News
The Deputy Minister of Defence Addresses the Higher ranking Officers of the
Sri Lanka Army
The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), paid an official visit to the Sri Lanka Army Headquarters, yesterday (10 October). Arriving at the Army Headquarters on the 76th Army Anniversary, the Deputy Minister was warmly received by the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo and accorded a ceremonial welcome.
Sri Lanka Hosts UN Peacekeeping Roundtable on the Future of
Global Peace Operations
The Ministry of Defence, Sri Lanka, in collaboration with the United Nations, convened a High-level Roundtable Discussion on “The Next Generation of Peacekeeping Operations and Sri Lanka’s Potential Contributions”, at the Defence Ministry on 09th October (2025).
Pakistan NRTC Delegation Meets the Deputy Minister of Defence
A delegation from the National Radio and Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) of Pakistan met the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo, today (10 October).
Preliminary Meeting on the Handing Over of the Custodianship of Sandahiru Seya
to the Atamasthanaya Held in Anuradhapura
A preliminary discussion on handing over the custody of the Sandahiru Seya to the Atamasthana was held yesterday (October 09) in Anuradhapura under the patronage of the Atamasthanadhipathi, the Chief Sanghanayake of Nuwarakalaviya, Shrastrapathi, the Most Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero, and the Chief Incumbent of Ruwanweli Seya and Chancellor of the Rajarata University, Most Venerable Pandita Ethalewatunuwewe Gnanathilaka Thero.
Sri Lanka Army 76th Anniversary
Best Wishes From Ministry of Defence
Best Wishes From Ministry of Defence
NRTC Delegation from Pakistan Meets the Defence Secretary
A delegation from the National Radio and Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC) of Pakistan met the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (08 October).
The Deputy Minister of Defence Addresses the Senior Officers of the Sri Lanka Navy
The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), paid an official visit to the Sri Lanka Navy Headquarters in Colombo yesterday (07 October).
ICRC Head of the Delegation in Colombo Meets the Defence Secretary
The Head of Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Sri Lanka, Ms. Angelique Appeyroux, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte today (7 October).
MOD Seva Vanitha Unit Organizes a Special Tour for Thalassemia Children to Mark The World Children’s Day
In commemoration of the World Children’s Day, the Seva Vanitha Unit (SVU) of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) organized a special guided tour for the children receiving treatment at the Thalassemia ward of Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital today (5 October).
Defence Secretary Chairs the Audit and Management
Committee for the 3rd Quarter - 2025
The Audit and Management Committee for the 3rd Quarter of 2025, chaired by the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), was held at the Ministry of Defence.
Defence Secretary Attends Resuming of Seaplane Operations at Beira Lake
The resuming of seaplane operations at Colombo’s Beira Lake was held today (3 October), with the Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) attending the event at the Beira waterfront this morning.
Defence Secretary Attends Korean National Foundation Day
Celebration in Colombo
Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) graced the Korean National Foundation Day ceremony held at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, today (2 October).
Deputy Minister of Defence Addresses Senior Officers of the
Sri Lanka Air Force
The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), paid an official visit to the Air Force Headquarters at the DHQC in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte today (01 October).
The Day of German Unity - 2025 celebrated in Colombo
The Day of German Unity was celebrated in Colombo this evening (30 September) at the Hilton Hotel, Colombo organized by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Sri Lanka. The event marked the 34th anniversary of German reunification, symbolizing unity and progress.
Disaster Management Centers' Quarter - Based Integrated Progress Review Meeting Held at the Ministry of Defence
The Quarter-Based Integrated Progress Review Meeting for the Disaster Management Centre, relating to the Second Quarter of 2025, was held today (30 September) at the Ministry of Defence. The meeting was co - chaired by the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) and the Director General of the Department of Project Management and Monitoring of the Ministry of Finance, Mr. S.S. Mudalige.
Defence Secretary Co - Chairs Quarter Based Integrated Progress Review Meeting of the Ministry of Defence
The Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), co-chaired the Quarter Based Integrated Progress Review Meeting 2025 for the Second Quarter of the Ministry of Defence yesterday (29 September) at the Ministry auditorium, together with Mr. S.S. Mudalige, Director General of the Department of Project Management and Monitoring of the Ministry of Finance.
Defence Secretary Graces the 18th International Research Conference of KDU
Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), graced the inauguration of the 18th International Research Conference (IRC) of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) as the chief guest, today (30 September).
Steps Taken to Enforce the Law against Individuals Using Prohibited and Illegally Produced “Hakka Patas” and “Cheena Patas”
It has been reported that an illegal explosive called "Cheena Patas" is being produced in some parts of the island using raw materials and other chemicals issued for the firecracker and fireworks industry.
Defence Secretary Graces 81st Anniversary Celebration of the SLESA
The 81st Anniversary Celebration of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen's Association (SLESA) was held today (28 September) at the Grand Maitland Reception Hall in Colombo, with the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), attending as the Chief Guest.
Audit and Management Committee of the Land Slide
Mitigation Project Convenes at DMC
The Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) participated the Audit and Management Committee (AMC) meeting of the Reduction of Landslide Vulnerability by Mitigation Measures (RLVMM) project, yesterday (26 September) at the Disaster Management Center (DMC).
Saudi Military Attaché Calls on the Defence Secretary
The Military Attaché to the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in New Delhi and Colombo, Captain (Navy) Hussain Othman Al kowaileet, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (26 September).
Egyptian Ambassador Meets the Defence Secretary
The Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Sri Lanka, H.E. Adel Ibrahim, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (26 September).
76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China
The 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China was celebrated yesterday (25 September) at the City of Dreams Colombo, with the participation of a distinguished gathering of dignitaries.
Poppy Flower Pinned on Defence Secretary
A Poppy Flower was ceremonially pinned on Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) when a delegation of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) met him at the Defence Ministry, today (25 September).
French Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
Ambassador of France to Sri Lanka H.E. Rémi Lambert made a call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha, at the Defence Ministry today (25 September).