Sri Lanka Navy

Navy nabs 36 suspects for involvement in illegal harvesting of sea cucumbers in Illuppukadawai seas

The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 36 individuals along with a haul of 1750 Nos sea cucumbers during a search operation conducted in the sea of Illuppukadawai, Mannar in the dark hours of 30 Mar 26. The search operation also led to the seizure of 06 dinghies and diving gear used for this illegal act. ...

2026-04-02

Navy thwarts smuggling attempt; 02 suspects apprehended with 98kg of cardamom

The Sri Lanka Navy ward off a smuggling attempt in the seas of Kirimundalama, Kalpitiya on 31 Mar 26, seizing about 98kg haul of cardamom and apprehending 02 individuals involved in the illegal transfer....

2026-04-02

Navy seizes heroin haul exceeding 323kg during maritime interdiction in southwestern seas

In a decisive strike against the drug menace, the Sri Lanka Navy intercepted a local multiday fishing trawler (01) carrying a staggering haul of suspected narcotics in the seas southwest of the island. 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....

2026-04-01

Navy thwarts smuggling attempt in Kalpitiya: An assortment of contraband seized

The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a significant cache of smuggled goods during a search operation conducted at the Kudawa beach area in Kalpitiya on 31 Mar 26. ...

2026-04-01

Navy women clinch Sri Lanka Rugby 7s Championship 2026 for 8th time

The Sri Lanka Navy Women’s Rugby team delivered a master class in skill to be crowned as the overall champions of the Sri Lanka Rugby 7s Women’s Tournament 2026. Organized by Sri Lanka Rugby, this high-octane tournament unfolded across two intense phases of competition in Colombo. The opening leg took place on 21 and 22 March at the CR & FC Grounds, followed by the decisive second leg held on 28 and 29 March at the Racecourse Grounds, Colombo. ...

2026-03-31

Navy’s expertise powers another step towards safe water access in Galnewa

In a stride towards enhancing public health and community well-being, a new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, set up by the Sri Lanka Navy, was declared open on 27 Mar 26 at Negama Sirisumana Vidyalaya in Galnewa, Anuradhapura. ...

2026-03-31

Navy takes hold of about 468kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Puttalam

During a search operation carried out in the dark hours on 26 Mar 26 in the beach vicinity of Erambugodella in Puttalam, the Sri Lanka Navy seized over 468kg of smuggled Kendu leaves. ...

2026-03-30

Navy apprehends 04 individuals for illegal sea cucumber harvesting off Vankalai

In a crackdown on illegal fishing practices, the Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 04 individuals who were engaged in unlawful night diving to harvest sea cucumbers in the seas off Vankalai, Mannar, on 27 Mar 26. ...

2026-03-30

Navy responds to medical emergency of foreign vessel crew member

With the coordination of the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo, the Sri Lanka Navy facilitated an emergency medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) of a crew member from a Chinese-flagged vessel, on 27 Mar 26. ...

2026-03-28

Navy’s premier Marine Field Training Exercise “Blue Whale – 2026” concluded on successful note in Trincomalee

The 04^th edition of Sri Lanka Navy’s signature Marine Field Training Exercise, “Blue Whale – 2026,” commenced on 20 Mar 26, under the patronage of the Commandant Naval Infantry, Rear Admiral Rohan Dissanayake. Organized by the Sri Lanka Navy Marines, the exercise spanned the waters of the Eastern seaboard and its adjacent coastal belts. The closing address of the Exercise “Blue Whale” was presided over by the Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Kosala Warnakulasooriya, at the Marine Headquarters, SLNS Vidura in Trincomalee on 26 March. ...

2026-03-28

Navy sets course for digital transformation with Electronic Government Procurement system

The Sri Lanka Navy took a significant step in transforming its administrative infrastructure by introducing an e-procurement system for logistics, in alignment with the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system. ...

2026-03-24

Navy apprehends 03 suspects for illegal sea cucumber harvesting in Mannar

The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended a group of individuals (03) engaged in illegal night diving for unauthorized harvesting of sea cucumbers, during a search operation conducted in the Palakamunai sea area of Mannar, on 20 Mar 26. ...

2026-03-23

Rear Admiral Princely Liyanage (Retd) qualifies for 03 Guinness World Records in gritty endurance feat

In a breathtaking display of stamina and determination, Rear Admiral Princely Liyanage (Retd) has etched his name in the annals of global endurance by qualifying for 03 Guinness World Records on a manual treadmill. His monumental journey began on 20 Mar 26, and reached a triumphant milestone this morning (22 March), as he successfully completed 48 hours of continuous running. Guided by the Ministry of Defence, the Navy stepped up to ensure every essential facility was in place. ...

2026-03-22

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....