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Inter Command Cycling Championship - 2023 successfully concludes at SLNS Thambapanni
The Inter Command Cycling Championship - 2023 concluded with immense success at SLNS Thambapanni on 30th August. The thrilling event saw intense competition among cyclists from various commands, where the men’s championship was secured by the Eastern Naval Command and the women’s championship was won by the Training Command. The Deputy Area Commander of Northwestern Naval Area, Commodore Thushara Udugama graced the closing ceremony of Inter Command Cycling Championship as the Chief Guest. ...
2023-09-01
INS ‘Delhi’ arrives in Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) ‘Delhi’ arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (01st September 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval tradition. ...
2023-09-01
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Senarupa Jayawardana
The Sri Lanka Navy today (01st September 2023) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Senarupa Jayawardana who relinquished his naval duties to which he was committed for over thirty-eight (38) years. ...
2023-09-01
Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera felicitated by Alma Mater
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, one of the proud products of Royal College Colombo, was felicitated in a fitting ceremony for his ascension to the pinnacle of the Navy by his Alma Mater today (31st August 2023). ...
2023-08-31
Navy assists conduct of water-cutting ceremony of Kandy Esala Perahera
Sri Lanka Navy assisted the conduct of traditional water-cutting ceremony of Sri Dalada Perahara at Gatambe on the morning of today (31st August 2023). As the grand procession (Esala Maha Perahera) of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and 04 Main Devalayas came to an end, this time-honoured ceremony also known as ‘Diya Kepeema’ was performed, on a ritualistic note....
2023-08-31
Navy men’s team secures runner-up position in 12th Defence Services Carrom Championship
The Sri Lanka Navy men’s team secured the runner-up position in the 12th Defence Services Carrom Championship, held at SLNS Gemunu on 29th and 30th August 2023....
2023-08-31
A cab used to smuggle drugs in disguise and 05 suspects held in Jaffna
A combined search operation mounted by the Navy, Police and Police STF in Urumpirai, Jaffna on 29th and 30th August 2023 led to the seizure of a cab used to smuggle drugs. The naval and STF personnel also held 05 suspects, a motorcycle (01), and Rs. 15 million during this operation. ...
2023-08-31
A suspect held with 3000 foreign cigarettes in Colombo
A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Police in Panchikawaththa, Colombo on 29th August 2023 led to the apprehension of a suspect who was transferring 3000 foreign cigarettes by a van for sale....
2023-08-31
U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen meets with Commander of the Navy
A delegation headed by the United States Senator Chris Van Hollen met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera on board SLNS Gajabahu in Colombo today (30th August 2023). The visit is part of the United States assistance programmes in the region and to discuss opportunities to enhance cooperation. U.S. Ambassador in Colombo H.E. Juli Chung was also present on this occasion. ...
2023-08-30
Navy takes hold of smuggled consignment of Kendu leaves in Negombo
The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of about 440kg of smuggled Kendu leaves and a dinghy (01) during a special operation carried out in Pitipana Lagoon area in Negombo on 29th August 2023. ...
2023-08-30
Navy renders assistance to safely transfer ailing Indian national from eastern seas
The Sri Lanka Navy today (29th August 2023) brought ashore an Indian national who had suddenly fallen ill while aboard the Cruise Vessel MV Empress off the eastern coast of Sri Lanka. Upon being brought ashore he was rushed to the General Hospital, Trincomalee for medical attention....
2023-08-29
Sri Lanka Defence Services ruggerites shine in 1st Military Men’s Rugby 7 Challenge in Moscow, Russia
The Sri Lanka Defence Services ruggerites secured the 3rd place in the inaugural Military Men’s Rugby 7 Challenge held in Moscow, Russia from 22nd to 28th August 2023....
2023-08-29
Indian National Defence College delegation visits Navy Headquarters
An Indian National Defence College (NDC) delegation, currently in Sri Lanka as part of their study tour, called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (28th August 2023). ...
2023-08-28
Navy triumphs in BASL Intermediate Boxing Tournament – 2023
The Sri Lanka Navy won the overall championship in the Intermediate Boxing Tournament – 2023 organized by the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL). The Navy secured the coveted title by winning 06 gold medals, 08 silver medals and 05 bronze medals in the tournament. ...
2023-08-28
Navy dominates ‘CMYC Team Racing GP 14’ and ‘QEQ Sailing Challenge Trophy Open Race – 2023’ with multiple wins
The Sri Lanka Navy sailing teams secured many wins at ‘CMYC Team Racing GP 14’ and ‘QEQ Sailing Challenge Trophy Open Race – 2023’ held in the alluring waters of Bolgoda Lake on 26th and 27th August 2023. ...
2023-08-28
