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  • CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF ATTENDS 58TH DEFENCE DAY CELEBRATION OF PAKISTAN

    08th September 2023 15:36:21 Hours

    The High Commission of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Sri Lanka celebrated the 58th Defence Day of Pakistan in glee last evening (07th September) at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) WWV RWP RSP USP ndc psc MPhil graced this year’s celebrations as the chief guest.

  • CDS ATTENDS THE 16TH INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE AT KDU

    07th September 2023 21:21:34 Hours

    General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) successfully commenced the 16th International Research Conference (IRC) morning today (07th September 2023) in the Faculty of Graduate Studies Auditorium with the presence of the National Security Advisor to the President, Mr Sagala Ratnayaka as the chief guest.

  • NEW VICE CHANCELLOR OF KDU PAYS A COURTESY CALL ON CDS

    06th September 2023 16:45:16 Hours

    Respecting the tradition, the new Vice Chancellor (VC) of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara, VSV, USP, psc, MMaritimePol, BSc (DS), paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil today (06 September) at the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS).

  • SLESA CELEBRATES 79TH ANNIVERSARY

    04th September 2023 16:28:30 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) celebrated its 79th Anniversary with the graceful presence of the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence General Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) WWV RWP RSP USP ndc psc MPhil as the chief guest today (03 September 2023) at the Eagles' Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall, Attidiya.

  • THE CONTRIBUTION TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF KURAGALA TEMPLE IS APPRECIATED

    03rd September 2023 19:00:01 Hours

    The Kuragala Buddhist Monastery under the blessings of the Chief Incumbent of the historic Nelligala International Buddhist Centre and the Chief Sanga Nayake of Rathnapura Maha Disawa, Most Venerable Vathurakumbure Dharmakeerthi Sri Mangala Dharmarathanabhidan Thero had organised a felicitation ceremony yesterday evening (01 September 2023) to respect and appreciate the invaluable commitment and contributions made in successfully construction of the temple. This felicitation ceremony which was scheduled to be taken place in the previous year forced to reschedule in this year due to the prevailing situation in the country then. The event was also blessed by the gracious presence of the Anunayaka theros of Asgiri and Malwathu Chapters along with a large number of Maha Sanga.

  • CDS ATTENDS THE NDC INDIA ALUMNI DINNER

    29th August 2023 09:58:22 Hours

    The High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, in commemorating 50 years of association National Defence College (NDC), India and Sri Lanka Armed Forces organised the NDC India Alumni Dinner in the evening hours yesterday (28 August 2023) at Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo. This was also hosted as a formal reception of the visiting delegation of the Indian NDC.

  • SRI LANKA VOLUNTEER NAVAL FORCE RECEIVES PRESIDENT’S COLOURS AT A GRAND CEREMONY

    19th August 2023 09:15:58 Hours

    Sri Lanka Volunteer Naval Force (SLVNF) was honoured by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency the President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday evening (18 August) by awarding President’s Colours in a spectacular ceremony held at Sri Lanka Naval Ship Nipuna, Pitiwella, Boossa, Galle.

  • NEW DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL SECURITY DEPARTMENT PAYS A COURTESY CALL ON CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF

    18th August 2023 18:26:44 Hours

    The newly-appointed Director General (DG) of the Civil Security Department (CSD) Air Vice Marshal Roshan Biyanwila VSV, USP, MBA (UK), ndc (Ind), psc this morning (18 August 2023) paid a courtesy call on the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil at the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff premises.

  • MAJOR GENERAL SHANTHA KUMARA PAID A FAREWELL CALL ON THE CDS

    18th August 2023 15:38:55 Hours

    Respecting the accepted customs and traditions in the military, the Colonel Commandant of the Corps of Engineer Services (CES) and Director General, Directorate of Engineer Services in Army Headquarters Major General Shantha Kumara visited the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS) yesterday (17 August) along with spouse and called on the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil prior to retirement from the Army.

  • RETIRING REAR ADMIRAL ASANGA RANASURIYA CALLS ON CDS

    18th August 2023 13:01:37 Hours

    Rear Admiral Asanga Ranasuriya RSP* USP psc of the Sri Lanka Navy, after a landmark career over 33 years to the nation called on the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil yesterday (17 August 2023) together with his spouse Mrs Dulmini Ranasuriya.