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Republic of Korea Navy Ship Kang Gam Chan calls Port of Colombo
The Republic of Korea Navy Ship Kang Gam Chan arrived at the Port of Colombo on a replenishment visit this morning (22 Apr 25). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2025-04-22
Pakistan High Commissioner to Sri Lanka meets Deputy Area Commander Eastern Naval Area
The High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, H.E. Major General Faheem-Ul-Aziz (Retd) met with the Deputy Area Commander Eastern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters, Trincomalee on 21 Apr 25. ...
2025-04-22
North Central Naval Command hosts festive New Year event
A lively Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebration (Bak Maha Ulela) was organized by the North Central Naval Command at the ground of Roman Catholic Vidyalaya in Piregama, Talaimannar on 20 Apr 25, with the Commander North Central Naval Area gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest....
2025-04-22
Navy thwarts gold smuggling attempt seizing approx. 08kg and 960g of gold with 02 suspects in Talaimannar
The Sri Lanka Navy thwarted a gold smuggling attempt in Urumalei, Talaimannar on 21 Apr 25, seizing approximately 08kg and 960g of gold believed to be destined for a foreign country via sea. The search operation also resulted in the apprehension of 02 suspects and 01 traditional boat (Theppam) in connection to the incident. ...
2025-04-22
Commander of the Navy embarks on a visit to SLNS Nipuna
Embarking on an official visit to SLNS Nipuna on 21 Apr 25, the Commander of the Navy interacted with recruits as well as officers and sailors of the Directing Staff. Addressing them, the Navy Chief underscored the shared responsibility of both trainees and trainers and offered key directives to enhance the effectiveness of training programmes, ensuring they remain results-driven....
2025-04-22
Southeastern Naval Command joins in New Year festivities
The Southeastern Naval Command celebrated the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivals (Bak Maha Ulela) with great fervor at SLNS Mahanaga on 15 Apr 25 and SLNS Deegayu on 18 Apr 25, under the patronage of the Commander Southeastern Naval Area....
2025-04-21
Southern Naval Command marks New Year with grand celebrations
The Southern Naval Command held its Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival (Bakmaha Ulela) in grand style at SLNS Nipuna on 18 Apr 25. The Commander Southern Naval Area attended as the Chief Guest, adding prestige to the event....
2025-04-20
Northern Naval Command celebrates vibrant New Year festival
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival (Bak Maha Ulela) of the Northern Naval Command was celebrated with great enthusiasm at SLNS Uttara on 18 Apr 25. The Deputy Area Commander Northern Naval presided over the event as the Chief Guest....
2025-04-20
Eastern Naval Command hosts festive New Year event
A lively Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebration (Bak Maha Ulela) was organized by the Eastern Naval Command at SLN Dockyard on 17 Apr 25, with the Commander Eastern Naval Area gracing the occasion as the Chief Guest....
2025-04-20
Northwestern Naval Command hosts colourful New Year festival
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year Festival (Bak Maha Ulela) of the Northwestern Naval Command was held on a colourful note at SLNS Barana on 16 Apr 25. The event was graced by the Commander Northwestern Naval Area, as the Chief Guest. ...
2025-04-20
Navy seizes smuggled cosmetic products in waters north of Mannar
In a successful search operation, the Sri Lanka Navy seized a stock of smuggled cosmetic products adrift in the Kiranchi sea area, north of Mannar on 16 Apr 25. ...
2025-04-17
Navy steps in to combat sudden fire broke out on fishing trawler
The Navy promptly responded to a sudden fire that broke out on a fishing trawler at the Galle Fisheries Harbour on 14 Apr 25.The blaze was first spotted by personnel on board SLNS Prathapa, stationed nearby. ...
2025-04-17
SLNS Sindurala hosts spectacular celebrations as naval splendor meets New Year joy
The Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Commercial Service of the Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation and Haritha TV, hosted the "Sayuratha Surya Mangalya - 2025" Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebration on 14 Apr 25. The vibrant event took place aboard the Sri Lanka Navy Ship (SLNS) Sindurala, featuring rich cultural performances and traditional festivities. ...
2025-04-15
Navy apprehends 06 suspects with 145kg of dried turmeric attempted to be smuggled in Udappuwa
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the beach and sea areas of Karukapane, Udappuwa on 13 Apr 25 led to the seizure of about 145kg of dried turmeric, attempted to be smuggled into the country. During these operations, the Navy also apprehended 06 suspects in connection to the act of smuggling....
2025-04-15
Navy empowers fishing community on lifesaving health & crisis preparedness
A comprehensive training programme aimed at empowering fishing community on lifesaving health and crisis preparedness was successfully conducted on 11 Apr 25 at the Valaichchenai Fishery Harbour. This training was organized in partnership with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, under the Government's 'Clean Sri Lanka' initiative, which focuses on community empowerment through education as part of its social pillar....
2025-04-15
