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President Inaugurates 'Deyata Kirula - 2014' Exhibition at Kuliyapitiya

HE the President Mahinda Rajapaksa, the conceptual architect of the ‘Deyata Kirula’ mega development exhibition that mirrors Sri Lanka’s post-conflict rejuvenation, ceremonially opened the 8th ‘Deyata Kirula - 2014’ at Kuliyapitiya Friday (21) evening, amidst a sea of heads, eagerly awaiting to visit the site exhibits. First Lady Ms. Shiranthi Wickramasinghe Rajapaksa......
Kegalle School Authorities Praise Army for Safe Use of School Premises

Sri Lanka Army’s gesture of gratitude in lieu of the accommodation facilities, provided to the troops by Kegalle Swarna Jayanthi Maha Vidyalaya during their Independence Day ceremony services, has come in for praise of the school authorities. The Principal, Mr A.J.M Sugathadasa of Kegalle Swarna Jayanthi Maha Vidyalaya, in a letter addressed to the Commander of the Army....
Construction of 12 Div New Headquarters Inaugurated

Major General Ubaya Medawela, Commander, Security Force Headquarters - Central (SFHQ - C), laid the foundation stone for construction of the proposed 12 Division Headquarters at Hambantota on Friday (21) at the invitation of the 12 Division General Officer Commanding.
Troops Entertain Inmates at 'Vaazhvaham' Home for Visually Handicapped

Children at “Vaazhvaham”, Home for visually-handicapped in Chunnakam, Jaffna, were recently provided a day full of fun by 14 Gemunu Watch (GW) troops of the 513 Brigade under Security Force Headquarters - Jaffna (SFHQ-J). Brigadier Priyantha Perera, 513 Brigade Commander, Lieutenant Colonel M.G.G.W. Rohana, 14 GW Commanding Officer, with the blessings....
Final 'Ranaviru Real Star' Mission IV Enters Exciting Final Stages

The ‘Ranaviru Real Star’ (RRS) Mission IV, the pet project among members of the tri-services that saw its birth on a concept of the Ministry of Defence and Urban Development, now dubbed as the world’s one and only Reality Show of the Armed Forces, telecast in the national Rupavahini, is to reach its sensational final rounds with less than 36 finalists, entering the final rounds in the fray.
Newest Hotel Resort, 'Laya Waves' Ready for Opening

Sri Lanka Army-owned Laya Hotel Chain is to open its latest beach resort, ‘Laya Waves’ in the panoramic sea setting at Pasikuda, Kalkuda in a couple of weeks, marking a new milestone in the sphere of Army hospitality industry. The newest resort with eight rooms includes special suites, restaurants, bar facilities and all other leisure opportunities, ideal for guests....
President Opens Architecturally Unique New Building at Colombo DSC & Gives Away Prizes

President Mahinda Rajapaksa as the Chief Guest graced the opening ceremony of the new primary school building and the prize-giving at Defence Services College (DSC), Malay Street, Colombo 2 this morning (25). At the entrance to the College premises, several students, clad in school uniforms, presented traditional sheaves of betel and bouquets to the Chief Guest, extending a warm welcome, together with school authorities and other distinguished guests present there. The oriental band of the school conducted the day’s Chief Guest.....
Ministers & Senior Army Officers Visit Army Exhibits at 'Deyata Kirula' at Kuliyapitiya

‘Deyata Kirula’ 2014 mega exhibition at Kuliyapitiya was opened to the public on Monday (24) by Hon Minister of Economic Development, Mr Basil Rajapaksa, in the company of Ministers, Deputy Ministers and a host of other invitees. Mr Rajapaksa, together with Hon Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa, Hon Deputy Minister of Finance and a couple of invitees.....
Final 'Ranaviru Real Star' Mission IV Enters Exciting Final Stages

The ‘Ranaviru Real Star’ (RRS) Mission IV, the pet project among members of the tri-services that saw its birth on a concept of the Ministry of Defence and Urban Development, now dubbed as the world’s one and only Reality Show of the Armed Forces, telecast in the national Rupavahini, is to reach its sensational final rounds with less than 36 finalists, entering the final rounds in the fray.
Countdown to Final 'Ranaviru Real Star' Mission IV Kicked Off with First Segment

The countdown to the year's mega talent show, "Ranaviru Real Star" Mission IV with its first 18 finalists began after opening the SMS channel for voting Wednesday (26) night at Ratmalana Sri Lanka Air Force base studio. None other than its conceptual architect, Mr Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Secretary Defence and Urban Development, together with Lieutenant General Daya Ratnayake, Commander of the Army, Navy and Air Force Commanders, Spouses of Mr Rajapaksa and tri service Commanders, was witness to Wednesday's recording of the first segment for Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, the official TV channel for telecasting.