Events
ICRC local delegation head meets State Minister
Head of the ICRC Delegation in Sri Lanka Severine Chappaz met the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo today (Dec. 05).
SFHQ Central Troops Clear Blocked Rail Track at Ohiya
The upcountry railway operation line running from Colombo to Badulla was obstructed due to an earth-slip near Ohiya railway station during the morning hours on Tuesday (22 November) as a result of the torrential rainfall.
Newly appointed Indian DA meets Defence Secretary
Captain Anand Mukundan who joined the mission as Defence Adviser (DA) to the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, called on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte today (Nov 14).
Defence Secretary strengthens defence cooperation with South Africa
South African High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Sandile Edwin Schalk met Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Nov 10).
Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command
Pacific meets Defence Secretary
Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command Pacific Rear Admiral Jeromy B Williams paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardanepura Kotte, today (Nov. 09).
Army erects a new house for a deserving family in Thambalagamuwa
Sri Lanka Army troops erected a new house for a needy family at Thambalagamuwa recently and vested it in the family of Mr.Chitra Velayudham Lingeshwaram Sharma during a simple ceremony.
33rd IMBL meeting concludes on a successful note
The 33rd annual International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) meeting between the representatives of Sri Lankan and Indian navies was held onboard INS Sumitra in the IMBL situated north of Kankesanthurai on Friday (Nov 03), says SL Navy media.
Colombo Defence Services College student excels in swimming
Buddhima Samadhi Damsarani Senarathne of Defence Services College (DSC), Colombo set a new record clocking 2:45:69 minutes in the under-18 Girls’ 200-meter backstroke event at the recently held All Island National School Games Swimming Championships.
US Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
The United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka Her Excellency Julie Chung met the Sri Lankan Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne on Friday (Oct 27) at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte.
British HC calls on SL State Minister of Defence
The British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka H.E. Andrew Patrick made a call on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo on Tuesday (Oct. 24).
Defence Services College, Colombo Runners-up at
John B. Cull Challenge Trophy 2023
The Boys’ Junior Cadet Platoon of Colombo Defence Services College emerged as Runners-up in the John B. Cull Challenge Trophy 2023 All-Island Junior Cadet Championship held recently at the National Cadet Corps Training Centre, Rantambe.
Ministry staffers donate blood at medical camp
The second phase of the medical camp organized by the Welfare Association of the Ministry of Defence was held today (Oct 19) at the Ministry premises.
Well Deserving Jaffna Family Receives Army-Built 771st House
The record-breaking 771st house in Jaffna was built by troops of the Security Force HQ - Jaffna in Urumpirai for a deserving family with sponsorship provided by ‘Imagine Compassion International Ltd’ in Australia at the request of the Army.
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)
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).
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).
Defence Secretary donates artificial limb to a commando war hero
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne donated an artificial limb to war hero Sergeant Major R.P.C. Dharmapriya at the Ranaviru Seva Authority head office today (Oct. 4). Sgt. Maj. Dharmapriya lost his right leg due to a terrorist landmine during the Operation ‘Akunu Pahara’ launched in the Welioya area.
Outgoing DG - INSS pays farewell call on Defence Secretary
Acting Director General and the Director (Communications and Publications) of the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) Rear Admiral (Retd) Dimuthu Gunawardena paid a courtesy farewell call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Oct 3).
Mullaittivu Commander Joins UN International Day of Peace Ceremony
Major General M.K Jayawardena RSP VSV USP ndu, Commander, Security Forces – Mullaitivu (SF-MLT), together with Hon K. K Masthan, Minister of State for Rural Development attended the United Nations International Day of Peace ceremony as chief guests, organized by the Universal Peace Federation at the Mullaittivu Town Hall on Thursday (21 Sep).
Navy brings ashore 03 distressed local fishermen stranded in Indian waters
following mechanical failure in fishing vessel
The Sri Lanka Navy today (17th September 2023) brought ashore 03 distressed fishermen who were aboard a local fishing trawler, which had capsized after drifting into Indian waters north of Sri Lanka.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lt Colonel (Dr) K. Sutharshan at Army Hospital Bags American's
Inspiring Urologist of the Year Award
The Consultant Genitourinary Surgeon at the Colombo Army Hospital, Lieutenant Colonel (Dr) Kugadas Sutharshan who has earlier entered the Guinness Book by removing the world’s largest and heaviest kidney stone (calculus) has been nominated for ‘American’s Inspiring Urologist of the Year’ award, presented by United Research Council of the USA on Wednesday (23 August).