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AI to be included to school curriculum

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1 year ago

March 13, 2024

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The Ministry of Education says arrangements have been made to revise the IT curriculum in state schools.

Minister of Education Susil Premajayantha announced that the pilot project in this regard will be launched on March 19, 2024.

He further said that under the pilot project, steps have been taken to introduce Information Technology, including Artificial Intelligence, in the education system of state schools from Grades 08 to 13.

Minister Premajayantha said that Microsoft has partnered with the ministry to provide the necessary assistance in this regard.

He pointed out that the introduction of the new IT Curriculum will enable imparting the subject knowledge according to international standards.

“When making changes in the field of education, it is essential to provide children with modern technical knowledge. Especially in the fields of Nano Technology, Biotechnology, genetic Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence,” the Education Minister added.

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Keheliya arrives at CIABOC

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43 minutes ago

June 18, 2025

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Former Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella has arrived at the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to record a statement this morning (June 18).

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CPC suspends dispensing fuel into barrels & cans

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52 minutes ago

June 18, 2025

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The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has suspended pumping of fuel to barrels and cans with immediate effect.

The decision was taken due to reports of unnecessary congestion at filling stations caused by consumers gathering hoard fuel in this manner.

Noting that the decision has been communicated to fuel station owners the CPC warned disciplinary action will be taken against those who violate it.

Speaking at the cabinet briefing yesterday (June 17), Cabinet Spokesman – Minister Nalinda Jayatissa emphasized that there is no shortage of fuel and that the panic-driven demand is unwarranted.

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Discussion over elephant damage to MRIA security fence

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1 hour ago

June 18, 2025

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A meeting was held yesterday (June 17) under the patronage of Defence Secretary – Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha to address the recurring damage caused by wild elephants to the security fence at Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA).

Senior officials from the Civil Security Department, Department of Wildlife Conservation, Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Pvt. Ltd., the Tri-Forces, and the Ministry of Defence had also attended the discussion.

The discussion focused on implementing both immediate repairs and long-term preventive measures, with the Defence Secretary instructing the Tri-Forces and all relevant agencies to act swiftly.

He emphasized the need for sustainable solutions that balance airport security with the natural movement of wildlife, and called for continued coordination among stakeholders to ensure timely implementation.