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Navy’s swift response brings relief and hope to people affected by floods
In the wake of inclement weather prevailing in several parts of the island, the Navy has swiftly mobilized its relief teams in Galle, Akuressa, Kotapola, Nagoda, Thawalama, Kamburupitiya and Athuraliya areas in the Southern Province since 14th May 2023. Demonstrating their commitment to safeguarding lives and property, the Navy relief teams are currently engaged in alleviating the suffering of the affected communities. ...
2023-05-15
Navy relief teams on high alert for possible flood emergency
As the inclement weather is looming, the Sri Lanka Navy has deployed relief teams in certain areas in the Southern Province, to provide assistance and support to those who may be affected by flood on 14th May 2023....
2023-05-15
32nd Junior Naval Staff Course concludes on successful note
The Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda Auditorium in Trincomalee played host to a glamorous ceremony on 11th May 2023, as the 32nd Junior Naval Staff Course graduation ceremony was held on a successful note. The Commander Eastern Naval Area and Commandant Volunteer Naval Force, Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara graced the event as the Chief Guest....
2023-05-15
Commander of the Navy opens Air Rifle Club at Naval Dockyard
In a bid to provide recreational facilities to those visiting the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera on 30th April 2023 opened the relocated Air Rifle Club in a location nearby the Naval Museum....
2023-05-14
Navy and Coast Guard rescue 06 fishermen aboard distressed fishing trawler off Beruwala
A dedicated search and rescue operation mounted this morning (14th May 2023) by the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard led to the rescue of 06 fishermen aboard a local multiday fishing trawler in distress off Beruwala. Reportedly, the fishing trawler was at the risk of sinking due to seeping of sea water following adverse weather, whilst it was at sea about 08 nautical miles (about 15km) off the Beruwala Lighthouse. The rescue was made by Sri Lanka Coast Guard Craft CG 208....
2023-05-14
388 Navy recruits set sail into service after passing out in Poonewa
In a proud moment for the Sri Lanka Navy, three hundred and eighty-eight (388) recruits of the 250th intake of Sri Lanka Navy Regular and Volunteer Forces passed out at the main parade ground of SLNS Shiksha on 13th May 2023. The recruits consisted of 345 from the Regular Force and another 43 from the Volunteer Force....
2023-05-14
A suspect with Kerala cannabis held in Kilinochchi
A coordinated search operation conducted by the Navy and Police in Kilinochchi area on 11th May 2023 led to the apprehension of a suspect (01) with over 01kg of Kerala cannabis. The raiding party also held a motorbike used by the suspect to peddle the narcotic substance....
2023-05-12
Commander of the Navy embarks on official visit to North Central Naval Command
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera embarked on an official visit to the North Central Naval Command on 11th May 2023. During this visit, he focused on the command's operational, training, and welfare concerns and also addressed a cross section of officers and sailors attached to the command, on Navy's intentions, preparedness for operations, and as how to prudently overcome challenges in career. ...
2023-05-12
Sri Lanka Navy empowers women with sea duty assignments for the first time
In a groundbreaking move, the Sri Lanka Navy has made history by assigning its first group of women to sea duties. Accordingly, the first group of Navy women including two (02) lady officers and five (05) women sailors were attached to SLNS Gajabahu this morning (11th May 2023), marking a momentous step forward. ...
2023-05-11
Forty – one (41) illegal immigrants held by Australian Border Force deported back to Sri Lanka
The Australian Border Force on 02nd May 2023 held 41 Sri Lankan nationals at the Australia’s maritime border, while they were attempting to illegally migrate to Australia via sea. A special flight, carrying the group of 41 Sri Lankans deported by Australian authorities, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on 09th May 2023....
2023-05-10
Navy apprehends 07 suspects in Mannar seas for possession of Water Gel sticks
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 07 individuals who were preparing to engage in fishing with explosive, during a search operation conducted off Vankalai, Mannar on 08th May 2023. The search operation also led to the seizure of 10 Water Gel sticks - a type of commercial explosive, 18 non-electric detonators, diving gear and 01 dinghy....
2023-05-09
Navy recovers over 85kg of Kerala cannabis in Jaffna
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the South beach area of Mandaitivu Island, Jaffna this morning (08th May 2023) led to the recovery of over 85kg (wet weight) of Kerala cannabis....
2023-05-09
Commander of the Navy attends IMDEX Asia 2023 and IMSC in Singapore
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera attended the IMDEX Asia 2023 - Asia Pacific's Leading Naval and Maritime Defence Event and International Maritime Security Conference (IMSC) held from 03rd to 05th May 2023 at the Changi Exhibition Centre, Singapore....
2023-05-08
Navy adds colour to Perahera of Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone
The Perahera of Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone was colourfully held on the night of 06th May 2023. Following the wise counsel of Anunayake of Hunupitiya Gangaramaya, Venerable Dr Kirinde Assaji Thero and directives of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, the Buddhist Association of the Sri Lanka Navy had made arrangements in place for the successful conduct of the colourful procession. The Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone of Hunupitiya Gangaramaya is held as part of the 2567th Anniversary of Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi....
2023-05-07
Navy apprehends 20 persons engaged in illegal fishing in eastern seas
The Navy apprehended 20 persons for fishing using unauthorized nets and engaging in light-coarse fishing, during a special operation conducted in Kokilai on 05th May 2023. The operation also led to the seizure of 08 dinghies and unauthorized fishing equipment used for the illegal acts....
2023-05-06
