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SLN nabs cannabis worth over Rs. 26 million with 05 suspects
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) during a special raid conducted in Suhandipuram, Pudukuduirippu in Mullaitivu has recovered a haul of cannabis worth 26 million rupees and nabbed five suspects yesterday (Dec 30).
Hasalaka Gamini, a legend of eternal heroism
Whenever we hear the area 'Hasalaka' in Kandy, we are often reminded of this heroic character. There is a popular Sinhala song too composed for him - 'Sithunada sithuwada weeraya hasalaka……' sung by a Sri Lankan singer. So, Hasalaka Gamini Kularatne needs no introduction at all as we all know who he is.
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Four naval personnel recognized by IMO for their bravery at sea
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne presented certificates of commendation under the ‘IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea - 2021’ to 04 naval personnel, during a special ceremony held at the Auditorium of Naval and Maritime Academy, Trincomalee recently.
Private Security sector is an emerging field - Defence Secretary
The Private Security Industry is an emerging industry and the support given by the Industry is immense as they are contributing to national security, said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne last evening (Dec 29).
First Group of 8th SLA contingent leaves to serve UNMISS Bound South Sudan
The first group of the 8th Army contingent of the Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps (SLAMC) left to serve United Nations Peace-Keeping Mission in South Sudan’s Level-2 Hospital (UNMISS) today (Dec 29).
Army-built house vested in a needy family in Batticaloa
Sri Lanka Army-constructed new house was vested in a needy family of Mrs A M Nandani in Mangalagama, Keviliyamadu in Batticaloa recently during a house warming ceremony graced by Commander Security Forces - East Maj. Gen. Lal Chandrasiri.
Navy continues its environment protection initiatives
About 1200 plants including mangroves were planted along the Panama lagoon and the adjoining areas by Naval troops during a tree planting campaign carried out on Monday (Dec 27).
Army to cultivate coconut in 200 acres in Kuttigala
Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps (SLAGSC) detachment in Kuttigala launched its 2nd stage of the Coconut Cultivation Project by planting saplings in an extent of 200 acres.
Rwanda and Kotelawala Defence University sign MOU
The Republic of Rwanda has renewed a MOU with the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) to admit suitably qualified Rwandan students into KDU’s degree programmes.
Christmas Message
Christmas, signifying the Nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ, is a noble religious feast that rejoices, bringing love and peace not only for Christians in Sri Lanka and across the world, but for all mankind.
Strict and prompt action being taken by the GoSL under the auspices of the
Ministry of Defence to combat Human Trafficking
Through a policy decision taken by the Cabinet of Ministers in July this year, the Chairmanship of the Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force was shifted from the Ministry of Justice to the Ministry of Defence,
7th UNMISS contingent in South Sudan completes its tenure
The 7th UNMISS contingent at SRIMED Level 2 UN Hospital in Bor, South Sudan marking its successful completion of the one-year mission in the UN presented a military parade to its Contingent Commander recently before arriving in Sri Lanka.
Press Release
Ministry of Defence denied the circulation of false details published on social media and certain media regarding alleged mining in the seas off the coast of Batticaloa by a barge that had been anchored a few days ago due to facing an emergency following a fuel shortage during the ship’s expedition from UAE to Bangladesh.
KDU opens Geospatial Laboratory to facilitate Spatial Sciences
A fully-fledged Geospatial Laboratory was declared open for the Department of Spatial Sciences of the Faculty of Built Environment and Spatial Sciences of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) at the Southern Campus, Sooriyawewa recently.
SLN renovates computer laboratory of Howpe Maha Vidyalaya
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN)- renovated computer laboratory of Howpe Maha Vidyalaya was handed over to the School authorities recently.
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas
Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa Memorial Oration 2021
Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) organized the Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa Inaugural Memorial Oration on 16th of December 2021 from 1500hrs to 1700hrs at the auditorium of Suhurupaya building, Battaramulla with the participation of Mrs. Lali Kobbekaduwa and family members of late Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa, Secretaries to the Ministries, Navy Commander, Tri forces, Police, Intelligence Services, Defence Attaches to Sri Lanka, academia and resource pool of INSS. General Kamal Gunaratne (Retd.) WWV RWP RSP USP ndc psc MPhil, Secretary - Ministry of Defence and the State Ministry of National Security graced the inaugural memorial oration as the Chief Guest.
SLAF women’s team wins 69th National Life Saving Championship
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) women’s team won the 69th National Lifesaving Championship organized by the Sir Lanka Lifesaving Association at the Lifesaving Headquarters in Mount Lavinia recently (Dec 18).
Air Force hands over aircraft to Moratuwa University
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has hand over a Mig-27 aircraft to the Moratuwa University. SLAF media reports, the aircraft was presented to the Moratuwa University with the view to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the Sri Lanka Air Force and the University of Moratuwa.
Inauguration of BRAC, a great leap forward in SL history
Fulfilling a long felt need in the country, Border Risk Assessment Centre (BRAC) in Sri Lanka was ceremonially inaugurated today (Dec 20) jointly by Australian Minister for Home Affairs Hon. Karen Andrews and Minister of Irrigation, State Minister of National Security and Disaster Management and State Minister of Home Affairs Hon. Chamal Rajapaksa at the Suhurupaya building complex in Battaramulla.
SLN plants 100,000 mangrove saplings
Sri Lanka Navy commenced planting of over 100,000 mangrove saplings along the lagoon area from Chilaw to Malwathu Oya covering estuaries and banks, last Saturday (Dec 18).
SLMA gifted the Nation with 316 new Officers
316 brave sons and daughters of the country received the President’s Commission during a dignified Passing Out Parade (POP) held today (Dec 19) at Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA), Diyatalawa with HE the President, Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces Gotabaya Rajapaksa gracing as the Chief Guest.
Army Officer Career Development Centre renamed as ‘Army War College
Sri Lanka Army’s Officer Career Development Centre (OCDC) in Buttala has been renamed as the 'Army War College'.
Don’t ruin your lives through drugs or unnecessary acts – Defence Secretary requests students
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne said that our children should be duly guided and prevented from falling prey to drugs, unnecessary affairs, misuse of mobile phones and social media while stating that over 3000 such cases are to be investigated. Legal action has been taken against 70 such cases during the last month alone.
PNS ‘Tughril’ departs island after successful naval exercise
The Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) ‘Tughril’ which arrived at the port of Colombo on an official visit on 13th December 2021, set sail from the island after a successful naval exercise with Sri Lanka Navy on 16th December.