Events
New Indian Assistant DA Meets Defence Secretary
The newly appointed Assistant Defence Advisor at the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka, Lieutenant Colonel Mandeep Singh Negi made a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte, Today (Dec 20).
Newly appointed Bangladesh DA calls on Defence Secretary
The newly appointed Bangladesh Defence Advisor (DA), Commodore M Moniruzzaman paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte, today (Dec 20).
Australian Defence Advisor makes farewell call on Defence Secretary
The outgoing Defence Advisor of the Australian High Commission in Colombo, Captain Ian Cain made his farewell call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Dec 13).
Outgoing Pakistan High Commissioner meets Defence Secretary
The outgoing High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri Lanka, Major General Umar Farooq Burki (Retd) made a farewell call on to Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Dec 13).
Australian High Commissioner and Defence Secretary talk on
strengthening border cooperation
A delegation led by Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, H.E. Paul Stephens met Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Dec 12) and had a cordial discussion.
‘Sri Lanka too is on a journey to achieve greater heights' – Defence Secretary
‘Military, traditionally associated with battle has played a crucial role in safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Sri Lanka. Our own experience fighting against the ruthless terrorist organization for nearly three decades has showcased both successful military leadership and instances where the leaders fell short in the battle field’.
Director Public Policy South and Central Asia of Meta meets State Minister
The Director Public Policy South and Central Asia of Meta Sarim Aziz met the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premita Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo today (Dec. 07).
Army continues carrying out community projects in North
Sri Lanka Army troops of 4 Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps (SLAMC) organized a blood donation campaign at its camp premises in Jaffna recently.
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.