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Three (03) suspects apprehended with Crystal Methamphetamine worth more than Rs. 08 million street value in Mannar
A operation conducted by the Navy led to the apprehension of 03 suspects with about 01kg and 76g Methamphetamine (ICE), in Erukkalampiddi, Mannar on 04th February 2022....
2022-02-05
Navy honours nation according a 25-gun salute on Independence Day
On the sidelines of the 74th National Independence Day celebrations held under the theme “An affluent tomorrow and prosperous motherland with challenges overcome” Sri Lanka Navy honoured the nation by according a 25-Gun Salute onboard Sri Lanka Naval Ship (SLNS) Gajabahu by 12.00 noon today (04th February 2022). The ceremonial tradition was executed under the guidance of the Commanding Officer of the ship, Captain Malan Perera. ...
2022-02-04
Navy proudly takes part in 74th National Independence Day celebrations
The 74th National Independence Day ceremony of the motherland was held with pomp and pageantry at the iconic Independence Square, Colombo on the morning of 04th February 2022. The main ceremony went by the theme “An Affluent Tomorrow and Prosperous Motherland with Challenges Overcome” was held under the patronage of the President of Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and Commander in Chief of Armed Forces, His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Showcasing its prowess, Sri Lanka Navy added glamour to the elegant national spectacle filled with pride. ...
2022-02-04
Defence Attaché of Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
The Defence Attaché at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Commodore Didik Kurniawan called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (03rd February 2022)....
2022-02-03
Navy foils another drug smuggling attempt in international waters
In a special operation carried out by Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in coordination with Sri Lanka Police and intelligence agencies, another drug-carrying foreign vessel was intercepted in international waters south of Sri Lanka on 26th January 2022. This foreign multiday fishing trawler, remaining on high seas with a view to transfer the consignment to a local fishing vessel, had jettisoned about 200kg of heroin into sea, when it was approached by the Navy. During further search of the vessel, the Navy managed to recover about 250g of heroin and a satellite phone. Accordingly, the Navy nabbed 09 forei...
2022-02-03
Military Attaché of Turkish Embassy in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
The Military Attaché of Turkish Embassy in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Colonel Can Gokcen GOKKAYA called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (02nd February 2022)....
2022-02-02
Defence Adviser of Nigerian High Commission in New Delhi pays courtesy call on Commander of the Navy
The Defence Adviser of Nigerian High Commission in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Commodore Anthony Victor Kujoh paid a courtesy call on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (02nd February 2022). ...
2022-02-02
Navy takes hold of 02 Indian trawlers for poaching in Sri Lankan waters
In a special operation conducted by Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard, 02 Indian trawlers with 21 Indian fishermen were held for poaching in Sri Lankan territorial waters, off Kovilan and Point Pedro Lighthouse, Jaffna on the night of 31st January 2022. ...
2022-02-01
Navy triumphs in Inter-Club Rugby League tournament encounter
Another encounter in the first-round games of Inter-Club Rugby League tournament between Navy Sports Club (SC) and Police SC kicked off at the Police Park, Bambalapitiya on 29th January 2022. In the battle for supremacy, Navy SC triumphed over Police 12-00, and recorded a win for the season. ...
2022-01-30
German female diver treated for Decompression Sickness by Navy
After successful treatment given by Sri Lanka Navy’s Diving and Salvage Unit, Trincomalee, a foreign woman who was down with the Decompression Sickness, regained health and was discharged on 29th January 2022....
2022-01-30
A suspect held with Kerala cannabis in Jaffna
A special operation conducted by the Navy and Police in Thikkam, Jaffna led to the apprehension of a suspect with 6kg and 141g of Kerala cannabis at midnight on 27th January 2022....
2022-01-28
Chanting of 'Jaya Pirith' at BMICH invokes blessings on nation
Chanting of 'Jaya Pirith' that got underway at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) on 26th January 2022 came to an end with the offering of Alms to the members of Maha Sangha this morning (27th January). The meritorious deeds commenced to invoke blessings on the country, its people, war veterans and with a view to dispersing the pandemic fear from the country....
2022-01-27
Rear Admiral Prasanna Hewage honoured in farewell salute
On completion of over 34 years of distinguished service, Rear Admiral Prasanna Hewage retired from the Navy today (27th January 2022)....
2022-01-27
Rear Admiral Sajith Gamage assumes duties as Commander Southern Naval Area
Rear Admiral Sajith Gamage assumed duties as the Commander Southern Naval Area at the Southern Naval Command Headquarters on 25th January 2022....
2022-01-26
Update to the news release ‘Navy seizes heroin valued at over Rs. 3300 million street value and 02 local fishing trawlers on high seas’ on 24th January 2022
In a successful operation carried out in international waters south of Sri Lanka, the Navy managed to seize a haul of heroin, with 11 suspects and 02 local fishing vessels on 17th and 22nd January 2022 and they were brought to the port of Colombo this morning (25th January). Defence Secretary, General (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne and Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne were also present at the Colombo harbour to inspect the apprehended consignment of narcotics....
2022-01-25
