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Navy bodybuilders show admirable performance in 75th Mr. Sri Lanka – 2024
Navy bodybuilders showcased exceptional performance, garnering admiration and recognition in the 75th Mr. Sri Lanka – 2024 held at the Nawaloka Ground, Colombo on 05th April 2023. ...
2024-04-07
Navy finds water gel sticks in Pulmoddai beach area
A special search operation conducted by the Navy in the beach area of Jinnapuram, Pulmoddai on 05th April 2024, led to the recovery of 06 water gel sticks, which are used as commercial explosives, 01 safety fuse and 20 non electric detonators....
2024-04-06
Navy nabs 07 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in eastern waters
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 07 persons for their involvement in illegal fishing using unauthorized fishing gear, during a search operation conducted in Rathugala sea area, Trincomalee in the dark hours of 04th April 2024. A dinghy (01) and unauthorized fishing equipment used for this illegal act were also taken into the naval custody, during this operation....
2024-04-05
A suspect with 5033 prescription drugs arrested in Kalmunai
A coordinated operation conducted by the Navy and Police in Kalmunai on 04th April 2024, led to the arrest of a suspect (01) with 5033 prescription drugs, made ready for sale without valid licence....
2024-04-05
Navy apprehends 05 persons transferring illegally harvested sea cucumber in Mannar
The Navy apprehended 05 persons who were transferring illegally harvested sea cucumber, during a search carried out in Achchankulam of Mannar in the wee hours of today (04th April 2024). The illicit harvest of sea cucumbers, undertaken under the cover of night and without valid license, comprised 589 of these marine creatures. In addition, the Navy also held 03 motor scooters and diving gear. ...
2024-04-04
Navy steps up disaster preparedness efforts in Kalutara
The Sri Lanka Navy facilitated programmes on disaster response and basic first aid and lifesaving at the beach area of Kalutara on 19th and 29th March 2024. The programmes coordinated by the Rapid Action Boat Squadron (RABS) Rear Training Area (RRTA), Kalutara and District Disaster Management Coordination Unit (DDMCU), Kalutara, focused on stepping up disaster preparedness efforts of disaster management committee members stationed in Kalutara as well as a group of residents of Dodangoda. ...
2024-04-03
Navy takes hold of over 469kg of smuggled Tendu leaves in Norochcholai
A search operation conducted by the Navy led to the recovery of about 469kg and 500g of Tendu leaves in the Mampuri beach area, Norochcholai this morning (02nd April 2024). The Navy also seized a lorry (01) along with a stock of Tendu leaves, suspected to have been smuggled by sea and prepared for transportation....
2024-04-02
Commodore Sanath Pitigala assumes duties as Acting Commandant Naval Infantry
Commodore Sanath Pitigala assumed duties as Acting Commandant Naval Infantry at the office of Commandant Naval Infantry, Navy Headquarters today 02nd April 2024....
2024-04-02
Navy golfer Chalitha Pushpika tops SLG Golf National Ranking Tournament
Navy golfer Chalitha Pushpika won the SLG Golf National Ranking Tournament held at Royal Colombo Golf Club – Borella from 25th to 28th March 2024....
2024-04-01
Navy riders speed to victory in Vijayabahu Motorcross 2024
Sri Lanka Navy riders showcased their prowess in Vijayabahu Motorcross 2024 which was organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders (SLARDAR) and Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment on 31st March 2024 at the Army motor racing track in Boyagane, Kurunegala....
2024-04-01
Inspector General of Police pays courtesy call on Commander of the Navy
The 36th Inspector General of Sri Lanka Police, Deshabandu Tennakoon called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (01st April 2024). ...
2024-04-01
Navy hands over hoisting of National Flag at Galle Face and Ceremonial Guard at President’s House to Air Force
The Sri Lanka Navy handed over the customary duty of the hoisting of National Flag at the Galle Face to the Sri Lanka Air Force on 31st March 2024 at the Galle Face Green. In the same vein the performance of Ceremonial Guard duties at the President’s House was also handed over to the Air Force at the Air Force Headquarters today (01st April)....
2024-04-01
Inter Command Boxing Championship 2024 concludes in Welisara
The Inter Command Boxing Championship 2024 was held from 26th and 30th March in Welisara. Both men's and women's titles of the tournament were clinched by the Training Command....
2024-03-31
Navy assists transfer of ill fisherman rescued through coordination of MRCC Colombo
The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to bring ashore an ill fisherman whose life was at risk while aboard a local fishing trawler in southern waters of Sri Lanka. The fisherman was retrieved by a nearby bulk carrier, on being coordinated by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo. After being brought ashore, he was rushed to the Teaching Hospital Karapitiya, Galle for medical attention....
2024-03-31
Western Naval Command emerge champion in Inter Command Cricket Tournament 2024
The final of Navy Inter Command Cricket Tournament 2024 was held at the Welisara Navy Cricket Ground on 28th March 2024. Director General Electrical and Electronic, Rear Admiral Viraj Leelarathna graced the final of the tournament, as the Chief Guest. In the final encounter, the Western Naval Command was crowned as the champions of the Inter-Command Cricket Tournament 2024....
2024-03-30