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Naval operations net about 1,428kg of smuggled turmeric
Naval operations conducted in Norochcholai and on Wella Island in Kalpitiya on 29th August 2020 led to the recovery of about 1,428kg of dried turmeric attempted to be smuggled into the country by sea.
...2020-08-30
Three (03) RO plants declared open in Mahiyanganaya
The Navy declared open 03 more Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants for the benefit of community in several villages in Mahiyanganaya on 28th August 2020.
...2020-08-29
Navy foils gold smuggling attempt, 02 suspects held with over 05kg of gold
The Navy, with the assistance of Sri Lanka Coast Guard managed to apprehend 02 suspects with about 05kg and 500g of gold being smuggled via sea routes, during a special search operation carried out in northern seas on 28th August 2020.
...2020-08-29
Navy-installed 03 Reverse Osmosis plants declared open
Bringing another community service endeavour of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project to fruition, 03 more Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants were declared open for community use by Commander North Central Naval Area in Anuradhapura on 26th August 2020.
...2020-08-27
Navy assists apprehension of 06 suspects in possession of heroin and Kerala cannabis
A series of coordinated search operations conducted by the Navy, Police and Police STF during the past few days had led to the apprehension of 06 suspects who were found in possession of heroin and Kerala cannabis.
...2020-08-27
Commander of the Navy meets with Acting IGP
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne met with the Acting Inspector General of Police, CD Wickramaratne at the Police Headquarters today (26th August 2020).
...2020-08-27
Navy’s marine environment protection initiatives recognized at JASTECA Awards 2019
In recognition of the endeavours carried out for marine environment protection, the Sri Lanka Navy received a special accolade at the awards ceremony organized by the Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association (JASTECA) in Colombo on 22nd August 2020. JASTECA has announced this awards ceremony to encourage entities to adopt Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, going beyond their statutory obligations.
...2020-08-26
48 individuals engaged in illegal fishing and unlawful acts nabbed during naval operations
The special operations conducted by the Navy across the island during the past week have led to the apprehension of 48 individuals who engaged in illegal fishing as well as other unlawful activities.
...2020-08-26
Annual Pooja of God Ganesha Kovil at Naval Dockyard held with the attendance of devotees
The annual Pooja of the God Ganesha Kovil located at the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee was held under the auspices of Commander Eastern Naval Area on 22nd August 2020.
...2020-08-26
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Fred Senaviratne
Rear Admiral Fred Senaviratne today (25th August 2020) retired from naval service, upon completion of his distinguished career spanning over 33 years in the Navy.
...2020-08-25
Defence Attaché of Embassy of People’s Republic of China calls on Navy Commander
Senior Colonel Wan Dong, the Defence Attaché of the Embassy of People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka paid a courtesy call on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (24th August 2020).
...2020-08-25
SLNS ‘Parakramabahu’ proudly celebrates her 01st anniversary
SLNS ‘Parakramabahu’, one of the Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) of the Sri Lanka Navy, proudly marked her 01st anniversary on 22nd August 2020.
...2020-08-24
Commander of the Navy attends Perahera Ceremony of Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya
The annual Esala Festival and Perahera Ceremony of the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya were held from 19th to 23rd August 2020. Meanwhile, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne took part in the ancient ‘Pavada Perahera’ which paraded along the streets on 22nd August.
...2020-08-24
Navy finds explosive items used for illegal fishing in Erakkandi seas
The Navy, during a recent naval operation, recovered several explosive items, which are believed to be used in illegal fishing, floating in the sea area of Erakkandi in Trincomalee.
...2020-08-24
Navy renders assistance to clear blockages under Wakwella and Dodamgoda bridges
The Navy recently rendered assistance to clear the blockages under the Wakwella and Dodamgoda bridges in Galle, as they were clogged with collection of remains, hampering the free flow of water.
...2020-08-24
