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SLN nabs another haul of smuggled cannabis worth of Rs. 52 Mn
In a bid to cripple the drug smuggling ring, the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) yet again nabbed 174 kilos and 50 grams of Kerala cannabis along with a dinghy and two suspects, during a special raid at the seas off Thondamanaru, Jaffna last evening (June 20).
KDU becomes the first CSSL GenZ Student Chapter
Faculty of Computing of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) as the first ever Student Chapter of Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL) has showcased the glamour at a webinar named “Gen Z” recently held in line with the 45th Anniversary of the CSSL.
SLN nabs 23 Kilos of Cannabis in Chilaw seas
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) nabbed 23 kilos and 100 grams of cannabis floating in the seas off Mukku Thoduwawa, Chilaw today (June 20).
Inter-provincial travel restrictions to remain
It has been decided to relax travel restrictions from 4 am on the 21st of June, the President's Media Division (PMD) said indicating that, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has instructed the officials not to relax the inter-provincial travel restrictions.
Travel restrictions updates
The currently imposed travel restrictions will be lifted 4.00 am on June 21, Army Commander Gen. Shavendra Silva said.
Navy nabs Rs.39 mn worth of Cannabis
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) nabbed 130 kilos and 760 grams of Cannabis along with two suspects and a dinghy in Karampan in Kayts yesterday (June 17).
Chinese Defence Attaché calls on Defence Secretary
The Defence Attaché of the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka, Senior Col. Wan Dong met Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) at the new Defence Ministry complex today (Jun 17).
Former Secretary Defence & Army Chief of Staff, General Cyril Ranatunga (Retd) Passes Away
General S. Cyril Ranatunga (Retd), one of the most respected and highly acclaimed military leaders in the Sri Lanka Army and a former Secretary to the Ministry of Defence passed away peacefully on Wednesday (16) at the age of 91 years. He, who had given leadership as a General Officer Commanding, Joint Operations Command and Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army during the 1980s also served as Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea as well as in the United Kingdom. He was honoured by appointing him as Chancellor of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence Academy.
Army join hands for Mullaitivu community projects
Commencing another social welfare oriented work, the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) commenced to construct a new house for a selected needy family in Mannankadal, Mullaitivu recently with a view to uplift their living standards.
'Level 1' landslide warning issued
Issuing a 'Level 1' (yellow) landslide warning message today (June 14), the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has earmarked a few areas in four districts as vulnerable to landslides in view of showery condition experiencing in some of the parts in the island.
Navy nabs Rs.71 mn worth of Cannabis
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) nabbed 237 kilos and 500 grams of Cannabis worth of Rs. 71 million along with three suspects and a dinghy in Point Pedro today (June 14).
Strong winds and lightning during thundershowers
Issuing today's (June 14) weather forecast the Meteorology Department requested general public to take adequate precautions to minimize the damages that may occur due to temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.
Army renovates Thadiyamalai - Muthiyankaddu road in Mullaithivu
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) commenced the renovation of road patch between Thadiyamalai to Muthiyankaddu in Mullaithivu recently.
SLN nabs over Rs. 1758 million – worth heroin
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) nabbed 219.8 Kg of heroin along with 09 suspects during an operation conducted in the Weligama Polwathumodara coastal area, recently.
Defence Secretary welcomes three Antonov-32 aircraft
Three Antonov-32 aircraft belonging to Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) arrived in the country last evening (June 11) on completion of their overhaul process.
Retired buses find their new home beneath the waterline
The Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources with the assistance of Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) launched a project to culture artificial reef off the Delft Island yesterday (June 11).
Island wide travel restrictions extended until June 21
The island wide travel restrictions are further extended until 4.00 a.m. on June 21 (Monday), said the Army Commander Gen. Shavendra Silva a short while ago.
Defence Secretary appreciates the support of ICG vessels
Mentioning the rapid response and support extended by the Indian Coast Guard Ships to douse the fire triggered onboard merchant vessel X-PRESS PEARL, Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) expressed his appreciation to the Indian High Commissioner in Colombo, His Excellency Gopal Baglay at the Defence Ministry today (June 11).
Flood warnings withdrawn
The flood warnings issued by the Hydrology and Disaster Management Division of the Irrigation Department from June 3 to 6 are hereby withdrawn, said the Irrigation Department today (June 10).
No decision yet to extend countrywide travel restriction
There is no decision yet to extend the island-wide travel restriction after June 14 (Monday) , said the Army Commander Gen.Shavendra Silva.
Progress of Deegawapiya Stupa restoration reviewed
A progress review meeting to discuss the Deegawapiya Stupa restoration project was convened at the Defence Ministry today (June 10).
NDDCB new Chairperson received Letter of Appointment
Dr. Priyangi Amarabandu has been appointed as the Chairperson of the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) with effect from May 7, 2021 by the State Minister of National Security, Home Affairs and Disaster Management Hon. Chamal Rajapaksa.
Transport for senior citizens to draw pension on 10 & 11 June
Tri-Forces will run an island-wide program to assist the pensioners to draw their pension from the nearest bank on 10 and 11 June, the Sri Lanka Army (SLA) said.
Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm can be expected
The Met. Department issuing a weather forecast today (June 9) said showers will take place at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western Provinces and in Galle, Matara, Nuwara-Eliya and Kandy districts.
650-bed ICC opens in Werellawatta, Gampaha
Sri Lanka Navy-assembled COVID-19 Intermediate Care Centre (ICC) facilitated with 650 beds in Werellawatta, Gampaha was inaugurated yesterday (June 7).