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Navy nabs 02 suspects with Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 71 million
During a special operation conducted at Veththalakerni in Jaffna today (22nd March 2021), the Navy managed to apprehend 02 suspects for transporting about 239kg and 850g of Kerala cannabis by a tipper truck.
...2021-03-22
Rear Admiral Ruwan Perera appointed as Chief of Staff of the Navy
His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa the President and Commander-in- Chief of Armed Forces of Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka appointed Rear Admiral Ruwan Perera as the Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Navy, with effect from 21st March 2021. Accordingly, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne, formally handed over the letter of appointment to Rear Admiral Ruwan Perera at the Navy Headquarters. ...
2021-03-22
Over 2221kg of smuggled dried turmeric seized during naval operations
Special operations conducted by the Navy at Mohoththuwaram beach in Kalpitiya and Kuduirippu beach in Talaimannar on 19th and 20th March 2021 led to the seizure of 2221kg and 600g of dried turmeric (in wet weight). It is believed that the consignments were left behind by racketeers in fear of naval operations, after they were smuggled into the country via sea.
...2021-03-21
Navy bids farewell to Rear Admiral Sumith Weerasinghe
Upon relinquishment of duties to which he was committed over the past 36 years, Chief of Staff of the Navy, Rear Admiral Sumith Weerasinghe retired from naval service today (21st March 2021).
...2021-03-21
Navy clinches Defence Services Tennis Championship
Exhibiting sterling performances in tennis at the 11th Defence Services Games held in 2021, Sri Lanka Navy finished the tournament on a winning note clinching the tennis championship. On conclusion of the tournament the prize awarding ceremony was held at the Sri Lanka Army Tennis Court, Narahenpita, under the patronage of Commander of the Navy and President Navy Sports Board, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne on 20th March 2021.
...2021-03-21
Navy-refurbished Pedal boat handed over to Karapitiya Teaching Hospital
A special event organized by the Teaching Hospital Karapitiya to mark the 01st anniversary of its newly constructed Palliative Care Unit was held on 18th March 2021. Sri Lanka Navy enabled manpower for the construction of this unit which aims to provide physical, psychological and spiritual care to patients. In parallel with the celebratory event, a navy- refurbished pedal boat was handed over to the Palliative Care Unit under the patronage of Commander Southern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Priyantha Perera. This asset will be used for mental relaxatio...
2021-03-20
Navy distributes school supplies among children in island sector, Jaffna
The Northern Naval Command organized a programme to distribute school supplies among school children in the island sector, Jaffna under the patronage of Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Senarath Wijesooriya at Mandaitivu on 14th March 2021....
2021-03-16
Navy apprehends 02 suspects for smuggling turmeric and cardamom by sea
A naval operation conducted in seas off Talaimannar made way for the apprehension of 02 suspects who were attempting to smuggle about 349kg of turmeric and 156kg of cardamom into the island, on 15th March 2021. ...
2021-03-16
Indian Navy provides training aids to Naval & Maritime Academy
The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Gopal Baglay formally handed over several training aids, provided by the Indian Navy, to the Naval & Maritime Academy (NMA), Trincomalee, on 14th March 2021. ...
2021-03-15
Navy’s mangrove plantation effort takes root in Ponnalai Lagoon
In continuation of Sri Lanka Navy’s mangrove reforestation drive, the Northern Naval Command with the attendance of its Area Commander, Rear Admiral Senarath Wijesooriya, launched a worthy campaign in which 700 mangrove saplings were planted in the Ponnalai Lagoon today (14th March 2021). ...
2021-03-14
Navy foils illegal migration attempt: 24 people held in Kalpitiya
During a special operation conducted in Kurakkanhena, Kalpitiya today (11th March 2021), Sri Lanka Navy was able to foil an illegal migration attempt by apprehending 24 persons involved in this unlawful act. ...
2021-03-11
Defence Secretary opens several navy-constructed facilities at KDU
Making a visit to the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) on 10th March 2021, Defence Secretary, General (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne launched a specially designed logo to signify the upcoming 40th KDU Anniversary. During the visit, he also declared open several navy-constructed facilities at KDU, with the attendance of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne. ...
2021-03-11
37 RABS personnel awarded insignia on completion of training
On successful completion of Rapid Action Boat Squadron (RABS) Qualifying Course-25, one (1) officer and thirty six (36) sailors were bestowed with insignia at the parade ground of RABS Headquarters in Gagewadiya, Puttalm on 10th March 2021. The event was held under the patronage of Commander Northwestern Naval Area, Rear Admiral SB Senarathne at the invitation of Commanding Officer RABS, Commander Sagara Udayanga....
2021-03-11
Navy apprehends 02 suspects attempting to smuggle Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 42 million
A special operation by Navy in seas off the Eluvaitivu Island, Jaffna made way to apprehend 02 suspects who were attempting to smuggle about 141kg of Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 42 million into the island, on 10th March 2021. ...
2021-03-11
Navy nabs 04 suspects smuggling dried sea cucumber worth over Rs. 26 million
A special operation conducted by Navy in seas off Talaimannar on 09th March 2021 led to the apprehension of 04 suspects who were attempting to smuggle over 1189kg of dried sea cucumber into the island. ...
2021-03-10
