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Rear Admiral Princely Liyanage (Retd) embarks on ambitious quest for Guinness World Record
In a remarkable display of endurance and determination, Rear Admiral Princely Liyanage (Retd) commenced his attempt to set a new Guinness World Record today 20 Mar 26. The veteran naval officer began his grueling 48-hour challenge on a manual treadmill at 10:00 AM at the Naval Detachment Colombo, under the supervision of official world record adjudicators....
2026-03-20
Navy apprehends 53 individuals for illegal fishing practices
In an attempt to safeguard the country’s marine resources and ensure sustainable fishing practices, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a series of operations across the island's waters from 03 to 18 Mar 26. These efforts resulted in the apprehension of fifty-three (53) individuals engaged in various illegal fishing activities. During the raids, naval personnel also seized thirteen (13) dinghies and four (4) tractors used for these unlawful purposes....
2026-03-20
Navy dominates at 9th National Canoe Sprint Championship
The Sri Lanka Navy rowing team showcased their aquatic prowess at the 9th National Canoe Sprint Championship, securing an impressive haul of medals.Organized by the National Rowing Boat Association, Sri Lanka, the event took place from 12 to 14 Mar 26, at the Diyawanna Lake in Battaramulla....
2026-03-20
Sri Lankan Defence Delegation Engages in High Level Meetings in Japan
A high level Sri Lankan defence delegation, headed by the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), commenced a two-day official visit in Japan. This important engagement reaffirms the long standing friendship and strategic cooperation between the two nations, particularly in the sphere of defence collaboration and maritime security....
2026-03-20
Special Envoy Gor joined Sri Lanka Navy Chief of Staff Rear Admiral Damian Fernando aboard SLNS GAJABAHU
Special Envoy Gor joined Sri Lanka Navy Chief of Staff Rear Admiral Damian Fernando aboard SLNS GAJABAHU, a former U.S. Coast Guard cutter now in Sri Lanka Navy service symbolizing the strength of our longstanding maritime partnership. The fourth former U.S. Coast Guard cutter – ex-DECISIVE—now undertaking its Pacific journey to Sri Lanka, will further expand our maritime security partnership and regional cooperation....
2026-03-20
Navy thwarts smuggling attempt of Kendu leaves and Cardamom, 02 suspects nabbed in Puttalam
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a significant quantity of smuggled goods, including over 1,002kg of Kendu leaves (in wet weight) and approximately 116kg of Cardamom, during a search operation conducted at the Mampuri beach area in Puttalam on 15 Mar 26. The operation also led to the apprehension of 02 suspects and the seizure of a dinghy (01) used for the illegal transfer....
2026-03-19
Navy takes hold of massive haul of Kendu leaves off Chilaw
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a consignment of over 1,273kg of Kendu leaves during a search operation conducted in the seas off Chilaw on 15 Mar 26. ...
2026-03-19
Launch of "Shipwrecks around Sri Lanka" digital platform to bolster maritime heritage and diving tourism
Developed by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau with the extensive technical support and facilitation of the Sri Lanka Navy, the official launch of the "SHIPWRECKS AROUND SRI LANKA" website was held in Colombo on 12 Mar 26. The event was also attended by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda....
2026-03-18
JMSDF ship OONAMI departs island concluding goodwill visit
The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) ship OONAMI arrived at the port of Colombo on a goodwill and replenishment visit on 09 Mar 26. The visit concluded on 11 March, as the ship departed the island, receiving a formal farewell from the Sri Lanka Navy, in keeping with naval traditions at the Port of Colombo....
2026-03-18
Navy takes hold of illegal shipment of 2,000 sea cucumbers in Pallikuda
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 03 suspects and seized a haul of approximately 2,000 sea cucumbers during a search operation conducted in the Pallikuda area of Kilinochchi on 12 Mar 26....
2026-03-18
War Heroes Participate in a Naval Excursion
In accordance with the concept of the Commander of the Army and under the supervision of the Directorate of Veterans’ Affairs and Rehabilitation, war heroes at the Ranaviru Sevana Rehabilitation Centre, Mihindu Seth Medura and Abhimansala 1, 2, and 3 Wellness Resorts participated in a naval excursion on 04 March 2026 from the Galle Southern Naval Base for a whale-watching tour aboard the Sri Lanka Navy vessel “Lanka Devi”, with the approval of the Commander of the Navy....
2026-03-17
Eastern and Afloat Commands triumph at Inter-Command Hockey Championship 2026
The Inter-Command Hockey Championship 2026 of the Sri Lanka Navy concluded, showcasing exceptional sporting prowess and camaraderie at the hockey grounds of SLNS Lanka in Welisara. Held from 07 to 10 Mar 26, the tournament saw a spirited display of skill as athletes vied for the prestigious titles. In a series of gripping encounters, the Eastern Naval Command clinched the Men’s Championship, while the Afloat Command emerged victorious to secure the Women’s Championship....
2026-03-17
Navy seizes cocaine haul exceeding 255kg during maritime interdiction in western seas
In a decisive blow to drug trafficking, the Sri Lanka Navy intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler (01) carrying a stock of suspected narcotics during an operation conducted in the western seas off Beruwala. This operation, carried out under the national mission “A Nation United”, resulted in the apprehension of six suspects (06) and the seizure of the trawler used to smuggle the illicit substance....
2026-03-17
Navy seizes over Rs. 15 million worth of foreign-origin cannabis off Devil’s Point
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a haul of foreign-origin cannabis weighing approximately 78kg and 300g during a search operation conducted in the seas off Devil’s Point, Kilinochchi on 13 Mar 26....
2026-03-17
Sri Lanka Navy joins public awareness walk to mark World Obesity Day
In a move to promote public health and physical well-being, the Sri Lanka Navy participated in an awareness walk held on 07 Mar 26, at the Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo, marking the World Obesity Day. ...
2026-03-17
