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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

2024-05-16 21:57:35

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...

New High Commissioner of Pakistan Extends Courtesies to the Army Chief

2024-05-16 21:56:35

The newly-appointed High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Major General (R) Faheem Ul Aziz, HI (M) paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu...

Army Chief Commends Retiring Major General’s Notable Service

2024-05-16 21:55:30

The Commandant of the Sri Lanka Army Volunteer Force (SLAVF) and Colonel Commandant of Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers (SLE), Major General M.K Jayawardena RSP VSV USP ndu, prior to his retirement from the...

State Minister of Defence Visits Commando Regiment

2024-05-14 22:10:32

The State Minister of Defence, Hon Premitha Bandara Tennakoon, made an official visit to the Regimental Center Commando Regiment on 06 May 2024. Upon his arrival, the State Minister of Defence was warmly welcomed by the Colonel of the Regiment Commando Regiment, Major General...

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Sri Lanka Army Takes Proactive Steps to Curb Illegal Activities Among Personnel

2024-05-16 17:55:29

Under the direction of Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, the Sri Lanka Army Headquarters hosted an important awareness conference focused on preventing Army...

Commander, SF-East Conducts Courtesy Visits in Batticaloa

2024-05-16 17:55:08

The Commander, Security Forces - East (SF-East), Major General S.A Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc, paid courtesy visits to several key leadership roles in Batticaloa on 13 May 2024, after assuming his duties in the new appointment...

Cornerstone Laid for One More New House for another Needy Family

2024-05-16 17:54:45

The foundation stone laying for construction of one more new house for a needy family living in Seruwila was held on 12 May 2024 during a simple ceremony. This programme was organized by the troops of 9 Vijayabahu infantry Regiment (9 VIR)...

12 VIR Culminated Battalion Training Package at BTS - Alankulam

2024-05-16 17:53:45

Following the direction of Army Headquarters and Commander, Security Forces - Wanni Major General W.P.A.D.W Nanayakkara RSP VSV USP ndu, the Battalion Training Course No. 36 of the 12th Vijayabahu...

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Cimic Activity

Cornerstone Laid for One More New House for another Needy Family

2024-05-15 18:28:46

9 VIR Organized a Lunch Treat for Students

2024-05-15 18:27:49

Under the guidance of Major General P.A.M Peiris RSP USP psc, the General Officer Commanding, 22 Infantry Division, the troops of 9 Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment (9 VIR) initiated a program to provide....

56 Infantry Division Holds Eye Clinic for Vavuniya Residents

2024-05-15 18:13:51

The 17 Sri Lanka Light Infantry (17 SLLI) under command to 562 Infantry Brigade organized an Eye Clinic at Rajendrakulam Tamil Mixed School on 12 May 2024 with the aim of assisting visually impaired ....

Foundation Stone Laid for One More New House for Another Needy Family

2024-05-14 22:07:19

The 12 Infantry Division laid the foundation stone for a needy family residing in Maligawila, Monaragala on 10 May 2024. This endeavor was sponsored by Mr. Chaminda Welegama, coordinated under the....

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Sewa Vanitha News

SLE-SVB Vested another New House for a Civil Employee

2024-05-16 15:21:00

Further extending the welfare projects towards the members of the Sri Lanka Army, Mrs. Shammi Jayawardena, the President, of Sri Lanka Engineers Seva Vanitha Branch (SLE-SVB) warmed another new house....

Members of SLSR-SVB Visits Abimansala III, Kurunegala

2024-05-15 14:13:15

The Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment - Seva Vanitha Branch (SLSR - SVB) visited the Abimansala III, Kurunegala on 11 May 2024 with the intention of inquiring about the wellbeing of War Heroes undergoing.......

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 ....

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Welfare News

Inauguration of 'Field View' Holiday Bungalow

2024-05-15 14:34:53

The long-awaited 'Field View' Holiday Bungalow was inaugurated on Monday (13) at the Engineer Services Central Workshop premises in Habarakada. Major General A.H.L.G Amarapala RWP RSP ndc psc,....

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....

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Training

12 VIR Culminated Battalion Training Package at BTS - Alankulam

2024-05-16 17:57:25

Following the direction of Army Headquarters and Commander, Security Forces - Wanni Major General W.P.A.D.W Nanayakkara RSP VSV USP ndu, the Battalion Training Course No. 36 of the 12th Vijayabahu....

7 GW Completes Battalion Training Package at Punani

2024-05-15 18:35:53

7 Gemunu Watch (GW) completed its Battalion Training on 10 May 2024 at the Battalion Training School in Punani and Major General S.A Kulatunge RWP RSP VSV USP psc, Commander, Security Forces - East....

Training Program on Mental Health and Wellbeing Held at 61 Infantry Division

2024-05-15 18:35:18

The 61 Infantry Division conducted a training program at the 2 (V) Sri Lanka Light Infantry lecture hall on 08 May 2024. The sessions were conducted by Specialist Psychiatrist Brigadier R.M.M Monarag....

Passing Out Parade and Award Ceremony Held at Army Indoor Stadium, Panagoda

2024-05-14 22:02:09

Passing out parade of Physical Training Instructors courses, Basic Swimming Course and awarding of NVQ Level 4 certificate for the 1st Batch of 2024 held on 07 May 2024 at Army Indoor Stadium....

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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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