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SL to get 3 international universities

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State Minister of Higher Education Dr. Suren Raghavan has said that steps have been initiated to establish three international universities within Sri Lanka. 

Dr. Raghavan outlined that two of these universities are currently in the establishment phase, with the third scheduled to commence operations by May of this year. 

Notably, the Indian Institute of Technology is to be opened in Kandy, while the other two universities will have branches affiliated with the United States and the United Kingdom, with anticipated memorandum of understanding signings.

In a press briefing held at the Presidential Media Center today (14) under the theme of “Collective Path to a Stable Country”, Dr. Raghavan also announced the plans to enhance the educational landscape in Sri Lanka. Drawing from insights of international education experts, the focus is now on offering multiple degrees through state universities, he said.

Additionally, discussions are underway to establish the new Higher Education Development Commission, integrating findings from the Wijedasa Rajapaksa Committee and the Committee Report of the University Grants Commission. Former Chief Justice K. Sri Pawan has been appointed to chair this committee, with a focus on deliberating the relevant legal framework and presenting the draft to Parliament.

Also, discussions have started to provide multiple degrees in the state universities. The Australian Higher Education Minister has been invited to Sri Lanka through the Australian Embassy. With him, the chancellors of Melbourne, Sydney University and 10 other universities are going to come to Sri Lanka. They are expected to discuss the next steps to be taken after observing our educational situation.

Lastly, while emphasizing the need to regulate the private higher education sector, Dr. Raghavan assured that there are no preparations for commercializing education.

State Minister of Higher Education Dr. Suren Raghavan said that after the observation of experts with international experience in education, they have focused on providing multiple degrees through state universities. Regulation of the private higher education sector is deemed necessary. However, it’s important to clarify that there are no intentions to commercialize education.

(Excerpts : PMD)

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Sri Lanka clinches second Hong Kong Cricket Sixes title after 17 years

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Sri Lanka, led by Lahiru Madushanka, clinched their second Hong Kong Cricket Sixes title, defeating Pakistan by three wickets with an over to spare at the Mission Road ground. This victory marks Sri Lanka’s first title win since 2007.

Pakistan, five-time champions, were restricted to 72 in 5.2 overs, with Dhananjaya Lakshan and Tharindu Ratnayake taking two wickets each. 

Pakistan opener Muhammad Akhlaq top-scored with 48 off 20 balls. 

Chasing 74, Sri Lankan opener Sadun Weerakkody smashed 34 off 13 balls, supported by Madushanka (19) and Ratnayake, who hit the winning six to remain unbeaten on 16.

In the semi-final, Sri Lanka edged past Bangladesh by three wickets. Ratnayake’s outstanding figures of 4/33 secured him Player of the Match, while Weerakkody’s quick-fire 50 retired hurt helped chase down 104 with a ball to spare.

Ratnayake finished as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker, earning him Player of the Series, while Lakshan’s final spell of 2/6 awarded him Player of the Final. South Africa and Oman won the Plate and Bowl Championships, respectively.

Chief Scores

Semi-final: Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh by 3 wickets
Bangladesh 103/5 in 6 overs; Sri Lanka 104/4 in 5.5 overs
Player of the Match: Tharindu Ratnayake

Final: Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 3 wickets
Pakistan 72/6 in 5.2 overs; Sri Lanka 76/3 in 5 overs
Player of the Final: Dhananjaya Lakshan

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Suspect with 22 outstanding warrants arrested in Kandana

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A 42-year-old suspect with 22 outstanding arrest warrants has been apprehended in Kandewatta, Kandana. 

Police report that the individual, a resident of Madurankuliya, was wanted in connection with multiple crimes, including theft, with warrants issued by courts in Puttalam and Negombo.

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No withdrawal of security at religious places – MoD

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The Ministry of Defence states that the reports claiming the removal of security provided by the Tri-Forces and the Civil Defence Force at religious places in the country are untrue.

This was communicated by the media spokesman of the Ministry of Defence during a special press conference held this afternoon (03).

Speaking during the press conference, the media spokesman of Sri Lanka Army Major General Rasika Kumara stated that the government has not reached any decision to reduce the number of security personnel deployed at the religious places as of yet.

Furthermore, he assured that removing of tri-forces personnel from religious places is carried out only if it is confirmed that the number of security personnel required for a concerned location is less than the deployed amount, during security analysis conducted on a regular basis by the Army Headquarters.

(AdaDerana)
(This story, originally published by AdaDerana has not been edited by SLM staff)

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