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Navy lends helping hand to devotees engage in ‘Paada Yaathra’
Sri Lanka Navy on 10th June 2023 began providing assistance to devotees who are marching the annual foot pilgrimage, known as ‘Paada Yaathra’ from Jaffna to Sella Kathragama. Accordingly, the Navy looked into the requirements of the pilgrims marching the segment from the entrance of Kumana National Park to Kumbukkan Oya. Meanwhile, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera inspected the services provided by the Navy for the convenience of devotees and joined the foot pilgrimage heading Katharagama, on 15th June....
2023-06-19
Newly appointed Commandant National Defence College calls on Commander of the Navy
The newly appointed Commandant of National Defence College, Major General Senarath Yapa (Retd) called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (19th June 2023). ...
2023-06-19
Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda takes over command of North Central Naval Area
Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda assumed duties as Commander North Central Naval Area at the Command Headquarters today (19th June 2023)....
2023-06-19
Submarine ‘INS Vagir’ arrives in Colombo
‘INS Vagir’ – a submarine of the Indian Navy arrived at the port of Colombo today (19th June 2023) on a formal visit. The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision of naval traditions. ...
2023-06-19
PNS ‘Tippu Sultan’ arrives at port of Colombo on official visit
The Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) ‘Tippu Sultan’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (18th June 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2023-06-18
Three hundred and thirty (330) Navy recruits pass out in Boossa
In a colourful ceremony, three hundred and thirty (330) recruits of the 251st intake of Sri Lanka Navy Regular and Volunteer Forces passed out at the main parade ground of SLNS Nipuna on 17th June 2023. The recruits consisted of 278 from the Regular Force and another 52 from the Volunteer Force....
2023-06-18
Navy nabs 08 individuals for engaging in illegal fishing in northern waters
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 08 persons who engaged in illegal fishing practices, during a special operation carried out on 16th June 2023 in the sea area of Mamunai of Veththalakerni, Jaffna. The operation also led to the seizure of 04 dinghies and diving gear used for this illegal act. ...
2023-06-17
Rear Admiral Nalin Navarathne assumes command of Southeastern Naval Command
Rear Admiral Nalin Navarathne assumed duties as Commander Southeastern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters on 16th June 2023. ...
2023-06-17
Navy completes construction of passenger terminal at Kankasanthurai harbour making way for passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka
Upon completion of its facility expansion, the Kankasanthurai harbour was declared opened today for general operations today (16th June 2023) with a view to making way for a passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of the Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation, Hon. Nimal Siripala de Silva, Minister of Fisheries, Hon. Douglas Devananda and with the attendance of Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Aruna Tennekoon. ...
2023-06-16
Navy apprehends 04 persons engaged in illegal fishing in eastern waters
The Navy apprehended 04 fishermen, along with 04 dinghies and fishing gear, while they were engaging in fishing using unauthorized nets in the lagoon of Kokilai and Jinnapuram sea area on 15th June 2023. The apprehension was made during a dedicated operation carried out by the Navy to prevent illegal fishing practices....
2023-06-16
Navy recovers smuggled consignment of Kendu leaves in Delft
A special search operation conducted by the Navy on the Delft Island, Jaffna on 15th June 2023 led to the recovery of more than 729kg (wet weight) of Kendu leaves. The consignment of Kendu leaves, which is believed to be smuggled, was found in the beach area of the Delft Island. ...
2023-06-16
Navy nabs 26 individuals for engaging in illegal fishing in eastern waters
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 26 persons who engaged in illegal fishing practices, during special operations carried out on 13th and 14th June 2023 in the beach area of Lankapatuna and sea area of Mullaitivu. The operations also led to the seizure of 09 dinghies and diving gear used for these illegal acts. ...
2023-06-15
Navy renders assistance for successful conduct of annual feast of St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade
The annual feast of St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade was held on a grand note on 13th June 2023, with the attendance of a large number of devotees. The main mass was conducted by the Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith. ...
2023-06-14
Navy assists in clearing blockages beneath Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges
In a remarkable display of it expertise, the Sri Lanka Navy on 12th June 2023 cleared blockages under the Dodangoda and Agaliya bridges over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle, ensuring the smooth flow of water downstream....
2023-06-13
Suspect with commercial explosives arrested in Trincomalee
The Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) arrested a person with 45 Water Gel sticks – a type of commercial explosive, during a search operation carried out in Erakkandi, Trincomalee on 12th June 2023. The arrest was made while the suspect was carrying the explosive items for sale. ...
2023-06-13
