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Commander of the Army Urges War Veterans to be Vigilant Against Illegal Foreign Job Scam that Recruits Individuals for Mercenary Roles in Abroad

2024-05-11 07:50:48

A group of retired War Heroes, who dedicated their lives to defending the country during the 30 years long conflict, have fallen victim to a scam governed by illegal...

Colonel of the Regiment of GR Addresses the Commanding Officers

2024-05-11 07:39:41

Major General W.H.K.S Peiris RWP RSP VSV USP ndu, the Chief of Staff (COS) of the Sri Lanka Army and Colonel of the Regiment of the Gajaba Regiment (GR), addressed the Commanding Officers of the GR at Army...

Chief of Staff Inspects Army Base Hospital in Kandy

2024-05-09 05:38:19

Major General W.H.K.S Peiris RWP RSP VSV USP ndu, the Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army, conducted an inspection at the Army Base Hospital in Kandy on 07 May 2024. This visit preceded the forthcoming ceremonial opening of the hospital.

The Sri Lanka Army and High Commission of India Collaborate to Artificial Limb Fitment Project

2024-05-09 05:36:01

The Sri Lanka Army, in bilateral cooperation with the High Commission of India in Sri Lanka, initiated a programme to manufacture artificial limbs at the Ranaviru Sevana, Ragama. This endeavour not only...

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News Features

'Ride with Pride' Bicycle Tour Concludes Journey of 1247 km

2024-05-11 17:33:03

The 'Ride with Pride' bicycle tour, which commenced on 28 April 2024 from Galle Face, culminated its journey of 1247 km on 11 May 2024, amidst the cheers of a gathering of Officers and Other Ranks at Galle Face...

BOM Meeting of Ranaviru Apparel Held

2024-05-10 16:18:29

The Board of Management (BOM) meeting at Ranaviru Apparel (RVAPL) held on 3 May 2024 and Major General S.P.A.I.M.B Samarakoon Hdmc Lsc, Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) of the Army presided the meeting.

SLAC Hosts Successful Inter Regiment Drill and Pace Stick Competition - 2024

2024-05-10 16:15:01

The Inter Regiment Drill/Pace Stick Competition - 2024, organized by the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (SLAC), concluded with an awarding ceremony at the Armoured Corps Training Centre (ACTC)...

64 Infantry Division Conducts Blood Donation Campaign

2024-05-10 16:11:42

64 Infantry Division, in collaboration with HQ 642 Infantry Brigade, organized a blood donation campaign at the 64 Infantry Division Headquarters on 06 May 2024. This initiative was undertaken at the request of the Mullaitivu...

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Cimic Activity

64 Infantry Division Conducts Blood Donation Campaign

2024-05-10 16:12:45

7 (V) SLAC Distribute School Items for Madagama Primary School Children

2024-05-09 17:45:50

Troops of 7 (V) Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (SLAC) organized a school items distribution programme as part of the 'Atha Hitha – 2024' initiative programme on 04 May 2024 at Madagama Primary School Kek....

232 Brigade Supports Schools in the Area

2024-05-08 17:32:12

232 Infantry Brigade in collaboration with the “Roshan Mahanama Trust” organized a project to erect a toilet complex for kids at Punnakudah Nagenahiru Pre School and vested in them during....

National Level Swimming Training Program Successfully Concluded in Point Pedro

2024-05-08 17:30:46

Under the guidance of the Commander, Security Forces - Jaffna, Major General M.G.W.W.W.M.C.B Wickramasinghe RWP RSP ndu psc, a National Level Swimming Training....

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Sewa Vanitha News

SLAWC - SVB Distributes Dry Ration and Essentials for Pregnant Female Soldiers

2024-05-09 20:29:34

Following the conceptual notion and guidance of the Mrs. Udula Kasturimudali, Chairperson of Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps – Seva Vanitha Branch (SLAWC-SVB) organized a distribution of essentials ....

SLASC Seva Vanitha Branch Organize a Donation for Expecting Mothers

2024-05-09 20:28:13

Extending the welfare activities further, Sri Lanka Army Service Corps Seva Vanitha Branch (SLASC-SVB) distributed baby items for pregnant spouses of Officers, Other Ranks and civil servants serving ....

