Category: Special Reports
United States Strengthens Partnership with Sri Lanka Through Additional USD24.5 Mn Development Agreement
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce an additional commitment of US $24.5 million (Rs 7.2 billion) from the American people to further our long-standing investment in the people of Sri Lanka and our partnership. The additional funding was announced during a visit to Sri Lanka by the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Assistant […]
Applications for the UK Government’s Chevening Scholarships are now open for Sri Lankan students
Applications for Chevening Scholarships to study in the UK are open between 6 August and 5 November 2024. Prospective candidates can submit their applications via chevening.org/apply. Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from diverse backgrounds who can demonstrate the commitment and skills needed to become future leaders. Applicants must have a realistic and achievable idea […]
CA Sri Lanka Annual Economic & Tax Symposium Explores Ways to Use Tax Policy as Catalyst for Growth
In the backdrop of Sri Lanka making its way back from its most devastating economic crisis, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka held its 3rd Annual Economic and Tax Symposium recently, under the theme ‘Shaping Fiscal Foundations: Tax Policy as a Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Growth’. Attended by a cross section of representatives […]
Ceylon Chamber Launches BCCS Awards 2024
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce launched the Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability (BCCS) Awards 2024 at a seminar to brief prospective applicants on the Award process for the year 2024. Held this year for the twenty-first consecutive year, the BCCS Awards, which champion corporate sustainability in an increasingly environmentally vulnerable world, are one of the most […]
NVQSL 3 and 4 exams in Israel to evaluate skills of Sri Lankan caregivers
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel in collaboration with the National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA) and the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC), organized the NVQ 3 and 4 levels test, for Sri Lankan caregivers in Israel. These tests which aim to evaluate the skills of Sri Lankan caregivers in Israel started […]
US-SL Fulbright Commission Fosters Opportunity for Sri Lankans to Pursue US Educational Opportunities
Through the work of the United States-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission, the United States and Sri Lanka support and encourage academic exchanges between both countries. This week, 100 Sri Lankan students and scholars attended a pre-departure orientation hosted by the Fulbright Commission and EducationUSA, preparing them for success in their educational pursuits at universities across the […]
CA Sri Lanka unveils special logo to celebrate 65th anniversary
Building on an inspiring legacy that has transformed the accounting landscape since 1959, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) unveiled a special logo on 18th July 2024, in celebration of its 65th anniversary this year. The logo symbolizes CA Sri Lanka’s rich heritage and unwavering commitment to professional excellence. The […]
Scope Cinemas Brings IMAX®️ to Sri Lanka Sparking Cinematic Revolution
Scope Cinemas is set to revolutionise cinema experiences in Sri Lanka with the opening of its new IMAX®️ Theatre at Havelock City Mall on the 26th of July 2024. This eagerly anticipated launch promises to bring an unparalleled level of audio-visual immersion for Sri Lankan moviegoers, marking a milestone moment for entertainment in the country. […]
Asiri Hospitals and NITF sign Agreement to provide healthcare benefits for all Agrahara members
Asiri Group of Hospitals, trusted for high standards in patient-centered care has signed a landmark agreement with the National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF), to provide comprehensive concessions to all government employees through the Agrahara Medical Insurance scheme. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Dr. Manjula Karunaratne, Director/Group CEO of Asiri Hospitals, and Gamani […]
A Call to Debate: Law College’s Hulftsdorp Debates 2024 Set to Break New Ground
The English Literary Association of Sri Lanka Law College is proud to announce the return of the highly anticipated Hulftsdorp Debates (HDs) for its tenth edition. The HDs hold the honour of being the first comprehensive university-level English debating tournament in Sri Lanka, and it is conducted in the British Parliamentary style. This year’s competition […]
CFA Society Sri Lanka Presents Course on Key Economic Indicators for Business Success
CFA Society Sri Lanka is pleased to announce an exclusive course on “Understanding Key Economic Indicators for Business Success,” presented by the CFA Society Sri Lanka in association with Frontier Research. This course, designed to empower professionals with critical economic insights, is tailored for managers, executives, and strategic planners, promising to provide participants with a […]
CA Sri Lanka and SLIIT forge a new path for Accounting education excellence
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) and the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) recently forged a new path in accounting and IT education excellence by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the first time in history aimed at advancing and collaborating in professional education. Mr. Heshana Kuruppu, […]