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Courageous Navy divers felicitated by China for their daring diving operation
The Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka on 06th June 2023 organised a special ceremony in Colombo to felicitate the diving team of the Sri Lanka Navy, which engaged in a heroic diving operation at the overturned Chinese fishing vessel ‘LU PENG YUAN YU 028’. The Chinese vessel upturned in the Australian Search and Rescue Region, south of Sri Lanka on 16th May 2023. The event was presided over by the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China in Sri Lanka, H.E. Qi Zhenhong and Chief of Presidential Staff and Senior Adviser on National Security to the President, Mr Saga...
2023-06-07
Navy rescues 38 persons stranded on grounded trawler at entrance of Delft Jetty
In a dramatic rescue operation, the Sri Lanka Navy successfully rescued 38 individuals who were stranded on a grounded trawler at the entrance of Delft Jetty this morning (07th June 2023). As a result of the Navy’s prompt involvement, a shipment of construction materials that were at risk of sinking, was also successfully retrieved....
2023-06-07
Rear Admiral Hiran Balasuriya assumes duties as Director General Civil Engineering
Rear Admiral Hiran Balasuriya assumed duties as Director General Civil Engineering at the Office of Director General Civil Engineering, Navy Headquarters on 06th June 2023. ...
2023-06-07
Navy apprehends 07 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in northern waters
A special operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy on the afternoon of 06th June 2023 off Point Pedro, Jaffna led to the apprehension of 07 persons who engaged in diving to catch fish, without valid fishing passes. During the operation, the Navy also seized one (01) dinghy as well as diving and fishing gear used for this illegal fishing practice....
2023-06-07
Navy continues to engage in flood relief efforts
Following the flash floods triggered by heavy downpour reported in several parts of the island, the Sri Lanka Navy deployed 05 relief teams for flood relief efforts in Bulathsinhala, Baduraliya, Lathpandura and Walallawita in the Kalutara district and Kalawana in the Rathnapura district. Accordingly, the Navy relief teams were continuing their rescue and relief services in full swing as of this morning (06th June 2023)....
2023-06-06
Navy bids farewell to Rear Admiral Ranjan Medagoda
After more than 33 years of exceptional service and remarkable contribution to the Sri Lanka Navy, Rear Admiral Ranjan Medagoda bade farewell to his illustrious naval career today (06th June 2023)....
2023-06-06
Navy relief teams on the frontline to assist flood affected communities
In the wake of inclement weather prevailing in several areas in the Western and Sabaragamuwa Provinces, communities in those localities are facing hardships due to floods. In response to these developments, the Sri Lanka Navy on 04th June 2023 swiftly mobilized 04 relief teams to Bulathsinhala, Baduraliya, Lathpandura and Kalawana areas to extend flood relief to affected communities. ...
2023-06-05
Defence Attaché at Embassy of Israel in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
The Defence Attaché at the Embassy of Israel in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Colonel Avihay Zafrany called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (05th June 2023)....
2023-06-05
PNS Shahjahan departs after successful naval exercise
The Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) Shahjahan which arrived in Colombo on 02nd June 2023 on a two-day official visit, departed the island on 04th June 2023. At her departure, the ship conducted a naval exercise with SLNS Parakramabahu of the Sri Lanka Navy and the Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship in accordance with naval traditions at the port of Colombo. ...
2023-06-05
PNS ‘SHAHJAHAN’ arrives at port of Colombo on official visit
The Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) ‘SHAHJAHAN’ arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (02nd June 2023). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2023-06-02
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
