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Navy imparts vital life support skills to fishing community
In a significant initiative to enhance safety and well-being at sea, the Sri Lanka Navy, in partnership with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, conducted a comprehensive Basic Life Support (BLS) training programme on 30 Aug 25 at Thawulpadu and South Bar Fisheries Harbours, Mannar....
2025-09-01
Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 27 million seized with 05 suspects
Separate search operations conducted by the Navy in Vankalei, Mannar and off the Delft Island, Jaffna on 27 and 29 Aug 25 resulted in the seizure of more than 121kg of Kerala cannabis. The operations also led to the apprehension of 05 suspects and 02 dinghies in connection to the smuggling racket....
2025-08-30
Naval personnel sharpen skills in explosive ordnance disposal
The Insignia and Certificate Awarding Ceremony of the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Qualifying Course No. 06 was held on 27 Aug 25 at the EOD Training School in Maho. The occasion was graced by the Commandant Naval Infantry, Rear Admiral Nishantha Ranaweera, as the Chief Guest....
2025-08-29
USS Tulsa departs island
The United States Ship (USS) Tulsa (LCS 16) which called at the Port of Colombo, concluded her stay in Sri Lanka and departed the island today (29 Aug 25). In keeping with time- honoured naval traditions, the Sri Lanka Navy extended a customary farewell to the departing vessel at the Port of Colombo....
2025-08-29
Navy delivers 1123rd RO plants to community
In a significant step towards addressing safe drinking water scarcity of communities, a Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, set up by the Sri Lanka Navy, was declared open in the village of Karabewa, Anuradhapura on 26 Aug 25....
2025-08-29
Rear Admiral Chandima Silva honoured in farewell salute
The Sri Lanka Navy today (28 Aug 25) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Chandima Silva as he relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 33 years in the Sri Lanka Navy. ...
2025-08-28
Rear Admiral Jagath Kumara assumes duties as Commander Western Naval Area
Rear Admiral Jagath Kumara assumed duties as Commander Western Naval Area at the Western Naval Command Headquarters on 27 Aug 25....
2025-08-28
USS Tulsa arrives in Colombo
United States Ship (USS) Tulsa (LCS 16) arrived at the Port of Colombo on a replenishment visit on 27 Aug 25. The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions....
2025-08-28
Indonesian Naval Ship KRI BRAWIJAYA-320 calls Port of Colombo
The Indonesian Naval Ship KRI BRAWIJAYA-320 arrived at the Port of Colombo on a replenishment visit today (27 Aug 25). The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions....
2025-08-27
SLCOMM advances holistic well-being of military and police healthcare professionals
The Sri Lanka College of Military Medicine (SLCOMM), in collaboration with Hemas Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd and Vision 8 Academy, conducted a one-day wellness and professional development programme on 21 Aug 25 at the Admiral Somathilaka Dissanayaka Auditorium, Navy Headquarters, Colombo....
2025-08-27
Navy assurance for pure and safe drinking water
A new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, set up by the Sri Lanka Navy, was officially opened on 24 Aug 25 at the village of Ambagaswewa in Polpithigama, Kurunegala. Implemented under the Naval Social Responsibility initiative, the project was realized through the technical expertise of the Navy....
2025-08-27
Sri Lanka Navy extends healthcare outreach with Jaffna dental mission
In a continuing commitment to its naval social responsibility mandate, the Sri Lanka Navy successfully conducted a series of mobile dental clinics across the Jaffna district from 21 to 25 Aug 25....
2025-08-27
Navigating towards safer and efficient road transport management
The Sri Lanka Navy launched one of its series of awareness programme on “Vehicle Roadworthiness and Traffic Accident Prevention” at the Driver Training School, SLNS Takshila, on 23 Aug 25....
2025-08-26
5th edition of Commandant's Cup Sailing Regatta-2025 marks vibrant final race with 8 participating countries
The Commandant’s Cup Sailing Regatta – 2025 concluded in style at Sandy Bay, Trincomalee, on 23 August, after four days of thrilling competition on the waves. Organized for the fifth time by the Naval and Maritime Academy, the event was held under the auspices of the Yachting Association of Sri Lanka (YASL). The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, graced the closing ceremony and presented medals and trophies to the champions....
2025-08-25
Navy clinches title at Intermediate Boxing Tournament – 2025
The Sri Lanka Navy secured a resounding victory at the Intermediate Boxing Tournament – 2025, organized by the Sri Lanka Boxing Association and held on 21 Aug 25 at the Royal-MAS Arena Indoor Boxing Stadium, Colombo....
2025-08-23
