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SLN embarks on Kinniya ferry accident rescue mission
Following a tragic ferry accident reported in Kinniya today morning (Nov 23) Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) has embarked on a rescue mission to locate the missing persons.
Secretary of the Security Council of Russia calls on President
Secretary of the Security Council of the Russian Federation Nikolai Patrushev called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (22).
Secretary of the Security Council of Russia arrives to Sri Lanka
Secretary of the Security Council of Russia Nikolai Patrushev arrived in Sri Lanka on Monday (Nov 22).
Secretary Defence graces 50th Bangladesh Armed Forces Day Ceremony
Defence Secretary, General Kamal Gunaratne graced the 50th Bangladesh Armed Forces Day ceremony as the Chief Guest at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo last evening (Nov 21).
Alms-giving held at ‘Sandahiru Stupa’ premises to invoke blessings on war heroes
Following the unveiling of Sandahiru Stupa Pinnacle on 18 Nov, an alms-giving ceremony (Sangagatha Dakshinawa) was held at the venue yesterday (Nov 19).
Navy takes hold of over 1437kg of smuggled dried turmeric in Mannar
The Navy took hold of over 1437kg of smuggled dried turmeric, during special operations conducted in the sea area of Vankalipadu and beach area of Thalvupadu in Mannar on 17th and 18th November 2021. The operations also led to the apprehension of 03 suspects and a dinghy used for this smuggling attempt.
Oddusuddan Schools receive Army-installed RO plants
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) installed three Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water Purification Plants in three school compounds in the Oddusuddan area recently, fulfilling the students drinking water requirements.
Army troops-built house vested in a needy family
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) further expanding its community-oriented projects constructed a house for a needy family in Kidapidichchikulam, Naddankandal and vested in the family recently.
SLCGS SURAKSHA left Colombo for Exercise “ DOSTI – XV ”
The Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) of Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) ‘Suraksha’ sailed yesterday (Nov 18) for Maldives to participate in the 15th edition of trilateral Coast Guard Joint exercise ‘DOSTI’.
Unveiling of ‘Sandahiru Stupa’, a great tribute to War Veterans of our time
Offering the highest tribute to War Veterans of our time, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa vested the ‘Sandahiru Stupa’ in Ven. Maha Sanga during a religious ceremony organized in Anuradhapura at the invitation of Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne today (Nov 18).
Army assists to uplift livelihood of backward community in Mullaithivu
Sri Lanka Army troops in a bid to uplift the living standards of the people in the region recently released 75,000 fingerlings to the Pilamanthallaru tank in Mullaittivu, the Army media reports.
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.