Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In a swift response to a distress call, the Sri Lanka Navy successfully rescued the crew of the Merchant Vessel (MV) INTEGRITY STAR on 25 Oct 25 and brought them to the Humbantota International Port today morning ( 26 Oct 25).The vessel was in distress due to failure in main engines approximately 100 nautical miles south of Sri Lanka and the crew was in a desperate situation. Upon receiv...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 23 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A high-level meeting was held at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake today (23 October) jointly chaired by the Deputy Minister of Ports and Aviation, Hon. Janith Ruwan Kodituwakku MP, and the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd). The meeting focused on reviewing matters related to strengthening the overall security of the Bandaranaike Inte...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 21 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Annual Passing Out Parade of the Hermann Loos and De Soysa Challenge Trophies for the year 2025 was successfully held today (21 October) at the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Training Centre in Rantambe. The event was graced by the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retired), as the Chief Guest. Upon his arrival, he was warmly welcomed by the Director of the NCC,...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 21 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A delegation of the Australian National Defence College's Defence and Strategic Studies Course (DSSC), led by Colonel Brandon Wood, called on the Sri Lankan Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayewardenepura, Kotte, today (21 October). Following a warm reception, the Defence Secretary had a cordial discussion with ...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 21 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Deen Brothers Imports (Pvt) Ltd, one of Sri Lanka's most trusted importers of agricultural, industrial, mechanical, technical tools and electric appliances, proudly emerged as a double Gold winner at the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2025, organized by the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL). At this year's ceremony, DBL achieved two of the highest accolades: So...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 21 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) once again teed up an unforgettable weekend of golf as the sponsor of the September Monthly Medal 2025 at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC), held on the 19th and 20th of September. The event, one of the most anticipated on the RCGC calendar, brought together top golfers across divisions, reflecting both the competitive spirit of the sport and the camaraderie it...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 21 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: For the first time in Sri Lanka, Casons Rent a Car, a leading family-run car rental company, has introduced a fleet of eco-friendly green vehicles to local roads. Founder and Chairman M.C. Zakir Ahamed said the company has acquired a new range of vehicles designed to minimise environmental impact and reduce carbon emissions. The fleet comprises fully electric vehicles (EVs) with zero tailpipe emissions, as w...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 20 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The No 3 Maritime Squadron of the Sri Lanka Air Force was bestowed with the President's Colour in appreciation of the yeoman service rendered to the Sri lanka Air Force and the nation. The honour was conferred by His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during a grand Presidents' Colour Awarding and Commissioning Parade held at the SLAF Academy in ChinaBay, Trincomalee, yesterday...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Oct. 19 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The traditional Commissioning Ball for the newly Commissioned Officers of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) was held with the graceful attendance of the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), as the chief guest, at the SLAF Academy China Bay, Trincomalee last evening of (18 October). The ceremony was held to welcome the newest group of officers entering national ser...