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“Kapruka Ranaviru Pranama 2022” - Coconut saplings to War Heroes
In parallel with the 74th Independence Day celebrations the inaugural ceremony to distribute 5000 coconut saplings among war heroes was held at the Ranaviru Village in Dompe, Keragala in the Gampaha District. The island wide programme is organized jointly by the Coconut Cultivation Board and the Ranaviru Seva Authority.
Russian Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
Russian Ambassador to Sri Lanka His Excellency Yuri Materiy, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Feb 09).
The 74th Independence Day was celebrated with pride
The 74th Independence Day was celebrated with pride under the theme of 'An affluent tomorrow and prosperous motherland with challenges overcome' at the Independence Square, Colombo today (Feb 4).
Rs. 10 million worth Electric Tricycles presented to differently able War Heroes
A group of differently able War Heroes of Tri Forces was presented with 50 Electric Tricycles in view of the forthcoming 74th Independence Day celebrations.
Navy foils another drug smuggling attempt in international waters
In a special operation carried out by Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in coordination with Sri Lanka Police and intelligence agencies, another drug-carrying foreign vessel was intercepted in international waters south of Sri Lanka on 26th January 2022. This foreign multiday fishing trawler, remaining on high seas with a view to transfer the consignment to a local fishing vessel, had jettisoned about 200kg of heroin into sea, when it was approached by the Navy. During further search of the vessel, the Navy managed to recover about 250g of heroin and a satellite phone. Accordingly, the Navy nabbed 09 foreign suspects aboard in connection to this racket. The apprehended suspects along with the foreign vessel were brought to the port of Colombo for further investigations today (03rd February). The coordinated operation paved the way to thwart the influx of another large quantity of illegal drugs to the country.
Nigerian Defence Adviser calls on Defence Secretary
Defence Adviser of the Nigerian High Commission for Sri Lanka, Commodore Anthony Victor Kujoh paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte today (Feb 2).
Defence Secretary witnessed Independence Day rehearsals
Defence Ministry Secretary and Secretary to State Ministry of National Security and Disaster Management Gen. Kamal Gunaratne reviewed the rehearsals of forthcoming Independence Day parade at the Independence Square, Colombo today morning (Feb 2).
Turkish Military Attaché meets Defence Secretary
Military Attaché of the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey for Sri Lanka, Colonel Can Gokcen Gokkaya paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte today (Feb 2).
Army-manufactured innovative Unicob - MRAPV unveiled
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) has manufactured a Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected Vehicle (MRAPV), 'Unicob' which is built with a Diesel powered six cylinder engine.
All set for 74th Independence Day celebrations
All arrangements are set in place for the 74th Independence Day Celebrations under the patronage of His Excellency the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Independence Square, Colombo on February 4, 2022, said Minister of Irrigation, State Minister of National Security and Disaster Management and State Minister of Home Affairs Hon. Chamal Rajapaksa today (31).
HIGHEST NUMBER OF OFFICERS IN THE HISTORY OF SLAF COMMISSIONED AT SLAF BASE KATUNAYAKE
It was a moment of utmost pride and glory for the Sri Lanka Air Force when it held the Commissioning and Wings Parade this morning (29 January 2022) of the No. 59, 61, 62, 63, 64 Intakes of Officer Cadets, No. 13 14, 15, 16 Lady Officer Cadets Intakes, the No 34th and No 35th Kotelawala Defence University Intakes comprising of a total of 153 Male Officers and Lady Officers which is the highest in history.
Foundation laid for new state of the art SLAF Hospital
Foundation stone was laid for a new state of the art hospital for the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) today (Jan 27).
Chanting of ‘Jaya Piritha’ concludes with Alms Giving
The chanting of Jaya Pirith presided over by Ven. Maha Sangha including Maha Nayaka and Anu Nayaka theros on Wednesday evening (26), to invoke blessings on the country, its people, fallen war heroes and differently-able war veterans and to get the country rid of current pandemic spread, came to an end following an alms-giving at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) today morning (27).
‘SPEAT Force’ introduced for Prisons to thwart corruption and misconduct
- Defence Secretary
‘Sri Lanka Prisons Emergency Action and Tactical Force’ (SPEAT Force) was introduced to thwart corruption and misconduct in Prisons and to control such issues in a more transparent approach said the Defence Secretary ...
Plans are afoot to destroy illegal drugs soon after seizure – Defence Secretary
New laws will be introduced to destroy illegal drug hauls in front of a judicial officer immediately after the seizure while retaining a sample for legal proceedings, said Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne today (25 Jan).
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Navy seizes heroin valued over Rs. 3300 million
A special operation conducted by the Navy in international waters south of Sri Lanka, led to intercept a local fishing trawler carrying over 330kg of heroin (including packages), with a gross street value of over Rs. 3300 million. The operation also made way to the apprehension of 11 local suspects and another local fishing vessel in connection to this illegal act. The two arrests were made on 17th and 22nd January 2022, as an extension of Navy’s anti-drug operations.
Defence Secretary graces the ceremony of title conferment to
Ven. Kolamunne Sumanawansa thero
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne offered a Vijinipatha (a traditional fan) to the Kolamunne Sri Bimbarama Temple Chief Prelate Ven. Kolamunne Sumanawansa thero during a religious reception held at the Kolamunne Sri Bimbarama Temple premises in Piliyandala today (Jan 23).
Defence Secretary arrives at Anuladevi Cetiya in Mihintale
Defence Secretary and Chairperson of 'Archaeological Heritage Management Presidential Task Force' (PTF) for Eastern Province Gen. Kamal Gunaratne arrived at Mihindu Maha Seya at the Mihintale Monastery during a visit made to several sacred places of worship in Anuradhapura today (Jan 23).
Army to continue countrywide Booster Vaccination
The Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps (SLAMC) continues to carry out the national vaccination drive against COVID-19 pandemic around the island by providing Pfizer booster dose for all above 20 years.
KDU enrolls students from UGC
The General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) held its inauguration ceremony for 'Day Scholars' enlisted to the Intake 39 of the Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Management, Social Sciences & Humanities at the KDU Auditorium, yesterday (Jan 20).
Defence Secretary graces Anniversary Pirith chanting ceremony at DSC
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne graced an all-night 'Pirith' chanting ceremony at the Defence Services College (DSC) in Colombo last evening (Jan 19).
Bangladesh Navy Chief meets Defence Secretary
Chief of the Naval Staff of Bangladesh Navy Admiral M Shaheen Iqbal paid a courtesy call on the Sri Lankan Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Jan 19).
KDU establishes Faculty of Criminal Justice
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne ceremonially inaugurated the Faculty of Criminal Justice of the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) in Ratmalana today (Jan 19). The landmark ceremony also saw the opening of the Stage II of the KDU Press.
'Jaya Pritha' to be held on Jan 26 to invoke blessings on country and people
‘Jaya Piritha’ annually organized by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) is scheduled to be held on Jan 26 this year under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo, the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne said while addressing media personnel at a media brief held at the Ministry today (Jan 18).
KDU launches International Research Journal in Computing
The Volume 01, Issue 01 of the International Journal of Research in Computing (IJRC) published by the Faculty of Computing, General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) was launched at the KDU premises recently.