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Indian Army Chief Gifts Simulators to Army Service Corps School at Anuradhapura
The Army Service Corps School at Tisawewa, Anuradhapura on Thursday (14) afternoon rolled out a red carpet to welcome the visiting Indian Army’s Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Mukund Naravane, together with his host General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army.
Dr. Subramanian Swamy MP guest speaker at INSS Security Salon
Eminent scholar and Member of Parliament, India Dr. Subramanian Swamy was the guest speaker at the Security Salon organized by the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) last evening (Oct 13).
Defence Secretary graces National event of IDDRR
National event to commemorate the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) themed ‘COVID-19 and systemic risks’ was held in the form of a hybrid event at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) today (Oct 13).
Indian Army Chief meets Defence Secretary
Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army (COAS) General Manoj Mukund Naravane accompanied by a military delegation met the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the Ministry today (Oct 13).
Army troops donate blood to Vavuniya Hospital
Sri Lanka Army troops under the Security Force Headquarters-Wanni organized a blood donation campaign recently in order to donate blood to the blood bank at Vavuniya General Hospital.
Indian Army Chief arrives in Colombo
Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army General Manoj Mukund Naravane arrived in the country making a five-day goodwill visit today (Oct 12).
Indian Army Chief to arrive in the country tomorrow
Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army (COAS) General Manoj Mukund Naravane, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, ADC is scheduled to arrive in the country on a five-day goodwill visit on Tuesday (Oct 12).
New application form for Clearance of Dangerous Cargo
Permission for the ingress, discharge, transshipment and clearance of vessels carrying dangerous cargo to Sri Lanka is issued by the Ministry of Defence.
SLN sets up another RO Plant in Mahawa
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) extending Naval Social Responsibility initiative vested another Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant yesterday (Oct 10) for the residents in Bakmeegahawatta, Mahawa.
The speech delivered by His Excellency the President at the 72nd Army Day Celebration
It was a great pleasure to participate in today’s parade and other ceremonies, which were held to mark the 72nd Army Day. As a young person, I started my life serving in the military. I served in the Army for 20 years. Subsequently, I served as the Secretary of Defence for 10 years. I began my military career in the Signal Corps. Next I served in the Sinha Regiment. After that a new regiment called ‘Rajarata Rifles’ was established at this place when General Denis Perera was the Army Commander. I came to that regiment as a Founding Officer. I also chose this premise for the headquarters.
Gatambe Sri Rajopawanaramaya to receive Sandahiru Stupa Sacred Pinnacle on Tuesday
The ‘Sacred Pinnacle’ and the ‘Crest-Gem’ of Sandahiru Stupa will arrive at Gatambe Sri Rajopawanaramaya tomorrow (Oct 12).
Historic 72nd Army Day Makes History for ‘Home of Gajaba’ with HE the President as Chief Guest
‘Home of Gajaba’ at Saliyapura on the Sri Lanka Army’s 72nd Anniversary Day (10 October) assumed the form of a glittering state ceremony this morning (10) as the whole Gajaba Regimental Centre complex adorned itself with festive spirits and fluttering multi-coloured Army flags in order to welcome HE the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa who graced the Army Day anniversary ceremonials at Saliyapura which was his fort many moons ago when he was a career officer in the prestigious Gajaba Regiment.
Army promotes 567 Officers and 10368 Other Ranks on Army Day
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) promoted duly qualified 567 Officers and 10368 Other Ranks to the next respective ranks with the approval of HE the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on the recommendation of the Defence Ministry and Gen. Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Army Commander, marking the 72nd Anniversary today (10 October).
SLN sets up 874th RO Plant to facilitate rural community
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) continuing its community welfare-oriented services vested another Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant, for water-stressed residents in Rajavigama, Karuwalagaswewa yesterday (Oct 09).
President reviews Sandahiru Seya project
His Excellency the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa reviewed the progress of Sandahiru Seya construction and scheduled work while arriving at the Stupa premises in Anuradhapura today (Oct 09).
Army to renovate more irrigation tanks
Sri Lanka Army troops have recently started tank renovation projects in Mahaweli “L” region under the “Vari Saubhagya” programme of the government.
Air Mobile Brigade: For the Nation’s Dazzling Future
The word „Air Mobile? gives a wider meaning when it is connected to military operations, correlating to different activities in battles, though it generally means the ability to mobilise in the air by means of aircraft, helicopters etc.
Air Force drops “Seed bombs” over forest reserve
A load of ‘Seed bombs’ were dropped on the Wattegama Kebilitta Government forest reserve in Siyambalanduwa during this week (Oct 05 & 06). According to Air Force media, a total of 75,000 seed bombs were dropped over an approximately 495 acre area of the forest reserve under the fifth wave of the SLAF, Forest Conservation Department and Faculty of Agriculture of the University of Peradeniya organized mission.
Navy assists to upgrade facilities at rural schools
A rural school in the Kalutara district was the beneficiary of the Naval Social Responsibility project (NSR) of Sri Lanka Navy. Kelinkanda Janapadaya Primary School in Agalawatta, Kalutara was renovated under the Navy’s NSR project which coincided with its 70th anniversary celebrations, reports Navy media.
Air Force presents medical equipment to treat COVID-19 patients
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) had presented two Heated Humidified Oxygen Therapy Units to health authorities, to be used in government hospitals on Wednesday (Oct 06), reports SLAF media.
Sri Lankan Contingent Participates as Observers in Russian
'Exercise Zapad (West) 2021'
Members of the Sri Lankan Armed Forces were among participants in the annual strategic-level 'Exercise Zapad (West) 2021' of the Russian Armed Forces, held in Russia during 10- 17 September 2021 with the participation of military personnel from 17 countries, either as participants or observers.
Indian Army's Largest Contingent of Sportsmen Arrives for Friendly Encounters
Ushering in a new chapter of sporting interests and sound bilateral ties and co-operation between sportsmen of both Indian Army and Sri Lankan Army, the largest ever contingent of 61 sportsmen of the Indian Army under the 'Army to Army Sports Exchange' project arrives in Sri Lanka early next week to participate in friendly Hockey, Basketball, Volleyball and Cricket tournaments with their counterparts in the Sri Lanka Army.
Undaunting courage in the face of Covid-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has spread to every corner of the world by affecting not only human lives but the lives of animals too. It has made a huge impact on almost every sector of the country: agriculture and livestock, sports, technology, manufacturing, welfare, etc.