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...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 12 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), chaired a special meeting at the Parliament Complex on 09 June to accelerate the provision of welfare assistance to Tri-Forces and Police personnel, including members of the Special Task Force (STF), who sustained disabilities as a result of terrorist activities during the conflict. As part of the government's commitment ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 12 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) accompanied Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Hon. Bimal Rathnayake during an inspection visit and discussion held at the Pettah Central Bus Stand in Colombo today (12 June). The Pettah Central Bus Stand, one of the country's most important public transport hubs, was recently reopened following extensive re...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 11 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya graced the opening ceremony of the new Sasakawa Memorial Sri Lanka-Japan Cultural Centre in Colombo today (11 June) as the Chief Guest. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), and Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), were among the distinguished guests who attended the event. The opening of t...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 11 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sharda arrived at the port of Colombo on 10 Jun 26 for Operational Turnaround. In keeping with time-honoured naval customs, the Sri Lanka Navy extended a traditional welcome to the visiting ship upon her arrival. The Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) is under the command of Commander Kartik Sachdeva. During the ship's stay in the island, its crew is scheduled to ta...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 11 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) and Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) attended the National Day ceremony of the Russian Federation held at the ITC Ratnadipa Hotel in Colombo yesterday (10 June). Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment Upali Pannilage attended the event as the Chief Guest. The Am...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 11 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), attended as the Chief Guest at the successful first flight of the Sri Lanka Air Force's modernized Kfir C12 fighter aircraft held at SLAF Base Katunayake today (11 June). The Defence Secretary was received by the Air Force Commander, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe on his arrival at the venue. The event mar...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 9 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The outgoing Deputy High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, paid a farewell call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (09 June). During the meeting, the Defence Secretary and Dr. Pandey exchanged views on the longstanding and friendly relations between Sri Lanka and India. The Defence Secretary appre...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 9 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Australia and Sri Lanka's steadfast commitment to combating maritime crime entered a new chapter with the launch of the third phase of Operation Disi Rela, a joint maritime security initiative designed to safeguard regional waters against a range of evolving maritime threats. The operation ceremonially commenced on 08th June 2026 at the Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo. The operation Disi Rela 3 ...