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UAE ambassador meets Defence Secretary
Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka H.E. Khaled Nasser Sulaiman AlAmeri paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte, today (12 Jan).
Jaffna based female cricketer receives new house from Army
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) constructed a new house for Ms. Selvarasa Kiristiga of Victoria College in Chulipuram, Jaffna, who is a member of the Under 19 Women’s National Cricket Squad, in appreciation of her recent achievements at the national level.
Army launches reforestation drive of 60,000 saplings in Yala
Sri Lanka Army has planted 60,000 saplings covering 600 hectares inside the Yala sanctuary in close coordination with the Ministry of Wildlife and Forest Conservation while launching a national reforestation programme, recently.
KDU nursing degree recognized by SLNC
The BSc Nursing Programme offered by the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) has been accredited by the Sri Lanka Nursing Council (SLNC).
National Flag to fly half-mast at state institutions
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared that the National Flag be placed half-mast at all state institutions today (05 Jan) as a mark of respect to the great services rendered by His Holiness Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and his ascension to heaven.
Navy's new Chief of Staff assumes office
President and Commander - in - Chief of the Armed Forces Hon. Ranil Wickremesinghe, has appointed Rear Admiral Jayantha Kularatne as the Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Navy effective from 23rd December 2022.
Army players won 5 Bronze Medals in 4th South Asian Sepak Takraw
Tournament in Dhaka
Sri Lanka Army players representing Sri Lanka National Sepak Takraw pool participated in the 4th South Asian Sepak Takraw competition in Dhaka, Bangladesh recently and won 5 Bronze medals.
Website of Disaster Management Division launched
The official website of the Disaster Management Division of the Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka https://disastermin.gov.lk was launched by State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon MP at the Ministry premises in Colombo today (Jan 02).
Preventive measures have dealt a severe blow to drug traffickers - Defence Secretary
The effective measures taken by the Ministry of Defence and its affiliated agencies in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Police against drug trafficking have dealt a heavy blow on drug smuggling operations in the country. Such preventive measures have had a huge impact on the society, said so Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne while addressing the staff of the Ministry of Defence.
Army troops set up New RO Plant at Kumburupiddi Village
Sri Lanka Army’s 17 Sri Lanka National Guard (SLNG) troops of the Security Force Headquarters - East (SFHQ-E) constructed a new Reverse Osmosis (RO) water purification plant for safe drinking water in Kumburupiddi area recently.
President's New Year message
We are looking at the New Year 2023 after having undergone the bleakest of times, immense hardships, as well as the uncertainties and hopelessness of the last year.
Newly appointed Navy Chief calls on State Minister of Defence
The newly appointed Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera paid a courtesy call on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at the State Ministry of Defence in Colombo today (30 Dec).
SL Contingent in Mali receive Force Commander's Commendation
Sri Lanka Army troops serving the Combat Convoy Company (CCC-4), deployed under the United Nations (UN) Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) were recently awarded “Force Commander's Commendation” certificates.
Navy and Police STF sign an MOU for mobile RO plant
Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at the Navy Headquarters on 29th December 2022. As part of the MOU, the Navy will build a mobile Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant for the Police STF contingent planned to join United Nations peacekeeping operations.
Educational scholarships for children of Army families
Sri Lanka Army recently presented a group of children of Army personnel with educational scholarships during a ceremony held at the Army Headquarters.
Military personnel donate blood to replenish blood stocks
Sri Lanka Navy organised a blood donation campaign at the Navy General Hospital in Welisara, yesterday (Dec 27) in line with the 72nd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy.
Army troops restored public transport at Gampola
Sri Lanka Army troops cleared the road between Gampola and Hemmathagama after torrential rains caused a landslide disrupting the passage of public transport services in the area on Sunday evening (Dec 25).
2004 'Boxing Day' Tsunami victims remembered
Marking the 18th anniversary of the shocking Tsunami disaster that jolted the island in 2004 killing over 35,000 people, the ‘National Safety Day’ ceremony was held at the Peraliya Tsunami Memorial in Thelwatte, Galle at around 8.45 am today (Dec 26) recalling the victims of the disaster.
President's Christmas message
The dawn of Christmas is a day to reminisce and celebrate God’s love for humanity, by the birth of Jesus Christ as the savior of human kind. It is a joyous festival of humanity and peace, that proclaims the liberation of the poor and oppressed. The birth of baby Jesus in impoverished surroundings signifies the dedication of His life to creating a better society.
Defence Secretary delves into National Cadet Corps' progress
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne made an inspection visit to the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Headquarters in Pamankada today (Dec 23).
Gen. Kottegoda appointed as new KDU Chancellor
Gen. SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) has been appointed as the Chancellor of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University by Hon. President Ranil Wickremesinghe.
Inclement weather likely to worsen over the weekend
The prevalent rainy and windy condition experienced is likely to increase over most parts of the country during the weekend (24 and 25 Dec).
UNHCR delegation calls on Defence Secretary
A delegation of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) led by Indrika Ratwatte (Director- Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific) met the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry today (22 Dec).