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Navy intercepts fishing trawler with 46kg & 116g of heroin haul worth over Rs. 1152 million on high seas
The Sri Lanka Navy, during a special operation on the high seas about 110 nautical miles (200km) west of Sri Lanka, intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler suspected of smuggling narcotics. The operation, conducted by SLNS Nandimithra, resulted in the apprehension of 05 suspects linked to the illicit activity. Upon escorting the vessel to Galle Harbour, a detailed inspection uncovered approximately 46kg and 116g of heroin, concealed in 40 parcels packed into 02 sacks. The seized narcotics are estimated to have a street value exceeding Rs. 1152 million. ...
2024-11-18
USS Michael Murphy departs Colombo
USS Michael Murphy of the United States Navy which arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit on 16th November 2024, departed the island today (17th November), after successfully completing its replenishment operations. The Sri Lanka Navy extended a ceremonial farewell, upholding its rich naval traditions, as she departed....
2024-11-17
Navy seizes another local multi-day fishing trawler on the high seas for smuggling narcotics
Another special operation mounted by the Sri Lanka Navy on the high seas about 110 nautical miles (200km) west of Sri Lanka led to the interception of a local multi-day fishing trawler and apprehension of 05 suspects on 16th November 2024, for smuggling narcotics. It is suspected that the trawler is carrying about 40kg of narcotics. The trawler along with the suspects and narcotics are being escorted ashore by the Navy for further investigation and onward legal action. ...
2024-11-17
JMSDF SAMIDARE arrives at port of Colombo
The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) ship SAMIDARE arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (17th November 2024). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions. ...
2024-11-17
Navy seizes 1263kg of Tendu leaves and 118kg of mini-cigars with 02 suspects in northwestern seas
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ippanthivu sea area of Kalpitiya on 16th November 2024 led to the seizure of 1263kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves and 118kg (wet weight) of mini-cigars filled with tobacco flake, attempted to be smuggled into the country. During this operation, the Navy also apprehended 02 suspects and a dinghy which was used for this racket. ...
2024-11-17
USS Michael Murphy arrives in Colombo
USS Michael Murphy of the United States Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a replenishment visit today (16th November 2024). The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions....
2024-11-16
Rear Admiral Chinthaka Kumarasinghe assumes command of Commandant Volunteer Naval Force
Rear Admiral Chinthaka Kumarasinghe, who is presently serving as the Commander Western Naval Area, assumed duties as Commandant Volunteer Naval Force at the Volunteer Naval Force (VNF) Headquarters today (15th November 2024)....
2024-11-15
442,680 capsules of prescription drugs held in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Navy and Police led to the confiscation of 442,680 capsules of prescription drugs which had been hidden away in shrubs. The coordinated operation was conducted in the Musalpitiya area of Kalpitiya on 14th November 2024....
2024-11-15
Navy seizes fishing trawler carrying 66kg and 840g of heroin, valued over Rs. 1650 million, on high seas
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a local multi-day fishing trawler, on suspicion of smuggling drugs, during a special operation carried out on the high seas, west of Sri Lanka. The Navy deployed SLNS Suranimila for this special operation in which 06 suspects in connection to the illegal act were also held. The fishing trawler was escorted to Galle harbour, where a thorough inspection led to the discovery of about 66kg and 840g of heroin in 60 parcels, stuffed in 06 sacks. The seized narcotics have an estimated street value exceeding Rs 1650 million. Meanwhile, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral ...
2024-11-15
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Lashanth N Hewavitharane
The Sri Lanka Navy today (15th November 2024) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Lashanth N Hewavitharane who relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 33 years in the Sri Lanka Navy....
2024-11-15
Navy seizes local multi-day fishing trawler on the high seas for smuggling narcotics
A special operation mounted by the Sri Lanka Navy on the high seas, west of Sri Lanka led to the interception of a local multi-day fishing trawler and apprehension of 06 suspects today (14th November 2024), for smuggling narcotics. It is suspected that the trawler is carrying about 60kg of narcotics. The trawler along with the suspects and narcotics are being escorted ashore by the Navy for further investigation and onward legal action. ...
2024-11-14
Navy apprehends 05 persons for engaging in illegal night diving in Mannar
Special search operations conducted by the Navy in the beach vicinities of Vankalai and Silawathurai in Mannar on 13th November 2024 led to the apprehension of 05 suspects who had engaged in illegal night diving to harvest sea cucumbers. The operation also resulted in the seizure of 1055 illegally harvested sea cucumbers....
2024-11-14
INS Vela departs island
The Indian Navy submarine INS Vela, which arrived in Colombo on 10th November 2024, departed the island today (13th November), on successful completion of its formal visit. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing submarine at the port of Colombo....
2024-11-13
Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka meets with Commander of the Navy
The Bangladesh High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, H.E. Andalib Elias met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (12th November 2024). ...
2024-11-12
Navy emerges champion in Mercantile/ Government Services International Rating 6th Rapid Chess Team Championship 2024
The Sri Lanka Navy achieved impressive victories at the Mercantile/ Government Services International Rating 6th Rapid Chess Team Championship 2024. The chess championship was held at the auditorium of the Ministry of Sports on 9th and 10th November 2024. ...
2024-11-12
