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Navy recovers Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 36 Mn gross street value in northwestern waters
The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of about 90kg and 45g (wet weight) of Kerala cannabis adrift in waters, during a special operation conducted in the sea area of Kappaladi, Kalpitiya on 10th January 2025....
2025-01-11
Navy nabs 28 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in Mannar and Puttalam
The Navy apprehended 28 persons who engaged in illegal fishing, during separate operations conducted in the sea areas of Oluthuduwai, Manthei, Vankalai and Silawathura in Mannar and Daluwa in Puttalam from 07th to 09th January 2025. The operations also resulted in the seizure of 07 dinghies and a traditional boat (01). ...
2025-01-10
Naval Care Center ‘Anchorage’ receives financial support for hydrotherapy pool
A charity group led by Mr. Dinesh Weerakkodi, the President of Buddhist Council Victoria, Australia and monks from Atisha Buddhist Centre, Bendigo visited the Naval Care Center ‘Anchorage’ in Welisara on 09th January 2025. The purpose of the visit was to extend financial support for the construction of a hydrotherapy pool at ‘Anchorage’ to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of dependent naval war heroes in rehabilitation....
2025-01-10
Sri Lanka Navy unveils new website for Dockyard visits
The Sri Lanka Navy introduced a new website (visitdockyard.navy.lk) to streamline the application process for visiting the Naval Dockyard in Trincomalee, ensuring efficiency and ease of use for both applicants and administrative personnel. The Deputy Chief of Staff of the Navy and Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Damian Fernando, officially launched the website at the main entrance of Naval Dockyard on 08th January 2025....
2025-01-09
Navy renders assistance to repair sluice gate of Uppalawatta Tank in Anamaduwa
The Sri Lanka Navy on 07th January 2025 rendered diving assistance to restore the operational condition of the sluice gate of Uppalawatta Tank in Anamaduwa, Puttalam. ...
2025-01-09
An Indian fishing boat poaching in Sri Lankan waters seized
The Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard seized an Indian fishing boat (01) poaching in Sri Lankan waters and apprehended 10 Indian fishermen, during a special operation conducted off the Kovilan Lighthouse, Jaffna in the dark hours of 08th January 2025. ...
2025-01-09
Commander of the Navy pays homage to Temple of Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda paid homage to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa) in Kandy today (08th January 2025). In addition, he also paid his obeisance to the Mahanayake Theros of Malwatta and Asgiriya monastic establishments. The visit which marked the Navy Chief’s maiden visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic since assuming the office as the 26th Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, was aimed at invoking blessings for the Navy's future endeavours. During this visit, the Commander of the Navy was accompanied by the President of Navy...
2025-01-08
Midshipman TMIV Thennakoon commended for winning Sword of Honour for Best Midshipman in Pakistan
Midshipman TMIV Thennakoon of the Sri Lanka Navy achieved a historic milestone by receiving the prestigious Sword of Honour for Best Midshipman, after successful completion of his training at the Pakistan Naval Academy, Karachi. This remarkable achievement was recognized during the commissioning parade held at the Pakistan Naval Academy on 04th January 2025. Appreciative of his achievement, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda awarded a Letter of Commendation to Midshipman TMIV Thennakoon at the Navy Headquarters yesterday (06th January). Meanwhile, the Defence Secretary, ...
2025-01-07
Navy apprehends 03 suspects for engaging in illegal fishing practices using explosives in Mannar
The Navy apprehended 03 suspects for their involvement in fishing using explosives, during a search operation conducted in the sea area of Oluthuduwai, Mannar on 06th January 2025. The operation also led to the seizure of a stock of illegally caught fish and a dinghy. ...
2025-01-07
A large consignment of narcotics and prescription drugs valued over Rs. 28158 million seized during naval operations in 2024
The Navy's operations in 2024 yielded impressive results, bringing to justice 407 persons, both local and foreign, involved in a wide array of illegal acts such as smuggling of narcotics, prescription drugs, and contraband as well as apprehending those involved in human smuggling. These operations were conducted in close coordination with law enforcement agencies and maritime partners in the region. Meanwhile, the gross street value of narcotics and prescription drugs seized in these operations has been valued at over Rs. 28158 million of street value....
2025-01-06
Navy seizes about 11kg and 300g of gold being smuggled via sea
A special search operation conducted by the Navy in the sea area off the Baththalangunduwa Island, Kalpitiya on 04th January 2025, led to the interception of a dinghy with 03 suspects who were smuggling about 11kg and 300g of gold....
2025-01-04
Sri Lanka Navy pays final tribute to Royal Ceylon Navy veteran at Kayts
The Sri Lanka Navy paid final tribute to Ex-Petty Officer Arulanandam Mariampillai, a veteran of the Royal Ceylon Navy, during a solemn ceremony on Kayts Island on 02nd January 2025. The tribute, conducted with precision and in accordance with naval traditions, followed his passing on 31st December 2024....
2025-01-03
Commander of the Navy calls on Deputy Minister of Defence
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda paid a courtesy call on Hon. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) at his office today (02nd January 2025). ...
2025-01-02
Navy commences 2025 with pledge for ‘Clean Sri Lanka’
The Sri Lanka Navy commenced the first working day of New Year today (01st January 2025), pledging its support for the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ initiative, in parallel with the national ceremony held in this regard. Naval personnel from Navy Headquarters, all naval establishments and ships commenced the day by attending the solemn occasion where the national flag was hosted and national anthem was sung....
2025-01-01
Navy takes over hoisting of National Flag at Galle Face and Ceremonial Guard at President’s House
The Sri Lanka Navy assumed the customary responsibilities of hoisting the National Flag at Galle Face and performing the Ceremonial Guard at the President’s House, taking over from the Sri Lanka Army. The duties were officially handed over at Galle Face and Navy Headquarters on 31st December 2024 and 01st January 2025....
2025-01-01
