SLAF FALLEN WAR HEROES HONOURED AT THE WAR HEROES MONUMENT SLAF TRADE TRAINING SCHOOL, EKALA

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 19 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The SLAF's Fallen War Heroes Commemoration Ceremony 2025 was held today (19 June 2025) under the guidance of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, at the Sri Lanka Air Force War Heroes Monument, SLAF Trade Training School Ekala. This is one of the premier events in SLAF's calendar that has been planned annually and this year's event was organized under the supervision of Director Gene...


Need Funds to Expand Business? Here's How Bajaj Markets Can Help

India, June 18 -- Pune, India | June 18, 2025: Bajaj Markets offers small and medium-sized enterprises across India an easy and efficient way to access the funds they need for growth.As a comprehensive financial marketplace, Bajaj Markets connects business owners to a variety of lending partners, providing them with tailored loan offers that cater to expansion needs. Whether it's boosting inventory, upgrading technology, or setting up new locations, the platform simplifies the borrowing process ...


VIETNAMESE AMBASSADOR CALLS ON DEFENCE SECRETARY

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Mrs. Trinh Thi Tam, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), today (June 18) at the Ministry of Defence. During the cordial meeting, the Defence Secretary and the Vietnamese envoy engaged in a productive discussion on key aspects of the longstanding bilateral re...


NEW US DA CALLS ON DEPUTY MINISTER OF DEFENCE

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Newly appointed Defence Attache (DA) to the United States (US) in Sri Lanka, Lieutenant Colonel Matthew House, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), today (June 18) at his office. The Deputy Minister warmly welcomed Lt Col House and engaged in a friendly and cordial discussion, marking the beginning of his diplomatic tenure in Sri ...


MOD STAFF JOIN HANDS TO SAVE LIVES AT SVU BLOOD DRIVE

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A blood donation campaign, organised by the Sava Vanitha Unit (SVU) of the Ministry of Defence, drew a large number of Defence Ministry staffers today (June 18). The programme, held under the guidance of the Chairperson of the SVU, Dr. (Mrs) Ruvini Rasika Perera, in view of World Blood Donor Day, commenced at the Ministry premises this morning. Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath ...


MINISTERIAL CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE ON DEFENCE CONVENES UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF HON. PRESIDENT

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defence met yesterday (17) in Parliament under the Chairmanship of the Hon. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Minister of Defence. The Hon. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekera (Retd), the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd.), and several officials representing the Ministry of ...


OUTGOING DEFENCE ATTACHÉ AT THE EMBASSY OF UNITED STATES OF AMERICA IN SRI LANKA CALLS ON THE COMMANDER

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The delegation from the Embassy of United States of America in Sri Lanka, called on the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe at Air Force Headquarters today (18 June 2025). The delegation was made up by Outgoing Defence Attache, Lieutenant Colonel Anthony Nelson and the newly appointed Defence Attache, Lieutenant Colonel Matthew House. During the cordial discussion that ensued, the Comman...


SLAF AGRO UNIT PARTICIPATES IN GLOBAL DAY FOR THE MITIGATION OF DESERTIFICATION AND DROUGHT

Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 18 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The SLAF Agro Unit participated in the Global Day for the Mitigation of Desertification and Drought, held yesterday (17 June 2025) at Sobadaham Piyasa, Ministry of Environment. The event was graced by the Honourable Deputy Minister of Environment, Mr. Anton Jayakodi as the Chief Guest. A delegation of SLAF officers, led by the Commanding Officer of the Agro Unit, Group Captain Daminda Samaratunga attended the...


BOHO Lounge at Pune's Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre wins at Marketers' Excellence Awards for its Unique Brand Identity

Pune, June 17 -- BOHO Lounge, the bohemian-inspired fine-dine and nightlife destination at Jairaj Sports and Convention Centre in Pune, has been honoured with the coveted Bronze in the Best Unique Brand Identity Category at the highly acclaimed Marketers' Excellence Awards 2025, hosted by agencyfaqs. This accolade recognises not only exceptional design but also a deep, cohesive brand experience that resonates with its audience. The brand identity of BOHO is a celebration of raw creativity and f...


SANASA GENERAL INSURANCE HOSTS POSON DANSELS ACROSS 29 LOCATIONS ISLANDWIDE

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, June 17 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Sanasa General Insurance, a leading insurance service provider in the country, had organised ice-cream dansels in 29 different locations across the country on the Poson Poya Day, sharing the spirit of giving and community. The company had organised dansels in Anuradhapura, Thambuttegama, Polgahawela, Kegalle, Kandy, Dambulla, Kurunegala, Kuliyapitiya, Wennappuwa, Nikaweratiya, Polpithigama, Polonnaruwa, Pilim...