Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 5 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The commissioning ceremony of the deep-sea patrol vessel as Samudravijaya, gifted to the Sri Lanka Navy by the United States Coast Guard to enhance the Navy's operational capabilities, was held under the patronage of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, this afternoon (04) at the Eastern Terminal premises of the Port of Colombo. The vessel was offici...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 5 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In an era where child safety is increasingly intertwined with the digital world, a vital cybersecurity awareness program was successfully conducted on 03 June 2026, for the officials of the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA). Organised under the strategic guidance of the Clean Sri Lanka Project, the intensive session aimed to equip the authority with the essential digital defence m...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The official launch of the "Sri Lanka National Anticipatory Action Roadmap 2026-2030" was held today (04 June) at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and climate resilience through proactive action. The Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), graced the event as the Chief Guest. D...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The ceremony for awarding permanent appointment letters to civil employees of the Sri Lanka Army was held on 01 June under the patronage of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd). Upon his arrival at Army Headquarters at Defence Headquarters Complex (DHQC), Kotte, he was received by the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo. The occasion...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) attended a reception hosted onboard Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) Taimur as a special guest last evening (03 June). PNS Taimur, together with PNS Aslat and the submarine PNS/M Hangor, arrived at the Port of Colombo on 01 June on a goodwill visit to Sri Lanka. The visiting naval units also called at the port for replenishment purpose...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Senior Colonel FU Xiao, the newly appointed Defence Attache of the Embassy of People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (04 June). During the meeting, the Defence Secretary and the Chinese Defence Attache held cordial discussions on matters of mutual interest and bil...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Airavat arrived at the Port of Colombo for Operational Turnaround on 01 Jun 26. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in compliance with time-honoured naval traditions. INS Airavat is a Landing Ship Tank, commanded by Commander IP Patil. During their stay in the island, the ship's crew is scheduled to take part in a series of professionall...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), accompanied by the President of the MOD Seva Vanitha Unit, Dr. (Mrs) Ruvini Rasika Perera graced the Sri Lanka Air Force Colours Night 2024-2025 as the Chief Guest at the Eagle's Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall, Attidiya, on 02 June. They were received by the Air Force Commander, Air Marshal Bandu ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The arrival of ten U.S.-donated TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters and the recent arrival of the former US Coast Guard cutter vessel in Sri Lanka marks another significant milestone in the Government's ongoing efforts to strengthen national security, modernize defence capabilities and deepen international partnerships in support of regional stability. These TH-57 helicopters are built on the Be...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In a display of naval tradition, the Sri Lanka Navy formally welcomed the Pakistan Navy Ships 'PNS Taimur' and 'PNS Aslat', alongside the submarine 'PNS/M Hangor', as they arrived at the Port of Colombo on 01 Jun 26. The Pakistan naval units made port in Sri Lanka for a goodwill visit as well as to fulfill replenishment. The visiting naval assets are commanded by a lineup of naval officer...