April 30, 2024
SLIIT-malabe2-11-1-LBN.jpg

9min
Dr. Gayashika Fernando serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Mechanical Engineering Department in the Faculty of Engineering in SLIIT. As the first-ever PhD to be produced by SLIIT’s Faculty of Engineering, she exemplifies determination, resilience, and a fervent commitment to advancing scientific knowledge through her remarkable journey. Dr. Fernando obtained her B.Sc. (Hons), in […]

March 27, 2024
DSC_3485-LBN.jpg

6min
The Engineering Faculty at SLIIT, distinguished as the nation’s premier non-state engineering institution, stands at the forefront of cultivating a new breed of highly skilled and industry-ready engineers. Fuelled by an unwavering commitment to excellence, SLIIT delivers a world-class educational experience that transcends conventional classroom learning paradigms. Boasting an experienced cadre of faculty members drawn […]

March 20, 2024
Picture_Asia-Awards-1-LBN.jpg

4min
Emphasizing SLIIT’s commitment to scholarly excellence, it has achieved a historic milestone by being the only Sri Lankan educational institution shortlisted for the prestigious THE Awards Asia 2024, widely regarded as the ‘Oscars of Higher Education’ in Asia. Originating in the UK and expanded to Asia in 2019, THE Awards Asia celebrates academic excellence and […]

February 12, 2024
SLIIT-malabe2-11-1-LBN.jpg

7min
With a legacy of academic excellence and a reputation for producing industry-ready graduates, SLIIT as a pioneer in higher education has commenced new admissions for its main intake 2024 offering diverse higher education pathways and gateway to a successful future. SLIIT was founded in 1999 and is a Ministry of Education and University Grants Commission […]

January 18, 2024
DSC0771-LBN.jpg

5min
Merging knowledge, resources and innovative spaces, SLIIT ceremonially inaugurated its new expansive ‘Library Learning Commons’ (LLC) aimed at redefining the academic learning experience for students, amidst a distinguished gathering recently.     The facility was ceremoniously unveiled by Prof Lakshman Ratnayake, the Chancellor, Prof. Lalith Gamage, Vice Chancellor and Prof. Nimal Rajapakshe, Senior Deputy Vice […]

January 18, 2024
WhatsApp-Image-2024-01-08-at-09.48.28-LBN.jpeg

5min
The International Conference on Advancements in Computing 2023 (ICAC) organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), Faculty of Computing for the 5th consecutive time, concluded recently after two successful days of paper presentations, workshops, and keynote speeches. The conference was supported through technical co-sponsorship by IEEE Sri Lanka.     ICAC serves […]

December 29, 2023
Image-1-LBN-1.jpeg

5min
SLIIT secured the championship again at the Gamer.LK’s Inter-University Esports Championship, powered by SLT-MOBITEL and recognised as Sri Lanka’s top university level sporting event, ended on a triumphant note. The Championship was held in-person at the Trace Expert City, where over 1,300 participants from over 75 universities took part. Commercial Bank was the Banking Partner […]

December 15, 2023
DSC_9531-LBN.jpg

6min
      Emphasizing a commitment to nurture innovation and entrepreneurial thinking among youth, SLIIT, hosted Sri Lanka’s first-ever University of Queensland’s ‘Designing Solutions for Impact’ challenge recently, showcasing the potential of young minds to create meaningful solutions using technology. Team Aero Ink from Hejaaz International School secured the first place, demonstrating exceptional skills and […]

December 6, 2023
DSC_1605-LBN.jpg

5min
      With a focus on finding solutions to modern engineering challenges, the SLIIT Faculty of Engineering has established itself as a pioneering research and collaboration hub, cultivating a vibrant ecosystem. Positioned at the forefront of innovation and research, with a dynamic culture exceeding traditional boundaries, the faculty has eight active research groups dedicated […]


About us

Lanka Business News is amongst the leading online Business News portals in Sri Lanka, unique for its focus on contemporary business news relevant across multiple industries operating in the country. We present not only the news, but a perspective based on observations and possible implications of a prevailing news item. LBN also provides an insight to the impact of a global economic or industrial development, thus helping stakeholders make informed and calculated decisions.




Follow Us


Newsletter