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Colombo Defence Seminar- 2019 in August
The Colombo Defence Seminar- 2019 is to be held at the tail end of this month (August) in Colombo. According to Army media, the premier annual two-day international defence conference organized by the Sri Lanka Army will begin at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) on the 29th morning and will conclude with the conclusion ceremony the next day (30).
KDU Southern Campus gets new Auditorium
Adding yet another feature to the expanding Southern Campus of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), a new auditorium was declared open on Sunday (04 August 2019). According to Navy media, the new facility was declared open by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Piyal De Silva.
KDU International Research Conference in September
The 12th International Research Conference organized by the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDUIRC) will be held on 11th and 12th, September (2019). This year the two-day conference will be held under the theme ‘Challenges to Humankind in the face of new Technologies’.
Sri Nagapoosani Amman Kovil
The annual Adipooram Pooja" of Sri Nagapoosani Amman Kovil in Nainativu island was held on 03rd August (2019). According to Navy media, Sri Lanka Navy troops in the North rendered assistance to the successful conduct of the annual Hindu religious ceremony.
Kilinochchi troops come to the aid of local residents
Sri Lanka Army troops in Kilinochchi ever conscious to the needs of the general masses there have taken measures to provide them with tanks to store much needed drinking water.
Secretary visits Kandy to ensure maximum security for Esala Perahera
Secretary Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV usp ndu said that all necessary measures have been taken to ensure maximum security to the Esala Perahera which will commence, tomorrow.
Security of all people ensured and country safe to visit
The government has taken all necessary security measures to ensure the security of the country and the safety of the people since the unfortunate April bombings
Army Troops Join Kandy Cleaning Project
A special programme, launched by the Central Province Ministry of Agriculture with the objective of cleaning the Kandy town and its suburbs, prior to the commencement of the annual Sri Dalada Perahera festival got underway during 28-29 July with the participation of 94 Army personnel of the 11 Division Headquarters of the Security Force Headquarters - Central (SFHQ-Cen).
'Wanni Innoveta - 2019' showcases new innovations of Army personnel
The Sri Lanka Army organized 'Wanni Innoveta-2019' exhibition was held in Padaviya, Parakramapura, last week. According to Army media, the two day annual expo held on 26 and 27 (July) drew large crowds to the venue at Padaviya public ground to see and admire the display of creative skills of Army personnel.
‘Angampora’ Martial Art Gains Ground in Kilinochchi Establishing its Own Typical Village
The Sri Lanka Army lending its legendary know-how and the knack for continued revival of indigenous Sri Lankan Martial Art, ‘Angampora’ which boasts a history of more than 5000 years took one more leap forward on Friday (26) and established Sri Lanka's state-of-the-art ‘Angampora’ village near the Iranamadu tank bund, adjacent to the Security Force Headquarters-Kilinochchi (SFHQ-KLN) precincts during a formal ceremony, consecrated by rites and rituals that had withstood the test of time.
‘Military Dialogue Programme - 2019’ held
The 3rd session of the ‘Military Dialogue Programme - 2019’ was held at the Sri Lanka Air Force Base in Ratmalana recently. According to Air Force media, the two-day dialogue, organized by the Sri Lanka Air Force under the patronage of the Secretariat for Coordinating Reconciliation Mechanisms (SCRM) commenced on Monday (22 July 2019).
Japan and Sri Lanka enter into MoU on Defence Cooperation and Exchange
A memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation and Exchange was signed by the State Minister of Defence Hon. Ruwan Wijewardene and the Japanese State Minister of Defence Mr. Kenji Harada at the Ministry of Defence, today (26 July 2019).
3rd expert level Staff Talks between Sri Lanka-Pakistan Navies in Colombo
The 3rd round of expert level Staff Talks between the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) and Pakistan Navy (PN) successfully concluded on Wednesday (24 July 2019).
Kalu Ganga project ready to perform its duties - President
The Kalu Ganga project, the next huge reservoir of the Moragahakanda project can be completed by next month and can be bestowed with the people, President Maithripala Sirisena said.
Director of National Cadet Corps (NCC) presents memento to General Kottegoda reminiscing his glorious journey from College Cadet to Secretary Defence.
The Director of the National Cadet Corps, Major General MMS Perera made courtesy call on the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc, on Wednesday (24th July 2019).
3rd round meeting on Security Affairs on China-Sri Lanka jointly building the Belt and Road Initiative held
The third round meeting on Security Affairs on China-Sri Lanka jointly building the Belt and Road Initiative was held at the Ministry of Defence, today (25 July 2019).
Secretary attends Civilian Bravery Awards Ceremony- 2019
The 25th National Civilian Bravery Awards Ceremony - 2019 was held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo, today (25 July, 2019). The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc attended the event organized by the Foundation for Civilian Bravery Sri Lanka, this evening.
Educational seminar for Northern students
An educational seminar for students sitting the GCE Advanced Level exam in August, this year had been organized by the Sri Lanka Army troops on Friday (19 July 2019).
Swiss Ambassador meets Secretary
The Ambassador of Switzerland in Sri Lanka HE Mr. Hanspeter Mock made a courtesy call on the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc, today (24 July 2019).
Exciting & Glittering 'Colours Night - 2017/2018' Felicitates Army Sports Achievers
One of the much-anticipated and prestigious projects of the Sri Lanka Army, 'Colours Night - 2017/2018' that recognizes and acclaims exceptional skills of Army sportsmen and women, glittered in the Nelum Pokuna auditorium Friday (19) evening in the presence of a gathering of distinguished invitees, including the Minister of Telecommunication, Foreign Employment and Sports, Defence Secretary, Chief of Defence Staff, Commander of the Army, Commander of the Navy, Commander of the Air Force and several other distinguished invitees.
MoD holds special religious blessing ceremony for Easter Sunday bomb victims
A special three month remembrance alms giving was conducted at the Ministry of Defence to pass merit and remember the victims of the Easter Sunday bomb blast, today (21 July 2019).
Newly constructed vocational training facility in Vanni handed over to the VTA
The new Vocational Training Centre at Poovarasankulam, constructed with Sri Lanka Air Force expertise was handed over to the Vocational Training Authority (VTA) on Monday (15th of July 2019).
Army built 'Ayati' National Centre for Children with Disabilities formally opens door
Completing yet another milestone construction project in its community welfare commitments, the Sri Lanka Army constructed three-storied building was formally vested with the 'Ayati' Trust Sri Lanka and the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya at a simple ceremony held this morning (18th July 2019).
Weather advisory
The sudden change in the weather condition over the island is likely to continue further. According to the weather forecast of the Met Department issued at noon today (18 July 2019), the prevailing showery and windy conditions are expected to continue...
World Bank assures the President of continuous assistance to Sri Lanka
World Bank Vice President for South Asia Region, Hartwig Schafer said that the World Bank will increase assistance to Sri Lanka under three of its new operations.