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Smuggled consignment of Tendu leaves recovered by Navy in Kalpitiya
A special search operation mounted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the lagoon area of Keerimundalama, Kalpitiya on the morning of 03rd December 2023, resulted in the recovery of about 465 kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves hidden away in the area. ...
2023-12-03
Navy becomes overall open men's runner-up in 07th National Canoe Sprint Championship – 2023
Sri Lanka Navy canoe sprint team won the runner-up title in the open men's event at the 07th National Canoe Sprint Championship – 2023 held from 30th November to 02nd December at Diyawanna Lake, Battaramulla. The final day of the championship was graced by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, as the Chief Guest. ...
2023-12-03
Best orators and wordsmiths shine at Navy Public Speaking and Admiral Clancy Fernando Memorial Essay Competitions
The Sri Lanka Navy recognized the outstanding achievements of its personnel in the Navy Public Speaking Competition - 2023 and the Admiral Clancy Fernando Memorial Essay Competition – 2023 during a special ceremony held on 01st December 2023 at the Admiral Somathilake Dissanayake Auditorium, Navy Headquarters. The event was presided over by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera and was distinguished with the presence of Mrs. Monika Fernando, the spouse of late Admiral Clancy Fernando....
2023-12-03
Navy's benevolence shines as blood donation camp held in Trincomalee in view of 73rd Anniversary
In commemoration of the 73rd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, a blood donation camp was successfully held at the Naval Hospital – Trincomalee on 01st December 2023. ...
2023-12-03
Navy receives Islamic blessings on 73rd Anniversary
A unique Islamic prayer session took place today (02nd December 2023) at the Jummah Mosque on Chatham Street. The purpose was to seek blessings for the upcoming 73rd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, falling on 09th December....
2023-12-02
Hindu Puja invokes blessings on Navy’s 73rd Anniversary
A special Puja of Hindu tradition was conducted on 1st December 2023 at the Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Kovil in Colombo, seeking blessings for the upcoming 73rd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, slated for the 09th of December. ...
2023-12-02
Task Force on Combatting the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs convenes media conference
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera who is also the Chairman - Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs briefed media on the crucial role of media in the ongoing mission of fostering public understanding of the issues surrounding poisonous and dangerous drugs. The press conference was held at the auditorium of Ministry of Mass Media on 29th November 2023. ...
2023-12-01
Naval Association organizes annual get-together – 2023 on colourful note
Marking the 44th Anniversary of Sri Lanka Naval Association, slated for 08th December, its annual get-together was held on a colourful note at the Wave n' Lake Navy Hall in Welisara on 25th November 2023. The event was held under the patronage of its President Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne (Retd) who is also a former Commander of the Navy and Chief of Defence Staff....
2023-12-01
Navy apprehends 12 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in Silawathura
The Navy apprehended 12 persons who engaged in illegal fishing practices, during a special operation conducted off Kondachchikuda, Silawathura in the early hours of 29th November 2023. The operations also led to the seizure of 04 dinghies, about 1670 illegally harvested sea cucumbers as well as diving equipment....
2023-11-29
Kerala cannabis unearthed from garden in Veththalakerni, Jaffna
A coordinated operation carried out by the Navy and Police on 27th November 2023 in Waththiyaran of Veththalakerni in Jaffna, led to the recovery of over 34kg of Kerala cannabis buried in a garden. During the operation, a person suspected to be involved in the incident was also arrested. ...
2023-11-28
Navy wins Inter Organization Junior Elle Championship
The Sri Lanka Navy won the men’s championship in the Inter Organization Junior Elle Tournament, held at the Nawaloka Ground in Welisara and Seewali Ground in Polhena, Kelaniya from 21st to 24th November 2023. The tournament was organized by the Elle Federation of Sri Lanka. ...
2023-11-28
47th edition of ‘Sayurusara’ magazine launched
The 47th edition of ‘Sayurusara’ magazine published by the Directorate of Naval Media was presented to the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera by the Chief Editor of the magazine, Commander (VNF) SR Sudusinghe at the Navy Headquarters today (27th November 2023). ...
2023-11-27
Two (02) suspects held whilst transporting Kerala cannabis in Jaffna
A coordinated search operation mounted by the Navy and Police in Naranthane area of the Kayts Island, Jaffna led to the apprehension of two suspects for transporting over 3 kg of Kerala cannabis on 25th November 2023. Along with Kerala cannabis being transported for sale, a motorbike used for this illegal activity was also held. ...
2023-11-26
All-night Pirith Chanting and Alms Giving ceremonies invoke blessings on 73rd Anniversary of Navy
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera along with the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Mala Lamahewa attended the all-night Pirith Chanting and Alms Giving ceremonies held at the Welisara Naval Complex on 24th and 25th November 2023. The meritorious events were organized by the Buddhist Association of the Navy to invoke blessings on the forthcoming 73rd Anniversary (09th December) of the Sri Lanka Navy. ...
2023-11-25
Navy assists the conduct of community clinic and health camp in Hindu Cultural Hall, Trincomalee
Sri Lanka Navy joined hands with the Lions Clubs of Trincomalee to conduct a community eye clinic and non-communicable diseases prevention programme at the Hindu Cultural Hall, Trincomalee on 22nd November 2023....
2023-11-25