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Inclement weather to continue further- Met. Department
The Met. Department says the prevailing showery condition in the South-western parts of the country is expected to continue further.
Condolence message on the suicide attack in the Pakistani province of Balochistan
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their deepest condolences
Navy relief teams on high alert for possible flood emergency
As the inclement weather is looming, the Sri Lanka Navy today (28th September 2023) deployed relief teams in certain areas in the Southern Province, to provide assistance and support to those who may be affected by flood.
‘Mihidan Nowu Minisa' launched in Colombo
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne gracing a book launching ceremony held at the Auditorium of the Rock House Camp, Sri Lanka Armoured Corps, Mattakkuliya yesterday (Sep 28) unveiled ‘Mihidan Nowu Minisa’ a literary triumph of a serving military officer Brig. Ranjan Wijedasa.
President's Milad-un- Nabi Message
My greetings to the Muslim community in Sri Lanka and around the world, observing Milad Un Nabi, being the auspicious occasion commemorating the birth anniversary of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, founder of Islam.
Rainy weather to enhance during the coming days - Met. Department
The Department of Meteorology in its latest weather forecast issued this morning (Sep 27) has predicted heavy rains in several areas in the country. The report indicates the present showery condition in the South-western parts of the country may enhance up to some extent during the next few days.
Hundreds of SL Coast Guard personnel join hands on
HACGAM Beach Cleaning Day
The Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) conducted a beach cleaning programme spanning four Coast Guard Regions in parallel to the Head of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) Beach Cleaning Day recently (Sep 23) says the coastguard media.
Poppy Flower pinned on State Minister of Defence
A Poppy Flower was ceremonially pinned on State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon by President of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen's Association (SLESA) Major General Upul Perera (Retd), today (Sep 25).
Outgoing Bangladesh Defence Attaché meets SL Defence Secretary
Commodore M.D. Shafiul Bari, Defence Attaché of the High Commission of Bangladesh for Sri Lanka, paid his courtesy farewell call to the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Sep 25).
President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s Address at the UNGA: Sri Lanka’s Journey to Rebuild Trust and Global Solidarity
President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed the UN General Assembly in New York yesterday (21) which reflected on the theme of “Rebuilding trust and reigniting solidarity” and its relevance to Sri Lanka’s recent challenges.
Slim Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd donates 500 Face Shields
The Slim Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd donated a package of Anti-Fog Face Shields to the Defence Ministry Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne symbolically at a function held at the Ministry, yesterday (Sep 21).
Met. Department forecasts more rain
The latest weather forecast of the Meteorology Department issued today morning (Sep 20) predict showers at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts while fairly heavy showers above 50mm can be expected at some places.
Poppy Flower pinned on Defence Secretary
The Poppy Flower was ceremonially pinned on Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne by President of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen's Association (SLESA) Major General Upul Perera (Retd) today (Sep 19).
Acting Minister of Defence graced Sri Lanka Red Cross’ Stakeholder Night - 2023
Acting Minister of Defence Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon attended the Stakeholder Night - 2023 of Sri Lanka Red Cross Society at Hilton hotel Colombo yesterday (14).
Army initiates Drug Prevention Awareness Programme at Kattankudy
Sri Lanka Army’s Security Force HQ - East (SFHQ-E) initiated a Drug Prevention Awareness Programme at Kattankudy Madhya Maha Vidyalaya recently with the aim of keeping both students and civilians informed of dangers of narcotics and its use.
Inclement weather may continue further
The inclement weather experienced in the country is likely to continue as the Met. Department forecasts more rain in several parts of the country.
Condolence Message on the floods in Libya
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their deepest condolences to the President and people of Libya over the loss of life and destruction caused by the devastating floods in the country. We stand in solidarity with the people of Libya at this difficult hour.
19th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting
Strengthens Regional Maritime Security and Cooperation
At a gathering of maritime leaders from various parts of Asia, the Director General of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard Rear Admiral Pujitha Vithana made a noteworthy presence at the Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) held in Istanbul, Turkey from 5th to 8th September 2023.
State Minister Premitha Bandara Tennakoon appointed
as Acting Minister of Defence
Four State Ministers including the State Minister of Defence have been appointed as Acting Ministers, with effect from today (13).
UNIFIL medal parade in Lebanon appreciates Sri Lankan contingent’s contribution
The ceremonial medal awarding parade of the 14th Sri Lanka Force Protection Company (SLFPC) in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) got underway at Soedirman camp in Greenhill at the UNIFIL HQ premises in Naquora on Wednesday (6 Sept).
New Vice Chancellor of KDU receives greetings from the
State Minister of Defence
The newly appointed Vice Chancellor (VC) of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara made his maiden call on the State Minister of Defence, Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at the State Ministry of Defence situated in Colombo today (Sep 11).
Rains predicted over several parts of the country
The prevailing rainy weather is likely to continue with the Met. Department forecasting rains over several parts of the country. According to the latest weather forecast issued by the Met. Department today (Sep 11) morning showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and the Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
Condolence Message on the earthquake in Morocco
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their heartfelt condolences to the Moroccan King and Citizens on the tragic loss of lives in the earthquake on Friday night. We stand in solidarity with the people of Morocco at this difficult hour.
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE: OFFICIAL REBUTTAL TO CHANNEL 4'S REPREHENSIBLE
ALLEGATIONS REGARDING THE EASTER SUNDAY ATTACK
In the face of a heinous and merciless assault that shook the world - the Easter Sunday Attack of 2019 - which claimed the lives of nearly 270 innocent souls, including children and foreigners, Sri Lanka and the International Community watched in horror. In the wake of this catastrophe, the Sri Lankan Government, its Law Enforcement Agencies, Security Forces and international investigation agencies launched exhaustive investigations. Over the years, these investigations, both local and international, have consistently pointed to ISIS-affiliated group members led by Zahran Hashim as the architects of this horrifying tragedy.
Defence Secretary recalls Pakistan’s unwavering support
The 58th Pakistan Defence and Martyr Day ceremony hosted by the Pakistan envoy in Sri Lanka HE Major General (Retd) Umar Farooq Burki was held at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo, yesterday (Sep 07), with the gracious presence of the Sri Lankan Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne as the Chief Guest.