Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has extended the application period for the 10th phase of its interest-free student loan scheme until December 15. The application window, originally scheduled from November 1 to November 30, 2025, was extended in response to the ongoing disaster situation in the country. According to the…
Sri Lanka’s Department of Buddhist Affairs has postponed the annual Dhamma School examinations for Grades 6 to 10, citing adverse weather conditions affecting the country. The exams, originally scheduled for December 14 under the guidance of the All Ceylon Sasanarakshaka Mandalaya, were to be conducted across 3,389 centers nationwide. A total of 690,563 students were…
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a series of large-scale infrastructure projects aimed at modernizing facilities across state universities in Sri Lanka. Sixteen development proposals—submitted under the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Professional Education—have been incorporated into the government’s Investment Plan 2026–2030, following recommendations from the Department of National Planning. Presented by the Prime…
Sri Lanka has announced that all school-going children impacted by recent floods and landslides will receive a financial grant of Rs. 25,000. According to the President’s Media Division, the assistance—issued through the President’s Fund—is intended to help affected students meet their essential educational needs.
Colombo, Sri Lanka — CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd. has extended Rs. 10 million and critical on-ground assistance to support Sri Lanka’s national recovery following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Announced on 2nd December 2025, the contribution was handed over by Managing Director Xiong Hongfeng to Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, Secretary to the Treasury,…
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that the company will donate to relief and rebuilding efforts after severe storms affected several countries, including Sri Lanka. In a post on X, Cook said Apple is “thinking of everyone affected” as communities across Sri Lanka, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia face widespread damage. His statement comes as Sri Lanka…
More than 275,000 children have been affected by the severe floods and landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The cyclone, which struck Sri Lanka on November 28, has created a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis for children and families nationwide. UNICEF reports that early estimates indicate over 1.4 million…
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education has announced that the remaining subjects of the G.C.E. Advanced Level examination—postponed due to severe weather—will be held in early January 2026. Education Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewe stated that schools in provinces and districts unaffected by transport disruptions, communication breakdowns, or power outages are expected to reopen on December 16. Decisions…
Sri Lanka’s Education Ministry Secretary, Nalaka Kaluwewa, has confirmed that no changes have been made to the previously announced school reopening date of December 16. He noted, however, that officials will hold a review meeting today (02) to discuss the reopening timeline, particularly in light of recent disruptions. Kaluwewa added that the government intends to…
The government has decided to close all schools across the country until further notice. Authorities stated that the decision will remain in effect until new instructions are issued.
