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Defence Secretary visits proposed NDC site
Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne pledged Defence Ministry’s fullest support to the construction of proposed National Defence College (NDC) today (27).
Indian Premier lauds SL efforts against COVID-19
While lauding Sri Lanka’s ongoing efforts in containing and eradicating the coronavirus pandemic, the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the leadership provided by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
President appoints PTF under Defence Secretary to preserve archaeological sites in East
A Presidential Task Force (PTF) will be appointed under the Defence Secretary to conduct a comprehensive survey of archaeological sites in the East and to take measures to preserve them, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said today.
Army engages in flood relief efforts
In addition to their commitments to ongoing coronavirus pandemic in the country, Sri Lanka Army troops have stepped up providing flood relief for affected communities island-wide.
Navy refutes media speculations over spread of coronavirus at Welisara Naval Base
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) Commander Vice Admiral Piyal De Silva, who has totally denied certain media reports related to skepticism over navy cluster, which is still active at the Welisara complex, said the SLN had taken all measures when deploying sailors to control the spread of coronavirus.
Hayleys Consumer Products Ltd donates over Rs. 2 million worth of items to Tri-forces
Hayleys Consumer Products Ltd donated 30,000 razors and other consumer products worth over Rs. 2 million, to be distributed among the Tri-force and needy communities affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
I will not hesitate to withdraw SL from int’l orgnisations that continue to harass war heroes- President Rajapaksa
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said that he would not hesitate to withdraw Sri Lanka from any international organization that continued to make baseless allegations and harass Sri Lankan security forces.
No truth in extremist threats to Sri Lanka – Defence Secretary
The Defence Ministry urged the public not to be misled by certain posts circulating on social media platforms regarding threats posed in Sri Lanka by extremist elements
President’s Ranaviru Day Message
I write this message with utmost contentment and pride to pay homage to the valiant war heroes who defeated separatist terrorism and brought peace and harmony to the country.
Govt. will not allow any force to destabilise hard earned peace - Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne said the Government, under the leadership of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, would not allow any force to become a threat to the national security.
Defence Ministry instructs Security Forces to follow quarantine law to prevent gatherings in North
Defence Ministry has instructed Security Forces in the North to take necessary actions to prevent holding any gatherings or meetings in Jaffna, Kilinochchi and Mullaithivu under the Quarantine law to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
AIA and SLIC contribute to Itukama COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund
AIA Insurance Lanka Private Limited Company, Kegalle branch donated Rs. 500,000 to the Itukama COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund at the Defence Ministry today (18).
Donating day’s salary to Govt. is not applicable to Armed Forces and Police
Defence Secretary Maj. Gen.(Retd) Kamal Gunaratne said donating a day’s salary to the Government to overcome the existing financial constraints due to coronavirus pandemic is not applicable to Tri-Forces, Police and Civil Defence Services personnel.
Defence Secretary pledges to protect national heritage sites of all religeous and ethnic groups
Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne pledged to protect and preserve archaeological and historic sites from vandalism and encroachments by individuals and organised groups.
‘Itukama’ media campaign of COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund launched today
The media campaign ‘Itukama’, the fund-raising initiative for the COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund established by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to support and strengthen activities aimed at mitigating the spread of COVID-19 and related social welfare program, was launched at the Defence Ministry, today.
China donates medical aid to Defence Ministry to fight against coronavirus
China has donated a large stock of medical aid to the Defence Ministry to strengthen the military’s contribution to control spread of the coronavirus in the country, today.
Defence Ministry refutes allegations on Navy covering up coronavirus information
The Defence Ministry strongly denies allegations by some media against the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) that it refrains from providing information about sailors, who are infected with coronavirus, to health authorities.
Maj.Gen. Munasinghe appointed new Secretary to Health Ministry
The Director General of Army Health Services, Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Sanjeewa Munasinghe, who is a Consultant Radiologist, has been appointed as the Secretary to the Ministry of Health.
Defence Service War Disabled Officers Association (DSWDOA) donates reusable safety kits
The Defence Service War Disabled Officers Association (DSWDOA) donated 100 reusable safety kits to be distributed among frontline health and military personnel fighting against the spread of coronavirus, today (May 11).
Defence Ministry cautions public on mobile based cash transfer scam
The Defence Ministry urges the public to be aware of an ongoing scam using mobile based digital e-wallet cash transfer system and ransom by threatening individuals.
Foreign Ministry considers repatriating Sri Lankans in Maldives, Kuwait, Middle- East, Bangladesh
The Foreign Relations and Foreign Employment Ministry is considering the possibilities of repatriating Sri Lankans in Maldives, Kuwait, Middle East, Bangladesh and other countries due to coronavirus pandemic, which is spreading around the world at a rapid pace.
CRD innovative solutions to assist fight against COVID-19
The Center for Research and Development (CRD) of the Defence Ministry taking a lead in providing much-needed cost effective innovative solutions in assisting the Government’s effort to mitigate the spread of coronavirius in Sri Lanka, showcased a few of its innovations at the Defence Ministry premises, yesterday (May 06).
President’s Vesak Message
The Buddhists in Sri Lanka, together with fellow Buddhist brethren the world over, celebrate the Vesak, their supreme religious festival, with much religious fervour and enthusiasm.
Old-Anandians 75-80 batch donates face masks and PPEs
A consignment of face masks and personal-protective-equipment (PPEs) was donated by the ‘Old –Anandians batch of 75-80’ this morning (May 05).
'Senehasa' requests to light 'Adhishtana Pahan' on Poya Day to invoke blessing on Tri-Forces
A special program to invoke blessings in appreciation of invaluable service of our-time war heroes has been organized by Ranaviru Seva Authority (RSA) and 'Senehasa' Education, Resource, Research and Information Centre on the Vesak Full Moon day, on May 7