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State Minister Tennakoon chairs discussion on removal of dangerous trees
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon chaired a discussion on preventive action on dangerous trees falling and precautionary measures to mitigate possible hazards in suburban areas at the Disaster Management Center (DMC) in Colombo today (Oct. 11)
Japan has a multifaceted and impactful role in Disaster Risk Management within the IORA - State Minister of Defence
Sri Lanka is highly vulnerable to maritime disasters due to oil spills as Sri Lanka is situated in the busiest Shipping Lane in the IOR and cooperation between Navies and Coast Guards is vital to the management of our risks, said the State Minister Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon while making the opening remarks at a seminar on Disaster Risk Management and Japan’s Role in the IORA, yesterday evening (Oct 10) at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute of International Relations and Strategic Studies (LKI) in Colombo.
11th ‘Galle Dialogue 2023’ begins tomorrow
The 11th ‘Galle Dialogue 2023’ International Maritime Conference, organized by the Sri Lanka Navy in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and Geopolitical Cartographer (GC), will begin tomorrow (Oct. 12) at the Jetwing Lighthouse in Galle.
SL Red Cross Society donates drinking water to flood affected communities
The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) handed over a consignment of fifteen thousand (15,000) bottles of drinking water to State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon today (Oct 10) at the Ministry of Disaster Management intended to be distributed among flood affected communities in the Galle and Matara districts.
Salute to the Sri Lanka Army
On the 74th Army Day best wishes to Commander of the Army, All Ranks, Civil Staff and their families.
State Minister Tennakoon receives UK Minister of State for Indo-Pacific
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon received the Minister of State for Indo-Pacific of the United Kingdom, Hon. Anne-Marie Trevelyan at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) early this morning (Oct. 10).
6th Edition of the Colombo Air Symposium 2023 Lists Off
The Colombo Air Symposium-2023 (CAS), an annual International Academic Forum organized by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), was commenced for the sixth time after a three-year hiatus. Scheduled for two days at the Eagle’s Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall, attended by intellectuals, diplomats, military leaders, policymakers, and technological experts.
State Minister of Defence looks into disaster-affected areas
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon made an observation tour to the disaster-affected areas following the prevailing adverse weather conditions yesterday (Oct 8) in Matara district.
Red landslide warnings to several districts
The National Building Research Organization has issued a Level 3 (Red) landslide warning to several districts.
Condolence message on the earthquake that struck western Afghanistan
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka expresses their deepest condolences to the people of Afghanistan over the loss of lives and all those affected by the devastating earthquake that struck western Afghanistan. We stand in solidarity with people of Afghanistan at this difficult hour.
Regular disaster relief missions are underway by the military forces
There was a risk of breaking the stone embankment which was built under the project ‘Nilwala’ in the Matara Atthudawa area to prevent floods in the city of Matara, due to the bad weather conditions affecting the island. Therefore a constant operation was launched with the participation of more than 100 soldiers from the 61st Brigade of the Sri Lanka Army yesterday (Oct 06) from mid night until this morning, to fortify the embankment.
Condolence message on the drone attack on Syrian Military Academy
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their deepest condolence to the President and people of Syria over the devastating loss of lives in a drone attack on the Syrian Military Academy, during a graduation ceremony in the western city of Homs.
Condolence message on the flash floods in Sikkim, India
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their deepest condolence to the President and people of India over the loss of life and destruction caused by the devastating flash floods in India's mountainous state of Sikkim.
SL Navy provides Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant to LRH
A medical grade Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plant installed by the SL Navy at the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children (LRH) in Colombo was officially declared open by the Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera on Friday (Oct 06), say’s Navy media.
SL Army troops braving the rains rush to assist flood victims
Army troops under 61 Infantry Division are busy providing emergency flood relief assistance to flood victims in several areas in the Southern region.
Rainy weather shows no sign of improvement
The latest weather forecast of the Meteorological Department for tomorrow (07) predicts showers or thundershowers at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and in the Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
Navy continues to assist flood victims
Following adverse weather conditions prevailing in several parts of the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized its flood relief teams in Akuressa, Thihagoda and Kamuburupitiya areas in the Southern Province as of 04th October 2023. These teams are currently engaged in providing assistance to the flood-affected individuals in those regions.
Defence Secretary looks into Kollupitiya tragedy
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne visited the accident site in Kollupitiya today (Oct. 6) to inspect the tragedy in which a tree collapsed on a moving bus travelling from Colombo to Deniyaya.
State Minister looks into the welfare of Katana Veterans’ Home inmates
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, paid a visit to the Veterans’ Home at Bolagala in Katana, yesterday (Oct. 5).
Colonel Nalin Herath RSP assumes duties as Overlooking Director General of INSS
Acting Director (Research) Colonel Nalin Herath at the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) assumed office of overlooking Director General of the INSS on 5th October 2023, following the appointment made by Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne.
Happy World Teachers' Day !
On this World Teachers' Day, we wish for all educators around the globe to be recognized, valued, and empowered in their crucial role in shaping the future. May their dedication and passion continue to inspire generations to come.
President Wickremesinghe inspires graduates to advance Sri Lanka’s future
Despite economic challenges and global competition, President Ranil Wickremesinghe, addressing the General Convocation of Sir John Kotelawala Defence University encouraged graduates to contribute to Sri Lanka’s growth.
State Minister of Defence visits Disaster Management Centre
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon made an observation visit to the Operations Room of the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) in Colombo today (Oct 05).
Korean Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, H.E. Miyon Lee called on Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry at Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Oct. 5).
Medical camp for Ministry staffers
The Welfare Association of the Ministry of Defence organized a medical camp for the Ministry staffers today (Oct 05). The two-day medical camp commenced today morning at the Ministry premises.