Johnnie Walker Blue Label Launches India-Inspired Festive Blend

India, Nov. 10 -- The limited-edition blend draws on India's culinary traditions, with flavour notes inspired by spices and ingredients associated with festive occasions. Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Johnnie Walker has announced the launch of Johnnie Walker Blue Label Festive Blend, a limited-edition expression inspired by India's culinary traditions. The company describes the release as the first India-inspired blend in the nearly 200-year history of Johnnie Walker Blue Label. The expression is...


DR. NEVILLE FERNANDO MEMORIAL AIR FORCE HOSPITAL CEREMONIALLY REOPENED

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 9 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Dr. Neville Fernando Memorial Air Force Hospital in Malabe, managed by Sky Care Hospital Management Ltd., was ceremonially reopened today (09 November) at a ceremony held at the hospital premises, with the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, attending as the Chief Guest. The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), and the Defenc...


DEPUTY MINISTER OF DEFENCE FOCUSES ON ENHANCING THE EFFICIENCY OF ONBOARD SECURITY TEAM OPERATIONS

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 9 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A special meeting to review the operational and financial progress of the Sri Lanka Navy's Onboard Security Team (OBST) support operations was held recently at the Parliament Complex, chaired by the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd). The discussion primarily focused on observations and concerns raised during the Deputy Minister's recent inspection of the Pe...


SRI LANKA AIR FORCE INAUGURATES THE DR NEVILLE FERNANDO MEMORIAL AIR FORCE HOSPITAL IN MALABE

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 9 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: 2026-11-09 14:59:16 By SLAF Media 8 Comments -- > SRI LANKA AIR FORCE INAUGURATES THE DR NEVILLE FERNANDO MEMORIAL AIR FORCE HOSPITAL IN MALABE The Sri Lanka Air Force marked a significant milestone in its healthcare services with the re-opening of the Dr Neville Fernando Memorial Air Force Hospital in Malabe, held today (09 November 2026). The occasion was graced by the Honourable Minister of Health and Mas...


WISHING YOU ALL A PEACEFUL AND JOYOUS DEEPAVALI...

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 8 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....


DEPUTY MINISTER OF DEFENCE AND DEFENCE SECRETARY ATTEND 82ND ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY AND POPPY FLOWER CEREMONY

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 8 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The 82nd Armed Forces Remembrance Day and Poppy Flower Ceremony was solemnly commemorated today (08 November) at the Cenotaph War Memorial in Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo, honouring the memory of Sri Lankan Armed Forces personnel who made the supreme sacrifice in defence of the nation. Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya attended the ceremony as the Chief Guest, while Deputy ...


2026 POPPY COMMEMORATION HELD UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE PRIME MINISTER

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 8 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: 2026-11-08 17:15:07 By SLAF Media 8 Comments -- > 2026 POPPY COMMEMORATION HELD UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE PRIME MINISTER The main commemorative ceremony marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day and Poppy Commemoration was held on 08 November 2026 at the War Heroes' Monument, Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. The annual commemoration is organised ...


SLAF INTER UNIT DRILL COMPETITIONS CONCLUDE ON A HIGH NOTE

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 7 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: 2026-11-07 06:52:51 By SLAF Media 8 Comments -- > SLAF INTER UNIT DRILL COMPETITIONS CONCLUDE ON A HIGH NOTE The 'Inter Unit Drill Competition 2026 concluded on a high note today (06 November 2026) at the Parade Square of SLAF Base Katunayake. This significant event, taking place after a two-year hiatus, was graced by the presence of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, who attended ...


AIR FORCE MUSEUM AT SLAF BASE RATMALANA CELEBRATED IT'S 17 TH ANNIVERSARY

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 7 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release: 2026-11-07 05:58:11 By SLAF Media 8 Comments -- > AIR FORCE MUSEUM AT SLAF BASE RATMALANA CELEBRATED IT'S 17 TH ANNIVERSARY The Air Force Museum at SLAF Base Ratmalana celebrated its 17 TH Anniversary on 05 November 2026 under the guidance of the Commanding officer, Group Captain KAASK Munasinghe. Anniversary commenced with the customary Working Parade reviewed by the Commanding Officer Group Captain KAASK M...


DEPUTY MINISTER OF DEFENCE HIGHLIGHTS JAPAN'S CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR SRI LANKA'S DEFENCE AND DEVELOPMENT

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nov. 6 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Japan's longstanding support for Sri Lanka in strengthening its defence capabilities, maritime security and national development reflects the strong and enduring partnership between the two countries, Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) said while gracing as the Chief Guest at the reception commemorating the 72nd Anniversary of the founding of the Japan Self-De...