Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Lieutenant General Joel "JB" Vowell, Deputy Commanding General of the United States Army Pacific (USARPAC), met the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), and the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), separately today (30 September). During the cordial meetings, discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation between Sri Lan...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A public service capable of taking risks and overcoming challenges is essential - President The presentation of the "Vishishta Seva Vibhushana" medals, awarded in recognition of the distinguished service rendered by senior officers of the regular forces of the Sri Lanka Army, Navy and Air Force, was held this afternoon (30) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of Preside...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A special discussion on the proposed integration of the National Defence Fund and the 'Api Wenuwen Api' Fund was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday (29 September). The discussion primarily focused on the appointment of an expert committee to study the possibility of integrating the Nat...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The newly appointed Vice Chancellor of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), Air Vice Marshal Indika Wickramasinghe, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at the Office of the Deputy Minister of Defence today (30 September). During the cordial meeting, they exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, with partic...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A Sri Lanka Army contingent comprising 20 Officers and 55 Other Ranks successfully completed the joint military exercise "Wolverine Path II - 2026" with their Russian counterparts from 22 to 27 September 2026 at the 249th "Sergeyevsky" Combined Arms Training School in Primorsky Krai, Russia. The exercise focused on enhancing operational readiness, tactical proficiency and interoperabili...
India, Sept. 29 -- Subheading: The modelling finds business-as-usual could generate more than 44 GtCO₂e in cumulative emissions by 2070 - equivalent to more than three-quarters of current annual global greenhouse-gas emissionsSingapore, 28 September 2026- India's annual average per-capita protein consumption is projected to more than triple by 2070, from 9.5kg in 2025 to 30kg. This has major implications for food security, agricultural production, natural resources, and investme...
India, Sept. 29 -- TTravel rarely stays limited to one setting. A typical day can begin with a long drive or airport transfer, continue with sightseeing through a busy city, and end with a walk along a trail or an outdoor dinner. For men who prefer a practical wardrobe, clothing that can adapt to different parts of the day can make packing and dressing much simpler. This is where the combination of a polo T shirt and convertible pants becomes useful. A polo brings a polished appearance that wor...
India, Sept. 29 -- Five-year agreement advances student mobility and joint research, building on international engagements in Japan, Vietnam, the United Kingdom and ThailandGreater Noida, 29/09/2026: Taking its international outreach further into Europe, Galgotias University has signed a five-year cooperation agreement with the University of Milano-Bicocca, Italy, to advance academic exchanges, joint research and scientific collaboration. The partnership strengthens the University's growing...
India, Sept. 29 -- Mumbai, September 29, 2026: AUWL Assembly, a fine jewellery brand founded by Deepika Tandon, is bringing together astrology-inspired symbolism, gemstones and contemporary design as it seeks to build a distinct space in India's evolving luxury jewellery market.Positioned at the intersection of traditional influences and modern aesthetics, the brand offers jewellery ranging from zodiac-inspired gemstone pieces to diamond jewellery, engagement rings, wedding bands and everyday lu...
India, Sept. 29 -- India's building materials sector is witnessing a decisive shift toward window and door systems built specifically to withstand the country's demanding weather patterns. SIMTA Astrix, a name associated with engineered uPVC solutions, is drawing attention to its multi-chamber uPVC profile range, designed to address the heat, humidity, monsoon intensity, and coastal exposure that define much of India's climate map.The Climate ChallengeIndia's geography presents an unusually wide...