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Five hundred and twenty-three (523) Navy recruits pass out in Boossa
In a vibrant ceremony, a total of five hundred and twenty-three (523) recruits from the 252nd intake of the Sri Lanka Navy's Regular and Volunteer Forces passed out at the main parade ground of SLNS Nipuna, Boossa on 20th October 2023. Among these recruits, 423 belonged to the Regular Force, while the remaining 100 were from the Volunteer Force....
2023-10-21
Rear Admiral Asanga Ranasuriya retires from naval service
Upon completion of his distinguished career spanning over thirty-five (35) years, Rear Admiral Asanga Ranasuriya retired from the naval service today (20th October 2023). ...
2023-10-20
INS ‘Airavat’ departs concluding her official visit
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) ‘Airavat’ which arrived in Colombo on 18th October 2023 on a formal visit, departed the island today (19th October). The Sri Lanka Navy bade a customary farewell to the departing ship in accordance with naval traditions at the port of Colombo....
2023-10-19
Navy-built 983rd RO plant vested in public at Thuparamaya, Anuradhapura
The 983rd Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant built as part of the Naval Social Responsibility Project was declared open for community use at Thuparamaya in Anuradhapura. The opening was held under the patronage of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera today (18th October 2023)....
2023-10-19
Navy becomes champions of Premier Women's Futsal Tournament - 2023
In a spectacular display of skill and teamwork, the Navy women’s team emerged as the champions of the Premier Women's Futsal Tournament – 2023. The tournament was held at the CFC Futsal Court, Dehiwala on 15th October 2023....
2023-10-18
INS ‘Airavat’ arrives at port of Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) ‘Airavat’ arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (18th October 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions. ...
2023-10-18
11th Indian Navy – Sri Lanka Navy Staff Talks begins in Colombo
11th Navy to Navy Staff Talks – Indian Navy and Sri Lanka Navy today (17 October 2023) commenced at the Light House Galley, Colombo. On the sidelines of this, the head of Indian Navy delegation, Rear Admiral Nirbhay Bapna who is also the Assistant Chief of Naval Staff – Foreign Cooperation and Liaison called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters. ...
2023-10-18
Defence Adviser at High Commission of Kenya in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
Defence Adviser of the High Commission of Kenya in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Colonel Basil Mwambingu Mwakale called on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (17th October March 2022)....
2023-10-18
Navy takes hold of over 01kg of TNT high explosives in Gurunagar, Jaffna
A special search operation carried out by the Navy at the Gurunagar Jetty, Jaffna this morning (17th October 2023) led to the recovery of over 01kg of TNT high explosives and 01ft and 03-inch-long safety fuse. ...
2023-10-17
Navy recovers narcotic substances valued at Rs. 94 Mn in Talaimannar
A special search operation mounted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the beach area of Urumalei, Talaimannar today (16th October 2023) led to the recovery of over 04kg of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE), about 01kg of heroin and over 05kg of hashish concealed in a dinghy. ...
2023-10-16
Indonesian Naval Ship ‘KRI BIMA SUCI – 945’ departs island
Indonesian Naval Ship ‘KRI BIMA SUCI – 945’ which arrived at the Port of Colombo on an official visit on 14th October 2023 departed the island on 15th October. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the BAROUE class training ship at the port of Colombo. ...
2023-10-16
USNS BRUNSWICK departs island after formal visit
United States Naval Ship (USNS) BRUNSWICK which arrived at the port of Colombo on 11th October 2023, departed the island on successful completion of the formal visit today (15th October). ...
2023-10-15
Navy takes hold of 05 poaching trawlers in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted special operations to chase away Indian poaching trawlers from Sri Lankan waters in the evening of 14th October 2023. The separate operations led to the seizure of 05 Indian trawlers with 27 Indian nationals poaching in Sri Lankan waters off Mannar as well as near the Delft and Kachchativu Islands, Jaffna. ...
2023-10-15
Indonesian Naval Ship ‘KRI BIMA SUCI – 945’ arrives in Colombo
Indonesian Naval Ship ‘KRI BIMA SUCI – 945’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on an official visit this morning (14th October 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with naval traditions....
2023-10-14
Galle Dialogue 2023 International Maritime Conference concludes on successful note
The Galle Dialogue 2023 International Maritime Conference, held under the theme "Emerging New Order in the Indian Ocean," concluded on 13th October 2023 with resounding success, marking a significant milestone in charting the course for the future of maritime affairs in the region. The 11th edition of Galle Dialogue International Maritime Conference, organized by the Sri Lanka Navy in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence and Geopolitical Cartographer (GC), commenced on 12th October at the Jetwing Lighthouse in Galle. The inaugural ceremony of Galle Dialogue 2023 was held under the patron...
2023-10-14
