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Rear Admiral Nalin Navarathne assumes command of Southeastern Naval Command
Rear Admiral Nalin Navarathne assumed duties as Commander Southeastern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters on 16th June 2023. ...
2023-06-17
Navy completes construction of passenger terminal at Kankasanthurai harbour making way for passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka
Upon completion of its facility expansion, the Kankasanthurai harbour was declared opened today for general operations today (16th June 2023) with a view to making way for a passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of the Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation, Hon. Nimal Siripala de Silva, Minister of Fisheries, Hon. Douglas Devananda and with the attendance of Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Aruna Tennekoon. ...
2023-06-16
Navy apprehends 04 persons engaged in illegal fishing in eastern waters
The Navy apprehended 04 fishermen, along with 04 dinghies and fishing gear, while they were engaging in fishing using unauthorized nets in the lagoon of Kokilai and Jinnapuram sea area on 15th June 2023. The apprehension was made during a dedicated operation carried out by the Navy to prevent illegal fishing practices....
2023-06-16
Navy recovers smuggled consignment of Kendu leaves in Delft
A special search operation conducted by the Navy on the Delft Island, Jaffna on 15th June 2023 led to the recovery of more than 729kg (wet weight) of Kendu leaves. The consignment of Kendu leaves, which is believed to be smuggled, was found in the beach area of the Delft Island. ...
2023-06-16
Navy nabs 26 individuals for engaging in illegal fishing in eastern waters
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 26 persons who engaged in illegal fishing practices, during special operations carried out on 13th and 14th June 2023 in the beach area of Lankapatuna and sea area of Mullaitivu. The operations also led to the seizure of 09 dinghies and diving gear used for these illegal acts. ...
2023-06-15
Navy renders assistance for successful conduct of annual feast of St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade
The annual feast of St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade was held on a grand note on 13th June 2023, with the attendance of a large number of devotees. The main mass was conducted by the Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith. ...
2023-06-14
Navy assists in clearing blockages beneath Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges
In a remarkable display of it expertise, the Sri Lanka Navy on 12th June 2023 cleared blockages under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle, ensuring the smooth flow of water downstream....
2023-06-13
Suspect with commercial explosives arrested in Trincomalee
The Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) arrested a person with 45 Water Gel sticks – a type of commercial explosive, during a search operation carried out in Erakkandi, Trincomalee on 12th June 2023. The arrest was made while the suspect was carrying the explosive items for sale. ...
2023-06-13
Commander of the Navy awards Letters of Commendation to brave Navy divers
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera today (12th June 2023) at the Navy Headquarters awarded Letters of Commendation to the naval personnel who engaged in a daring diving operation at the overturned Chinese fishing vessel (‘LU PENG YUAN YU 028’). The Chinese fishing vessel encountered this unfortunate turn of events when it was in the Australian Search and Rescue Region, south of Sri Lanka on 16th May 2023. The commendable diving operation carried out by Sri Lanka Navy divers in search of survivors also garnered international recognition and praise....
2023-06-12
A suspect with 300 tablets of controlled drug nabbed in Vavuniya
The Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) arrested a suspect with 300 tablets of ‘Pregabalin’ (a controlled drug), during a special search operation conducted at Kovilkulam Junction, Vavuniya on 11th June 2023. The suspect was nabbed when he was carrying the tablets for sale. ...
2023-06-12
Academic excellence of SLN officers recognized by Nautical Institute – United Kingdom
The Sri Lanka Branch of the Nautical Institute United Kingdom has recognized the academic excellence of two (02) officers who excelled in courses offered by the Sri Lanka Navy. The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera and the President of Sri Lanka Branch of the Nautical Institute, Commodore Ravindra Thisera presided over the certificate awarding ceremony held on 10th June 2023 at the Organisation of Professional Associations of Sri Lanka. ...
2023-06-12
VBSS Regional Training Course successfully concludes in Trincomalee
The Visit Board Search & Seizure (VBSS) Regional Training Course conducted at the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) Headquarters and Sober Island, Trincomalee concluded on a successful note. The certificate awarding ceremony was held under the auspices of Commanding Officer SBS, Commander PCPA Liyanage on 09th June 2023 at the Malima Sober Island Resort, Trincomalee. The course was sponsored by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Programme. ...
2023-06-11
Southern Zone lifts Commander of the Navy’s Cup in limited over cricket tournament
The Southern Zone emerged champions of the Commander of the Navy’s Cup limited over (50) cricket tournament. The final encounter of the tournament was held between the Southern and Northern Zone teams at the Welisara Cricket Ground on 09th June 2023. The occasion was graced by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera as the Chief Guest. ...
2023-06-10
Navy swimming teams secure championship and runner-up titles in 12th Defense Services swimming and water polo tournament
The swimming and water polo tournament of the 12th Defense Services Games was held at the swimming pool of SLNS Gemunu from 05th to 09th June 2023. In an impressive display of aquatic prowess, the Sri Lanka Navy women’s team won the swimming championship of the tournament. Meanwhile, the men’s team also secured the runner-up position. ...
2023-06-10
Mangrove planting initiative takes root in Southeastern Naval Command
Coinciding with the World Oceans Day, the Sri Lanka Navy on 08th June 2023 launched a mangrove planting initiative in the lagoon area of Panama in the Southeastern Naval Command. The event was held under the patronage of Deputy Area Commander Southeastern Naval Area, Commodore Ruwan Rupasena. The World Oceans Day of this year was celebrated (08th June), on the theme 'Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing’. ...
2023-06-10
