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Defence Secretary graces book launching ceremony
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne graced the launching of the book "Yuga Yuga" authored by Colonel Dilipa Serasinghe of the Sri Lanka Army Military Police yesterday (Feb. 09). The ceremony was held at the Government Information Department Auditorium last evening.
State Minister of Defence visits KDU
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, visited the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) in Ratmalana today (Feb 8).
10th Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps Contingent Departs for South Sudan
The 10th contingent of the Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps (SLAMC) departed Sri Lanka early this morning (06 February), to assume duties at the Level-2 SRIMED Hospital in the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
Institute of National Security Studies conducts Security Salon
Institute of National Security Studies (INSS), the premier think tank on national security established and functioning under the Ministry of Defence organized a Security Salon on “Changing Regional Dynamics in the Middle East: Implications from Israel-Hamas Conflict at the Red Sea for Sri Lanka” on Wednesday, the 07th February 2024, from 1000hrs to 1200hrs at the Auditorium of the Ministry of Public Security.
Army Chief of Staff calls on State Minister of Defence
Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army Major General Harindra Peiris, made a courtesy call on the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office today (07 Feb).
Navy assistance to develop school sanitary facilities
Sanitary facilities of several schools in the Medawachchiya region were upgraded with the generous participation of Sri Lanka Navy troops. According to SL navy media, naval manpower was provided for the development of sanitation facilities of Puleliya Vidyalaya, Thulawelliya Vidyalaya and Ginikatuwewa Vidyalaya Rambewa under a Naval Social Responsibility initiative. These facilities were bestowed for the use of students on Monday (Feb. 05).
SL Army troops assist children
A social service initiative by Sri Lanka Army troops saw schooling essentials including shoes being provided to needy children recently. According to SL Army media, troops of 2 Sri Lanka National Guard (2 SLNG) organized a donation programme (Jan 20) at Kilinochchi Jayapuram Mixed School where 60 students of the school and 40 children of Non-Commissioned Officers/civil staff from the 55 Infantry Division were gifted pairs of shoes.
New Chairman of Ranaviru Seva Authority assumes office
Major General Nishantha Manage (retd), who was appointed as the 10th Chairman of Ranaviru Seva Authority (RSA) officially assumed duties at the RSA office in Colombo on 02nd February. Subsequently, he addressed all members of the staff at a special discussion held at the RSA premises.
Indian College of Defence Management delegation meets SL Defence Secretary
A delegation of Indian College of Defence Management (CDM) led by Commodore Sunil Kumar called on the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry today (Feb 05).
76th National Independence Day Celebrations Proudly Led by President
The 76th National Independence Day celebration took place with pride and grandeur at Galle Face Colombo, symbolizing a renewed commitment to “Let’s Build a New Country.” The event, chaired by President Ranil Wickremesinghe, was honoured by the presence of the Prime Minister of Thailand, Hon. Srettha Thavisin, and received greetings from world leaders, including His Holiness Pope Francis and King Charles III.
Submarine INS 'Karanj' arrives in Colombo
INS 'Karanj' - a submarine of the Indian Navy arrived at the port of Colombo today (03rd February 2024) on a formal visit. The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision of naval traditions.
Sri Lankan NCC cadets take part in Indian Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi
A contingent of Sri Lanka National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets represented the country at the Indian Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, India, recently (Jan. 26). The Sri Lankan NCC contingent arrived in India at an invitation extended by the Director General of the Indian Cadet Corps.
Defence Secretary assesses 76th Independence Day ceremony preparations
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne personally assessed the readiness of the defence forces and the final arrangements for the upcoming 76th Independence Day ceremony at Galle Face today (Feb 2).
KDU gets a fully automated basic weapons training simulator
The Centre for Defence Research and Development (CDRD) of the Ministry of Defence, officially handed over a fully automated weapons training simulator to General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) recently.
State Minister visits Pakistan Naval Ship
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, visited the Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) Saif on Wednesday (Jan. 31). PNS Saif arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday (Jan. 30) on an official visit.
Sri Lanka Army Takes Swift Action to Mitigate Impact of Health Sector Strike
In response to the island-wide strike by trade unions in the health sector, the Sri Lanka Army deployed its troops to government hospitals across the country on today (1 Feb). This action, taken at the request of the Ministry of Defence and under the guidance of Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, the Commander of the Army, aims to ensure the uninterrupted provision of essential medical services to the public.
All set for 76th Independence Day celebrations
‘The 76th Independence Day celebration is an opportunity to share our values and customs with the world. All arrangements are set in place for the Independence Day Celebrations under the patronage of His Excellency the President Ranil Wickramasinghe at the Galle Face, Colombo on February 4, 2024’, said State Minister of Home Affairs Hon. Ashoka Priyantha today (Jan 31).
State Minister Tennekoon looks into the well-being of paratroopers injured during 76th Independence Day rehearsals
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon visited the Army Hospital and the National Hospital in Colombo to personally inquire about the well-being of Army and Air Force paratroopers who sustained injuries during 76th Independence Day rehearsals at Galle Face on Tuesday (Jan 30).
Defence Secretary visits paratroopers injured during
Independence Day rehearsals
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne visited the National Hospital and the Army Hospital to inquire into the condition of the paratroopers who were injured during a mishap at the 76th Independence Day rehearsals.
‘PNS Saif’ arrives on a formal visit to Colombo
Making a formal visit to Sri Lanka, the Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) Saif arrived at the port of Colombo today (Jan 30).
State Minister Tennakoon visits Royal Navy ship ‘HMS Spey’
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, visited the Royal Navy ship HMS Spey last evening (Jan. 29). HMS Spey arrived in Sri Lanka on Sunday (Jan. 28) on an official visit.
‘HMS Spey’ arrives on a formal visit to Colombo
Making a formal visit to Sri Lanka, the Royal Navy ship ‘HMS Spey’ arrived at the port of Colombo on Sunday (Jan 28).
Forty-nine (49) Midshipmen set sail on their naval journeys as
commissioned officers in Trincomalee
In a poignant ceremony marked by a strong sense of duty and national pride, 49 midshipmen embarked on their naval careers as commissioned officers on 28th January 2024. The commissioning ceremony, held at the Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA), Trincomalee, was graced by the Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena as the Chief Guest, at the invitation of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera.
Successful Completion of Exercise 'Seagull' 2024
The Amphibious Training Exercise ‘Seagull’ commenced in the Northern Sea area at Palaitivu Island in the Jaffna peninsula from 08 to 11 Jan, involving Tri-Services troops in the area.
As the premier think tank on national security in Sri Lanka, INSS stands as a beacon of intellectual exploration
“In the realm of national security, knowledge is not merely power; it is the bedrock upon which our safety and freedom vest." Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne expressed his views as the Chief Guest of the launching ceremony of ‘Defence Review-2023’ held at the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) in Battaramulla today (Jan 19).