16th December 2024 14:00:35 Hours
During a solemn ceremony, Major General P K W W M J S B W Pallekumbura RWP RSP ndu psc of Gajaba Regiment, the former General Officer Commanding of the 12 Infantry Division, assumed office as the Chief of Staff (COS) of the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS) at an auspicious moment on 11 December 2024.
23rd September 2024 14:45:12 Hours
His Excellency, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, was sworn in this morning (23 September) as the 9th Executive President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. The ceremonial swearing-in took place before Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.
23rd September 2024 11:44:10 Hours
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, along with the Commanders of the Sri Lanka Army and the Sri Lanka Navy, made official courtesy visits to the Honourable Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, this morning (24 October 2024) at the Prime Minister’s Office.
21st August 2024 13:20:12 Hours
In line with the annual training programme of the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS), a workshop on ‘The Constitution of Sri Lanka and the Role of Military’ was successfully conducted on 16th August 2024 at the Auditorium of the Regimental Centre, Sri Lanka Armoured Corps, Colombo.
09th August 2024 23:05:43 Hours
In line with the annual training programme of the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS), a workshop on ‘The Role of Armed Forces in Civil Unrest’ successfully conducted on 08th August 2024 at the Auditorium of the Regimental Centre, Sri Lanka Armoured Corps, Colombo.
10th May 2024 14:21:40 Hours
During a solemn ceremony, Major General Nilantha Premaratne RSP USP psc of Sri Lanka Artillery, the former General Officer Commanding of the 23 Infantry Division, assumed office as the Chief of Staff (COS) of the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS) at an auspicious moment on 07 May 2024. The new COS assumed the office succeeding Major General Asanga Perera who was the former Chief of Staff at OCDS. The auspicious moment was marked by Major General Premaratne signing an official document, symbolizing the formal acceptance of his new responsibilities. Later, he was briefed by the respective heads of the OCDS, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the office's responsibilities.
24th April 2024 15:47:08 Hours
The esteemed visiting Iranian President, Dr. Ibrahim Raisi, was graciously received amidst a splendid Tri-Service Guard of Honour, magnificently exemplifying the warm reception extended to him at the Presidential Secretariat.
04th February 2024 17:10:03 Hours
Today (04 February), Sri Lanka proudly marked its 76th Independence Day with a dignified and grand ceremonial parade held at the historic Galle Face Green in Colombo. The nation, as a sovereign entity, celebrated this momentous occasion with fervour and reverence, highlighting its rich heritage and commitment to progress.
04th February 2024 08:20:40 Hours
Amidst a vibrant display of cultural heritage and traditions, Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin arrived in Sri Lanka today (03 February) to grace the 76th Independence Day as the Guest of Honour.
04th February 2024 05:20:40 Hours
In a resounding demonstration of long-standing military cooperation and mutual admiration, General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Sri Lanka, received a spectacular military guard of honour comprising the Indian Tri-Services during his recent official visit to India. The literal red carpet treatment upon his arrival underscored the warmth and importance of the occasion. General Shavendra Silva visited India at the invitation extended by the Indian CDS, General Anil Chauhan PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM to grace the Passing Out Parade of the Indian Military Academy (IMA). In line with the visit, the Sri Lankan CDS also visited and had bilateral discussions with the Indian Secretary Defence, CDS, Chief of Naval Staff, and a few other military hierarchies.