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Air Force Commander Engages In Bilateral Talks with
Australian Ministry of Home Affairs
The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa engaged in bilateral discussions with the representatives of the Ministry of Home Affairs in Australia yesterday (07 May 2024) on the occasion of the Air and Space Power Conference 2024.
Special unit established to gather information on Sri Lankan citizens
being deployed in the Russia-Ukraine war
The Ministry of Defence has announced the establishment of a special unit to gather information on the human trafficking of retired Sri Lankan military personnel to the Russia-Ukraine war through illegal channels.
Defence Secretary Chief Guest at Russian Victory Day ceremony
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne graced the Russian Victory Day ceremony at the Russian Cultural Centre in Colombo today (May 08).
The State Minister presents prosthetic limbs to disabled war veterans
'The sacrifices made by our brave soldiers in protecting our nation’s sovereignty and integrity are immeasurable. Many of them have endured life-altering injuries in the line of duty, yet their spirit remains unbroken and their dedication unwavering. It is our solemn duty to ensure that they receive the care and support they deserve'.
Statement made by the Defence Secretary cautioning war veterans not to get duped
by illegal foreign employment agents
The Ministry of Defence has learned that a number of retired war veterans who had immensely devoted their lives to defend the country during the 30 – year long terrorist war have got caught to a scheme by some illegal foreign job agents and have sent to the Russian-Ukrainian war front as members of mercenary groups.
State Minister of Defence visits Commando Regiment Headquarters
The State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon visited the Sri Lanka Army Commando Regiment Headquarters in Ganemulla today (May 06).
Pakistan NDU delegation visits Defence Ministry
A delegation of the Pakistan National Defence University (NDU) led by Air Commodore Faisal Fazal Muhammad Khan made a visit to the Ministry of Defence at Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (May 6).
Defence Secretary attends the Global Mindfulness Summit 2024
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne attended the Global Mindfulness Summit (GMS) 2024 conducted at the Nagananda International Buddhist University in Kelaniya today (May 03).
Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Navy calls on State Minister of Defence
After assuming duties, Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake, who was recently appointed as the Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Navy, called on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo today (May 02).
Labour Day Message
On the 138th observance of World Labour Day, born from a historic struggle for rights, our nation stands at a pivotal moment. Regardless of political affiliations, it falls upon each of us to shoulder the unshakable duty of fortifying our economy and propelling our nation onward.
International Labour Day
International Labour Day
New Pakistan High Commissioner calls on the Defence Secretary
The newly appointed High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka H.E. Major General Faheem-Ul-Aziz (Retd), paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Apr 30).
National Cadet Corps celebrates 143rd Anniversary
The National Cadet Corps (NCC) which inherits a long and proud history, celebrated its 143rd anniversary at the National Cadet Corps Training Centre, Rantambe recently.
DG INSS Colonel Nalin Herath addressed Regional Seminar in Bangladesh
Overlooking Director General of the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), Director of Media and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence Colonel Nalin Herath delivered a lecture at regional seminar on “Labour Migrants from South Asia: Issues and Concerns” held in Bangladesh on 23 April.
INSS holds webinar on ‘Challenges and opportunities for women in
security and peacekeeping’
The Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), together with the School of Behavioural Forensics (NFSU), India and the European Counter-Terrorism and Security Research Institute (EUCTER), Brussels organized a joint webinar on “The Challenges and opportunities for women in security and peacekeeping” recently, says INSS media.
12th International Meeting of High-Ranking Officials Responsible for
Security Matters Convenes in Saint Petersburg, Russia
High-ranking officials from around the world gathered in Saint Petersburg for the 12th International Meeting on Security Matters from April 22nd to 25th, 2024. This prestigious event serves as a platform for global leaders to discuss and address pressing security challenges facing nations today.
Defence Ministry Staffers join in New Year sweetmeat tradition
before resuming duties
As the Sinhala and Tamil New Year unfolds, traditions take the centre stage. Hence, the Defence Ministry staffers, along with Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne gathered at the Defence Ministry premises and partook in the cherished tradition, ‘New Year sweetmeat table’, in the morning today (Apr 16).
Local multi-day fishing trawler with crystal methamphetamine and heroin worth
more than Rs. 3798 Mn gross street value seized by Navy off south coast
In another successful intelligence operation of the Sri Lanka Navy, a local multi-day fishing trawler (01) carrying a large haul of narcotics, with 06 suspects aboard, were intercepted about 133 nautical miles (about 246 km) off Dondra, south of Sri Lanka. The operation also resulted in the seizure of another local one-day fishing trawler (01) with 04 suspects, believed to have been there to fetch the consignment of narcotics mid-sea. The operation was mounted by deploying Sri Lanka Coast Guard Ship (SLCG) Samudraraksha which made the apprehension on 12th April 2024.
President's New Year Message
The progression of nations, countries and the global community is propelled by the perpetual cycle of renewal, where innovative ideas are nurtured and novel creations come to fruition.
State Minister emphasizes on Defence Collaboration,
a leading key to Economic Revival
"The collaboration and joint R&D with Indian defence industries would lead to the country’s economic revival. The procurement of cost-effective and tailor-made products from India in the last decade has helped protect Sri Lanka’s sovereignty and territorial integrity."
President graces glamorous ‘Bakmaha Ulela’ organized by Defence Ministry
Hon. President Ranil Wickremesinghe graced the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival (Bakmaha Ulela) organized by the Defence Ministry at the Defence Headquarters Complex premises in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte today (April 10).
President Wickremesinghe presents millions worth
electric tricycles to war heroes
With a view to support the mobility of differently-abled war heroes, President Ranil Wickremesinghe distributed 50 electric tricycles among war heroes at a ceremony held at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardanepura, Kotte today (Apr 9).
National Cadet Corps gets new Training Centre
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon declared open the newly established Training Centre of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) amidst the blessings of Venerable Maha Sangha, Hindu, Muslim and Christian religious dignitaries at Mullaitivu on yesterday (Apr 7).
SLAF station Batticaloa enhances education infrastructure
In celebration of the 73rd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Air Force under the theme "Wings of Friendship," the SLAF has undertaken an initiative to refurbish and enhance the infrastructure of 73 selected schools across the Northern and Eastern Provinces.
Scholarships awarded empowering the Future Leaders of the Society
Under the guidance and initiative of Major General M.K.U.P Gunaratne RSP ndu psc IG, the Commander of Security Forces-East, an event was organized to recognize the academic excellence and provide scholarships for two exceptional students who excelled in Grade 5 scholarship examination. The ceremony took place on 5 April 2024 at the Security Forces Headquarters East.