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SLN-built new jetty in Mannar declared open
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) constructed a new jetty at the Naval Detachment Vedithalativu in Mannar to further expand operational efficiency of the Navy and declared it open today (Feb 26).
President pledges a new chapter for the field of Military Medicine
Commencing a new chapter in military medicine, a separate unit would be established to send military personnel overseas to help out at the times of health disasters, said President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Friday evening (24).
7th Annual Defence Dialogue between India and Sri Lanka was held recently
7th Annual Defence Dialogue between India and Sri Lanka was held recently in New Delhi, India. A delegation led by General Kamal Gunaratne attended the defence dialogue. Indian Defence Secretary Giridhar Armane and General Kamal Gunaratne chaired the meeting.
SLN receives locally fabricated Combat All-Terrain Vehicles
The Chairman of Ideal Motors, Mr Naleen Welgama handed over 03 locally fabricated Combat All-Terrain Vehicles to Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters on 22nd February 2023.
Children of war veterans receive scholarships under ‘Viru Sisu Pradeepa’ Project
The Phase-2 of the 'Viru Sisu Pradeepa’ scholarship project, initiated by the Army Seva Vanitha Unit (ASVU) at the Army HQ, intending to grant educational relief to students of Army families and deceased and injured War Heroes got underway (23 Feb) at the Army Headquarters.
Leadership Enrichment Programme for INSS Staff
The Institute of National Security Studies conducted a Leadership Enrichment Programme on 17th of February 2023 to empower the members of the staff with the desired acquaintance, which help to master the leadership attributes.
Sri Lanka Army UN Peacekeeper's Mortal Remains Flown Home
The mortal remains of Mali-based UN Peacekeeper of the Sri Lanka Army who recently died of a cardiac arrest while serving the Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) were brought to the island on Wednesday (22 February) afternoon. 6 Sri Lanka Army Service Corps (6 SLASC) troops of his own Regiment received the coffin of late Lance Corporal M.G.L Deshapriya (42) in a military parade.
SLAF Women Won 74th National Wrestling Championship 2023
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Women Wrestlers emerged as Champions at the 74th National Wrestling Championship 2023 held at the Indoor Sport Stadium in Torrington, Colombo recently.
UN Peacekeepers in Mali Salute Remains of Late Lance Corporal M.G.L Deshapriya
Peacekeeping troops of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) on Thursday (16) formally presented a military salute and bid farewell to the late Lance Corporal M.G.L Deshapriya (42) of the 6 Sri Lanka Army Service Corps who had passed away on 11 February 2023 following a sudden cardiac arrest upon admission to the MINUSMA Bamako Level - 3 Hospital.
SL Army rescues stranded tourists at Gerandiella
A group of local tourists who had been held up atop the Gerandiella in Ududumbara mountain range was rescued by Sri Lanka Army troops on Sunday (Feb 19).
SL Navy takes home wrestling championship title
Sri Lanka Navy clinched the championship title at the National Wrestling Championship held in Colombo. According to Navy media sources, Navy men’s wrestling team had won the championship title for the 20th consecutive time.
SLAF doused fire in Badulla
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) doused a large-scale bushfire erupted at the Kandepuhulpola forest area recently.
Indonesian Naval Ship arrives in Colombo
Indonesian Naval Ship KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata -331 arrived at the Port of Colombo on an official visit yesterday (Feb 19).
Discipline and commitment are needed to take charge of a country’s future, says the President while addressing the NCC Colour Presentation Ceremony
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that discipline and commitment are required in order to take charge of a country’s future, and plans will be implemented from next year to take Sri Lanka to a new dimension through a disciplined society.
DSCSC Hosts South Asia International Conference of Commandants - 2023
The second ‘South Asia International Conference of Commandants’ got underway during 14-15 February at the Defence Services Command and Staff College at Sapugaskanda (DSCSC) in collaboration with the Joint Forces Command and Staff College of the United Kingdom. The topics on varied disciplines offered a distinctive glimpse into the current contexts and future of Professional Military Education (PME).
President's Maha Shivaratri Day Message
On the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, I wish to extend my blessed best wishes to all Hindu devotees who are celebrating this auspicious festival with great devotion. This day holds special significance for Hindu the world over the world as they commemorate the sacrifice that Lord Shiva had made to free all living beings from suffering.
Defence Secretary attends annual ‘CISM DAY’ RUN - 2023
The International Military Sport Council (CISM) Day Run organized this year by the Sri Lanka Air Force was held this morning (Feb 18) with the presence of Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Riffle Green Ground in Colombo.
Prime Minister declares open KDU War Memorial
The newly built War Memorial at the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) was declared open by Hon. Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena yesterday (Feb 17).
4th CISM World Military Beach Volleyball Championship - 2023 finals In motion
The grand finals of the 4th CISM World Military Beach Volleyball Championship - 2023 are set to take place on the beach in front of the Goldi Sand Hotel tomorrow (17 February 2023) from 1000hrs onwards.
Defence Secretary visits RALL
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne made a visit at Rakna Arakshaka Lanka Ltd (RALL) at the Suhurupaya Complex in Battaramulla today (Feb 17) and reviewed its progress.
U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defence meets SL State Minister of Defence
and Secretary Defence
The delegation led by U.S. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs (PDASD) Jedidiah P Royal paid a courtesy call on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon and Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne during two separate occasions today (Feb 16).
‘Sindurala’ adjudged best navy ship
Sri Lanka Navy Ship ‘Sindurala’ has been adjudged as the Best Ship in 2022 at the SL Navy’s annual Best Ship competition. According to SL Navy media sources, SLNS Sindurala, SLNS Mihikatha and P 414 have been named as the top performers in the major and minor vessel, and craft categories respectively at the competition.
Beach Volleyball training for Jaffna Youth
The Sri Lanka Army (SLA) troops under the Security Force Headquarters – Jaffna conducted a Beach Volleyball training session at Talaidy Beach recently for the youth in Vadamarachchi - East in the Jaffna peninsula.
Navy flaunts strength and readiness with successful conclusion of CONEX - 2023
The Colombo Naval Exercise (CONEX) 2023 organised by the Sri Lanka Navy for the fifth (05th) time was held at the Colombo Harbour premises and off the western coast from 06th to 12th February 2023. The final exercise of CONEX 2023 was reviewed by the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, on board SLNS Vijayabahu.
4th CISM World Military Beach Volleyball Championship 2023 ceremonially commences at SLAF base, Katunayake
The 4th CISM World Military Beach Volleyball Championship 2023, where the world military members engage in sportsmanship, ceremonially commenced today (12 February 2023) at the Gymnasium premises in Sri Lanka Air Force Base Katunayake with the gracious presence of Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Vice Marshal Roshan Biyanwila.