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Ebola drugs show ‘90% survival rate’ in breakthrough trial
Ebola may soon be a "preventable and treatable" disease after a trial of two drugs showed significantly improved survival rates, scientists have said.
Lifesaving workshops for civilian communities in Gampaha
With a view to educate the civilians, especially the fishing communities on water safety, drowning prevention and first aid, a series of lifesaving and drowning prevention awareness workshops was conducted by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard Life Saving Training School, recently.
Troops assist to upgrade Preschool in Mullaithivu
Sri Lanka Army troops in Mullaithivu extended their support to develop the outdoor play facility of the pre-school in Kaleiwanai.
MLO chairs Defence Attachés meeting
The bi-annual Defence Attachés meeting was held at the Ministry of Defence on 08th August (2019).
The President’s Hajj Message
Hajj pilgrimage marks the concluding event of the compulsory religious practices of Islam 'Hajj means visiting a sacred place. This can be called as the global congregation of all Islam devotees bonded in peace ant brotherhood .
Navy's contribution to maintain a clean and beautiful coastal line
As another step of beach cleaning, a cleaning campaign was conducted along the Thalaimannar beach on 10th August 2019.
Secretary visits East
Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV usp ndu arrived in the East making an inspection visit with a view to look into the security forces deployment and the prevailing situation in the Eastern region on, today (10 Saturday August 2019). This is his first official visit to the region since assuming office as Secretary Defence.
INSSSL conducts Round Table discussion
A round table discussion was conducted by the Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka (INSSSL) at its Auditorium at Suhurupaya in Battaramulla, Friday evening (09 August 2019).
China on red alert as Typhoon Lekima bears down on east coast
Typhoon Lekima is currently battering Taiwan with winds of more than 190km/h (120mph) and is due to make landfall in China's Zhejiang province on Saturday.
President meets Prime Minister of Cambodia
President Maithripala Sirisena, who is on a state visit to Cambodia, held a meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Mr. Samdech Akka Moha Sena Pakdei Techo HUN SEN today (08th) afternoon.
Weather reports forecast strong winds
The Department of Meteorology has warned of possible sudden increase in winds in several parts of the country
Delegation meets Secretary for discussion on the operation of drones
Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV usp ndu met a delegation for a discussion on the operation of drones at the Ministry, last evening (08th August 2019).
Secretary meets delegation of domestic aviation sector
Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV usp ndu met a delegation of domestic aviation sector including representatives of the Owners and Operators Association for a discussion at the Ministry, last evening (08th August 2019).
President receives grand welcome at Cambodian Royal Palace
Cambodia stands firmly together with Sri Lanka in further cementing bilateral relations in economic, trade, social as well as the renaissance of Buddhism, His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boronmeath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia said.
President commenced state visit to Cambodia
On an invitation extended by the Government of Cambodia, President Maithripala Sirisena began his four-day state visit to the Southeast Asian nation today (7) with the aim of further strengthening bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Cambodia.
27th Death Anniversary of late Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa
The 27th death anniversary of the late Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa falls today (08th August).
Kilinochchi troops extend hospitality to devotees making
A group of pilgrims making the "Paada Yathra" to attend the annual feast at Matha Church in Mulankavil were received by troops of Security Forces Headquarters - Kilinochchi upon its arrival in Kilinochchi.
Critically ill local fisherman brought ashore for treatment
A local fisherman who was in a critical condition due to a cobra bite at the Iranathivu island was brought ashore for treatment by Navy troops on Tuesday (06). According to Navy media, naval personnel at the Iranathivu detachment has observed the fisherman in distress and had informed higher authorities.
INSSSL Annual Lecture Series feature Late Colonel Fazly Laphir
Another segment of the Annual Lecture Series of the Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka (INSSSL) was conducted at the Auditorium at Suhurupaya in Battaramulla, today (07 August 2019).
New Zealand HC meets Secretary
The High Commissioner of New Zealand H E Mrs. Joanna Kempkers made a call on the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General SHS Kottegoda (Rtd) WWV RWP RSP VSV usp ndu at the Ministry, today (07 August 2019).
Esala Perahera continues amidst special security arrangements
The annual Esala Perahera which commenced on Monday (05 August) will enter its third day, today (07). Tight security measures are in place with sufficient numbers of Tri Forces, Police, Special Task Force and Civil Defence Department personnel being deployed for security operations.
House for needy family in Jaffna
A deserving family in Jaffna was gifted with a new house, built by Sri Lanka Army troops in Jaffna. According to Army media, the house was handed over to the beneficiary family of Mrs Rajaraththiram Jayakumari during a ceremony held at Kodikamam in Jaffna on Monday (05 August, 2019).
Colombo Defence Seminar- 2019 in August
The Colombo Defence Seminar- 2019 is to be held at the tail end of this month (August) in Colombo. According to Army media, the premier annual two-day international defence conference organized by the Sri Lanka Army will begin at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) on the 29th morning and will conclude with the conclusion ceremony the next day (30).
KDU Southern Campus gets new Auditorium
Adding yet another feature to the expanding Southern Campus of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), a new auditorium was declared open on Sunday (04 August 2019). According to Navy media, the new facility was declared open by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Piyal De Silva.
Those who did not attempt to bring forth laws to prevent terrorism now try to repeal the death sentence – President
Certain segments who did not heed to the concerns of society to formulate stronger and tougher laws to eradicate terrorism in the aftermath of tragic incidents that took place on April 21st are now in a rush to bring laws to repeal the death punishment, President MaithripalaSirisena said.