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  • More Community Projects Launched


    6 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (VIR) troops in the 221 Brigade of the 22 Division organized two “Shramadana campaigns” in the premises of the Public library of Nilaweli, Kuchichiweli and Nawachchilei Junior School, Kuburupiddi during Nov 22- 23. Meanwhile, another “Shramadana campaign” was organized by 27 Sri Lanka National Guard (SLNG) troops in the 222 Brigade to clean Sanpahan......

  • Malaysian Defence Force Chief Greets Commander


    General (Dr) Zulkifeli Bin Mohd Zin, Chief of Malaysian Defence Force currently attending the South and Southeast Asian Nations (SASEAN) Defence Chiefs’ Dialogue 2014 in Colombo at the invitation of Ministry of Defence, paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Daya Ratnayake Thursday (27) afternoon at the Army Headquarters.
  • 'Sammabhimani' Goes to Buttala


    One more leg of the ‘Sammabhimani’ spiritual programme, conducted by Ven Uduwe Dhammaloka Thero with the backing of the Army to enhance moral development of the general public got underway at Yudhaganawa Rajamaha Viharaya in Buttala on Monday (24). On the directions of Major General Mano Perera, Commander, Security Force Headquarters-Central (SFHQ-C) troops of 12 Division organized the event.

  • SFHQ-West Marks Its Second Anniversary


    SFHQ-West, deployed in Western Province marked its second anniversary on Thursday (27) at the Headquarters premises in Panagoda. Troops presented a Guard Turnout and a Guard of Honour to their Commander, Major General U.A.B Medawela when he arrived at the location as the Chief Guest. A customary troop address, delivered by the chief guest  and an all rank tea party organized by the staff at SF Headquarters were also held with the participation of senior officers, officers and other ranks. 
  • Commander Spells out New Initiatives & Welfare Measures Introduced to the Army

     


    Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Daya Ratnayake, addressing the troops in the Jaffna peninsula Friday (28) noon, reminded them of the significance of national security, discipline and explained to them the series of welfare measures that had been hitherto effected by the Army for the best interests of the troops, thanks to the support of the President and the Secretary of Defence and Urban Development.
  • Inter Regiment Athletic Championship Ends With New National & Army Records

    The closing ceremony of the 51st Inter Regiment Athletics Championship of the Army and award of trophies for winners, took place at the Sugathadasa National Stadium Wednesday (26) evening with all the pomp and ceremony of a high standard sports event. Organized by the Army Athletics Committee, presided by Major General Amal Karunasekara.......

  • Malaysia's Defence Force Chief & Bangladesh Military Academy Commandant Add Colour to PoP at Diyatalawa



    Malaysia’s Chief of Defence Force, General (Dr) Zulkifeli Bin Mohd Zin, graced the 85th Passing out Parade (PoP) of the Diyatalawa Sri Lanka Military Academy (SLMA) as the Chief Guest on Sunday (30). Similarly, Major General Muhammad Jahangir Kabir Talukder, Commandant, Bangladesh Military Academy currently in Sri Lanka was also present at the PoP ceremony as a distinguished guest at the invitation of the Army, together with his spouse and two other senior Army officers.
  • Commander Spells out New Initiatives & Welfare Measures Introduced to the Army


    Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Daya Ratnayake, addressing the troops in the Jaffna peninsula Friday (28) noon, reminded them of the significance of national security, discipline and explained to them the series of welfare measures that had been hitherto effected by the Army for the best interests of the.....
  • Admin Inspection at SFHQ - MLT Completed


    The routine administrative inspection of the Security Force Headquarters - Mullaitivu (SFHQ-MLT) took place on Monday (24), headed by Major General Prasad Samarasinghe, Chief of Staff. On arrival at SFHQ-MLT, he was welcomed by Major General Jagath Dias, Commander, SFHQ-MLT. Senior Directors in the Army participated.
  • New Welfare Shop in Kilinochchi Opened


    A new welfare shop that offers herbal drinks, fruit juice, meals and other essential services was opened in Kilinochchi on Wednesday (19) by Major General Sudantha Ranasinghe, Commander, Security Force Headquarters - Kilinochchi (SFHQ-KLN). Troops serving the area can get boot mending services, tailoring facilities and hair cutting service from this....