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Sri Lanka’s total Coronavirus recoveries rose to 50,336 persons
The total Coronavirus positives identified during the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 a.m. today (January 26) stands at 737 and the total cases in the country increased to 59,166, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) stated.
Defence Secretary graced SLAF Annual Golf Tournament
Annual Golf Tournament, the Commander’s Cup - 2021 hosted by the Sri Lanka Air Force and the Eagles’ Golf Links concluded in China Bay, Trincomalee recently with Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) gracing as the Chief Guest.
Sri Lanka’s total recovery from the virus rose to 49,683 persons – NOCPCO
The total Coronavirus positives identified during the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 a.m. today (January 25) stands at 843 and the total cases in the country increased to 58,429, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) stated.
Defence Secretary reviews Sandahiru Seya project deadlines
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) directed all stakeholders, who have been assigned to construct Sandahiru Seya to comply with the work schedule in order to meet the deadline.
A total of 18,515 PCR tests conducted yesterday (23) - NOCPCO
The total Coronavirus positives identified during the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 a.m. today (January 24) stands at 724 and the total cases in the country increased to 57,586.
Foreign bulk carrier runs aground close to Little Basses
Neither hull damage nor oil leaking into the sea was reported from the distressed foreign vessel at the Little Basses, said the Navy Spokesperson Captain Indika De Silva speaking to defence.lk today (24 Jan).
A total of 19,285 PCR tests conducted yesterday (22) - NOCPCO
The total Coronavirus positives identified during the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 a.m. today (January 23) stands at 787 and the total cases in the country increased to 56,862, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) stated.
Army averts Kandankulam tank bund burst
Untiring effort exerted by the Sri Lanka Army prevented the likely burst of the Kandankulam tank bund at Selvanagar, Kilinochchi while laying sandbags around the vulnerable spots yesterday (Jan 21).
Steps to carry forward Anagarika Dharmapala’s mission
Under the patronage of Sri Lanka’s Mahabodhi Society Chairperson and Chief Sangha Nayaka of Japan Most Ven. Banagala Upatissa Thero, a foundation stone laid to construct a Dhamma Hall (Dharmashalawa) at the Wimalagnana Temple in Homagama, in a bid to propagate the teachings of Buddhism yesterday (Jan 21).
769 persons left hospitals yesterday after complete recovery from the virus
The total Coronavirus positives identified during the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 a.m. today (January 22) stands at 887 and the total cases in the country increased to 56,075, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) stated.
CSD will be utilised for country’s development
The strength of the Civil Security Department (CSD) will be utilised for the country’s development and to boost agriculture sector, said Maj. Gen. Nandana Senadeera (Retd) today (Jan 21).
Sri Lanka’s total recovery from the virus rose to 47,214 persons - NOCPCO
The total Coronavirus positives identified during the last 24 hours ending at 06.00 a.m. today (January 21) stands at 770 and the total cases in the country increased to 55,188, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) stated.
Joe Biden sworn in as 46th US President
His Excellency Joseph R. Biden was sworn in Wednesday (Jan 20) as the 46th President of the United States.
73rd Independence Day will be held with pride prioritizing safety – Defence Secretary
“All arrangements have been made to celebrate Sri Lanka’s 73rd Independence Day reflecting the pride of the nation while strictly following health guidelines” Defence Secretary and Secretary to the State Ministry of National Security, Home Affairs and Disaster Management Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) said.
Military receives a stock of facemasks & RAT kits worth Rs. 25 million
Two Korean companies in appreciation of the role played by the tri-servicemen in the fight against COVID-19, jointly gifted a stock of facemasks and Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) kits.
SLAF troops in Sigiriya donate blood
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) troops at Sigiriya donated blood recently to replenish blood stocks required in the event of emergencies.
Col. Chandima Kumarasinghe assumed duties as Director Ministry of Defence - Media Centre
Col. Chandima Kumarasinghe, assumed duties as the Officiating Director of the Ministry of Defence- Media Centre, today (Jan 19) at the Defence Ministry premises.
NCC new Director pays courtesy call on Defence Secretary
Director of National Cadet Corps (NCC) Maj. Gen. P.W.B. Jayasundara following his taking over of duties, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the Defence Ministry today morning (Jan 19).