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“Zambian Army Chief’s Visit Endorses Sri Lanka’s Friendly Ties & Sound Relations” - Lt Gen Shavendra Silva

2020-02-24

“The arrival of the Army Commander of Zambia to the Army Headquarters this morning (24) reaffirms the goodwill, sound relations and close understanding that...


Kokatiyagollewa Villagers with Army Support Give Away Essentials to Remote Villages

2020-02-24

A group of community welfare-conscious villagers at Medawachchiya, Kokatiyagollewa, headed by Ven Mahavilachchiya Wimala Thero recently visited remote Vikumpura and Kondachchi villages in the general area...


More Kerala Ganja Stocks Apprehended

2020-02-24

Troops of the 15 (Volunteer) Gemunu Watch of the 542 Brigade in the 54 Division under the Security Force HQ - Wanni on Sunday (23) during a search at Kunchikulam Roadblock along Mannar-Madu road apprehended a stock of 12 kg of Kerala Ganja...


Troops' Initiative Gets Drinking Water Storage for Tikkana Villagers

2020-02-24

With the financial contribution given by Ven. Rideegama Gnaneshwara Thero, a 5000 ltr plastic water tank was installed in the Tikkana Village - Kathiraveli fulfilling a long-felt requirement for drinking water. The gesture coincided with the forthcoming...


Troops Assist Control Bushfire in Bothale - Mirigama

2020-02-23

Troops of the Sri Lanka Sinha Regimental (SLSR) Centre of the 141 Brigade under the 14 Division of the Security Force Headquarters - West (SFHQ- West) swiftly took urgent measures to contain a fast spreading wild bushfire in the general area of...


593 Brigade 11th Anniversary Marked

2020-02-23

Giving pride of place to Buddhist, Hindu and Catholic religious observances, the 593 Brigade HQ marked its 11th Anniversary on Friday (14) at its premises in Nayaru.


Zambian Army Commander Pays Tribute to War Heroes

2020-02-23

The Zambian Army Commander, Lieutenant General W.M Sikazwe who arrived in Sri Lanka this morning (22) joined a solemn ceremony at Sri Jayawardenepura War Heroes’ Monument and paid tribute to their memory before his itinerary in Sri Lanka got to a start.


'Uthura Dakuna Yaakarana Sanhidiyawe Sithuwam Pawura' Paints Mallavi School Buildings

2020-02-23

To coincide with the theme of “Uthura Dakuna Yaakarana Sanhidiyawe Sithuwam Pawura”, troops of the 17 (Volunteer) Sri Lanka Light Infantry (SLLI) mobilized students to draw paintings on building walls of the Mallavi Central College premises during 14 - 18 February, following a suggestion made by the General Officer Commanding 65 Division, Major General D.M.H.D Bandara.


Kilinochchi Civilians Participate in Dialogue with 57 Division KLN

2020-02-23

Officer-In-Charge of all Police Stations, Special Task Force, Grama Niladari Division Officers, Religious Leaders, School Principals and many other relevant government authorities, including civilians in the general area of Kilinochchi assembled on Tuesday (18) at the 57 Division HQ premises and discussed ways and means of promoting security networks and maintaining of law and order in their respective areas.


Jaffna Troops Engage In Meditation Programme

2020-02-23

To coincide with the Hindu religious festival 'Maha Shiva Rathri' on Friday (21), a three-day meditation programme in coordination with Heartfulness Meditation Institute - India was organized by the Security Force Headquarters-Jaffna during 21 - 23 February at the Thalsevana Army Holiday Resort, Kankesanthurai.