempting to mislead the public by highlighting minor waterfalls due
Effective from today, the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of a 50kg bag of Cement has been reduced by Rs. 50, making it Rs. 2,400. This price adjustment, announced by the industry media, marks a significant step in supporting the local construction sector by offering consumers a cost-saving benefit starting from May 1st. The decision to
The government has allocated Rs. 100 million for each divisional secretariat area to fund development projects ahead of the presidential election, with instructions to ruling party MPs to expedite their implementation, reports the Daily Mirror. President Ranil Wickremesinghe convened a meeting of ruling party legislators to address the slow pace of project execution, as noted
Japan’s Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa is set to embark on an official visit to Sri Lanka from May 4 to 5. During her visit, Minister Kamikawa will engage in courtesy calls with President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. Additionally, she will hold official discussions with Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, accompanied by
Eighteen trade unions representing the Joint Committee of Government Executive Officers are set to initiate a trade union action as a protest against what they perceive as the Government’s failure to address the challenges faced by professionals in the public sector. The Joint Committee of Executive Officers has decided to report sick for two days,
The Education Ministry is set to restore the pre-Covid schedule by immediately starting Advanced Level classes for students who recently completed the Ordinary Level Examination. Education Minister Dr. Susil Premajayantha announced this initiative during the launch of the National Institute of Education’s official internet radio channel (NIE Visual Radio) at Maharagama’s National Institute of Education.
The government has allocated 34 acres of land to facilitate the construction of the second and third phases of the National School of Business Management (NSBM), according to Cabinet spokesman and Mass Media Minister Dr. Bandula Gunawardhana. This decision, subject to the estimated value recovery determined by the Government Valuer, will be on a long-term
The Peradeniya University Explorers’ Association achieved a remarkable feat during their 2024 Himalayan Expedition as they successfully reached the Island peak, standing at an impressive altitude of 6,189 meters. This significant accomplishment marks the first time that a team of students from a Sri Lankan University has conquered this challenging location. The team’s journey was
The Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) is charting a new course aimed at propelling Sri Lankan businesses onto the global stage. At their recent 25th annual general meeting, newly appointed President Thushira Raddella announced a strategic shift towards international engagement. Recognizing the evolving landscape of global commerce, COYLE plans to establish regional offices in