News Updates
Navy plants 5,000 mangroves in Jaffna lagoons
A programme to plant 5,000 mangrove plants in the Jaffna peninsula by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) saw its successful culmination in the Ponnale lagoon recently (Oct 17).
Army-built new houses vested in needy families
Sri Lanka Army extending its community welfare projects constructed two more houses with the support of philanthropists and were recently vested in needy families.
SLAF-manufactured HHOTs donated to Government Hospitals
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) recently handed over Heated Humidified Oxygen Therapy Units (HHOT) to government hospitals in Ampara, Badulla, Kalutara and Polgasowita to use in the treatment of COVID-19 patients on the instructions of the SLAF Commander Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana.
‘Mitra Shakthi’ Boosts Strength & Friendship, Says Indian Army Chief Witnessing Final Mock Attack at Maduru Oya
The final mock demonstration of the largest-ever joint Exercise ‘Mitra Shakthi VIII’ that ushers in revitalized bonds of friendly goodwill and strong cooperation between the Sri Lanka Army and the Indian Army got underway this morning (15) in the presence of General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army as the Chief Guest and his host,
Indian Army Chief Gifts Simulators to Army Service Corps School at Anuradhapura
The Army Service Corps School at Tisawewa, Anuradhapura on Thursday (14) afternoon rolled out a red carpet to welcome the visiting Indian Army’s Chief of the Army Staff General Manoj Mukund Naravane, together with his host General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army.
Army troops donate blood to Vavuniya Hospital
Sri Lanka Army troops under the Security Force Headquarters-Wanni organized a blood donation campaign recently in order to donate blood to the blood bank at Vavuniya General Hospital.
Indian Army Chief arrives in Colombo
Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army General Manoj Mukund Naravane arrived in the country making a five-day goodwill visit today (Oct 12).
Gatambe Sri Rajopawanaramaya to receive Sandahiru Stupa Sacred Pinnacle on Tuesday
The ‘Sacred Pinnacle’ and the ‘Crest-Gem’ of Sandahiru Stupa will arrive at Gatambe Sri Rajopawanaramaya tomorrow (Oct 12).
Army promotes 567 Officers and 10368 Other Ranks on Army Day
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) promoted duly qualified 567 Officers and 10368 Other Ranks to the next respective ranks with the approval of HE the President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces on the recommendation of the Defence Ministry and Gen. Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Army Commander, marking the 72nd Anniversary today (10 October).
Army to renovate more irrigation tanks
Sri Lanka Army troops have recently started tank renovation projects in Mahaweli “L” region under the “Vari Saubhagya” programme of the government.
Air Force drops “Seed bombs” over forest reserve
A load of ‘Seed bombs’ were dropped on the Wattegama Kebilitta Government forest reserve in Siyambalanduwa during this week (Oct 05 & 06). According to Air Force media, a total of 75,000 seed bombs were dropped over an approximately 495 acre area of the forest reserve under the fifth wave of the SLAF, Forest Conservation Department and Faculty of Agriculture of the University of Peradeniya organized mission.
Sri Lankan Contingent Participates as Observers in Russian
'Exercise Zapad (West) 2021'
Members of the Sri Lankan Armed Forces were among participants in the annual strategic-level 'Exercise Zapad (West) 2021' of the Russian Armed Forces, held in Russia during 10- 17 September 2021 with the participation of military personnel from 17 countries, either as participants or observers.
Indian Army's Largest Contingent of Sportsmen Arrives for Friendly Encounters
Ushering in a new chapter of sporting interests and sound bilateral ties and co-operation between sportsmen of both Indian Army and Sri Lankan Army, the largest ever contingent of 61 sportsmen of the Indian Army under the 'Army to Army Sports Exchange' project arrives in Sri Lanka early next week to participate in friendly Hockey, Basketball, Volleyball and Cricket tournaments with their counterparts in the Sri Lanka Army.
Army troops donate blood to Jaffna Teaching Hospital
Sri Lanka Army troops organized a blood donation campaign at 552 Brigade Headquarters in Iyakachchi recently to replenish blood stocks in the Jaffna Teaching Hospital.
Japan Lanka Friendship Association donates
2 fire vehicles and an ambulance to the SLAF
The Japan Lanka Friendship Association yet again made a generous donation to the Sri Lanka Air Force at a ceremony held at Air Force Headquarters this evening (05 October 2021). The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sudarshana Pathirana graced the ceremony where the SLAF received two (2) Fire Vehicles and an Ambulance.
Navy commences planting mangrove in Jaffna Peninsula
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) planted mangrove saplings in Kilali Lagoon recently while aiming to conserve mangrove and prevent coastal erosion in the lagoons of the Jaffna Peninsula.
Navy nabs a suspect with 1064 kg of smuggled dried turmeric in Norochcholai
Sri Lanka Navy seized about 1064kg of smuggled dried turmeric, hidden in a fishing hut, during a special operation conducted at the beach of Norochcholai today (04th October 2021). The operation also led to the apprehension of a suspect from the location.
Sri Lankan and Indian Armies in Ex ‘Mithra Shakti’
A contingent of 120 Indian Army troops arrived at Mattala International Airport recently to participate in the 8th consecutive joint Exercise (Ex) ‘Mitra Shakti’ between Sri Lanka and India from October 03 to 17.
Sandahiru Stupa Sacred Pinnacle is now on parade for veneration
The ‘Sacred Pinnacle’ and the ‘Crest-Gem’’ of Sandahiru Stupa will arrive at the ancient Kiri Vehera premises situated in Kataragama tomorrow (Oct 5).
Japanese navy ships arrive in Colombo
Three destroyers of the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) had arrived in the country today (Oct 02). According to Navy media, the trio of ships named KAGA, MURASAME and FUYUZUKI had arrived at the port of Colombo making an official visit.
Navy warship ‘Jayasagara’ completes service in the Navy
The decommissioning ceremony of Navy ship SLNS ‘Jayasagara’ was held at the Naval Dockyard in Trincomalee on Thursday (Sep 30).
Armoured Troops after 12 Years Begin Field Firing Training Sessions
A group of 15 Officers & 130 Other Ranks who followed the Armoured Young Officers’ Course, Professional Armoured Fighting Vehicle Gunner Operator Course and the Basic Gunner Operator Course during the years 2020 and 2021 after absence of more than 12 years had the chance of resuming residential field firing sessions for two days (21-22 September) at Sri Lanka Air Force field firing range in Kalpitiya.
International Maritime Boundary Line meeting between Sri Lanka-Indian navies held virtually
The 31st International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) meeting between the navies of Sri Lanka and India was held on a virtual setting at the Light House Galley, Colombo today (29th September 2021).
Jaffna Teaching Hospital receives medical equipment from SLAF
Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) handed over a consignment of medical devices to the Jaffna Teaching Hospital in a bid to brace ongoing COVID-19 treatments recently.
Army assists in renovation work of Buddhist temples
Sri Lanka Army (SLA) troops have extended their engineering expertise and labour towards the renovation of several Buddhist temples in the Trincomalee, Ampara and Polonnaruwa districts which had remained in a state of neglect for some time.