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Foundation stone laid for SLESA headquarters building
Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) laid the foundation stone for the proposed headquarters building of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) at the tri-service headquarters premises in Akuregoda today (17th August 2023). The occasion was also attended by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera....
2023-08-17
Stakeholders converge to bolster environmental security at Indo-Pacific Environmental Security Forum – 2023
The Indo-Pacific Environmental Security Forum (IPESF) 2023, co-hosted by the US Indo- Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Sri Lanka Navy (SLN), and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) is currently underway with great success at Shangri-La Colombo. On the 16th of August 2023, during the third day of the forum, a series of activities including presentations, panel discussions, and collaborative group sessions centered around the Impacts of Urbanization and Land Security. The primary objective was to facilitate the exchange of insights and exemplary approaches among stakeholders concerned with environmental se...
2023-08-17
Navy men's handball team secures second place in 02nd National Handball Championship
The 02nd National Handball Championship was held from 11th to 14th August 2023 at the Puttalam Urban Council Ground. In the final encounter against the Sri Lanka Army, the men’s handball team of the Sri Lanka Navy secured the second place. ...
2023-08-16
A suspect with Kerala cannabis valued at over Rs. 02 Mn street value held in Kalpitiya
A special search operation conducted by the Navy in the Serakkuliyamunei lagoon, Kalpitiya on 15th August 2023 led to the apprehension of a suspect (01) with over 07kg of Kerala cannabis and a dinghy....
2023-08-16
Commodore Jagath Liyanagamage assumes duties as Acting Director General Budget and Finance
Commodore Jagath Liyanagamage assumes duties as Acting Director General Budget and Finance at the Navy Headquarters today (15th August 2023). ...
2023-08-15
Navy expands infrastructure at Chettipulam Primary School in Kayts
In a significant step towards enhancing education and community development, the Navy embarked on a project to expand the infrastructure of Chettipulam Tamil Primary School in Kayts. The magnanimous project was sponsored by the Royal College Old Boys’ East Coast Foundation in USA and Dr. JIT Rajiyah. The renovated school buildings and other infrastructure were declared open by Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Aruna Tennekoon on 14th August 2023. ...
2023-08-15
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Rajinda Saram
The Sri Lanka Navy today (15th August 2023) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Rajinda Saram who retired from his naval service that spanned over 33 years....
2023-08-15
Navy apprehends suspect with prescription drugs in Medawachchiya
A coordinated search operation conducted by the Navy and Food and Drugs Inspector Unit in Anuradhapura on 14th August 2023 led to the apprehension of a suspect with 11377 capsules of Pregabalin 150mg. The prescription drug had been available for sale by illegal means at a pharmacy in front of the Divisional Hospital Medawachchiya, when the apprehension was made....
2023-08-15
Indo-Pacific Environmental Security Forum – 2023 begins in Colombo
The Indo-Pacific Environmental Security Forum (IPESF) 2023, co-hosted by the US lndo- Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), Sri Lanka Navy (SLN), and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) commenced at Shangri-La Colombo today (14th August 2023). The inauguration of the forum, held in a dignified sequence, was graced by the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Julie Chung, Senior Adviser to the President on Climate Change, Mr. Ruwan Wijewardene, Chief of Defence Staff, General Shavendra Silva, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera and a host of distinguished invitees....
2023-08-14
Navy conducts blood donation campaign for District General Hospital, Mannar
As part of its social responsibility initiatives, the Navy organised a blood donation campaign at SLNS Thammanna in Thalaimannar on 12th August 2023. The donation campaign was held with a view to replenish blood requirement of the blood transfusion center of District General Hospital, Mannar. ...
2023-08-13
Navy takes hold of about 318kg of Kendu leaves in Kalpitiya
The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of about 318kg (wet weight) of Kendu leaves washed ashore at Serakkuliya, during a foot patrol and a search operation conducted at Serakkuliya beach on 12th August 2023....
2023-08-13
Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy warship HAI YANG 24 HAO departs island
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy warship HAI YANG 24 HAO which arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit on 10th August departed the island on successful completion of visit today (12th August)....
2023-08-12
Navy rescues 07 fishermen on fire-hit fishing trawler in southern waters
In a dramatic operation, the Sri Lanka Navy rescued 07 fishermen, who were on a local fishing trawler which caught fire about 58 nautical miles (approx. 107km) off the Galle Lighthouse, west of Sri Lanka, on 11th August 2023. The operation was mounted in coordination with the Maritime Rescue Coordinating Centre (MRCC) Colombo. The rescued fishermen were brought to the Galle harbour today (12th August) by SLNS Gajabahu. ...
2023-08-12
Navy apprehends 04 suspects with approx. 551kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Kalpitiya lagoon
The Navy apprehended 04 suspects with a stock of smuggled Kendu leaves weighing about 551kg (wet weight) during a search operation conducted off the Mattathivu island in Kalpitiya lagoon on 11th August 2023. The operation also led to the seizure of 02 dinghies used to smuggle the contraband items. ...
2023-08-12
Hospital Services Council Sri Lanka provides vital medical equipment to Navy General Hospital
In a generous gesture aimed at enhancing healthcare facilities, the Hospital Services Council of Sri Lanka today (11th August 2023) provided essential medical equipment to the Navy General Hospital in Welisara. The Sylvia Lanka Foundation and NHS Trust in the United Kingdom have provided this consignment of equipment to the social responsibility project being implemented under the patronage of Director of Hospital Services Council Sri Lanka, Ven. Rajawelle Subuthi Thera....
2023-08-11
