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Navy nabs 85 individuals suspected to be attempting to illegally migrate from island, in eastern waters
Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a local multiday fishing trawler carrying 85 individuals, suspected to be a group on an illegal migration attempt to a foreign country via sea, during a patrol conducted off Batticaloa in the wee hours of today (11th September 2022)....
2022-09-11
Inaugural AGM of College of Military Engineering Technology held at Navy Headquarters
The inaugural Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the College of Military Engineering Technology, Sri Lanka (CMETSL) was held at the Admiral Somathilake Dissanayake Auditorium, Navy Headquarters today (09th September 2022) with the participation of Tri-Forces Engineering officers....
2022-09-10
Commander of the Navy hosts evening reception for officer of NDC Course No 1
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne hosted an evening reception for the officers of the Course No 1 of National Defence College (NDC), Sri Lanka at the Western Naval Command Wardroom on 08th September 2022. ...
2022-09-10
Nineteen (19) naval personnel excelled in physical fitness tests recognized
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne felicitated 19 naval personnel, who excelled in physical fitness tests, during a ceremony held in this regard at the Admiral Somathilake Dissanayake Auditorium today (07th September 2022). In accordance with the Physical Fitness Policy of the Sri Lanka Navy, these nineteen (19) naval personnel were recognized from dedicated fitness tests held in August 2022. The achievers also received prizes, certificates and insignia during the ceremony presided by Commander of the Navy....
2022-09-08
SLNS Nipuna moulds 334 more recruits for naval service
Three hundred and thirty four (334) recruits of the 246th intake of Sri Lanka Navy’s Regular and Volunteer Forces passed out in Boossa on 06th September 2022, on successful completion of their basic training. The fascinating Passing out Parade (POP) was held at the main parade ground of SLNS Nipuna, keeping with time-honoured naval tradition. ...
2022-09-07
Navy seizes poaching trawler in island waters off Mullaitivu
Sri Lanka Navy seized an Indian trawler with 12 Indian fishermen, poaching in Sri Lanka’s waters off Alampil, Mullaitivu this evening (06th September 2022). The apprehension was made during a special operation carried out by the Navy to chase away Indian trawlers poaching in the island's waters, via the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL). ...
2022-09-07
Commander of the Navy joins celebration of 78th Anniversary of SLESA
The 78th Anniversary celebration of the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Association (SLESA) was marked with the graceful presence of Defence Secretary, General Kamal Gunaratne (Retd) on 04th September 2022. The impressive occasion held at Attidiya Eagles' Lakeside Banquet and Convention Hall was attended by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne. ...
2022-09-06
Navy seizes Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 11 million of street value in Kilali Lagoon
A foot patrol conducted by the Navy in Kilali Lagoon area led to the seizure of over 37kg of Kerala cannabis and apprehension of 02 suspects on the night of 05th September 2022. ...
2022-09-06
Five - day workshop on Comprehensive Approaches to Building Maritime Domain Awareness capabilities commences at Light House Galley
A five - day workshop on Comprehensive Approaches to Building Maritime Domain Awareness capabilities in Sri Lanka commenced at the Light House Galley, Colombo on 05th September 2022. The event, arranged by the Institute for Security Governance (ISG), got off the ground with the coordination of the United States Embassy in Sri Lanka. ...
2022-09-06
Offshore Patrol Vessel P 627, the recent addition to SLN Fleet, sails for Colombo from Seattle, United States
The Offshore Patrol Vessel P 627, which was formally handed over to the Sri Lanka Navy by the U.S. Coast Guard in October 2021, departed for Sri Lanka from the Port of Seattle, United States on 03rd September 2022. The home bound journey began, after the modernization work of the ship to suit the operational needs of the Sri Lanka Navy....
2022-09-05
Annual pooja and perahera of Lord Ganesh Kovil at Naval Dockyard held successfully
The annual pooja of Lord Ganesh Kovil at Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee was held on a successful note on 01st September 2022. In parallel with the religious ritual a colourful perehera marched in the dockyard premises, carrying the statue of Lord Ganesh. ...
2022-09-03
Commander of the Navy conveys best wishes to newly appointed Defence Advisor at High Commission of Maldives to Sri Lanka
The Defence Advisor designate at the High Commission of the Republic of Maldives in Colombo, Lieutenant Colonel Hassan Amir and the incumbent Maldivian Defence Advisor, Colonel Ismail Naseer called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (02nd September 2022). ...
2022-09-02
Sri Lanka Navy has kept 35 relief teams ready as of this evening (31st August 2022) to provide relief to the public in case of a flood-risk, following incessant rain reported in several parts of the island.
Sri Lanka Navy has kept 35 relief teams ready as of this evening (31st August 2022) to provide relief to the public in case of a flood-risk, following incessant rain reported in several parts of the island. ...
2022-08-31
Navy wins a bunch of medals at Extreme Shot Gun Challenge /IPSC Shot Gun Nationals - 2022
Sri Lanka Navy secured a number of titles at the Extreme Shot Gun Challenge /IPSC Shot Gun Nationals – 2022 organized for the 03rd time by the National Rifle Association with Scorpion Sports Club, at the Panaluwa Army Firing Range from 26th to 28th August 2022....
2022-08-30
Two (02) suspects nabbed with Kerala cannabis worth more than Rs 15 Mn of street value in Jaffna
A special search operation conducted by the Navy in Thondamanaru, Jaffna this morning (29th August 2022) led to the apprehension of 02 suspects with Kerala cannabis. The suspects were transferring about 51kg and 500g of this narcotic drug by a van, when the apprehension was made. ...
2022-08-29
