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Condolence message on the flash floods in Sikkim, India
The Ministry of Defence of Sri Lanka and members of the Armed Forces express their deepest condolence to the President and people of India over the loss of life and destruction caused by the devastating flash floods in India's mountainous state of Sikkim.
SL Navy provides Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant to LRH
A medical grade Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plant installed by the SL Navy at the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children (LRH) in Colombo was officially declared open by the Navy Commander Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera on Friday (Oct 06), say’s Navy media.
SL Army troops braving the rains rush to assist flood victims
Army troops under 61 Infantry Division are busy providing emergency flood relief assistance to flood victims in several areas in the Southern region.
Rainy weather shows no sign of improvement
The latest weather forecast of the Meteorological Department for tomorrow (07) predicts showers or thundershowers at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and in the Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
Navy continues to assist flood victims
Following adverse weather conditions prevailing in several parts of the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has mobilized its flood relief teams in Akuressa, Thihagoda and Kamuburupitiya areas in the Southern Province as of 04th October 2023. These teams are currently engaged in providing assistance to the flood-affected individuals in those regions.
Defence Secretary looks into Kollupitiya tragedy
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne visited the accident site in Kollupitiya today (Oct. 6) to inspect the tragedy in which a tree collapsed on a moving bus travelling from Colombo to Deniyaya.
State Minister looks into the welfare of Katana Veterans’ Home inmates
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, paid a visit to the Veterans’ Home at Bolagala in Katana, yesterday (Oct. 5).
Colonel Nalin Herath RSP assumes duties as Overlooking Director General of INSS
Acting Director (Research) Colonel Nalin Herath at the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) assumed office of overlooking Director General of the INSS on 5th October 2023, following the appointment made by Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne.
Happy World Teachers' Day !
On this World Teachers' Day, we wish for all educators around the globe to be recognized, valued, and empowered in their crucial role in shaping the future. May their dedication and passion continue to inspire generations to come.
President Wickremesinghe inspires graduates to advance Sri Lanka’s future
Despite economic challenges and global competition, President Ranil Wickremesinghe, addressing the General Convocation of Sir John Kotelawala Defence University encouraged graduates to contribute to Sri Lanka’s growth.
State Minister of Defence visits Disaster Management Centre
State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon made an observation visit to the Operations Room of the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) in Colombo today (Oct 05).
Korean Ambassador meets Defence Secretary
Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, H.E. Miyon Lee called on Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry at Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Oct. 5).
Medical camp for Ministry staffers
The Welfare Association of the Ministry of Defence organized a medical camp for the Ministry staffers today (Oct 05). The two-day medical camp commenced today morning at the Ministry premises.
Army Athletes in Asian Games Make New Records Winning Bronze Medals
Sergeant Nadeesha Ramanayake of Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps competing in the ‘Asian Games’ in China clinched a Bronze medal in the 4 x 400 m relay run (Women) on Wednesday (4 October) afternoon.
Army troops douse fire in Thambalagamuwa Divisional Hospital
Sri Lanka Army troops recently doused a sudden fire that broke out in the drug store and the laboratory building at Thambalagamuwa Divisional Hospital.
Meteorological Department celebrates 75th Anniversary
The 75th anniversary celebration of the Department of Meteorology, a leading government institution with a strong impact on many economic sectors, was held today (Oct 04) under the auspices of the State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at the Met. Department premises.
Defence Secretary donates artificial limb to a commando war hero
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne donated an artificial limb to war hero Sergeant Major R.P.C. Dharmapriya at the Ranaviru Seva Authority head office today (Oct. 4). Sgt. Maj. Dharmapriya lost his right leg due to a terrorist landmine during the Operation ‘Akunu Pahara’ launched in the Welioya area.
Army Athlete wins Silver in Javelin Throw in 'Asian Games'
Sri Lanka Army’s Sergeant Nadeesha Lekamge of 2 (V) Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps (SLAWC) won the Silver Medal in Javelin Throw in the ‘Asian Games’ China with a new Sri Lankan record.
Met. Department forecasts wet weather to prevail
The Metrological Department says the prevailing showery condition in the South-western parts of the country is expected to continue further.
Outgoing DG - INSS pays farewell call on Defence Secretary
Acting Director General and the Director (Communications and Publications) of the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) Rear Admiral (Retd) Dimuthu Gunawardena paid a courtesy farewell call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Oct 3).
Swift relief measures to all people affected by adverse weather
- State Minister of Defence
All government agencies are geared in all respects to face the prevailing adverse weather condition around the country, the State Minister of Defence Hon. Pramitha Bandara Thennakoon said in a news brief held at the State Ministry in Colombo today (Oct 02).
Rainy weather to prevail
According to the latest forecast of the Met. Department issued at noon today (Oct 01) showers or thundershowers are expected in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and in the Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
A formal investigation into the shooting at Sita elephant with rubber bullets
As elephants from different parts of the country participate in the annual Mahiyangana Perahera, the chief prelate of the Mahiyangana temple has made a request to the Wildlife Department to establish a wildlife team in the temple to drive out wild elephants as there is frequent roaming of these animals in the area.
Happy World Children's Day !
The most precious thing in the world is a smile on the face of a child.
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.