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Defence Secretary arrives at Anuladevi Cetiya in Mihintale
Defence Secretary and Chairperson of 'Archaeological Heritage Management Presidential Task Force' (PTF) for Eastern Province Gen. Kamal Gunaratne arrived at Mihindu Maha Seya at the Mihintale Monastery during a visit made to several sacred places of worship in Anuradhapura today (Jan 23).
Army to continue countrywide Booster Vaccination
The Sri Lanka Army Medical Corps (SLAMC) continues to carry out the national vaccination drive against COVID-19 pandemic around the island by providing Pfizer booster dose for all above 20 years.
Bangladesh Navy Chief meets Defence Secretary
Chief of the Naval Staff of Bangladesh Navy Admiral M Shaheen Iqbal paid a courtesy call on the Sri Lankan Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne at the Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte today (Jan 19).
KDU establishes Faculty of Criminal Justice
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne ceremonially inaugurated the Faculty of Criminal Justice of the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) in Ratmalana today (Jan 19). The landmark ceremony also saw the opening of the Stage II of the KDU Press.
'Jaya Pritha' to be held on Jan 26 to invoke blessings on country and people
‘Jaya Piritha’ annually organized by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) is scheduled to be held on Jan 26 this year under the patronage of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo, the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne said while addressing media personnel at a media brief held at the Ministry today (Jan 18).
Deegawapiya relics placed in Temple ‘Relic House’
The sacred relics unearthed recently at the Deegawapiya Stupa site were ceremonially placed in a specially built “Relic House” at the Deegawapiya temple premises amidst religious blessings of Ven. Maha Sanga today (Jan 17).
Lahugala ‘Neelagiri Stupa’ to stand tall again
The ‘Neelagiri Maha Seya’ restoration process commenced at the historical Neelagiri Temple premises today (Jan 16) under the auspices of Defence Secretary and Chairperson of ‘Archaeological Heritage Management Presidential Task Force’ (PTF) for Eastern Province, Gen. Kamal Gunaratne.
Thai Pongal Message
Thai Pongal is a special religious and cultural festival of Hindu devotees dedicated to pay homage to the Sun God for safeguarding their agricultural fields and providing a bountiful harvest. I am extremely pleased to extend my best wishes to our fellow Hindu brethren who celebrate this festival along with Hindu devotees across the world.
Leadership development among future military leaders to face emerging security challenges is vital – Defence Secretary
Leadership development among future military leaders is necessary in order to face the novel security challenges faced by our great nation said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne today (Jan 13).
PM opens new Technology Faculty and Grand Entrance of KDU
The General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) establishing its 10th faculty inaugurated the ‘Faculty of Technology’ during a ceremony organized at the KDU auditorium, Ratmalana today (Jan 10). The ceremony commenced with the opening of the newly constructed grand entrance of the KDU.
Navy rescues fisherman after 18 hours adrift at sea
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) rescued a fisherman fallen into sea from a multiday fishing trawler yesterday (Jan 09).
SLAF carries 6 tons of seized cannabis by air
An MI-17 helicopter belonging to Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) was utilized to airlift 6 tons of seized Cannabis to Sahasraveli Special Task Force (STF) camp on January 05 and 06.
SLAF sets up vaccination centre at BIA for Sri Lankans arriving
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has established a 24x7 COVID-19 vaccination centre at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), said the SLAF Spokesman Group Captain Dushan Wijesinghe today (Jan 07).
SLCG took over an offshore patrol vessel from SLN
The Sri Lanka Navy officially handed over an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) to the Sri Lanka Coast Guard on 03rd January 2022 at the ceremony held at Galle harbour. The occasion was graced by Rear Admiral Anura Ekanayaka, Director General Sri Lanka Coast Guard (DG SLCG), and Rear Admiral Prasanna Hewage, Commander Southern Naval Area (CSNA), and senior officials from Naval headquarters.
We begin this year with a new hope to make it more productive -
Defence Secretary
The Defence Ministry has been successful in providing a continuous service to meet public expectations amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and it should be carried forward while giving priority to healthcare guidelines in order to fulfill the duties and responsibilities diligently in this challenging situation, the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne said while praising the efforts of Ministry staffers today (Jan 3).
New Year Message
The dawn of the New year instictively inspire us to look to the future with optimise and determination.
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Four naval personnel recognized by IMO for their bravery at sea
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne presented certificates of commendation under the ‘IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea - 2021’ to 04 naval personnel, during a special ceremony held at the Auditorium of Naval and Maritime Academy, Trincomalee recently.
Private Security sector is an emerging field - Defence Secretary
The Private Security Industry is an emerging industry and the support given by the Industry is immense as they are contributing to national security, said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne last evening (Dec 29).
Christmas Message
Christmas, signifying the Nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ, is a noble religious feast that rejoices, bringing love and peace not only for Christians in Sri Lanka and across the world, but for all mankind.
Inauguration of BRAC, a great leap forward in SL history
Fulfilling a long felt need in the country, Border Risk Assessment Centre (BRAC) in Sri Lanka was ceremonially inaugurated today (Dec 20) jointly by Australian Minister for Home Affairs Hon. Karen Andrews and Minister of Irrigation, State Minister of National Security and Disaster Management and State Minister of Home Affairs Hon. Chamal Rajapaksa at the Suhurupaya building complex in Battaramulla.
SLMA gifted the Nation with 316 new Officers
316 brave sons and daughters of the country received the President’s Commission during a dignified Passing Out Parade (POP) held today (Dec 19) at Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA), Diyatalawa with HE the President, Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces Gotabaya Rajapaksa gracing as the Chief Guest.
Don’t ruin your lives through drugs or unnecessary acts – Defence Secretary requests students
Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne said that our children should be duly guided and prevented from falling prey to drugs, unnecessary affairs, misuse of mobile phones and social media while stating that over 3000 such cases are to be investigated. Legal action has been taken against 70 such cases during the last month alone.
INSS holds inaugural Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa Memorial Oration
The inaugural Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa Memorial Oration organized by the Institute of National Security Studies (INSS) was held at the Suhurupaya auditorium in Battaramulla today (Dec 16).
Sri Lanka Armed Forces committed to ensure national security as well as for the development of the country
The Secretary of Defence, General Kamal Gunaratne, says that Sri Lanka Armed Forces have played a vital role in ensuring national security as well as nation building process over the past two years.
Strive to create a country free of drug addicts - Defence Secretary
Make every effort to create a country free of drug addicts, said the Defence Secretary Gen. Kamal Gunaratne yesterday (Dec 14) while addressing the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) staffers during a brief ceremony organized to reopen ‘Seth Sevana’, one of the Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Centres for drug addicts situated in Talangama, Battaramulla.