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Sandahiru Stupa will be vested in devotees in November, 2021 - Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) denoting the culmination of Sandahiru Stupa construction process said this sacred Stupa would be vested in the public in November this year.
Army nabs 2350 kilos of smuggled turmeric
Sri Lanka Army troops apprehended a stock of smuggled 2350 kg of turmeric and 50 kg of cardamom during a search conducted in Wettakadu area recently.
Zestful rotary rangers in the blue skies
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has served the nation with dedication for seven decades. Today we discover one of the pioneer flying formations, the No.07 Helicopter Squadron.
Army conducts Disaster Response Training
The Sri Lanka Army Centre for Disaster Response Training (SLACDRT) in coordination with Disaster Management Centre (DMC) conducted the ‘International Search and Advisory Group’ (INSARAG) Training of Trainers Course recently in Gampola.
Australia and Sri Lanka to further strengthen defence related ties
Acting High Commissioner for Australia in Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Amanda Jewell met Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, today (Sep 23).
UN Resident Coordinator appreciates drugs prevention role
The UN Resident Coordinator Hanaa Singer extended her appreciation for the continuous resounding efforts initiated by the Government of Sri Lanka (GOSL) through the Defence Ministry to cripple the illegal drug ring, which in turn reflects a positive impression on both Sri Lanka and to the entire region.
Outgoing Pakistan High Commissioner meets Defence Secretary
The outgoing High Commissioner of Pakistan, Major General Muhammad Saad Khattak (Retd) made a farewell call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, today (Sep 23).
KDU signs an industrial collaboration agreement
General Sir John Kothalawala Defence University (KDU) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Orel Corporation (Pvt) Ltd yesterday (Sep 22) with a view of establishing closer cooperation with local industries and securing more training opportunities for its undergraduates.
Sri Lanka as COVID-19 knowledge exchange regional hub – President proposes at UN
Sri Lanka proposed to establish a Regional Knowledge Hub in Colombo in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), to facilitate exchange of lessons learnt from COVID 19 and support countries to build back better.
Navy nabs over 68 million worth cannabis from Mannar
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) nabbed over 228 kilos of cannabis abandoned in the beach area of Narivilkulam, during a special raid carried out yesterday (Sep 21).
Army gets more awareness on organic fertilizer production
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) in coordination with Sri Lanka Mahaweli Authority conducted an awareness programme on production of organic fertilizer recently in Welioya.
United Nations’ fullest support to Sri Lanka …
The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has told President Gotabaya Rajapaksa that the UN will provide its full support to Sri Lanka in moving forward to promote unity among different communities.
Donation of Blood to usher coexistence
The donation of blood is one of the best ways to help others in need. It is a painless and hassle-free noble act that any healthier person can do. Moreover, fulfilling the critical need for blood is an act of kind-heartedness and revelation of humanity irrespective of race, religion and nationality anywhere in the world.
“Confronting Cybercrime, Cyber Harassment and Cyber Defamation In a Surging Era of Technology”
Institute of National Security Studies, the premier think tank on National Security established under the Ministry of Defence organized a virtual Threat Lens titled “Confronting Cybercrime, Cyber Harassment and Cyber Defamation in a Surging Era of Technology” which was held on the 17th September 2021 from 1400hrs to 1530hrs via ZOOM. The Chair of the event was Director General of Centre for Defence Research and Development (CDRD), Major General K. R. P. Rowel (Retd.) RWP VSV USP ndu psc USACGSC representing the Secretary, Ministry of Defence and State Ministry of National Security and Disaster Management. The Guest Speaker for the event was Mr. Deenadayalan Nagaratnam, Information Security Engineer, Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT). Professor Rohan Gunaratna, Director General of INSS moderated the event.
SLCG enhances water safety knowledge of armed forces members
Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) in view of improving water safety knowledge and drowning accident response skills among the members of armed forces, conducted a Basic level Life Saving Training course for Sri Lanka Army (SLA) and Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) personnel at Life Saving Training School, Balapitaya recently.
Navy brings two injured fishermen ashore
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) brought two critically injured fishermen ashore from a multi-day fishing trawler at sea, with the assistance of Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG), recently.
SLN nabs 3,704 kilos of smuggled dried turmeric
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) during special raids conducted recently in beach areas of South Bar and Irukkalampiddi and in the seas off South of Mannar nabbed over 3,704 kilos of smuggled dried turmeric.
Sandbag waterway to facilitate Kantale Water Purification Plant
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) laid a sandbag bund in Kantale waterway to facilitate water from Mahaweli River to Kantale Water Purification Plant, following a request made by the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) since the water level has lessen at the specific location below the pumping point.
SLAF concludes Jungle Warfare and Heli Borne Operations Course for foreign trainees
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) conducted No 02 Jungle Warfare and Heli Borne Operations Course for six foreign trainees from Bangladesh, Maldives and Pakistan at the Regiment Special Forces Training School at Station, Morawewa recently.
No room for drug smuggling ring at any cost - Defence Secretary
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in coordination with the Sri Lanka Police and Intelligence Services arrested a foreign fishing vessel carrying over 170 kilos of heroin worth of Rs. 1,575 million along with nine suspects at the international waters, south of Sri Lanka and escorted to Colombo Harbour today on 18 Sep 2021.
SLN brings another Heroin loaded vessel ashore
The Sri Lankan Navy (SLN) seized foreign vessel carrying another narcotics haul of ……kilos and …..grams, was brought to Colombo Harbour this morning (Sep 18).
Army Troops donated blood for Thalassemia patients
Sri Lanka Army troops with a view of saving precious lives donated blood to replenish blood stocks for Thalassemia patients in Kurunegala District recently.
Met. Dept. warns of strong winds and lightning amidst thundershowers
The Meteorology Department announced showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Sabaragamuwa, Western and Central provinces and in Galle and Matara districts.
KDU to expand infrastructure facilities
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) with a view to further expand its facilities has commenced the construction of a new accommodation building inclusive of modern amenities at Werahera yesterday (Sep 16).