Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defence of the 10th Parliament convened under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday (07). During the meeting, progress on matters discussed at previous sessions was reviewed. It was noted that positive steps have been taken to address several proposals submitted by various parties, particularly concerning the release of lan...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The outgoing Ambassador of the United States, H.E. Julie Chung, paid a farewell call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (08 January), marking the conclusion of the envoy's diplomatic tenure in Sri Lanka. During the meeting, the Defence Secretary and the US Ambassador reflected on the strong and longstanding defence coope...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 7 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Chief of the Army Staff of Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (7 January). The Indian Army Chief arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday on an official visit. The Defence Secretary extended a warm welcome to General Dwivedi. During the meeting, both parties engaged in...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 7 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Chief of the Army Staff of Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo today (07 January). The Chief of the Indian Army arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday, commencing a two day official visit. The Deputy Minister extended a warm welcome to General Dwivedi and engaged in cordia...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 6 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A special awareness programme on the Proceeds of Crime Act, No. 5 of 2025, was conducted today (06 January) at the Ministry of Defence, aimed at educating the nation's security and legal leadership on the complexities of illicit wealth recovery. The session, held under the guidance of the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), focused on critical statutory obligati...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Jan. 3 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Earthfoam Private Limited, Sri Lanka's leading natural and organic latex-based mattress, topper, and pillow manufacturer and exporter, has emerged as a standout performer in the 2025 national awards season, securing five prestigious titles across multiple industry platforms. These recognitions reflect Earthfoam's excellence in value addition, agricultural innovation, sustainability, and export performance in S...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 2 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Members of all ranks from the Sri Lanka Army, Sri Lanka Navy and Sri Lanka Air Force have collectively donated a day's basic salary to the 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund, which established to restore livelihoods and rebuild the country following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. Accordingly, the total contribution made by the Tri-Forces amounts to LKR. 372,776,918.28. The cheques re...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Sri Lanka has received Humanitarian assistance from 22 foreign countries and the World Food Programme (WFP) to support communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. To ensure the proper management, coordination, and effective distribution of foreign relief supplies among the affected population, the President established the High-Level Committee for Foreign Relief Aid (Supplies) Coordination (HL...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: As we step into the New Year 2026, we do so as a nation that has shouldered the greatest reform programme and reconstruction effort in our modern history. Despite numerous challenges, the year 2025 laid the foundation for sustainable development rooted in our national aspirations. Among the significant economic achievements of the past year were the recording of the lowest budget deficit ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....