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Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


SRI LANKA AIR FORCE NO 3 MARITIME SQUADRON BESTOWED WITH PRESIDENT'S COLOURS

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The No 3 Maritime Squadron of the Sri Lanka Air Force was bestowed with the President's Colour in appreciation of the yeoman service rendered to the Sri lanka Air Force and the nation. The honour was conferred by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during a grand Presidents' Colour Awarding and Commissioning Parade held at the SLAF Academy in ChinaBay, Trincomalee, yesterday...


DEFENCE SECRETARY GRACES TRADITIONAL COMMISSIONING BALL AFTER COMMISSIONING CEREMONY

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The traditional Commissioning Ball for the newly Commissioned Officers of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) was held with the graceful attendance of the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), as the chief guest, at the SLAF Academy China Bay, Trincomalee last evening of (18 October). The ceremony was held to welcome the newest group of officers entering national ser...


Upgrade Your Tech: Shop Smartphones, Laptops & Gadgets on EMI with Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card

October 18, 2025, Pune, Maharashtra - Bajaj Markets, a leading financial marketplace, is simplifying the way technology enthusiasts shop for smartphones, laptops, and gadgets. With the Bajaj Finserv Insta EMI Card, upgrading to the latest tech is now easier and more affordable than ever before. This exclusive offering allows users to make purchases across a wide range of partner stores and e-commerce platforms, offering a seamless EMI payment option on smartphones, laptops, gadgets, and more. T...


CHRISTINE ANJALEE THAMEL TRIUMPHS WITH ALL-ISLAND, PROVINCIAL, AND ZONAL FIRST PLACES IN SAXOPHONE CATEGORY

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 18 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Christine Anjalee Thamel, a Grade 12 student of Holy Family Balika Maha Vidyalaya, Halawatha, has brought immense pride to her school and community by securing First Place at the All-Island, Provincial, and Zonal levels in the Saxophone category at the All-Island Music Competition. Residing in Katuneriya, Christine has already completed several prestigious music examinations, including the Visharadha Vocal E...


DEFENCE SECRETARY GRACES KDU CONVOCATION DINNER AS CHIEF GUEST

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 17 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) graced the 36th General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) Convocation Dinner as the Chief Guest. The ceremony was held at the Ramadia Grand Hotel in Moratuwa last evening (16 October). This formal event, conducted following the General Convocation, marked the conclusion of the university's convocation series. Up...


ATTRIBUTED TO DERSENISH ARESANDIRAN, CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER OF AIRLINES, MALAYSIA AVIATION GROUP (MAG)

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Malaysia Airlines Strengthens Sri Lanka Market with Global Growth Vision Malaysia Airlines is reinforcing its presence in Sri Lanka as part of a broader global strategy that prioritises fleet modernisation, enhanced customer experience, and positioning Kuala Lumpur as the gateway to Asia and beyond. With the Colombo-Kuala Lumpur emerging as a resilient travel corridor, Sri Lanka continues to play a pivotal r...


MALAYSIA AIRLINES SHOWCASES ELEVATED JOURNEYS WITH "TIME FOR COMFORT IN THE SKIES" CAMPAIGN

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Continuing its globally recognised "Time For" campaign, Malaysia Airlines is proud to introduce Time for Comfort in the Skies, inviting travellers to rediscover the joy of premium flying at 30,000 feet. Designed to highlight the airline's hallmark Malaysian Hospitality, the campaign brings together comfort, exclusivity, and value across both Business and Economy Class. The campaign runs from 9 -22 October 20...


SRI LANKAN REALTOR IN THE U.S. NAMED AMONG TOP 1.5% REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS NATIONWIDE

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Nilmini Senanayake Hecox, a Sri Lankan-born real estate professional based in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 RealTrends Verified + The Thousand award, placing her among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals in the United States based on closed sales and transaction volume. Raised in a large extended family in Sri Lanka, Hecox grew up immersed in the traditions of home and...


DEFENCE CYBER COMMAND CONDUCTS CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS FOR STATE INSTITUTIONS

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Defence Cyber Command conducted a Cybersecurity Awareness Programme for officers of the Ministry of Public Security, Parliamentary Affairs, and affiliated departments on 15 October (2025) at the "Suhurupaya", Battaramulla. The programme was organized under the direction of the Defence Secretary and the Chief of National Intelligence, in parallel with the Government's "Clean Sri Lanka...