Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aug. 13 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Sri Lanka, H.E. Khaled Nasser Sulaiman AlAmeri, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (13 Aug). During the cordial discussions, both sides explored avenues to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation, with a particular focus on defence production, c...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aug. 12 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) chaired another meeting at the Defence Ministry today (Aug 12), to review the ongoing measures to mitigate the escalating human-elephant conflict. The discussion placed special emphasis on addressing the damage caused by wild elephants to agricultural lands and the livelihoods of communities across the island. Among other key ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The National Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (NAHTTF) issues an urgent public warning in light of alarming information on new trend wave of human trafficking activities targeting Sri Lankan nationals. Reportedly, organized trafficking syndicates operating cyber scam centers im South East Asia without effective government regulating contents have launched a large-scale recruitment drive...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Aug. 9 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: The Club Awarding Ceremony organized by Lions Clubs International District 306 was held recently in a grand and prestigious manner at the Royal Colombo Golf Club. The Chief Guest at the event was Hon. Prime Minister's Secretary, Lion. Pradeep Saputhanthri along with District 306 D6 Chairman Lion. Ayesh De Silva. During the event, in recognition of the social service contributions made through the Lions organiz...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Aug. 9 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: In a momentous celebration of French automotive excellence, Carmart (Pvt) Ltd, the sole authorized importer, distributor & repairer for Peugeot in Sri Lanka, proudly handed over the first batch of brand-new Peugeot 2025 models to a select group of discerning customers at a private event held this week. The occasion marked the official arrival of the highly anticipated Peugeot 2008, 3008, and 5008 SUVs, each em...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Aug. 6 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Fly in style with special all-in return Business Class fares as Malaysia Airlines invites travellers to indulge in premium comfort and signature Malaysian Hospitality, now available for booking on Malaysia Airlines website and app Malaysia Airlines continues to redefine premium travel with its exclusive Time for Premium Escapades campaign-an invitation for discerning travellers to embark on unforgettable jour...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aug. 6 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Chief of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Ms. Kristin B. Parco, officially handed over the recommendations for the National Strategic Action Plan 2026-2030 to Monitor and Combat Human Trafficking to the Chairman of the National Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force, Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), o...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Aug. 5 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Senaro Motor Company (Pvt) Ltd has become the Winner of the National Business Excellence Awards 2025 under the Manufacturing - Non-Traditional Sector. Organised by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, the award ceremony was held recently in Colombo. The National Business Excellence Awards, recognized as one of Sri Lanka's most esteemed accolades, celebrates organizations that demonstrate exceptional ...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Aug. 5 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Deen Brothers Imports (DBL) successfully hosted DBL Night 2024 at the prestigious Cinnamon Life Hotel, Colombo. The event celebrated and recognized the dedication and outstanding performance of DBL's sales agents from across the island. As the largest recognition event organized by DBL since 2006, the night brought together over 500 sales agents. The ceremony was graced by prominent guests including Sri Lanka ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aug. 5 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Defence Cyber Command (DCC), operating under the Ministry of Defence, successfully conducted the AEGIS LEXICON 2025 - Defence Cyber Exposition recently (29 July 2025) at the Ministry premises. This annual event was specially organized to mark the Second Anniversary of the formation of the Defence Cyber Command, which was established on 03 August 2023. It highlighted Sri Lanka's growing...