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Inclement weather likely to continue further
The prevailing inclement weather condition experienced in many parts of the country is expected to continue according to the latest forecast of the Meteorology Department. The forecast issued this morning (Oct 14) predicts heavy rains are several parts of the island as the low-level atmospheric disturbance remains to persist in the vicinity of the island. The sky will be cloudy in most parts of the country.
Plan for disaster risk reduction and ease outlay for relief - State Minister of Defence
State Minister of Defence Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon today (Oct 13) disclosing the enormous outlay in response to disaster relief and resettlement stressed that we must look forward and plan for risk reduction.
Strong winds and lightning during thundershowers - Met Dept
Met Department’s weather forecast today (Oct 13) alerts the general public to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers stating that heavy showers above 100 mm can be expected at some places in Western, Central, North-Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara district.
President instructs officers to celebrate the 75th Independence Day with dignity
President Ranil Wickremesinghe instructed officials to celebrate the 75th Independence Day in a dignified manner that reflects national and religious unity.
Egyptian ambassador meets Defence Secretary
The Ambassador of Egypt in Sri Lanka H.E. Maged Mosleh called on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (12 Oct).
Poppy pinned on State Minister of Defence
A group of representatives of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) met the State Minister of Defence Hon. Pramitha Bandara Tennakoon and pinned a Poppy Flower on him today (12 Oct).
Maiden Copies of Keystone Doctrines & General Publications Presented to Secy Defence
The maiden copies of the Army Keystone Doctrines and twelve General Staff Publications, compiled by the Directorate of Research Concept and Doctrine at the Army Headquarters were presented this morning (11) to General G.D.H Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) WWV RWP RSP USP ndc psc MPhil, Secretary to the Ministry of Defence as a segment of the 73rd Army Anniversary.
Outgoing Coastguard DG makes farewell call on
The outgoing Director General (DG) of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) Rear Admiral Anura Ekanayake made a farewell call on the Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (11 Oct).
SL Peacekeepers receive medals
The Sri Lanka peacekeepers in the 8th Contingent of SRIMED Level 2 Hospital in South Sudan in appreciation of their service were awarded medals during a formal UN medal awarding ceremony recently at the UNMISS-Bor compound.
SL Navy wins medals at the 8th Carrom World Championship
Sri Lanka Navy's (SLN) Able Seaman Nishantha Fernando and Woman Able Seaman Joseph Roshita won silver and bronze medals respectively at the 08th Carrom World Championship -2022, organized by the International Carrom Federation (ICF) in Langkawi, Malaysia, recently.
New three-storied Sanghavasa building vested in Maha Sangha
The newly built three-storied Sanghavasa building at the historic Olabaduwa Raja Maha Viharaya was declared open and vested in the Maha Sangha today morning (Oct 10) during a religious ceremony graced by the Prime Minister Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena.
Defenders of the Nation turns 73 today
Sri Lanka Army, ‘the Defenders of the Nation’ proudly celebrates its 73rd Anniversary and the Army Day today (Oct 10) in accordance with military traditions under the auspices of the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, as the Chief Guest at the Army Cantonment, Panagoda, Homagama.
MOD clarifies on Extradition of Wickramaratne Nandun Chintaka aka
Herath Dissanayakege Roshan Isanka aka Harakkata to Sri Lanka
News has been published in certain print and social media in a misleading manner to the public stating that Wickramaratne Nandun Chinthaka alias ‘Harakkata’, a notorious drug kingpin was released by the Dubai Police on 03rd October 2022 due to the Defence Ministry’s delay in submitting the file from this country to the Dubai authorities regarding the criminal allegations levelled against him.
SLCG Rear HQ welcomes an Australian Delegation
An Australian delegation of the Australian high commission paid a call on Sri Lanka Coast Guard Rear Headquarters (SLCG RHQ) at Wellawatte yesterday (Oct 05) and had a discussion.
EX-US Coast Guard Cutter will arrive early next month - SLN
Offshore Patrol Vessel P 627 arrived at Port Apra in Guam during her home-bound journey, yesterday (Oct 2).
Navy rescues 38 local tourists aboard a distressed trawler in Kalpitiya seas
Sri Lanka Navy sprang into action to rescue 38 persons aboard a distressed trawler, while it was carrying the group of local tourists from Kalpitiya to Baththalangunduwa on the evening of 01st October 2022. The trawler was in desperate situation following a leakage of sea water into the craft.
Rainy weather to continue
The rainy weather conditions experienced in parts of the country is likely to continue during the weekend according to the latest forecasts of the Metrological Department issued at 1200 noon today (30 Sep).
Swiss Delegation in Jaffna Receives Updates from Jaffna Commander
A Swiss delegation comprised of Mr Raoul Imbach, Deputy Head of the Mission/Head of Chancery, Mr Gaudenz Rust, Regional Security Advisor and Ms Sushanthy Gobalakrishnan, Senior National Programme Officer at the Embassy of Switzerland called at the Security Force Headquarters -Jaffna on Wednesday (28) during a tour to the North.
SL should call for a national determination where all sectors meet to discuss fundamental issues - Defence Secretary
From a strategic standpoint, keeping the past and also most recent lessons learnt in mind, with the new found leadership of the present government, Sri Lanka (SL) should call for a national determination where all sectors of SL society including civil organisations, security institutions, political entities, and business associations come together to discuss fundamental issues such as national identity, national reconciliation, transitional justice, governance structure and economic revival, said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne today (Sept 29).
Army Chief pays courtesy call on Acting Defence Minister
Army Commander Lt. Gen. Vikum Liyanage paid a courtesy call on the Acting Defence Minister Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at the State Ministry of Defence situated at the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) premises in Colombo today (Sep 29).
Defence top brass pays courtesy calls on Acting Defence Minister
Navy and Air Force Commanders and the Director General of Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) paid courtesy calls on the Acting Defence Minister Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at the State Ministry of Defence situated at the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) premises in Colombo today (Sep 28).
SL Army and Navy assist fire brigade to douse major fire in Colombo
Sri Lanka Army and Navy troops joined in with the city fire brigade to control a major fire at Kajeemawatte in Thotalanga, Colombo 15.
SLAF contingent members in Central African Republic awarded with
UN Peace Keeping medals
United Nations Peacekeepers medal awarding parade for the Sri Lanka Air Force 7th Aviation Contingent deployed in Bria, Central African Republic was held recently (21 Sep).
Navy trains female divers
A group of three female personnel of the Sri Lanka Navy successfully completed a first of its kind Basic Diving Module recently. According to SL Navy media, the training programme was carried out under a notion of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne to create opportunity for Navy women who are willing to engage in diving.
KDU setups new ‘Consultancy Services Unit’
The General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) has setup a Consultancy Services Unit (KDU-CONSU) with a dedicated website recently under the headship of Senior Prof. Swarna Piyasiri recently.