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International Day of Yoga - 2023
Every year International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21 worldwide. It serves as a platform to raise awareness about the numerous benefits of yoga and promote its holistic approach to physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Acting Ambassador of Japan meets Acting Defence Minister
The Acting Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka Kotaro Katsuki made a courtesy call on the Acting Defence Minister Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo on Tuesday (Jun 20).
SLFPC Joins Exercise ‘Steel Storm I - 2023’ in Lebanon
The biannual ‘Exercise Steel Storm I - 2023’, the joint live firing Exercise among the United Nations Interim Force units in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) got underway in the firing range of South Naqoura camp in Lebanon during 05 - 09 June, intended to practise fire support procedures to be in line with UN laid guidelines.
Acting Defence Minister pays homage to Malwatu and Asgiri Chapters
Acting Defence Minister, Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, paid homage to the Mahanayaka and Anunayaka Theros of the Malwatu and Asgiri Chapters and received religious blessings on Monday evening (19).
Indian submarine visits Colombo
The Indian Navy submarine ‘INS Vagir’ arrived in the country today (Jun 19). According to SL Navy media, ‘INS Vagir’ arrived at the port of Colombo making a formal visit.
End Corporal Punishment at Schools in Sri Lanka
The protection of child rights in Sri Lanka is a core issue that should be discussed in the present context. Schools are obliged to educate and maintain the discipline of the children.
School children get drinking water through SL Air Force initiative
Students of Wathawana Primary School in Imaduwa are benefitted by a drinking water system was installed by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) recently (Jun 15). According to SLAF media, the water supply system was installed under the 56th phase of the 'Guwan Mithudam' project, fulfilling a much needed facility of the school.
PNS ‘Tippu Sultan’ arrives at port of Colombo on official visit
The Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) ‘Tippu Sultan’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit yesterday (Jun 18). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
SLAF acquires Y-12 IV Aircraft
The official document acceptance ceremony to acquire two Y-12 IV aircraft for Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) took place between Director of the South Asia Department in China National Aero-Technology Import & Export Corporation Mr. Liu Chuan and Air Force Commander, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana, recently.
State Minister of Defence joins the Kataragama Pada Yatra
Kataragama foot pilgrimage (Pada Yatra), which is an old tradition of life in Sri Lanka, started from the northern part of the island recently and State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon joined the Pada Yatra programme last Sunday (June 11) for the fifth time.
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Army troops plant Mangroves in Nanthikadal
Sri Lanka Army troops together with state officials, environmentalists and civilians planted mangroves in the Nanthikadal lagoon in Mullaittivu area recently coinciding with the ‘World Ocean Day’.
Landslide Warnings upped in several areas
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued a Level 3 (Red) landslide warning to Deraniyagala and Dehiovita areas in the Kegalle district.
Navy clear blockages on Gin ganga
With monsoonal rains lashing across the island many rivers and streams have swelled with the sudden increase in water levels. Flood waters drag down a huge amount of debris and garbage dumped around these waterways and they clog under bridges and narrow places downstream.
Army Doctors Enter Guinness World Records Removing the
World’s Largest Kidney Stone
The removal of the world’s largest and heaviest kidney stone (calculus) through a major surgery occurred on Thursday (June 1) at the Colombo Army Hospital, entering the Guinness World Records.
Army badminton player wins Bronze Medal in International Tournament
Sri Lanka Army’s Private B.D.D.T. Gunethilaka representing Sri Lanka secured a bronze medal in the Badminton (men’s double) event in the International Challenge Badminton Tournament, recently held in Maldives.
NBRO Landslide Warnings issued to several areas
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has upped the Landslide Warnings to Level - 2 (Amber) for Deraniyagala, Yatiyantota, Dehiovita areas in the Kegalle district and also Nivithigala and Kalawana areas in the Ratnapura district.
Army Chess players secure championship at DICF
The Sri Lanka Army team secured the Government and Mercantile Team category championship recently at ‘10th Damso International Chess Festival (DICF) 2023’, competed by over 500 male and female players from Sri Lanka and abroad.
WORKSHOP ON PREVENTION AND COUNTERING VIOLENT EXTREMISM FOR SAN PVE STAKEHOLDERS
Terrorism and Violent Extremism violate the human rights and fundamental freedoms of groups and individuals. Aftermath of devastating Easter Sunday attack in the year 2019, the importance of the Prevention of Violent Extremism was identified and discussed at the highest level of National Security Forums. It also recognized that this Violent Extremism is not limited only to Sri Lanka but also at the global level.
Workshop for SAN PVE stakeholders
A workshop on prevention and Countering Violent Extremism for SAN PVE stakeholders was conducted at the Ministry of Defence recently.
More lands used by SL Army released to Batticaloa civilians
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) recently released 8.6 acres of land in Sittandy, Batticaloa, being used by 4 Gemunu Watch troops for operational requirements.
KDU Surges Ahead in Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2023
For the second consecutive year, KDU has been ranked high in the latest Times Higher Education Impact ranking 2023.
VBSS Regional Training Course successfully concludes in Trincomalee
The Visit Board Search & Seizure (VBSS) Regional Training Course conducted at the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) Headquarters and Sober Island, Trincomalee concluded on a successful note. The certificate awarding ceremony was held under the auspices of Commanding Officer SBS, Commander PCPA Liyanage on 09th June 2023 at the Malima Sober Island Resort, Trincomalee. The course was sponsored by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Programme.
SL and Switzerland to enhance military to military cooperation further
The Defence Attaché of the Swiss Embassy Colonel Francois Garraux paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte today (Jun 09).
State Minister discusses on establishing a Maritime Training School
in Sri Lanka with French Ambassador
The Ambassador of France in Sri Lanka H. E. Jean-François Pactet made a call on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo, Thursday (Jun 08).
It is imperative to equip our armed forces with state-of-the-art technologies and capabilities - State Minister Tennakoon
As an extension of the excellent bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and India, cooperation in the area of Defence has continued to grow and strengthen over the years.