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SL Navy’s coordinated operation seizes drugs worth over Rs. 6200 million
In a coordinated operation, the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) had seized a large haul of drugs in the southern seas off Dodanduwa in Galle, last evening (12 Apr). According to SLN media, a special operation conducted by the SL Navy in coordination with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, State Intelligence Service (SIS) and Police Narcotic Bureau (PNB) seized a local multi-day fishing vessel with about 300kg of substance suspected to be heroin and about 25kg of drugs suspected to be crystal methamphetamine (ICE).
Army builds house for ex-LTTE combatant
A new house build by Sri Lanka Army (SLA) was gifted to an ex LTTE cadre recently. According to SLA media, the house built with army manpower and technical expertise was handed over to the beneficiary, Rasawallan Thaboruban of Mailaddy who was living without a proper house with his family.
President's New Year Message
The current economic and global crises have become the biggest challenge faced by us Sri Lankans in our recent history. We should overcome this challenge with unity and better understanding. The difficulties you experienced in the face of the challenge are many.
Defence Secretary clarifies misconceptions over investigations on Easter bombings
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne says that so far 735 persons have been taken into the custody over the Easter Sunday attacks and 27 cases against 79 persons have been filed under 25,653 charges.
Weather update-low-level atmospheric disturbance moving away
According to the latest weather forecast issued by the Met Department at noon today (12), the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is moving away from the Island.
SL Navy troops bust another drug smuggling attempt
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) troops while on a patrol in seas off the Delft Island in the Northern region apprehended about 01kg of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) along with 03 suspects on Monday morning (Apr 11).
Special statement issued by Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence categorically denies the information disseminating on social media platforms stating that incumbent Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army, General Shavendra Silva is holding the present appointment without legitimate service extension which is falsely fabricated in order to mislead the general public.
Special Statement made by Secretary of Defence
Refuting baseless allegations of an alleged National Security Council (NSC) meeting convened over the violent protests in Mirihana, Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne, contrary to media reports, stated that no such meeting had taken place.
SL Air Force renovates school playground
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has renovating the playground of Kebithigollewa Central College as a part of the Kanugahawewa model village project. According to SLAF media, the renovated playground was vested for the use of the students recently (Apr 5).
Army builds house for a needy family
Army troops vested a new house on a needy family in Parakramapura, Thonigala recently. Wanni troops embarked on this noble project with the financial support received from the Padaviya Divisional Secretariat under the ‘Saubhagya Housing Programme’, the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) sources said.
“National Health Strategies for Health of Migrant and Refugee Population and Preservation of Health Security in the Country”
Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the premier think tank on National Security established under the Ministry of Defence, organized a Public Lecture titled “National Health Strategies for Health of Migrant and Refugee Population and Preservation of Health Security in the Country” on Wednesday, the 06th April 2022 from 1400hrs to 1530hrs (IST) via Zoom. Dr. (Mrs.) H.S.R Perera, Deputy Director General (Public Health Service) II, Ministry of Health was the Guest Speaker for the event. Rear Admiral Dimuthu Gunawardane RWP**,RSP,VSV, USP, nswc, psc, hdmc Director (Communications and Publications) at INSS moderated the event.
INSS calls for Interns
The Institute of National Security Studies, the premier think tank on national security established under the Ministry of Defence has invited eligible individuals to join its team as Interns (Research).
Needy students receive educational support through Army mediation
Sri Lanka Army donated school accessories to a group of 47 students in the Sacred Heart Family Convent in Mullaitivu recently to encourage them in studies.
Coast Guard releases more turtle hatchlings to sea
Another batch of turtle hatchlings were released to sea by the Sri Lanka Coastguard (SLCG) recently.
Press Release
Due to the turbulent situation in the country, the masses have rallied and are holding series of organized protests in various parts of the country. Although these protests are being organized under the theme "Peaceful Campaign" seeming to represent the democratic rights of the people, it is observed that two groups are active in this regard.
SLAF rotates MI-17 helicopters in UN Mission
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) dispatched two MI-17 helicopters to SLAF Aviation Contingent in Central African Republic (MINUSCA) as part of the rotation process during which three MI-17 helicopters deployed in MINUSCA returned to Sri Lanka after completion of its operational tenure recently.
Press Release
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne categorically denied the social media reports that say the Indian military elements have been inducted into Sri Lanka.
Changing Geopolitical Landscape of South Asia
Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the premier think tank on National Security established under the Ministry of Defence, organized a Security Salon titled “Changing Geopolitical Landscape of South Asia” on Wednesday, 30th March 2022, from 1400hrs to 1530hrs (IST) at the Suranimala Auditorium, Ministry of Defence.
SLCG seizes a haul of 66.6 kg cannabis in Northern waters
Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) seized 66.6 kg of Kerala cannabis in the Northern Sri Lankan seas and nabbed three suspects along with a dinghy today (Mar 31).
Secretary Defence declares open water treatment plant
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne virtually declared open the 100th Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant installed under the ‘Shraddha Pivituru Pen Pooja Punya Project’ at the Kimbulawala Civil Security Department (CSD) Camp premises in Medirigiriya, Polonnaruwa during a ceremony held at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte on March 30.
Defence Secretary graces Pakistan’s 81st National Day celebration
High Commission of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Sri Lanka celebrated the 81st National Day of Pakistan at the Shangri La Hotel, Colombo under the patronage of Pakistan’s envoy in Colombo, Maj. Gen. (Retd) Umar Farooq Burki, last evening (Mar 29).
Press Release
The recently signed maritime security pacts with the Government of India will neither result in hindrance nor threat to the national security of Sri Lanka, as misinterpreted by several print and electronic media.
Navy gifts computer to Tamil school
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) provided a brand new computer for the use of students at Panama Government Tamil School recently (Mar 24). According to SLN media, the computer was provided for the school in view of Navy’s 71st anniversary.
SL and Indian Navies held Bilateral Naval exercise
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) and Indian Navy together with a group of personnel from Sri Lanka Air Force commenced a bilateral Naval exercise in seas off Colombo on Mar 26 which will continue until 29 March.
Army secures medals in Asian Cross Country Championship in India
Sri Lanka Army’s Sergeant R.M.S Pushpakumara of 5 Sri Lanka Artillery won the Silver medal in the Asian Cross-Country Running Championship, held recently at Nagaland, India.