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Defence Secretary pays tribute to Colonel Olcott
Remembering the 117th death anniversary of Buddhist revivalist, Colonel Henry Steel Olcott, Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne paid floral tributes to the statue of the late Colonel Olcott opposite the Fort Railway Station, Colombo today (Feb 17).
SLNS Sayurala leaves for India to take part in MILAN 2024
Sri Lanka Naval Ship (SLNS) Sayurala today (16th February 2024) left for India from the Port of Trincomalee to take part in MILAN 2024. MILAN, the multilateral naval exercise hosted by the Indian Navy for the 12th time, will be held from 19th to 27th February in the Visakhapatnam Port and in the Bay of Bengal, eastern seas of India.
Leading Seaman SMASM Subasinghe wins gold medal in 400m at
‘Grand Prix Dubai Fazza’
Leading Seaman SMASM Subasinghe, a para athlete from the Sri Lanka Navy made headlines by clinching the gold medal in the 400m men’s event (T47 category) at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2024 on 16th February 2024. The para athletics championship was held from 08th to 15th February 2024 in Dubai.
‘Together, we are not just discussing the future; we are shaping it with the formidable capabilities of our armed forces.’ - Defence Secretary
‘Currently, we proudly stand with the strength of over 1800 military engineers, spanning diverse domains such as Civil, Mechanical, Electronic, Telecommunication, Marine, Aeronautical and many more. Our primary objective is to elevate the aspirations of our young military engineers. We aim to propel them to greater heights in the engineering realm by providing the necessary support and resources to attain chartered engineering qualifications.’
Duo of Iranian Naval Ships arrive in Colombo
The Iranian Naval Ship (IRINS) Bushehr and Tonb arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (16th February 2024). The visiting ships were welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
“SOUTH ASIAN GEOPOLITICS IN 2024: LESSONS FOR SRI LANKA”
The Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the Ministry of Defence’s premier think tank on national security, hosted a close door webinar on “South Asian Geopolitics in 2024: Lessons for Sri Lanka”
“SOUTH ASIAN GEOPOLITICS IN 2024: LESSONS FOR SRI LANKA”
The Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the Ministry of Defence’s premier think tank on national security, hosted a close door webinar on “South Asian Geopolitics in 2024: Lessons for Sri Lanka” on Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 1000hrs to 1200hrs (IST) via Zoom. The Guest Speaker for the event was, Lieutenant General Vinod G. Khandare PVSM, AVSM, SM (Retd.), Principal Adviser,
Navy aids in containing blaze on private property in Talaimannar
In a swift response to a distress call, the Navy on 12th February 2024 deployed its firefighters to assist in extinguishing a fire that broke out on private land in Talaimannar. The fire, which posed a threat to nearby properties and vegetation, was brought under control with the coordinated efforts of the Navy.
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Sri Lanka Army Deploys Troops to Ensure Healthcare Continuity
amidst Health Sector Strike
In a move to ensure uninterrupted access to essential healthcare services amidst an island-wide strike by health sector trade unions, the Sri Lanka Army deployed troops to government hospitals across the country today (13 February 2024).
Defence Secretary graces book launching ceremony
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne graced the launching of the book "Yuga Yuga" authored by Colonel Dilipa Serasinghe of the Sri Lanka Army Military Police yesterday (Feb. 09). The ceremony was held at the Government Information Department Auditorium last evening.
State Minister of Defence visits KDU
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, visited the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) in Ratmalana today (Feb 8).
Maldivian Chief of Defence Force meets Defence Secretary
Maldivian Chief of Defence Force Lieutenant General Abdul Raheem Abdul Latheef met Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne today (Feb 8). The meeting was held at the Defence Headquarters Complex at Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte.
10th Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps Contingent Departs for South Sudan
The 10th contingent of the Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps (SLAMC) departed Sri Lanka early this morning (06 February), to assume duties at the Level-2 SRIMED Hospital in the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
Institute of National Security Studies conducts Security Salon
Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the premier think tank on national security established and functioning under the Ministry of Defence organized a Security Salon on “Changing Regional Dynamics in the Middle East: Implications from Israel-Hamas Conflict at the Red Sea for Sri Lanka” on Wednesday, the 07th February 2024, from 1000hrs to 1200hrs at the Auditorium of the Ministry of Public Security.
Army Chief of Staff calls on State Minister of Defence
Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army Major General Harindra Peiris, made a courtesy call on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office today (07 Feb).
Navy assistance to develop school sanitary facilities
Sanitary facilities of several schools in the Medawachchiya region were upgraded with the generous participation of Sri Lanka Navy troops. According to SL navy media, naval manpower was provided for the development of sanitation facilities of Puleliya Vidyalaya, Thulawelliya Vidyalaya and Ginikatuwewa Vidyalaya Rambewa under a Naval Social Responsibility initiative. These facilities were bestowed for the use of students on Monday (Feb. 05).
SL Army troops assist children
A social service initiative by Sri Lanka Army troops saw schooling essentials including shoes being provided to needy children recently. According to SL Army media, troops of 2 Sri Lanka National Guard (2 SLNG) organized a donation programme (Jan 20) at Kilinochchi Jayapuram Mixed School where 60 students of the school and 40 children of Non-Commissioned Officers/civil staff from the 55 Infantry Division were gifted pairs of shoes.
9th SRIMED Contingent in South Sudan Returns after Completion of Service
The 9th SRIMED contingent in South Sudan, comprising 9 Officers and 43 Other Ranks, returned to Sri Lanka on 05 February after completing their tour of duty at the South Sudan Level 2 hospital under the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
New Chairman of Ranaviru Seva Authority assumes office
Major General Nishantha Manage (retd), who was appointed as the 10th Chairman of Ranaviru Seva Authority (RSA) officially assumed duties at the RSA office in Colombo on 02nd February. Subsequently, he addressed all members of the staff at a special discussion held at the RSA premises.
Indian College of Defence Management delegation meets SL Defence Secretary
A delegation of Indian College of Defence Management (CDM) led by Commodore Sunil Kumar called on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry today (Feb 05).
76th National Independence Day Celebrations Proudly Led by President
The 76th National Independence Day celebration took place with pride and grandeur at Galle Face Colombo, symbolizing a renewed commitment to “Let’s Build a New Country.” The event, chaired by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, was honoured by the presence of the Prime Minister of Thailand, Hon. Srettha Thavisin, and received greetings from world leaders, including His Holiness Pope Francis and King Charles III.
Let's Celebrate the 76th Independence Day with Pride
Let's Celebrate the 76th Independence Day with Pride
Submarine INS 'Karanj' arrives in Colombo
INS 'Karanj' - a submarine of the Indian Navy arrived at the port of Colombo today (03rd February 2024) on a formal visit. The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision of naval traditions.
Sri Lankan NCC cadets take part in Indian Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi
A contingent of Sri Lanka National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets represented the country at the Indian Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, India, recently (Jan. 26). The Sri Lankan NCC contingent arrived in India at an invitation extended by the Director General of the Indian Cadet Corps.
Press release
The Cabinet has approved the Cabinet Paper No. 23/2527/603/061 dated 24.01.2024, on paying of salary and allowances to the dependents of deceased Tri-Forces personnel, who had retired from service on medical grounds owing to terrorist activities during active service in the war prior to 19.05.2009, those deceased prior to reaching 55 years.