SLACAL – SVB Donates Spectacles Among Civilians in Karandeniya

2024-05-09 18:15:20

2 (V) Sri Lanka Army Corps of Agriculture and Livestock Seva Vanitha Branch (SLACAL – SVB) organized a donation of spectacles on 06 May 2024 at the Regimental Headquarter auditorium in Karandeniya.....

SLA - SVB Launched School Accessories Donation Programme

2024-05-06 18:21:59

Sri Lanka Artillery - Seva Vanitha Branch (SLA - SVB) organized a school accessories donation program for 200 children of both Army and civil employees serving in SLA on 19 Jan 2024. The event, grace....

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Welfare News

14 Infantry Division HQ Unveils New Laundry Facility

2024-05-10 16:07:57

The opening ceremony of the Laundry facility at 14 Infantry Division Headquarters took place on 07 May 2024 with the objective of enhancing welfare facilities for the troops of the Division.....

58 Infantry Division Inaugurates New Additions to Its Premises

2024-05-03 14:15:48

58 Infantry Division in Puttalam unveiled its newest additions during a brief occasion held on 26 April 2024. During the event, Major General H.D.W.K.N Eriyagama RWP RSP, the General Officer Commandi....

19 SLNG Inaugurates a New Multi-Facility Complex

2024-04-29 20:18:27

19 Sri Lanka National Guard (19 SLNG) inaugurated its newly constructed multi-facility complex on 27 April 2024. Major P.S.R Perera, the Commanding Officer of 19 SLNG graced the event as the chief....

Inauguration of the Newly Constructed Indoor Badminton Stadium at SLAVF

2024-04-19 20:03:33

A newly constructed Indoor Badminton Stadium at the Sri Lanka Army Volunteer force (SLAVF) was declared open by Major General M.K Jayawardena RSP VSV USP ndu, the Commandant, SLAVF together....

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Training

SLAC Hosts Successful Inter Regiment Drill and Pace Stick Competition - 2024

2024-05-10 16:16:11

The Inter Regiment Drill/Pace Stick Competition - 2024, organized by the Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (SLAC), concluded with an awarding ceremony at the Armoured Corps Training Centre (ACTC).......

7 (V) SLAC Hosts Inaugural Unit Symposium & Diners' Club

2024-05-07 18:33:44

The 7 (V) Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (SLAC) hosted its inaugural Unit Symposium & Diners’ Club on 19 April 2024, themed "Infantry Role and Future Employability as a Volunteer Regiment."....

Another BSW Other Ranks Course Concludes at ITC

2024-05-06 16:15:07

Battalion Support Weapons Course - 99 (2024/I) conducted for Senior Non-Commissioned Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers recently concluded during a simple ceremony on 03 May 2024 at the Infantry ....

Engineer Officers and Other Ranks adorned with Qualification Badges

2024-05-03 12:55:06

The Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers hosted a ceremony to recognize and honor 56 Officers and 87 Other Ranks who successfully completed skill-developing courses on 30 April 2024. These courses included....

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UN_Activities

Sri Lanka Guard Unit in Mali Celebrates Sinhala & Hindu New Year Festival

2024-04-22 13:46:20

The troops of Sri Lanka Guard Unit (SLGU) celebrated the Sinhala and Hindu New Year on 13 April 2024 at the Gao Super Camp premises in Mali under the guidance of Colonel W.W.N.P Wickramaarachchi, the....

Contingent Commander of 15th Sri Lanka Force Protection Company in UNIFIL Assumes Duties

2024-04-09 16:14:53

Lieutenant Colonel D.K.D Vithanage RSP assumed duties as the Contingent Commander of 15th Sri Lanka Force Protection Company (FPC) in UNIFIL on 05 April 2024 at Sri Base Camp in Naqoura. ....

15th Contingent of SLFPC Departs for UN Peacekeeping Mission in Lebanon

2024-04-03 19:46:33

The 15th contingent of the Sri Lanka Force Protection Company (SLFPC) in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) left for Lebanon on 03 April 2024 amidst greetings and best wishes.....

14th contingent of SLFPC Returns Home after Successful UNIFIL Mission

2024-04-03 13:48:06

The 14th contingent of the Sri Lanka Force Protection Company (SLFPC) in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) returned to the island on 02 March 2024, after completing their service i....

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