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Revisiting Buddhist studies: PGIPBS Researchers’ Conference 2026 | Daily FT

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Saturday Aug 22, 2026 Saturday, 8 August 2026 02:11 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}} By Ven.

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Maharagama Ānanda Thero The Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS), University of Kelaniya, stands as Sri Lanka’s foremost Institution for postgraduate education and research in Pāli, Buddhist Studies, and related disciplines.

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Established in 1975 as the Vidyālankāra Institute of Buddhist Studies, it inherits the rich scholarly tradition of the Vidyālankāra monastic educational movement.

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Claim 1: “The Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS), University of Kelaniya, stands as Sri Lanka’s foremost Institution for postgraduate education and research in Pāli, Buddhist Studies, and related disciplines.”
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The claim is explicitly stated in a Daily FT article. While other search results discuss postgraduate education generally, only one specific source confirms PGIPBS's status as the 'foremost' institution in Sri Lanka for these studies.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena (Sinhala: ක්‍රිෂාන්ත අබේසේන; Tamil: கிரிஷாந்த அபேசேன) is a Sri Lankan politician who has served as the Minister of Science and Technology since November 2024. He was electe…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrishantha_Abeysena
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — In the oldest texts of Buddhism, dhyāna (Sanskrit: ध्यान) or jhāna (Pāli) is a component of the training of the mind (bhāvanā), commonly translated as meditation, to withdraw the mind from the automat…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dhyana_in_Buddhism
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN), formerly the Lanka Experimental Academic and Research Network, is a specialized internet service provider dedicated to supporting the needs of the res…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lanka_Education_and_Research_N…
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Claim 2: “PGIPBS has organised the Postgraduate Research Conference 2026, under the theme “Revisiting Buddhist Studies from the 19th Century to the Present,” and it will be held on Monday, 10 August 2026, at the Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies, University of Kelaniya”
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The Daily FT source explicitly mentions the 'Postgraduate Research Conference 2026' with the specific theme and date (August 10, 2026). Other results discuss general postgraduate education or different conferences.
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web search NEUTRAL — There are two main types of postgraduate degrees: academic and vocational. The term degree in this context means the moving from one stage or level to another (from French degré, from Latin dē- + grad…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Postgraduate_education
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web search NEUTRAL — Pursue your passion in one of the University of Oklahoma’s more than 260 master’s and doctoral-level majors. Build your reputation and expand your boundaries at a university focused on holistic educat…
https://www.ou.edu/gradcollege
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web search NEUTRAL — Feb 19, 2026 · Postgraduate is used interchangeably with graduate. Like a graduate degree, postgraduate refers to the range of higher degrees past the undergraduate degree. This includes both master’s…
https://scholarshipowl.com/blog/guides/difference-between-un…
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Claim 3: “As the conference is organised exclusively by the postgraduate students of the Institute, it marks a significant first in Sri Lanka.”
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While there is evidence of other postgraduate conferences in Sri Lanka (e.g., University of Peradeniya, University of Kelaniya IPRC 2025), there is no evidence provided to confirm that the 2026 conference is the first in Sri Lanka organized exclusively by postgraduate students.
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web search NEUTRAL — Conference on October 2026. Growth and development.Auditorium ofthe Postgraduate Institute of Humanities and Social Sciences (PGIHS), Faculty of Arts, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. 20" june. Im…
https://arts.pdn.ac.lk/econ/downloads/PIERS+2026_Flyer.pdf
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web search NEUTRAL — Organized by the Faculty of Graduate Studies - University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka organises its event entitled International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPRC) 2025 to be held from 13 November 2025…
https://www.sciencedz.net/en/conference/119264-international…
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web search NEUTRAL — On 16 June, postgraduate researchers, academic colleagues and professional services staff came together for our Annual Postgraduate Research (PGR) Conference, a day dedicated to showcasing research ex…
https://blogs.kent.ac.uk/student-news/2026/06/24/annual-post…
