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VISTA 2025 student symposium inaugurated at KDU

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2 months ago

April 8, 2025

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The Faculty of Management, Social Sciences, and Humanities of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) proudly inaugurated VISTA 2025: Vision for Innovation, a student symposium aimed at fostering academic discourse, interdisciplinary research, and innovation.

The event, held at the Faculty of Graduate Studies Auditorium, brought together students, scholars, and professionals for a day of insightful presentations, keynote speeches, and discussions on pressing topics in the realms of management, social sciences, and humanities.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara, the Vice Chancellor of KDU, who attended as the Chief Guest. The keynote address was delivered by Senior Professor Janaka Ekanayake, Chair Professor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at the University of Peradeniya. His speech highlighted the critical role of innovation and multidisciplinary collaboration in shaping future-ready graduates.

Also present at the event was Dr. Lakshika Liyanage, the Dean of the Faculty of Management, Social Sciences and Humanities, who welcomed the gathering and emphasized the importance of platforms like VISTA in nurturing student-led research and critical thinking.

Organized with the theme Vision for Innovation, VISTA 2025 showcases a series of student-led research presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, reflecting the university’s commitment to academic excellence and societal contribution.VISTA 2025 marks a significant step in the university’s efforts to create a vibrant academic environment, bridging theory and practice through innovation and collaboration.

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COVID subvariants spreading in Asia detected in Sri Lanka

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9 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Medical Research Institute of Sri Lanka has confirmed that the COVID-19 variant currently spreading in the Asian region has also been identified in the country.

Dr. Jude Jayamaha, a specialist in viral diseases at the Medical Research Institute, stated that patients infected with the Omicron subvariants LF.7 and XFG are being reported locally.

Dr. Jayamaha explained that this finding was confirmed through research conducted on biological samples collected from several hospitals across the island.

However, he emphasized that there is no need for undue fear regarding these COVID-19 variants.

Health authorities have also stressed the importance of vulnerable groups—such as pregnant mothers, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses—following health guidelines, including wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places.

Dr. Jayamaha reiterated that new COVID-19 variants emerge periodically, and health authorities are continuously monitoring the situation, so the public should remain calm.

(newswire.lk)

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Anudi misses out from Miss World Quarter-Finals

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9 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Miss World organization has announced its quarter-finalists, selecting 40 contestants from across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Sri Lanka’s Anudi Gunasekara, was not selected in the top 40, despite being recognized for her impressive performances in the Multimedia and Head-to-Head challenges.

The top 40 consisted of 10 contestants each from Asia & Oceania, Europe, Africa and the Americas.