2021-11-08 16:31:44
The Centre for Defence Research and Development (CDRD) institute under the State Ministry of National Security and Disaster Management making great strides in the search for new innovations for development of both military and civilian technologies on Monday (8) handed over successfully completed 15 of their projects to the Ministry of Defence, tri-services and the Wildlife Conservation Department during a brief ceremony at the CDRD HQ at Panagoda.
2021-11-07 20:00:12
The first-ever 'Katina Cheevara' offering ceremony (Puja) in contemporary history at the historic Kuragala Raja Maha Vihara alias the Cave Temple at Kaltota, Balangoda got underway this morning (7) in conformity with ancient Buddhist traditions, headed by more than 200 buddhist monks and a gathering of devotees, including General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army and Mrs Sujeewa Nelson, President, Army Seva Vanitha Unit.
2021-11-07 10:26:10
The archaeologically unique, Balangoda Pooragala Raja Maha Vihara, more popularly known as Kuragala Cave Temple, which remained dilapidated, neglected and encroached by various interested elements for a long time in Kaltota, Balangoda rekindled its past glory and historical legacy and was re-vested in the 'Sasana' (doctrine of Buddhism) during its first -ever 'Katina Cheevara' offering ceremony (Puja) in contemporary history during the weekend (6-7 November).
2021-11-05 13:01:22
The re-awakened Kuragala Buddhist Temple which has been receiving Army manpower and technical expertise for its revitalization at the request of the incumbent is set to hold its first ‘Katina Cheevara Pooja’, (offer of new robes for rainy season) during 6-7 November at Kuragala Buddhist Temple premises.
2021-11-03 17:19:26
General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army at the invitation of the Security Force Headquarters - Jaffna (SFHQ-J) arrived in Jaffna this morning (3) in order to inaugurate a string of mega projects of national and social importance.
2021-11-01 12:51:44
The national vaccination drive, spearheaded by members of the armed forces as recommended by the Ministry of Health, commenced one more progressive phase on Monday (1) by providing the 3rd dose or the booster dose to frontline health workers including tri-service men, Policemen, health and tourism sector personnel and other selected front liners.
2021-10-26 13:05:00
The Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Land Forces, General of the Army, Oleg Salyukov of the Russian Ministry of Defence on Monday (25) morning formally extended a warm reception to his Sri Lankan counterpart, General Shavendra Silva, Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Army who is now in Moscow on the invitation of the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Land Forces.
2021-10-21 17:31:27
Founded in 1988, the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (VIR) troops asking themselves, “What cannot they bear, those who are adept and well versed in their arts, crafts and professions” as engraved in their motto added more strength to their Boyagane Regimental HQ this morning (21) by fortifying it with a state-of-the art Parade Ground of high standards, thanks to the efforts of the VIR’s Colonel of the Regiment, Officers and All Ranks.
2021-10-17 18:52:58
The landmark unification of Reserve Strike Divisions, Special Operations Forces and elements of other arms in the Sri Lanka Army as 1 Corps of the Sri Lanka Army occurred this morning (17) during a formal ceremony at Saliyapura Gajaba Regiment Regimental HQ premises as promulgated in the Army Commander's 'Way Forward Strategy 2020-2025' for the organization.
2021-10-16 23:53:40
The visiting Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, General Manoj Mukund Naravane after his hectic but friendly sojourn in Sri Lanka on a five-day long goodwill visit was hosted to a formal banquet last evening (15) at the Army Headquarters during a colourful entertaining event dignified by the presence of his host General Shavendra Silva....
