Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In commemoration of National War Heroes Day, Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) visited the Mihindu Seth Medura in Attidiya today (19 May). The Deputy Minister, accompanied by the Commanders of the Army and Navy, spent time with inmates of the home who had sustained critical injuries and were rendered differently abled during the decades-long armed conflict. ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh PVSM, AVSM, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (19 May). During the meeting, the Defence Secretary held cordial discussions with Air Chief Marshal Singh on matters of bilateral importance and mutual interest. Seni...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A meeting between a delegation from the US Defense Security Cooperation University's Institute for Security Governance (ISG) and the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), was held today (19 May) at the Ministry of Defence. The discussion centred on ongoing and future capacity-building initiatives and training programs designed for the defence sector, highlighting...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited the "Ranaviru Sevana" Rehabilitation Centre in Ragama this morning (19) and inquired into the wellbeing of military personnel receiving residential treatment there. During the visit, the President engaged in cordial discussions with the soldiers and commended the sacrifices made by all of them in safeguarding the unity of the motherland. Thereaf...
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India, May 18 -- Panaji, May 18, 2026 - Tourism Minister - Rohan A. Khaunte visited south Goa's Cavelossim & Benaulim Beaches to inspect places identified for proposed infrastructure and beautification works, aimed at enhancing facilities for tourists visiting South Goa.The Minister was accompanied by Director Of Tourism, Kedar Naik along with Cavelossim Sarpanch Dickson Vaz, Shack Owner Association President Cruz Cardozo, along with other officials from the Department of Tourism.During the ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The United States Special Operations Command Pacific (SOCPAC), in collaboration with the No 3 Maritime Squadron of the SLAF Academy China Bay, successfully conducted the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Subject Matter Expert Exchange (ISR SMEE) programme from 11 to 15 May 2026. The programme was organised with the participation of SLAF and SL Navy personnel, including flying ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Embodying the Indian Navy's endeavour to build 'Bridges of Friendship', Indian Naval Ship Sunayna, as IOS Sagar, arrived at the Port of Colombo on 15 May 26. The vessel was accorded a traditional naval welcome by the Sri Lanka Navy upon its arrival in Colombo. Commanded by Commander Siddharth Chaudhary, the vessel carries a diverse multinational contingent comprising officers and sailors ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, May 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), presided a 'Public Day' Program last Friday (15 May) in Hanguranketha. The event offered retired military personnel and their families a direct platform to voice their concerns and grievances. It also facilitated meaningful interaction between the Deputy Minister and the local community, extending beyond veterans. The...