Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 28 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Commander's Inspection of Sri Lanka Air Force Station Morawewa today (28 June 2025). Prior to the formal inspection, the Commander reviewed the Commander's Inspection Parade, which was commanded by the Commanding Officer of SLAF Station Morawewa, Group Captain Prabath Alexander. Certificates of Commendation were awarded by the Comma...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 28 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: SLAF Station Katukurunda conducted a Book Donation Programme at Malegoda Primary School yesterday (27 June 2025). A total of 53 schoolchildren benefited from this initiative. The event was organized under the guidance and support of the Commanding Officer, Group Captain Manjula Abeywickrama, in commemoration of the Sri Lankans who sacrificed their lives during the 30-year conflict. The event was attended by ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 27 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, conducted the Commander's Inspection of Sri Lanka Air Force Academy in China Bay today (27 June 2025). Prior to the inspection proper, the Commander reviewed the Commander's Inspection Parade commanded by the Commandant of SLAF Academy China Bay, Air Commodore Amal Perera. Certificates of Commendation were awarded by the Commander of the Air Force...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 27 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: A dedicated training session focusing on 'Legal Aspects in Contract Administration and SLAF Procurement Practices' was successfully conducted for logistics officers of the SLAF at the SLAF Trade Training School (TTS), Ekala today (27 June 2025). This session was delivered by Director Supplies and Services at Air Force Headquarters, Group Captain Kapila De Silva, who provided in-depth insights into the legal r...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 27 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The Passing Out Parade (POP) of Paratroopers was held today (27 June 2025) at the SLAF Regimental Training Centre (RTC) in Ampara. The event was attended by the Deputy Chief of Staff of the SLAF, Air Vice Marshal Damian Weerasinghe as the Chief Guest along with senior officers from the Tri-Services and the Special Task Force (STF). The ceremony began with static line jumps performed by the trainees from an AN...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, June 27 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Evolution Auto has set a new benchmark in mobility solutions with the launch of its RV 1 and RV 1+ electric bikes at the Colombo EV Motor Show 2025. Hosted at the BMICH in Colombo, the event is Sri Lanka's largest international showcase for motor vehicles and accessories. The introduction of these cutting-edge models signals a transformative era for efficient and environmentally conscious commuting, designed ...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, June 27 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: C.W. Mackie PLC, the diversified business conglomerate in Sri Lanka and category leader for Scan Jumbo Peanuts, has initiated its second CSR initiative aimed at empowering the farming families who form the backbone of its supply chain. 'Scan Daru Diriya' focuses on enhancing the educational prospects of 100 children from 75 farmer families in Rideemaliyadda in Mahiyanganaya with the support of the Block Manag...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 27 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Major General D.K.S.K Dolage USP, nps, psc of the Sri Lanka Engineers has been appointed as the 67th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army. He officially assumed office on Thursday (June 26) during a formal ceremony held at the Army Headquarters. A highly experienced senior officer, Major General Dolage previously held several key appointments, including Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army V...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 26 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: The opening ceremony of the newly established Administrative Building and Play Station of the preschool at SLAF Station Batticaloa was held today (26 June 2025). This event marked the fulfillment of a long-standing requirement for a dedicated administrative space to support the preschool's operations. The ceremony was held under the patronage of the Chairperson of the Air Force Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Krishan...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, June 26 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Two of the strongest unbeaten teams in this year's Dialog Schools Division One League Rugby Tournament - S. Thomas' College Mount Lavinia and Isipathana College Colombo - will lock horns in a much-anticipated encounter for the Rizvy Suhayb Memorial Trophy on Saturday, July 5 at the S. Thomas' College Grounds in Mount Lavinia. Both schools have remained unbeaten this season and are widely regarded as two of t...