Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), chaired a Public Day programme held at his office in Colombo today (17 June). During the session attention was given to matters related to welfare assistance, housing, medical support, employment opportunities, and other service. The Deputy Minister attentively listened to the concerns raised by individuals and directed ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Ambassador of France to Sri Lanka, H.E. Mr. Remi Lambert, met the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (17 June). During the meeting, the Defence Secretary and the French Ambassador held cordial discussions on matters of mutual interest and explored avenues to further strengthen defence cooperation, capacity building, and bi...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Tri-Forces of Sri Lanka are actively contributing to the ongoing national dengue prevention campaign, demonstrating their continued commitment to public health and community well-being. These programmes are being conducted at Tri-Forces establishments across the country. Personnel of the Sri Lanka Army, Navy and Air Force have joined hands with health authorities, local government in...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 16 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A consignment of stores donated by India to the Sri Lanka Army was officially handed over at a ceremony held at Army Headquarters, Defence Headquarters Complex, Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, today (16 June). The consignment of military stores and a trauma care system, valued at more than USD 5 million and provided under the Government of India's Grant Assistance programme, was formally han...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 15 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: As digital transformation accelerates across public sectors, safeguarding sensitive government data and public trust has become a paramount priority. Responding to this critical need, the Defence Cyber Command (DCC) successfully conducted a comprehensive, two day intensive training programme on cybersecurity from 11-12 June 2026 at the North Western Training Institute in Wariyapola. The ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 15 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The newly appointed Defence Attache of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka, Senior Colonel Fu Xiao, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo today (15 Jun). During the meeting, the Deputy Minister and the Chinese Defence Attache engaged in cordial discussions on matters of bilateral defe...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 15 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) co-chaired a progress review meeting on the ongoing 'Pride of Warriorpreneurship' programme with the Hon. Deputy Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeysinghe at the Deputy Minister of Defence's Office in Colombo today (15 Jun). The meeting focused on reviewing the progress achieved unde...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 13 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), graced the official launch of the first edition of "Sri Lanka's maritime heritage and historical significance", held at the Main Auditorium of Sri Lanka Navy Headquarters yesterday (12 June). The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, received the Deputy Minister and other distinguished guests upon the...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 13 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The United States Navy's USS Canberra (LCS 30) arrived at the port of Colombo for replenishment purposes on 12 June 26. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance of naval traditions. USS Canberra, a Littoral Combat Ship, is commanded by Commander J McLaughlin. Courtesy - www.navy.lk Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 12 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), chaired a Public Day programme held at the Ministry of Defence today (12 June). The programme provided an opportunity for members of the veteran community to present their concerns, grievances and requests directly to the Defence Secretary and relevant officials. Matters raised by the participants were reviewed, and necessar...