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SLAWC Women on the Frontlines
It was not long ago that women were confined at home to be full-time housewives and their spouse was the family’s bread-winner.
Women's Day Message
Women play a pivotal role in the development of any society. They have in the past and in the present continue to rub shoulders with their male counterparts to uplift the living standards of fellow Sri Lankans be that in the paddy fields, factories, schools, hospitals or the battlefield. They have etched their contribution in the annals of this blessed land.
SL Air Force organized “Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2022” successfully held
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) organized cycling race “Guwan Hamuda Papedi Sawariya 2022” was held for the 23rd consecutive year from 04th to 06th (March). According to Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) media, the men’s race was held in three stages from 04th to 06th covering a distance of 412 km.
Defence Secretary lauds measures taken by BMVSS
to provide artificial limbs
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne graced the concluding ceremony of ‘Artificial Limb Fitment Camp’ conducted for war veterans and their families, organized by the Ranaviru Seva Authority (RVSA), at the Ragama Ranaviru Sevana today (Mar 07).
“Sayurala” attends MILAN-2022 naval exercise in India
Sri Lanka Navy Ship (SLNS) “Sayurala” took part at the MILAN-2022 multilateral naval exercise hosted by the Indian Navy recently. According to Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) media, the 11th addition of MILAN was held at the Visakhapatnam Port and in the eastern seas of India from 25th February to 04th March.
SL Coast Guard to provide more training opportunities to Army and Air Force personnel
A team of surf lifeguard and pool lifeguard personnel of Coastguard, Army and Air Force were presented with certificates after successfully completing a lifeguard training programme at the SLCG Life Saving Training School (LSTS) in Balapitiya recently (Mar 05), reports Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) media.
Sacred relics deposited in the Deegawapiya Stupa today
The depositing of omniscient relics in the hemispherical dome of the Deegawapiya Maha Stupa was held in Ampara Deegawapiya Raja Maha Vihara premises under the patronage of Defence Secretary and Chairperson of 'Archaeological Heritage Management Presidential Task Force' (PTF) for Eastern Province, Gen. Kamal Gunaratne, today (Mar 06).
28 Peripheral Buddha Statues of Sandahiru Seya unveiled today
The sacred 28 peripheral Buddha Statues were placed at the Sandahiru Seya premises in Anuradhapura amidst the religious blessings of Ven. Maha Sanga during a ceremony held under the patronage of Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne today evening (Mar 5).
Procession with peripheral 28 Buddha Statues left Na Uyana to Anuradhapura today
The religious procession carrying sacred 28 peripheral Buddha Statues scheduled to be placed at the Sandahiru Seya premises commenced its journey from Melsiripura Na Uyana Aranya Senasana today morning (Mar 4).
SLAF launches the “AIR POWER DOCTRINE”
A vital and outstanding requirement was fulfilled under the direction of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana through the launching of an “Air Power Doctrine” today (02 March 2022) at Southern Commander’s Office, SLAF Base Katunayake . This is the culmination of the efforts of professional board comprising expertise which was headed by the Chief of Staff, Air Vice Marshal Prasanna Payoe.
SLCG turns 12
Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) proudly celebrates its 12th anniversary today (Mar 04).
Iranian Ambassador calls on Sri Lanka Defence Secretary
The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Sri Lanka His Excellency Mr. Hashem Ashjazadeh paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte, today (March 03).
South African HC meets Defence Secretary
South African High Commissioner to Sri Lanka His Excellency Sandile Edwin Schalk paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (March 03).
Procession carrying Deegawapiya sacred relics left
Sri Sambodhi Viharaya today
The procession carrying the sacred relics and the Crest Gem of the Deegawapiya Stupa left the Colombo Sri Sambodhi Viharaya amidst religious blessings of the Maha Sanga today morning (March 02).
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Japanese naval ships arrive in Colombo
Two ships of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), ‘URAGA’ and ‘HIRADO’ arrived to Sri Lanka on 01st and 2nd (March) respectively. The ships which belong to the Minesweeper Division One of the JMSDF had arrived making a formal visit, reports Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) media.
Sri Lanka Air Force turns 71
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) is celebrating its 71st Anniversary today (Mar 02). The SLAF is having its anniversary celebrations at the Katunayake Air Force Base under the patronage of Commander of the Air Force Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana.
Second FPC contingent for UNIFIL left for Lebanon
The second batch bound for UN Peacekeeping Mission in Lebanon left the island on Sunday (Feb 27). According to Sri Lanka Army (SLA) media sources, this batch of FPC that includes 2 Officers and 48 Other Ranks is Sri Lanka Army’s 13th contingent of the Sri Lanka Force Protection Company (FPC).
Indian Navy ship arrives at Trincomalee port
Indian Navy’s diving support vessel "INS Nireekshak" arrived at the Trincomalee port on Monday (Feb 28). Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) media says the visiting ship was accorded a traditional welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy upon its arrival.
Visit of United Nations Under Secretary General for Peacekeeping Operations to SLAF aviation contingent MINUSCA
The Sri Lanka Air Force Aviation Unit of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Central African Republic (MINUSCA) had hosted the visit of United Nations Under Secretary General for Peacekeeping Operations, His Excellency Jean-Pierre Lacroix on his official visit to Sector East, (MINUSCA) on 25th February (2022), reports Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) media.
Maha Shivaratri Day Message
Maha Shivaratri is one of the major spiritual festivals in Hinduism, celebrated in honour of Lord Shiva. Hindu devotees have been worshiping Lord Shiva since time immemorial to receive blessings.
Army weightlifters qualify for Commonwealth Games
Two weightlifters of the Sri Lanka Army won a Gold Medal and the Bronze Medal at the ongoing International Weightlifting Championship - 2022 in Singapore and qualified to represent the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England.
Defence Secretary graces title presentation ceremony
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne graced the ceremony to present the honorary title of “Upadyaya” to venerable Welivitiye Sumana Nayaka Thero today (Feb 27).
Army builds new house for a mullaittivu school girl
23 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment Troops to Build New House for School Girl.
KDU take part in 39th Architects Work and Trade Exhibition
The students of the ‘Department if Architecture’ belongs to the Southern Campus of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) took part in the most prestigious national exhibition, in Built Environment, for the second consecutive time, from Feb 24 to 27 at the BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07 which is organised by the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects (SLIA) .
Workshop on “Emerging Chemical Threats for National Security”
National Authority for Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Conventions in Sri Lanka (NACWC) has planned to conduct a workshop on “Emerging Chemical Threats for National Security” at the Sappers Leisure Bay (SALEBA) Auditorium in the military establishment, Mattegoda on Mar 04.