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Navy’s Good Samaritans rescue 03 fishermen from capsized trawler in southern waters
In a dedicated search and rescue operation mounted on 13th December 2022, Sri Lanka Navy rescued 03 fishermen from a distressed trawler in southern waters. The rescuees were brought ashore and admitted to the District General Hospital, Hambantota. Reportedly, their fishing trawler had capsized about 180 nautical miles (333km) off Dondra Point, following adverse weather....
2022-12-14
Chief of Naval Staff of India meets with Commander of the Navy
The Chief of Naval Staff of India, Admiral R Hari Kumar who is currently on an official visit to Sri Lanka, met with Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (13th December 2022). ...
2022-12-13
INS Sahyadri arrives at port of Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (13th December 2022). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions. ...
2022-12-13
Navy wins Division ‘A’ League Championship in State Services Netball Tournament- 2022
The Navy won the Division ‘A’ League Championship in State Services Netball Tournament- 2022 worked off at Railway Ground, Borella on 08th and 09th December 2022. Beating the teams of Police and Air Force, the Navy clinched the Division ‘A’ League title....
2022-12-12
Navy rescues 04 fishermen including one trapped in capsized trawler in south-eastern waters
In a dedicated search and rescue operation, Sri Lanka Navy rescued 04 fishermen, including a fisher trapped inside a multiday fishing trawler for 04 days, as their trawler was in distress in south-eastern waters, and rushed them to the Kalmunai Hospital for treatment today (11 December 2022). Reportedly, the fishing trawler had capsized about 46 nautical miles (85km) off the Sangaman Kanda Point, following adverse weather....
2022-12-11
26 Navy officers graduated with ‘psc’ from Defence Services Command and Staff College
The graduation ceremony of the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC), Sapugaskanda Course No 16 was held at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre on 08th December 2022. The event, graced by the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Hon. Ranil Wickremesinghe as the Chief Guest, was also attended by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne. ...
2022-12-10
Gilanpasa Puja and Alms Giving held at Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic on 72nd Anniversary of Navy
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne along with the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs Chandima Ulugetenne attended religious rituals where Gilanpasa Buddha Puja and Alms Giving were held at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic on 08th and 09th December 2022. The events were coordinated by the Buddhist Association, to invoke blessings on the 72nd Anniversary of the Navy. ...
2022-12-09
Navy takes hold of Crystal Methamphetamine worth over Rs. 9 Mn street value in Kalpitiya
Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a dinghy carrying about 988g of Crystal Methamphetamine (Ice), following a patrol off Uchchamunai, Kalpitiya on the evening of 08th December 2022....
2022-12-09
Sri Lanka Navy – the First Line of Defence of the nation turns 72 today
Sri Lanka Navy which is held in high esteem as the First Line of Defence of the Nation is marking the organization’s 72nd Anniversary today (09th December 2022). At the directives of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne, a wide range of programmes are being conducted in each Naval Command, giving prominence to time-honoured naval customs and religious practices. In addition, capital ships of the Sri Lanka Navy will rest at anchor off the Galle Face Green today (09th December), giving the public an opportunity to have a glance at some of the major ships of the Sri Lanka Na...
2022-12-09
Navy intercepts 02 Indian fishing trawlers carrying over 4000kg of Kendu Leaves in northwestern waters
A naval patrol conducted in Sri Lanka’s waters northwest of the island on the night of 05th December 2022 led to the interception of 02 Indian fishing trawlers carrying over 4000 kg of Kendu Leaves. The Navy also took hold of 08 Indian nationals involved in this illegal act, along with the large consignment of contraband. ...
2022-12-06
Navy wins big at “Dr Nihal Jinasena Memorial Cup Annual Sailing Regatta – 2022”
The Navy sailing team recorded many wins at the “Dr Nihal Jinasena Memorial Cup Annual Sailing Regatta – 2022” held in the alluring waters of Kapparathota, Mirissa on 03rd December 2022....
2022-12-05
Drum and Dance Fiesta of Navy Cultural Band held on colourful note
The Drum and Dance Fiesta presented by the Sri Lanka Navy Cultural Band was held at the Royal-MAS Arena, Colombo 07 on 29th November 2022, on a colourful note. The event was graced by Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne along with the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs Chandima Ulugetenne. ...
2022-12-05
Navy apprehends 20 would-be illegal immigrants off Trincomalee
Sri Lanka Navy took hold of a local multi-day fishing trawler carrying 20 would-be illegal immigrants to a foreign country, during a special operation conducted in the seas east of the Foul Point, Trincomalee in the wee hours of 05th December 2022....
2022-12-05
Islamic prayers invoke blessings on 72nd Anniversary of Navy
A special Islamic prayer session was held at the Jummah Mosque, Chatham Street today (02nd December 2022) to invoke blessings on the forthcoming 72nd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, falling on 09th December 2022. ...
2022-12-02
Hindu Puja invokes blessings on Navy’s 72nd Anniversary
A special Puja of Hindu tradition invoked the blessings on the forthcoming 72nd Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Kovil, Colombo today (01st December 2022)....
2022-12-02
