Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 25 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The outgoing Naval Attache of the United States Embassy in Colombo, Lieutenant Commander Jessica De Mont, outgoing Deputy Defence Attache, Mr. Seth Nevins, and the incoming Naval Attache, Lieutenant Commander Samuel Gitlitz, called on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), and the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), on separate o...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 25 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The 8th Project Steering Committee (PSC) Meeting of the Reduction of Landslide Vulnerability by Mitigation Measures Project (RLVMMP), implemented by the National Building Research Institute (NBRI), was held today (25 June) at the Ministry of Defence. Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), in his capacity as Chairman of the Project Steering Committee, presided ove...
India, June 24 -- BHUBANESWAR, INDIA - In a significant move to tackle the legal complexities of land ownership and transactions in India, 'The Land Bankers' (thelandbankers.com) has officially launched its innovative, first-of-its-kind Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered platform at a premier hotel in Bhubaneswar. Strengthening its physical roots in the state, the company has established its first office at the IIT Research and Entrepreneurship Park in Bhubaneswar, along with a second branch a...
India, June 24 -- Aryan Shah, Director Saraswati Industries and Sai Tamhankar, Brand Ambassador Saraswati Industries GS Tea, a trusted name in the tea category with leading presence and stores in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa and Tamil Nadu, proudly announces acclaimed actor Sai Tamhankar as its brand ambassador. Since its launch in 1898, GS Tea has built a strong legacy rooted in authentic taste, quality, and the warmth of everyday moments. This collaboration with Sai Tamhankar marks a significa...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 24 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka, Mr. Marc-Andre Franche, and the World Food Programme (WFP) Representative and Country Director, Mr. Philip Ward, met with Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) for a discussion at the Ministry of Defence today (24 June). The meeting focused on the World Food Programme's ongoing work in Sri Lanka and provided an...
India, June 21 -- On the occasion of International Yoga Day, a community yoga session was organized at Millennium Apartment on Sunday morning. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from senior citizens, youth, and women. While senior citizens inspired everyone with their experience and discipline, the youth infused the event with fresh energy through their enthusiastic participation. This beautiful coming together of generations demonstrated that yoga is not limited by age but is a wa...
India, June 23 -- New Delhi, India: Tuesday 23.06.2026: As affluent Indian travelers increasingly seek personalised and experience-driven journeys over conventional package holidays, Delhi-based luxury travel specialist Journeys N Tales (JNT) is witnessing strong demand for bespoke travel experiences tailored to individual lifestyles, interests and aspirations.According to industry estimates, India's luxury travel segment continues to expand rapidly as travelers prioritise meaningful experiences...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 23 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The 'World Hydrography Day 2026' commemorative ceremony, organized by the Sri Lanka Navy in collaboration with the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office, was held today (23 June) at the "Wave n' Lake" Navy Hall in Welisara, commemorating the global observance that highlights the vital role of hydrography in navigational safety, marine environmental protection, and the sustainable use of ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 23 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The United States delivered an advanced Fleet Broadband satellite communication system to the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN), significantly enhancing maritime connectivity and operational capabilities across the Sri Lanka Navy's Offshore Patrol Fleet. The announcement was made during a special reception held onboard SLNS Gajabahu at the Port of Colombo on 22 June. The event was attended by Hon. De...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 23 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: General Kevin B. Schneider, Commander of the United States Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), who is currently on a three day official visit to Sri Lanka from 21 to 24 June 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo on 22 June. The Deputy Minister expressed his pleasure at the visit, noting that such high level e...