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  • COMMISSIONING PARADE OF SLMA BESTOWED 279 YOUNG OFFICERS

    17th December 2023 02:47:06 Hours

    In a resplendent display of dedication and commitment to safeguarding the cherished sovereignty of Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) at Diyatalawa proudly witnessed the passing out of 279 officer cadets during a magnificent parade held at the Academy Parade Ground today (16 December). His Excellency President Ranil Wickremesinghe graced the occasion as the chief guest and symbolizing the grandeur and esteemed presidential commission of the passing out officer cadets.

  • OFFICER CADETS’ FINAL PRESENTATION HELD AT THE SRI LANKA MILITARY ACADEMY AUDITORIUM

    16th December 2023 16:25:18 Hours

    The Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) at Diyatalawa witnessed a remarkable culmination as the passing out officer cadets delivered their final presentation at the state of the art 'Sino-Lanka Friendship' auditorium yesterday (15 December) evening. This event served as a prelude to their imminent commissioning day, showcasing the dedication and knowledge of the cadets.

  • GRADUATION CEREMONY OF THE DSCSC HELD AT THE NELUM POKUNA

    15th December 2023 19:17:38 Hours

    The Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) celebrated a momentous occasion as the student officers of Course No17 graduated at the Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre yesterday (14 December). The ceremony was graced by the presence of His Excellency Ranil Wickremesinghe, the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, who served as the Chief Guest.

  • SRI LANKA UNVEILS NATIONAL HYDROGRAPHY OFFICE, MARKING A MILESTONE IN MARITIME SECURITY

    15th December 2023 18:11:54 Hours

    In a historic moment for the nation, the Sri Lanka National Hydrography Office officially opened its doors today at the Naval Complex in Welisara. Gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest was State Minister of Defence, Honourable Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, who entered the premises ceremonially alongside other dignitaries.

  • PAKISTAN HIGH COMMISSIONER PAYS FAREWELL CALL ON CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF

    14th December 2023 14:00:59 Hours

    In a warm and cordial meeting this afternoon (13 Dec 23), the High Commissioner of Pakistan, His Excellency Major General (R) Umar Farooq Burki, HI (M), paid his farewell 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 (OCDS).

  • AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE ADVISERS PAY COURTESY VISIT TO CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF

    14th December 2023 05:18:50 Hours

    The outgoing Defence Adviser (DA), Captain Ian Cain, and the incoming Defence Adviser Col Amanda Johnston for the Australian High Commission in Colombo paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, at his office today (13 December).

  • CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF GENERAL SHAVENDRA SILVA WITNESSED THE TRAINING FACILITES OF INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY

    14th December 2023 04:40:21 Hours

    The day prior to the Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun, General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, the Sri Lankan Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), in his arrival the Commandant of IMA, Lieutenant General Vijay Kumar Mishra AVSM conducted a briefing about IMA with the presence of General Officer Commandingin-Chief of Indian Army’s Western Command, Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar AVSM. Thereafter, the commandant IMA requested CDS to observe the training facilities and extracurricular amenities at IMA, including the library, swimming facilities, sports grounds, and club activities. During the visit, the CDS expressed admiration for the state-of-the-art facilities and the wellorganized training schedules implemented at IMA.

  • CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF PINS FIRST COMMISSIONING PIPS TO SRI LANKAN OFFICER CADETS AT THE PIPING CEREMONY OF INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY

    12th December 2023 14:45:00 Hours

    In a grand display of military tradition and camaraderie, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, graced the Piping Ceremony of the Indian Military Academy (IMA) following the Passing Out Parade at the invitation of the Commandant IMA Lieutenant General Vijay Kumar Mishra AVSM.

  • GENERAL SHAVENDRA SILVA CALLS ON INDIAN DEFENCE SECRETARY

    12th December 2023 14:24:53 Hours

    Highlighting the long-standing and robust military cooperation between India and Sri Lanka, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of Sri Lanka, General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary of India, Shri Aramane Giridha, during his official visit to attend the Passing Out Parade of the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun.

  • SRI LANKAN CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF HONOURED AT NATIONAL DEFENCE COLLEGE, INDIA

    10th December 2023 22:47:18 Hours

    The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Shavendra Silva WWV RWP RSP VSV USP ndc psc MPhil received a prestigious honour from the National Defence College, India. General Shavendra Silva is the current Chief of Defence Staff of Sri Lanka. He is a highly decorated officer with over 39 years of experience in defence sector. General Shavendra Silva has served in various capacities, including Chief of Staff and Commander of the Sri Lanka Army.