Ministry of Defence - Sri Lanka (MOD)

SVU donates house for War Hero - Kandy
It was a happy moment for Private Karunarathne and family. A dream come true. Private WMM Karunarathne- a war hero of the Sri Lanka Army Gajaba Regiment (GR) could own a place that he and his beloved family would call 'Home'.
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Navy facilitates the feast of St. Anthony's church at Palaithivu
Sri Lanka Navy provided facilities for the annual Feast of St.Anthony's Church at Palaithivu Island, which was held on 6th and 7th of February 2010.
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Summary of evidence completed and handed over to Army Commander
The summary of evidence over charges against retired General Sarath Fonseka, made in compliance with provisions of the Army Act was completed and handed over to the Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya on the weekend.
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A golden opportunity to serve the motherland as a graduate
Creating a golden opportunity to enter tri forces after obtaining a degree, the KOTHALAWALA Defence University is ready to recruit Officer Cadets for its Intake 28 in the year 2010.
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India considers more help to resettle the IDPs
India is considering Sri Lanka's request for additional aid to ensure resettlement of internally displaced persons. External affairs Minister S.M. Krishna said Sri Lanka had conveyed to India that it needs building material to house these IDPs.
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Tourism action plan for Eastern Province
A Tourism Development Action Plan for Eastern Province has been implemented by the Tourism Ministry aiming to boost the tourism sector in the province.
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Troops recover more military items
Sri Lanka Army Troops engaging the clearing and search operation in liberated areas yesterday (7th March) also recovered some warlike items hidden by the LTTE terrorists in the final phase of the war.
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Now there's suitable environment for women to live with self-esteem - President
Terrorism was a huge barrier to ensuring women's economic empowerment and guaranteeing their dignity, honour and security.
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Coconut oil production in North
Under the guidance of the Ministry of Plantation Industries, the Coconut Development Authority is to set up 10 large scale coconut oil production facilities in the North.
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India, Sri Lanka 'sister countries' - Nirupama Rao
India and Sri Lanka are "sister countries", which shared a "model, unique, and time-tested" relationship, stated the Indian Foreign Secretary, Nirupama Rao.
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