Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 5 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Defence Attache of Embassy of Italy in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Captain (Navy) Armando Paolo SIMI, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Defence Ministry today (5 February). Following a warm reception, the Defence Secretary held a cordial discussion with the Italian Defence Attache on matters of bilateral impor...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 5 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The High-Level Committee for Foreign Relief Aid (Supplies) Coordination (HL-FRAC) convened another session this week (03 Feb) at the Parliament Complex under the chairmanship of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd). The meeting aimed to review the coordination of foreign relief assistance and to implement decisive measures that guarantee full transparency a...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Sri Lanka's 78th National Independence Day was celebrated today (04 February) with a grand state ceremony held at Independence Square in Colombo under the theme "Rebuilding Sri Lanka." President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the event as the Chief Guest and presided over the commemorative proceedings. The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), and the Defe...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The full speech delivered by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the 78th National Independence Day celebrations. Today, we celebrate the 78th National Independence Day. In 1948, we gained independence after 133 years of harsh and oppressive colonial rule. For centuries, our ancestors sacrificed their blood, tears and sweat for this motherland in resistance to colonialism. As a result o...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: We commemorate the 78th National Independence Day at a historic moment when, despite numerous challenges, our country is moving steadily forward while regaining economic stability. As Sri Lankans, through our collective struggle, we have within a short period of approximately eighteen months succeeded in achieving tangible economic progress. Amidst adversity, acting collectively and with d...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 4 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: The Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), attended a reception held in honour of the Diplomatic Corps today (04 February) at the Cinnamon Grand hotel in Colombo. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Hon. Vijitha Herath, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The reception provided an opportunity for cordial interaction and the further...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: A high-level progress review meeting on the renovation of the Pettah Bus Terminal in Colombo was held Today (03 February) at the Ministry of Defence chaired by the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd). During the meeting, a comprehensive review was conducted on the renovation project, which is being implemented by the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) with the objective...
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 3 -- Ministry of Defence and Urban Development issued the following news release: In a proactive effort to strengthen the nation's digital security, under the direction of the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence and the Chief of National Intelligence, the Defence Cyber Command (DCC) of the Ministry of Defence conducted its second Cybersecurity Awareness Program on 30 January (2026) for the staff of the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs, including national-level Women...
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Feb. 2 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news: The Sri Lanka Institute of Packaging (SLIP) marked a significant milestone with the successful conclusion of its 50th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The landmark event brought together past presidents, distinguished guests, and members of the Institute, providing an opportunity to reflect on SLIP's journey and reaffirm its commitment to advancing Sri Lanka's packaging industry. Presenting his Annual Report, Pr...