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Navy launches beach cleaning programme to coincide
with International Coastal Clean-up Day
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) conducted a beach cleaning campaign at Port City Beach on Sept 16, with the endorsement of the Chief of Staff to the President and National Security Advisor, Mr. Sagala Ratnayaka, and Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera.
Acting Minister of Defence graced Sri Lanka Red Cross’ Stakeholder Night - 2023
Acting Minister of Defence Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon attended the Stakeholder Night - 2023 of Sri Lanka Red Cross Society at Hilton hotel Colombo yesterday (14).
Army initiates Drug Prevention Awareness Programme at Kattankudy
Sri Lanka Army’s Security Force HQ - East (SFHQ-E) initiated a Drug Prevention Awareness Programme at Kattankudy Madhya Maha Vidyalaya recently with the aim of keeping both students and civilians informed of dangers of narcotics and its use.
Inclement weather may continue further
The inclement weather experienced in the country is likely to continue as the Met. Department forecasts more rain in several parts of the country.
Condolence Message on the floods in Libya
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their deepest condolences to the President and people of Libya over the loss of life and destruction caused by the devastating floods in the country. We stand in solidarity with the people of Libya at this difficult hour.
Civil Security Department celebrates its 17th Anniversary
The Civil Security Department (CSD) celebrated its 17th Anniversary with pride under the auspices of CSD Director General Air Vice Marshal Roshan Senaka Bianwila at the CSD Headquarters premises on 13 September.
19th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting
Strengthens Regional Maritime Security and Cooperation
At a gathering of maritime leaders from various parts of Asia, the Director General of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard Rear Admiral Pujitha Vithana made a noteworthy presence at the Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) held in Istanbul, Turkey from 5th to 8th September 2023.
State Minister Premitha Bandara Tennakoon appointed
as Acting Minister of Defence
Four State Ministers including the State Minister of Defence have been appointed as Acting Ministers, with effect from today (13).
UNIFIL medal parade in Lebanon appreciates Sri Lankan contingent’s contribution
The ceremonial medal awarding parade of the 14th Sri Lanka Force Protection Company (SLFPC) in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) got underway at Soedirman camp in Greenhill at the UNIFIL HQ premises in Naquora on Wednesday (6 Sept).
New Vice Chancellor of KDU receives greetings from the
State Minister of Defence
The newly appointed Vice Chancellor (VC) of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara made his maiden call on the State Minister of Defence, Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at the State Ministry of Defence situated in Colombo today (Sep 11).
Rains predicted over several parts of the country
The prevailing rainy weather is likely to continue with the Met. Department forecasting rains over several parts of the country. According to the latest weather forecast issued by the Met. Department today (Sep 11) morning showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and the Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
Condolence Message on the earthquake in Morocco
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their heartfelt condolences to the Moroccan King and Citizens on the tragic loss of lives in the earthquake on Friday night. We stand in solidarity with the people of Morocco at this difficult hour.
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE: OFFICIAL REBUTTAL TO CHANNEL 4'S REPREHENSIBLE
ALLEGATIONS REGARDING THE EASTER SUNDAY ATTACK
In the face of a heinous and merciless assault that shook the world - the Easter Sunday Attack of 2019 - which claimed the lives of nearly 270 innocent souls, including children and foreigners, Sri Lanka and the International Community watched in horror. In the wake of this catastrophe, the Sri Lankan Government, its Law Enforcement Agencies, Security Forces and international investigation agencies launched exhaustive investigations. Over the years, these investigations, both local and international, have consistently pointed to ISIS-affiliated group members led by Zahran Hashim as the architects of this horrifying tragedy.
Defence Secretary recalls Pakistan’s unwavering support
The 58th Pakistan Defence and Martyr Day ceremony hosted by the Pakistan envoy in Sri Lanka HE Major General (Retd) Umar Farooq Burki was held at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo, yesterday (Sep 07), with the gracious presence of the Sri Lankan Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne as the Chief Guest.
16th International Research Conference of KDU begins
The 16th International Research Conference (IRC) of the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) commenced at the KDU Auditorium in Ratmalana, today (07 September) with the gracious presence of the Chief of Staff to the President and National Security Advisor Sri Lanka, Hon. Sagala Ratnayaka as the Chief Guest.
President Wickremesinghe Presides over Defence Secretary
Kamal Gunaratne’s book launch
In an illustrious event held at Kularatne Hall, Ananda College, Colombo, under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe, the launch ceremony of two new literary works, “Tharage Agamanaya” and “Kadol Aththu” (translation) and an enchanting song titled “Ehe Kanduleli,” all authored by General Kamal Gunaratne (retired), Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, took place yesterday (06).
SLAF Heavy Lifters in the Skies celebrates 66th Anniversary
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) No. 2 Heavy Transport Squadron established on 01 September 1957, at SLAF Base Katunayake celebrated its 66th Anniversary on 01 September 2023.
NCC spreads its wings under Defence State Minister’s patronage
Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, State Minister of Defence ceremonially took over the Training Facility in Mullaitivu hitherto used by Sri Lanka Army (SLA) on 04 September, in order to setup the National Cadet Corps (NCC) wing in Mullaitivu.
NBRO issues Red Alert landslide warning to Eheliyagoda
A Level 3 (Red) landslide early warning has been issued to areas in the Eheliyagoda Divisional Secretariat Division in Ratnapura.
Colonel Nalin Herath assumes office as Director (Research) of INSS
The newly appointed Director (Research) of the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) Colonel Nalin Herath assumed office during a simple ceremony at the INSS office at Suhurupaya in Battaramulla today (Sep 04).
Defence Secretary extends good wishes to new KDU Vice Chancellor
The newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara made his maiden call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry at Battaramulla today (Sep 04).
Army troops clean Sakkotte Beach in Jaffna
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) troops under command to the Security Force HQ - Jaffna cleaned Sakkote beach patch in Jaffna recently with a view to preserve the beach.
SLESA celebrates its 79th Anniversary
The Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) celebrated its 79th Anniversary with the gracious presence of Defence Secretary, General Kamal Gunaratne yesterday (03 Sept) at Attidiya Eagles' Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall. General Gunaratne was warmly welcomed by Major General Upul Perera (Retd) President of the SLESA when he arrived at the venue.
Landslide early warnings
Landslide early warnings Issued to Galle, Kalutara, Kegalle and Ratnapura Districts...
INS ‘Delhi’ arrives in Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) ‘Delhi’ arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (01st September 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval tradition.