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Claim 4: “Through the Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies Ordinance No. 8 of 1979, the institute assumes its present identity as an autonomous postgraduate institute within the purview of University of Kelaniya.”
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None of the provided evidence mentions 'Ordinance No. 8 of 1979' or the specific legal mechanism by which the institute became autonomous.
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web search NEUTRAL — PGIPBS has organised the Postgraduate Research Conference 2026, under the theme “Revisiting Buddhist Studies from the 19th Century to the Present,” and it will be held on Monday, 10 August 2026, at th…
https://www.ft.lk/news/Revisiting-Buddhist-studies-PGIPBS-Re…
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web search NEUTRAL — Forty-four years after its inception the Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS) of the Kelaniya University has finally got land to build its own premises thanks to the hard work …
https://www.dailymirror.lk/news-features/Postgraduate-Instit…
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web search NEUTRAL — University of Kelaniya, PGIPBS - Post of Director (Vacancy) 2025.Diploma in Banking and Finance 2026 – University of Colombo. August 12, 2026August 12, 2026. Para Medical Training Courses Application …
https://tamilguru.lk/postgraduate-institute-of-pali-buddhist…
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Claim 5: “Offering instruction in both Sinhala and English through on-campus and online modes”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of irrelevant search results regarding Google Gemini AI and does not mention the instructional languages or modes of PGIPBS.
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https://www.zhihu.com/question/2061295674642129507
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web search NEUTRAL — Jun 8, 2026 · 鉴定为没用过真正的豆包. 试了一次都感觉震惊， Gemini 至少不会胡说八道，豆包ai幻觉和胡编乱造的程度高的吓人. Gemini蠢但有逻辑，是合理的愚蠢，豆包完全就是42号混泥土拌意大利面的水平.
https://www.zhihu.com/question/2047324900080051711
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https://www.zhihu.com/question/2012358819506841559
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Claim 6: “Established in 1975 as the Vidyālankāra Institute of Buddhist Studies”
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The Daily FT source explicitly mentions the institute was established in 1975 as the Vidyālankārā Institute of Buddhist Studies. No other provided evidence corroborates this specific founding date and name.
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web search NEUTRAL — The Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS), University of Kelaniya, stands as Sri Lanka’s foremost Institution for postgraduate education and research in Pāli, Buddhist Studies, …
https://www.ft.lk/news/Revisiting-Buddhist-studies-PGIPBS-Re…
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web search NEUTRAL — Forty-four years after its inception the Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS) of the Kelaniya University has finally got land to build its own premises thanks to the hard work …
https://www.dailymirror.lk/news-features/Postgraduate-Instit…
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web search NEUTRAL — PGIPBS is a globally recognized institution for Buddhist studies, Pali language, and Eastern philosophy, making it the perfect workplace for individuals passionate about teaching, heritage, and schola…
https://governmentjob.lk/postgraduate-institute-of-pali-and-…
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Claim 7: “PGIPBS has expanded significantly from its initial focus on Pāli and Buddhist Studies to offer a diverse range of academic programs, including Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s degrees, MPhil programs, and Doctoral research opportunities.”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of irrelevant search results (gaming sites and Age of Empires cheats) and does not mention the academic programs offered by PGIPBS.
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web search NEUTRAL — Neizmirsti ielagoties lai varētu izmantot savus iekrātos/nopirktos ieiro Gandrīz visos pirkumos, jo lielāka summa par ko pērk, jo izdevīgāk, līdz ar to bieži var būt izdevīgāk pasūtīt ieiro, un tad ko…
https://www.kick.lv/shop/
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web search NEUTRAL — Moderns, strauji augošs spēļu un izklaides projekts, Piedāvājam spēlēt unikālos spēļu serveros, labi pavadīt laiku mājaslapā ar citiem lietotājiem un daudz ko citu
https://www.kick.lv/home/view/257/helovins-2024/
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https://jingyan.baidu.com/article/f25ef254b4b24a482c1b82bb.h…
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Claim 8: “This academic growth has attracted postgraduate students from Sri Lanka and numerous foreign countries across Asia and beyond viz. Myanmar, Thailand, Bangladesh, China, South Korea, Nepal, Canada, Malaysia, Singapore, Germany, USA and UK etc.”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of irrelevant search results regarding lipstick trends and does not mention the student demographics of PGIPBS.
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web search NEUTRAL — Discover a wide range of pink lipsticks from top brands. Find creamy formulas, matte finishes, and hydrating options for every look.
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