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Incoming and outgoing U.K. Defence Advisers call on Commander of the Navy
The current Defence Adviser at the U.K. High Commission in Colombo, Colonel Paul Clayton and his successor Colonel Darren Woods, today 01st June 2023 visited the Navy Headquarters for a farewell and introductory office call with the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera. ...
2023-06-02
Navy apprehends 25 persons engaged in illegal fishing in northern waters
The Navy apprehended 25 individuals today (01st June 2023) off Mamunai and Chundikulam in Jaffna, for engaging in light-coarse fishing and night diving to catch fish. During these operations, the Navy seized 1068 illegally harvested sea cucumbers, 07 dinghies, and various diving and fishing equipment used in these illicit activities....
2023-06-02
A suspect held with 2000 foreign cigarettes in Colombo
A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Police on Malwatta Road, Colombo 11 on 31st May 2023 led to the apprehension of a suspect who was transferring 2000 foreign cigarettes for sale....
2023-06-01
Navy apprehends 09 persons engaged in illegal fishing in northern seas
Special operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the wee hours of 30th May 2023 led to the apprehension of 09 persons for engaging in several illegal fishing activities in the sea areas of Chundikulam, Chalai, and Nagar Kovil in Veththalakerni. During these operations, the Navy also took hold of unauthorized fishing gear and 05 dinghies used for these illegal acts....
2023-05-31
Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Chief Guest in Passing out Parade at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala
The Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera during an official visit to India, graced the Passing out Parade of naval officers, as the Chief Guest, held at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala on 27th May 2023. At the invitation of the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy, Admiral R Hari Kumar, the Sri Lankan Navy Chief made this formal visit to India. During the visit, Commander of the Navy was accompanied by the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs Mala Lamahewa. ...
2023-05-29
Navy comes to aid, safely transfers ill foreign national ashore in eastern waters
In a display of swift response, the Sri Lanka Navy today (28th May 2023) stepped in to provide crucial assistance in transferring a foreign national who fell ill in the eastern waters, off the Foul Point, Trincomalee. The ill person who was aboard NERU XINRUI – an Indian Cargo Ship was rushed for medical attention, upon being brought to Trincomalee. ...
2023-05-29
Western Naval Command emerge Inter Command Cricket Champions 2023
The final of Navy Inter Command Cricket Champions 2023 was held at the Welisara Navy Cricket Ground on 04th May 2023. Commander Western Naval Area, Rear Admiral Suresh De Silva graced the final of the tournament, as the Chief Guest. After the final encounter of the tournament, the Western Naval Command has clinched the prestigious title of Inter-Command Cricket Champions. ...
2023-05-28
Navy wins BASL Novices Boxing Tournament
The Sri Lanka Navy boxing team emerged as the undisputed champions of the Novices Boxing Tournament 2023, organised by the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL). Throughout the tournament, the Navy boxers displayed remarkable agility, precision, and power in the ring and won 10 gold medals, 03 silver medals and 06 bronze medals....
2023-05-27
Navy makes Mullaitivu fishing communities aware of prevailing issues in industry
The Sri Lanka Navy on 25th May 2023 held a special meeting at SLNS Gotabaya in Mullaitivu, to make the fishing communities in Mullaitivu aware of prevailing issues in the industry. The meeting was chaired by Commander Eastern Naval Area and Commandant Volunteer Naval Force, Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara. ...
2023-05-27
Fifth (05th) round of SLN - PN Staff Talks conclude on successful note
The fifth (05th) round of Navy to Navy Expert Level Staff Talks between Sri Lanka Navy and Pakistan Navy concluded on a successful note on 24th May 2023 at the Navy Headquarters, Colombo....
2023-05-26
Navy brings ashore ill fisherman for medical attention
The Sri Lanka Navy today (26th May 2023) brought ashore an ill fisherman who had fallen ill while aboard a multiday fishing trawler. The rescue operation took place approximately 460 nautical miles (about 851km) off the coast of Galle, in the southwestern region of Sri Lanka. ...
2023-05-26
Navy apprehends 08 persons engaged in light-coarse fishing in eastern seas
A special operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the wee hours of 25th May 2023 led to the apprehension of 08 persons for engaging in light-coarse fishing and fishing using unauthorized nets in the sea area of Arisimalai, Pulmoddai. During this operation the Navy also took hold of unauthorized fishing gear and 02 dinghies used for these illegal acts....
2023-05-26
Navy apprehends 06 persons for engaging in light-coarse fishing in northern waters
In a decisive move to combat illegal fishing activities, the Navy apprehended 06 persons who were found engaging in light-coarse fishing off Chundikulam and Chalai, Jaffna in the wee hours of today (24th May 2023). The search operations also led to the seizure of 06 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear used by the suspects. ...
2023-05-24
April edition of Naval Electrical & Electronic Engineering & Technology e- magazine launched
The April edition of Naval Electrical and Electronic Engineering & Technology (NEET) e-magazine was ceremonially launched on 23 May 2023 at the Navy Headquarters by the Director General Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Rear Admiral Viraj Leelarathne. This online publication aims to showcase the research related activities in the Directorate of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and also to improve skills of technical writing of engineers and technicians. ...
2023-05-24
Navy clinch women’s title in 12th Defence Services Soccer Championship
The Soccer Championship of the 12th Defence Services Games was held from 03rd to 22nd May 2023 at the Race Course Ground, Colombo. In a thrilling finale, the women’s team of the Navy emerged victorious, claiming the highly coveted championship title. In addition, the Navy men’s soccer team also managed to secure the runner-up title. ...
2023-05-24
