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World Oceans Day 2025 national celebrations make splash at Port City, Colombo
A national initiative to raise public awareness about the ocean’s vital environmental and economic significance and the urgent need to safeguard it for future generations was held on 08 Jun 25 at Colombo Port City in observance of World Oceans Day. ...
2025-06-09
Navy intercepts 02 dinghies with 1314kg of Kendu leaves, smuggled goods and 04 suspects in Mannar
In an operation on 06 Jun 25, the Sri Lanka Navy in the Nadukkuda sea area of Mannar, led to the apprehension of 04 suspects and seizure of 02 dinghies loaded with around 1,314kg of smuggled Kendu leaves and other items, attempting to smuggle into the country. ...
2025-06-09
Secret stash of Kendu leaves recovered from van in Puttalam
In a joint operation on the night of 05 Jun 25, the Sri Lanka Navy and Police intercepted a van in Thillayadi, Puttalam, seizing approximately 386kg of Kendu leaves, believed to have been smuggled into the country, and a van used for this racket. ...
2025-06-09
Navy grabs runner-up spot at 13th Defence Services Wushu Championship
The 13th Defence Services Wushu Championship concluded successfully from 02 to 04 Jun 25, at the Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment Indoor Sports Complex in Ambepussa. The Sri Lanka Navy delivered an impressive performance, securing the overall runners-up position in both the men's and women's categories. ...
2025-06-09
Navy's community outreach initiative transforms Laafir Vidyalaya, Kalmunai
The Navy joined hands to enhance conducive educational environment at Laafir Vidyalaya, Kalmunai on 30 May 25, as part of "A School Full of Happiness" initiatives. ...
2025-06-09
Vice Chief of Naval Staff of Indian Navy meets with Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy
The Vice Chief of Naval Staff of Indian Navy, Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, accompanying the high-level delegation led by Defence Secretary of India, Mr. Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, arrived in Sri Lanka to attend the 8th Annual Defence Dialogue, met with the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on 05 Jun 25 at the Navy Headquarters in Colombo....
2025-06-06
Navy takes hold of about 2,123kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Kalpitiya
The Sri Lanka Navy took hold of about 2,123kg of smuggled Kendu leaves, during a search operation carried out today (05 Jun 25) in the beach vicinity of Mohoththuwaram, Kalpitiya....
2025-06-06
Navy seizes over 600kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Navy today (04 Jun 25) led to the seizure of a dinghy with about 600kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in the coastal waters of Alankuda, Kalpitiya. ...
2025-06-05
Navy pitches in with marine conservation efforts near Pigeon Island
In a significant step toward preserving Sri Lanka’s marine biodiversity, the Sri Lanka Navy partnered with the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat to bolster conservation efforts on 02 Jun 25 in the Pigeon Island area off the coast of Trincomalee. This special initiative, held in line with World Environment Day and the Sri Lanka Navy enabled vital diving assistance for this worthwhile endeavour....
2025-06-04
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of Australia meets Commander of the Navy
A high-level Australian delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister of Australia, Hon. Richard Marles, met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on 03 Jun 25 at the Navy Headquarters, Colombo....
2025-06-04
NMA’s parade ground shines as new drill instructors take the spotlight
Upon successful completion of the 39th Drill Instructor Course, 05 junior sailors passed out at the main parade ground of the Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA) on 29 May 25. The event was graced by the Commandant NMA, Rear Admiral Rohan Joseph, as the Chief Guest....
2025-06-03
UNODC Regional VBSS Course and Maritime Domain Awareness Training successfully concludes in Trincomalee
The Sri Lanka Navy successfully wrapped up a two-week regional training programme, organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The programme featured two key training modules: the UNODC’s Regional Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) course, and a Maritime Domain Awareness session. The training took place at the Special Boat Squadron Headquarters (SBSHQ) and Sober Island Resort in Trincomalee. The certificate awarding ceremony was held under the patronage of Commanding Officer SBS on 30 May 25. ...
2025-06-03
VNF senior sailors charting course to fluency with English Camp
The English Camp Pilot Project – 01/2025, held at the Volunteer Naval Force (VNF) Headquarters in Welisara for senior sailors of the Volunteer Naval Force, came to a successful end on 30 May 25. The closing event was presided over by the Commandant Volunteer Naval Force, Rear Admiral HNS Perera....
2025-06-03
From sea to society: blood donation to mark national spirit of reconciliation and commemoration
In a yet another heartwarming act of social responsibility, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a blood donation campaign on 30 May 25 at the Navy General Hospital, Colombo. ...
2025-06-03
Commander of the Navy embarks on visit to Naval Dockyard Trincomalee
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda embarked on a formal visit to the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee on 31 May 25. During the visit, he evaluated critical operational and training activities, reviewed welfare measures and addressed naval personnel on the vital role of the Sri Lanka Navy in national security....
2025-06-02
