DEFENCE SECRETARY CO - CHAIRS QUARTER BASED INTEGRATED PROGRESS REVIEW MEETING OF THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), co-chaired the Quarter Based Integrated Progress Review Meeting 2025 for the Second Quarter of the Ministry of Defence yesterday (29 September) at the Ministry auditorium, together with Mr. S.S. Mudalige, Director General of the Department of Project Management and Monitoring of the Ministry of Finance. The Department o...


DEFENCE SECRETARY GRACES THE 18TH INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE OF KDU

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), graced the inauguration of the 18th International Research Conference (IRC) of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) as the chief guest, today (30 September). This year's IRC, held under the theme "Bridging Frontiers: Interdisciplinary Research for Sustainable Progress", convened distinguished diplomats, ...


DISASTER MANAGEMENT CENTERS' QUARTER - BASED INTEGRATED PROGRESS REVIEW MEETING HELD AT THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 30 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Quarter-Based Integrated Progress Review Meeting for the Disaster Management Centre, relating to the Second Quarter of 2025, was held today (30 September) at the Ministry of Defence. The meeting was co - chaired by the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) and the Director General of the Department of Project Management and Monitoring of the Ministry of Finan...


Sometimes, Doctors Just Need a Little Help with Branding in the Digital Age

India, Sept. 29 -- Kolkata, India - In today's ever-changing healthcare world, medical expertise itself does not ensure the existence of a profitable practice anymore. Given the fact that more than 80% of patients search online, check reviews, and use social media before consulting a physician, visibility and digital trust have become paramount. Recognizing this change, Anttech Digital Marketing Agency, Kolkata helps doctors create powerful brands that go beyond prescriptions.The New Reality of ...


Art Supplies at Lightning Speed: Brustro Bridges Metro-Tier 2 Gap

India, Sept. 29 -- Kolkata, September 29, 2025 - Quick commerce, once synonymous with late-night groceries and instant essentials, is now transforming the way India's creative community works. Brustro, a leading premium art supplies brand, has announced its entry into instant delivery platforms including Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart and BigBasket, ensuring that artists across metros and tier-2 cities can access their tools as quickly as possible.The move is designed to eliminate delays in the creat...


V-Guard Announces Winners of the Big Idea 2025 Competition

India, Sept. 29 -- Kochi, September 29, 2025: The 15th edition of the V-Guard Big Idea competition, a flagship event by V-Guard Industries Ltd. to discover emerging young talent in the business and engineering fields, concluded successfully. In this annual national-level competition, Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, won first place in the Business Plan category, and VIT University, Vellore, secured the top spot in the Tech Design category.Mithun K. Chittilappilly, Managing Director, ...


WORLD TOURISM DAY 2025 CELEBRATIONS AND COLOMBO TRAVEL MART 2025 INAUGURATED AT ONE GALLE FACE

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Sept. 29 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: The World Tourism Day 2025 celebrations and Colombo Travel Mart 2025 were inaugurated at One Galle Face, Colombo on 27th September 2025 with participation of Deputy Minister of Tourism Professor Ruwan Ranasinghe. World Tourism Day celebrations begin in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO), and the A...


STEPS TAKEN TO ENFORCE THE LAW AGAINST INDIVIDUALS USING PROHIBITED AND ILLEGALLY PRODUCED "HAKKA PATAS" AND "CHEENA PATAS"

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 29 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: It has been reported that an illegal explosive called "Cheena Patas" is being produced in some parts of the island using raw materials and other chemicals issued for the firecracker and fireworks industry. Information has also been received that another illegal explosive called "Hakka Patas" is being manufactured using "Cheena Patas" and the raw materials used for firecracker and firewo...


DEFENCE SECRETARY GRACES 81ST ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE SLESA

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sept. 28 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The 81st Anniversary Celebration of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen's Association (SLESA) was held today (28 September) at the Grand Maitland Reception Hall in Colombo, with the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), attending as the Chief Guest. The Defence Secretary and other distinguished guests were warmly welcomed by the President of the SLESA, Lieutenant Colon...


IIHS LAUNCHES 1+2 PATHWAY WITH DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Sept. 28 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS) has proudly announced the official launch of its groundbreaking 1+2 Pathway with Deakin University, Australia, during Deakin Week Sri Lanka 2025 at IIHS Multiversity. This initiative marks a milestone in Sri Lanka's higher education landscape, offering students a seamless transition from local to global education. Under this new pathway, students complete...