Two Indian Navy Sail Training Ships, “Tharangini” and “Sudarshini” arrived at the port of Colombo yesterday on a training visit, The Navy said. They were welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with naval traditions on arrival.
The visiting ships will stay in Sri Lanka until 18th January and a selected group of officers and sailors of the Sri Lanka Navy will be given onboard training by the Indian Navy during the ships’ stay in Sri Lanka.
The Indian ships’ crew will also participate in a series of training programs arranged by the Sri Lanka Navy as a gesture of goodwill. The combined training modules would not only enhance the knowledge of both navies which have varied experiences in different environments, but also enhance mutual relationship and cooperation.
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa is due to vacate his official residence at Wijerama Mawatha, Colombo this morning, a Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) source said.
The Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill was passed by a majority of 150 in parliament today. However the opposition MP’s were absent during the voting.
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