05th June 2026 17:38:54 Hours
In alignment with the visionary concept of the Presidential Secretariat along with the coordination of the Army Headquarters the Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone was illuminated and enriched this year with a magnificent ‘Dansala’. The grand welfare initiative was successfully executed through the joint collaboration of the Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers and the Sri Lanka Signal Corps.
05th June 2026 16:31:38 Hours
In line with the Government's Clean Sri Lanka Initiative and with the prior approval of Security Forces Headquarters (Wanni), 8 Field Engineer Regiment, Sri Lanka Corps of Engineers (SLE) successfully conducted a Leadership Development Programme for the prefects and student leaders of Parakramapura Maha Vidyalaya, Padaviya on a request made by the school principal.
05th June 2026 15:48:54 Hours
The Vavuniya District Vesak Zone 2026, jointly organized by the Vavuniya District Secretariat, , military establishments, and the Police, was successfully held on 30 and 31 May 2026 as part of the annual Vesak celebrations in the district.
05th June 2026 10:12:26 Hours
Major General W S Gamage RSP USP ndc psc assumed office as the 57th Military Secretary of the Sri Lanka Army on 04 June 2026 at the Army Headquarters. He took over duties from his predecessor, Major General B G S Fernando USP Hdmc psc, who has now assumed duties as the Commander of Security Forces (Central).
05th June 2026 07:12:51 Hours
Demonstrating their unwavering commitment to national emergency response, a dedicated contingent from the Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering (SLSME) comprising 3 x 32 spearheaded a critical fire suppression operation on 03 June 2026. The swift intervention controlled a major blaze that erupted in a Garment factory, located near the Nonagama Sudu Palama in Embilipitiya. Executed under the direct guidance and command of the Commandant of SLSME, Colonel TM Piros Jalal, the troops quickly deployed to the scene to fight the rapidly spreading flames, which threatened to engulf the entire textile warehouse and production facility.
04th June 2026 16:30:16 Hours
High-level delegations from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) recently conducted successive field evaluation visits to Sri Lanka Army demining sectors in Boo Oya and Mullativu, emphasizing international solidarity toward achieving a mine-free Sri Lanka.
04th June 2026 11:24:38 Hours
In commemoration of the sacred Vesak Full Moon Poya Day, the 1 Field Engineer Regiment successfully conducted a series of meritorious programmes at the Panagoda Sri Bodhirajaramaya Temple, following a task entrusted by the Security Force Headquarters - West (SFHQ-West). The programmes were organized under the guidance and supervision of SFHQ-WEST and in close collaboration with the Chief Incumbent and temple authorities of the Panagoda Sri Bodhirajaramaya. Bringing together military leadership, devoted troops, and members of the local community, the events beautifully reflected the spirit of generosity, mindfulness, and Buddhist heritage.For the second consecutive year, the 1 Field Engineer Regiment proudly hosted its signature ‘Kos Dansala’ (Jackfruit Alms Stall), offering refreshments to devotees and visitors who gathered to observe the Vesak festivities.
04th June 2026 10:53:03 Hours
The Corps of Sri Lanka Engineers secured First Place at the prestigious Vesak Lantern Competition held at the Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone 2026, reaffirming its excellence in creativity, craftsmanship, innovation, and cultural preservation. The Buddha Rashmi National Vesak Festival, jointly organized by the Gangaramaya Temple and the Presidential Secretariat, transformed Colombo into a vibrant hub of religious and cultural celebration.
04th June 2026 09:33:29 Hours
The Sri Lanka School of Military Engineering (SLSME) successfully hosted a series of religious and welfare activities at its premises on 30 May 2026. Organized under the guidance of the Commandant, Colonel T.M. Piros Jalal, the event was well-attended by the Staff of SLSME. The programme commenced with a Vesak sermon conducted by Venerable Debokkawe Chandawimala Thero. The sermon provided an opportunity for All Ranks to reflect upon the teachings of Lord Buddha and the significance of Vesak in cultivating compassion, wisdom and moral values.
01st June 2026 12:21:08 Hours
In commemoration of the sacred vesak season, the 11 Field Engineer Regiment successfully hosted a large-scale Dansal at the prominent Navatkuli Junction on the evening of 30 May 2026.
