Dinesh De Alwis

This website is maintained by a Freelance Journalist. He is mainly focusing Education and higher education fields. He is currently contributing to “University World News”.

Sri Lanka Expands ‘Suraksha’ Student Insurance Scheme with Enhanced Medical and Welfare Benefits

Sri Lanka Expands ‘Suraksha’ Student Insurance Scheme with Enhanced Medical and Welfare Benefits

Sri Lanka has expanded its Suraksha student insurance scheme, offering enhanced medical and welfare benefits to millions of schoolchildren nationwide. The upgraded programme, implemented through a new agreement between the Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited and the Ministry of Education, provides increased financial protection for students in government, government-approved private, special needs, and pirivena…

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Chinese Ambassador’s Scholarship Programme for UoR students

Applications have opened for the Chinese Ambassador’s Scholarship Programme, the University of Ruhuna (UoR) announced. Undergraduates who have enrolled (1st year – 2nd semester, or 2nd year – 1st semester) at the university, and have a proven record of academic excellence, those pursuing a postgraduate degree (1st year) at the university and demonstrate outstanding academic…

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Reducing Inequality Among Schools and Enhancing the Quality of Educational Experiences for Children is the Core Objective of These Educational Reforms

For several decades, various issues that have emerged within Sri Lanka’s school system have created numerous challenges in the field of education. The inequalities among schools have become a key factor leading to serious problems in the teaching and learning process of students, stated the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational…

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Scholarships Open for Sri Lankans to Study at Russian Universities

The Russian Embassy in Sri Lanka has announced that scholarships are now open for Sri Lankan students to study at Russian State universities in the 2025/26 academic year. These scholarships cover bachelor’s, master’s, and postgraduate research programs. Students interested in applying can find a list of available degree programs and submit applications online through the…

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

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…

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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

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…

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