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INSS commemorates late Admiral Clancy Fernando
Organizing the 4th ‘Annual Memorial Lecture’, the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), commemorated the late Admiral Clancy Fernando under the theme of ‘Sea Power of an Island Nation and Admiral Clancy Fernando’ yesterday (Feb 19).
Sri Lanka must keep pace with global changes – President reiterates
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has reiterated that Sri Lanka must keep pace with transformative changes taking place globally.
Bellanwila Temple’s ‘Bo-Tree Precinct’ expansion inaugurated
Hon. Prime Minister and the Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa laid the foundation stone auspiciously for the sacred Bo-Tree Precinct (Bodhigara) development project at the Bellanwila Temple today (Feb 13).
COVID 19 has challenged the conventional education – Defence Secretary
Mentioning the conventional education that has been challenged by the COVID 19 pandemic, the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) said I am glad that organisations such as Institute of Supply and Materials Management (ISMM) have been able to overcome such challenges by effective utilization of a ‘Virtual’ platform to continue the education without distressing students.
President launched 'Deegawapiya Aruna' trust fund
The ‘Deegawapiya Trust Fund’ launching ceremony was held under the patronage of His Excellency the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the Chief Guest and Hon. Prime Minister and the Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, at the Sri Sambodhi Viharaya in Colombo today (Feb 12).
'AERO-INDIA 2021', a leap forward in building cohesion among IOR nations
Sri Lanka’s geographical significance in the Indian Ocean stands eminent in all affairs owing to the availability of a number of important Sea Lanes of Communication including Sea Lanes of Trade running just South of Sri Lanka (SL), said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) today (Feb 5).
I will discharge the responsibility that people entrusted on me – President
I will discharge the responsibility that people have entrusted on me, with commitment and dedication, pledged His Excellency the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
Dignifying dress code introduced for all ex-servicemen
The grandeur and the prestige of ex-servicemen have to be reflected with the glory and the professional status they deserve, said Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) last evening (Feb 2).
Independence Day final preparations made
The forthcoming 73rd Independence Day rehearsals were reviewed by the Minister of Irrigation and State Minister of National Security, Home Affairs and Disaster Management, Hon. Chamal Rajapaksa at Independence Square today morning (Feb 2).
Strict compliance to healthcare guidelines during Independence Day Parade
All set for the 73rd Independence Day Celebrations following healthcare guidelines under the patronage of HE the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Independence Square, Colombo on february 4, 2021, said Minister of Irrigation and State Minister of National Security, Home Affairs and Disaster Management Hon. Chamal Rajapaksa today (Feb 1).
Legal reforms to deal with drug related issues - Defence Secretary
Necessary legal reforms would be introduced soon to direct drug addicted minor offenders to rehabilitations centres for curative measures, instead of retaining them behind the prison cells for an extensive period, said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) yesterday (Jan 29).
The ‘Defence Review 2020’ launched
Citing the ‘Defence Review 2020’ launched by the Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka (INSSSL) today (Jan 27), Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) said, addressing of several key thematic areas related to National Security including health, environmental and maritime security has set out an ideal opportunity to probe further into the core of the issue, with special reference to Non-Traditional Threats and Transnational Crimes, that are known to be the major concerns in the current context.
Army and CSD to produce bricks for Deegawapiya Stupa restoration
Since the Deegawapiya Stupa restoration project demands 30,000 tailor-made standard bricks per day, we have set up a system to produce bricks through the military and Civil Security Department (CSD), said Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) today (26 Jan).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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).
DSCSC’s Commandant meets Defence Secretary
Commandant of the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) Maj. Gen. IHMNN Herath made a Courtesy call on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the Defence Ministry, today (15 Jan).
Former glory of Deegawapiya Stupa at the naked eye view will be a reality soon – Defence Secretary
Unlike futile attempts launched previously, we will see the former glory of Deegawapiya Stupa this time, pledged Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) while addressing media at the Defence Ministry yesterday (Jan 13).
Russian Defence Attaché met Defence Secretary
The Defence Attaché of the Russian Embassy in Sri Lanka, Col. Denis I. Shkoda made a call on the Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry, today (12 January).
Defence Secretary attends a ceremony at Thurstan College
Hon.Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa declared open a conserved building
New Asst. Indian DA meets Defence Secretary
The recently appointed Assistant Defence Advisor to the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, Lt. Col. Puneet Sushil made a call on the Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry, today (Jan 08).
'Deegawapiya Trust Fund' received 1.6 million
South Korean-based ‘Sri Lankarama Buddhist Association’ donated a cheque worth of Rs 1.6 million to the Deegawapiya Trust Fund at the Defence Ministry today (Jan 08).