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M2C Produces its Third Batch of 22 Retired & Serving Officers for Civil Administration
"Military to Corporate Transformation Capsule', the third batch of 22 retired and serving officers, comprising of Major Generals, Brigadiers, Rear Admirals and Commodores / Air Commodores took the salute this evening (14) in a fitting finale before sun-set at the Water's Edge, with Foreign Secretary Admiral (Prof) Jayanath Colombage as the Chief Guest.
Navy nabs Rs. 24 million worth of ICE with 3 suspects
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) nabbed Rs. 24 million worth of ICE (Crystal Methamphetamine) along with 3 suspects during a special operation conducted at seas off the Sandbanks in Talaimannar yesterday (Nov 15).
Committee report of review of Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act presented to the President
The report of the Committee of Officers appointed to review the Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act No. 48 of 1979 was presented to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (15).
SRIMED Level- 2 Hospital Management in South Sudan (UNMISS) comes under praise
The SRIMED Level-2 Hospital in South Sudan managed by the 7th Sri Lankan contingent has come under praise during an evaluation review conducted recently. According to Army media, the Hospital Evaluation Assessment of the Field HQ of the UN Mission in South Sudan has lauded the medical facility situated in BOR, South Sudan during its review.
Army renovated Ihalapalugaswewa tank
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) troops renovated and attended to desilting work of the Ihalapalugaswewa Tank in Galgamuwa recently and formally handed it over to the authorities.
Defence Secretary graces Remembrance Day ceremony
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne was the Chief Guest at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremony held at the War Memorial in the Vihara Maha Devi Park, Colombo today (Nov 14).
Army, NBRO and DMC officials inspect Kadugannawa earth-slips
Sri Lanka Army troops, together with National Building Research Organization (NBRO) and Disaster Management Centre (DMC) officials inspected the earth-slips reported in the Kadugannawa area on Thursday (Nov 11).
Humanitarian gesture of answering call of duty during floods
The military is the first to respond during any humanitarian relief effort when natural disasters strike this island nation. Be it the Tsunami, floods, landslides or any other emergency the military has piloted tremendous relief measures in the past.
Army continues with flood relief activities
With the inclement weather showing no signs of improvement most parts of the country is experiencing heavy rainfall. A large number of people have been affected by floods, mudslides and landslides.
President declares open National Defence College
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa declared open the National Defence College, today (Nov 11).
Completed phases of Kanugahawewa model village vested in public
Completed phases of the Kanugahawewa model village vested in public by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) recently.
VBSS Course for regional and local law enforcement agencies
The inaugural ceremony of the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) Course was held at the Weligambay Villas Resort, Mirissa recently (Nov 8).
MIR Troops Rehearse 30 mm Canon Firing at Kalpitiya
The Mechanized Infantry Regiment (MIR) troops conducted its Field Firing sessions during 27 - 28 October 2021 at Kalpitiya Air Force Field Firing Range after absence of 7 years.
Army troops provide relief for flood affected people
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) troops braving continuous downpour commenced evacuation, rescue and relief operations in worst-hit areas while providing humanitarian assistance to flood affected people during the inclement weather in the country.
Flood Warning – Maha Oya low-lying areas
Disaster Management Centre has warned on likely floods within next few hours in low-lying areas of Maha Oya indicating Alawwa, Divulapitiya, Mirigama, Pannala, Wennappuwa, Negombo, Katana, Narammala and Dankotuwa Divisional Secretariats.
Navy on standby for flood relief
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) is now on standby to reach flood affected folks during the showery condition experienced in several parts of the island.
UHKDU receives HIPEC machine for cancer treatments
The University Hospital, Kotelawala Defence University (UHKDU) received a donation of ‘Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) Machine’ worth 17 million rupees during a function held at the UHKDU today (Nov 08).
CDRD presents an array of inventions to the state-run systems
An array of innovative products spearheaded by the Centre for Defence Research and Development (CDRD) was handed over to the Military and respective State Departments under the direction of Defence Secretary and National Security and Disaster Management State Ministry Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the CDRD Head Office in Pitipana today (Nov 8).
SLAF unveils the pinnacle of Kanugahawewa Abinawaramaya Temple
The Pinnacle unveiling of Abinawaramaya Temple in Kanugahawewa, Kebithigollewa took place at the auspicious time under the patronage of Sri Lanka Air force (SLAF) recently.
SLN removes debris clogged in Gin Ganga
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) cleared debris collected under the narrow bridges of Mulkada, Agaliya and Dodangoda of Gin Ganga in Galle during the showery condition in a bid to prevent potential floods in the region.
Landslide warning issued for several areas
Issuing a landslide early warning message yesterday 8.30pm (7), the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has earmarked few areas in several districts as vulnerable to landslides due to prevailing showery conditions in the island.
Sandahiru Stupa opening scheduled on Nov 18 – Defence Secretary
Sandahiru Seya will be vested on Venerable Maha Sanga while opening the sacred site for devotees on November 18, 2021, said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) today (Nov 07).
Army athletes set three National Records
Sri Lanka Army’s three athletes set three records at the 2nd stage of the 99th National Athletic Championship held at Sugathadasa Stadium.
Defence Secretary graces Book Launching Ceremony
The Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne graced a Book Launching Ceremony held at the Auditorium of the Sri Lanka Light Infantry Regiment at Panagoda Army Cantonment today (Nov 6).