In line with World Environment Day 2025, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) organized a commemorative event under the theme “Our Planet, Our Responsibility” at the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) Auditorium June 5. The event highlighted the urgent need for environmental protection and sustainable practices.
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Today, 7th June 2025, marks the observance of Hajj, the sacred pilgrimage undertaken with profound devotion by Muslims across the world. As the fifth pillar of Islam, this profound spiritual undertaking symbolises Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering faith and ultimate sacrifice to Almighty Allah.
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Indian Defence Secretary Mr. Rajesh Kumar Singh, leading a high-level delegation, held separate meetings today (Jun 05) with Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara and Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd).
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Sri Lanka’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, Ms. Maheshika Kolonne, paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Ministry of Defence today ( June 5).
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The Sri Lanka - India Defence Dialogue was held today (Jun 05) at the Defence Headquarters Complex at Sri Jayawardanapura, Kotte. The Sri Lankan delegation was led by Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), while the visiting Indian Defence Secretary Mr. Rajesh Kumar Singh led the Indian delegation.
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An Australian delegation led by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of Australia, Hon. Richard Marles, held bilateral discussions with Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), today (03 June) at the Deputy Minister’s Office in Colombo. Australian High Commissioner in Colombo H.E. Paul Stephens also join...
Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) conducted an inspection tour of the Batticaloa region in the Eastern Province today (June 03), with the objective of evaluating the prevailing security situation.
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After a six-year interval, the National Border Management Committee (NBMC) of Sri Lanka reconvened for its 9th session on 30 May 2025 at the Ministry of Defence marking a significant step towards strengthening Sri Lanka's border security framework amidst evolving global and regional security dynamics. The meeting was held under the guidance of Defence...
A high-level discussion was convened today (June 2) at the Nila Medura in Narahenpita, Colombo 5 under the patronage of the Minister of Public Administration, Local Government, and Provincial Councils, Dr. A.H.M.H. Abeyratne, along with the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), to discuss on finding sustainable solutions for mitigating ...
Today, 7th June 2025, marks the observance of Hajj, the sacred pilgrimage undertaken with profound devotion...
In line with World Environment Day 2025, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) organized a commemorativ...
The Sri Lanka - India Defence Dialogue was held today (Jun 05) at the Defence Headquarters Complex at Sri Jayawardanap...
Indian Defence Secretary Mr. Rajesh Kumar Singh, leading a high-level delegation, held separate meetings today (Jun 05...
Sri Lanka’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, Ms. Maheshika Kolonne, paid a courtesy call on Defence S...
The Sri Lanka Navy successfully wrapped up a two-week regional training programme, organized by the United Nations Off...
