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Media briefed about 1927 helpline for drug-dependent individuals seeking rehabilitation
In a significant stride towards combating drug addiction and aiding those in need, a media briefing was held today (26th January 2024) at the Light House Galley, Colombo to announce the launch of the 1927 helpline, designed to serve as a crucial lifeline for drug-dependent individuals seeking rehabilitation. The event was chaired by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera who is also the Chairman of the Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs....
2024-01-27
Navy apprehends 03 for shell fishing in Kalpitiya seas
The Navy apprehended 03 individuals who engaged in shell fishing, during a search operation conducted in the Ippantivu sea area of Kalpitiya on 25th January 2024. Meanwhile, the size of the seized conch shells (about 1856) was not within the legally accepted limit. The Navy also held the dinghy used for this illegal act....
2024-01-26
National Lotteries Board sponsors for 02 Reverse Osmosis plants
The Chairman, National Lotteries Board, Dr. Chameera C. Yapa Abeywardana handed over a cheque to the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera for the installation of 02 brackish water Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants. This benevolent act transpired at the Navy Headquarters on 24th January 2024....
2024-01-25
Rear Admiral Ruwan Kalubowila assumes duties as Director General Logistics
Rear Admiral Ruwan Kalubowila assumed duties as Director General Logistics of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Navy Headquarters today (24th January 2024). ...
2024-01-24
Rear Admiral Chaminda Jayapala honoured in farewell salute
The Sri Lanka Navy today (24th January 2024) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Chaminda Jayapala who retired from his distinguished naval service which spanned over 32 years....
2024-01-24
Rear Admiral Manjula Dissanayake assumes duties as Director General Budget and Finance
Rear Admiral Manjula Dissanayake assumed duties as Director General Budget and Finance of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Navy Headquarters today (24th January 2024). ...
2024-01-24
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Chandana Rathnayake
The Sri Lanka Navy today (24th January 2024) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Chandana Rathnayake who relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 35 years in the Sri Lanka Navy....
2024-01-24
Navy’s Woman Leading Seaman MSPM Perera won 5th place in Asian Marathon Championship – 2024
Woman Leading Seaman MSPM Perera of the Sri Lanka Navy on 21st January 2024 won the 5th place in the 19th Asian Marathon Championship, held in Hong Kong....
2024-01-24
Navy recovers Tendu leaves in Mampuri sea area of Kalpitiya
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered more than 520kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves adrift in the sea area off Mampuri, Kalpitiya, during a night patrol conducted on 23rd January 2024. ...
2024-01-24
Commodore Anil Bowatte assumes duties as Acting Director General Administration
Commodore Anil Bowatte assumed duties as Acting Director General Administration of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Navy Headquarters today (23rd January 2024)....
2024-01-23
Navy seizes 02 poaching trawlers in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted a special operation to chase away Indian poaching trawlers from Sri Lankan waters on the night of 22nd January 2024. The operation resulted in the seizure of 02 Indian trawlers and apprehension of 06 Indian nationals poaching in Sri Lankan waters north of the Delft Island, Jaffna. ...
2024-01-23
Navy wins runner-up title in Sri Lanka Baseball Knockout Tournament
The Sri Lanka Navy men’s baseball team secured the runner-up position in the final match against the Sri Lanka Army during the Sri Lanka Baseball Knockout Tournament held at the Japan Sri Lanka Friendship Baseball Ground, Diyagama, from 06th to 21st January 2024....
2024-01-23
Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda takes over command of Northern Naval Area
Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda who was newly appointed as Commander Northern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters today (22nd January 2024)....
2024-01-22
Commander of the Navy visits Northern Naval Command
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera embarked on a formal visit to the Northern Naval Command on 21st January 2024. The purpose of the visit was to assess the status of important welfare and development projects as well as operational matters within the Northern Naval Command. In addition, he also addressed a cross section of officers and sailors, regarding their designated role in the Sri Lanka Navy....
2024-01-22
National Sailing Championship concludes on successful note
The National Sailing Championship concluded on a triumphant note in the scenic waters of Crow Island, Mattakkuliya on 19th and 20th January 2024. The event was graced by the Deputy Chief of Staff and Director General Operations, Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake. The Navy secured numerous victories during the championship, further enhancing their commendable record in sailing. ...
2024-01-22
