Major General Harendra Pieris, from the Gajaba Regiment, has been appointed as the Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army effective today (16).
Maj. Gen. Pieris has been holding the position of Commander of the Security Forces - West until his appointment as Chief of Staff.
He received ‘Rana Wickrama Padakkama’ and ‘Rana Sura Padakkama’ for his bravery in combat operations, and was honoured with ‘Vishishta Seva Padakkama’ for his unmistakable service.
Moreover, Maj. Gen. Peiris is also fulfilling the role of Colonel Commandant of the Military Intelligence Corps.
Former Minister and leader of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) Douglas Devenanada was arrested by the Criminal investigation Department (CID) today.
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A total of 62 dental surgeons will be joining the health service of of Sri Lanka on Monday, December 29.
India has proposed an assistance package worth USD 450 million. It will include USD 350 million in concessional Lines of Credit and USD 100 million of grants.
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