Events
New Asst. Indian DA meets Defence Secretary
The recently appointed Assistant Defence Advisor to the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, Lt. Col. Puneet Sushil made a call on the Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry, today (Jan 08).
'Deegawapiya Trust Fund' received 1.6 million
South Korean-based ‘Sri Lankarama Buddhist Association’ donated a cheque worth of Rs 1.6 million to the Deegawapiya Trust Fund at the Defence Ministry today (Jan 08).
Bangladesh Defence Attaché meets Defence Secretary
The Bangladesh Defence Attaché of the High Commission of Bangladesh in Sri Lanka, Commodore Md Shafiul Bari met the Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry today (Jan 05).
“Emergence of LTTE activists in Front Organizations and Propaganda”- INSSSL
Institute of National Security Studies Sri Lanka (INSSSL); think tank on national security functioning under the aegis of Ministry of Defence, organized a ‘Threat Lens’ a closed door discussion under the theme of “Emergence of LTTE activists in front organizations and propaganda” on 23rd December 2020 at the main auditorium in the Ministry of Defence.
State Minister and Defence Secretary launched e-Land Registry System
Fulfilling one more service envisioned by HE the President, the e-Land Registry system was ceremonially launched today (Jan 04) at Registrar General’s office in Colombo.
State Minister and Defence Secretary inaugurate Asst. Registrar Gen. Office in Colombo District
Secretary to the Defence Ministry and Internal Security, Home Affairs and Disaster Management State Ministry, Gen. (Retd.) Kamal Gunaratne graced the inauguration of Assistant Registrar General’s Colombo District Office and its Central Record Room located at Pannipitiya, today (Jan 04).
ACM ‘Paddy Mendis’ Felicitated
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne graced a ceremony organized to felicitate a living legend of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Desamanya Pathman Mendis, at the Air Force Base, Ratmalana yesterday (Jan 1).
Turkish Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
Her Excellency R. Demet Sekercioglu, Ambassador of Turkey for Sri Lanka, made a courtesy call on Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry, today (Jan 01).
My determination is to make ‘Productive Citizens’ from this Ministry – Defence Secretary
The Defence Ministry celebrated the dawn of the New Year amidst religious blessings today (Jan 1, 2021).
NCC new Director receives letter of appointment
Maj. Gen. (Retd) PWB Jayasundara has been appointed as the 13th Director of National Cadet Corps (NCC).
Defence Secretary pays homage to Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne paid homage to the sacred omniscient tooth relic at the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, today (Dec 29).
Defence Ministry receives personal protective kits
South Korea-based Sri Lankarama Buddhist Association donated a stock of personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Defence Ministry today (Dec 24).
French Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
His Excellency Eric Lavertu, Ambassador of France for Sri Lanka and the Maldives made a courtesy call on Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry, today (Dec 23).
Deegawapi Stupa Restoration Fund receives Rs. 5 million worth donation
Chief Prelate of the ‘Sri Sambodhi Viharaya’ and Chairperson of 'Bauddhaya' TV Channel Ven. Boralande Wajiragnana Thero donated Rs. 5 million to the Deegawapi Stupa restoration project at the Defence Ministry today (Dec 23).
Sandahiru Seya Project receives USD 45,460 from Chinese Embassy
The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka donated USD 45,460.00 for the Sandahiru Stupa construction project which is in progress under the purview of the Defence Ministry on Dec 07.
No excuse to say “there is no time”
Time restrictions won’t be an issue to produce a sound artwork/writing, said the Defence Secretary and the Secretary of the State Ministry of National Security, Home Affairs and Disaster Management Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne while citing an example from his eventful diary and number of books published to date.
Army’s Way Forward Strategy 2020-2025 launched today
Sri Lanka Army Way Forward Strategy 2020-2025 (SLAWFS) was ceremonially launched today ( Dec 22) at the Army Headquarters with the gracious presence of the Principal Advisor to HE the President Mr. Lalith Weeratunga as the Chief Guest.
Chinese Embassy donates Rs. 25 million to Defence Ministry to fight against COVID-19
The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka donated Rs. 25 million to the Defence Ministry on 15 December to be utilized to purchase equipment and materials required for the military personnel to fight against the COVID -19.
Maj. Gen. Jagath Alwis assumes office as the Secretary to the Public Security Ministry
Maj. Gen. (Retd) Jagath Alwis assumed duties as the Secretary to the Ministry of Public Security at the Ministry premises in Battaramulla today (Dec 14).
Renowned novelist Gunarathna Ekanayake met Defence Secretary
An Award-winning novelist, writer and a drama producer Gunarathna Ekanayake presented five books authored by him to Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne during a function held at the Defence Ministry premises today (Dec 10).
Russian Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Yury Materiy met the Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Ministry today (09 Dec).
Ranaviru Seva Authority introduces welfare measures
INSEE Cement under the aegis of Ranaviru Sewa Authority (RVSA) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Sri Lanka Navy and Air Force to provide cement bags to the respective service personnel under a concessionary price at the Defence Ministry today (07 Dec).
New IGP pays courtesy call on Defence Secretary
Inspector General of Police (IGP) C.D. Wickramaratne paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry today (Dec 2).
Pirith chanting at Independent Square for 21 days invokes blessings for all
A pirith chanting ceremony attended by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa began at the Independent Square in Colombo, yesterday evening (18) and pirith chanting will continue for 21 days.
Defence Secretary compliments Prime Minister for his Birthday today (18)
Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunarathne graced a religious ceremony held to invoke blessings on Hon. Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on his 75th Birthday at the Narahenpita Abayaramaya Temple today (18).