Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), accompanied by the President of the MOD Seva Vanitha Unit, Dr. (Mrs) Ruvini Rasika Perera graced the Sri Lanka Air Force Colours Night 2024-2025 as the Chief Guest at the Eagle's Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall, Attidiya, on 02 June. They were received by the Air Force Commander, Air Marshal Bandu ...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The arrival of ten U.S.-donated TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters and the recent arrival of the former US Coast Guard cutter vessel in Sri Lanka marks another significant milestone in the Government's ongoing efforts to strengthen national security, modernize defence capabilities and deepen international partnerships in support of regional stability. These TH-57 helicopters are built on the Be...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In a display of naval tradition, the Sri Lanka Navy formally welcomed the Pakistan Navy Ships 'PNS Taimur' and 'PNS Aslat', alongside the submarine 'PNS/M Hangor', as they arrived at the Port of Colombo on 01 Jun 26. The Pakistan naval units made port in Sri Lanka for a goodwill visit as well as to fulfill replenishment. The visiting naval assets are commanded by a lineup of naval officer...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, June 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In line with the Vesak festival, the Ministry of Defence organized a series of religious programmes throughout the week within the Ministry premises. These religious observances included Dhamma discussions, almsgiving ceremonies, and Dansel which were conducted with the participation of the Ministry Staff. Several Dansels were also organized by various branches of the Ministry, throughout...