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Indian fishermen rescued from distressed trawler in northern waters handed over to Indian Navy
The two (02) fishermen who were rescued by the Sri Lanka Navy on 31st July 2024 from the Indian fishing trawler that sunk due to an accident in Sri Lankan waters off the Delft Island Jaffna, and the body of one (01) fisherman, who passed away while being admitted to Punguduthiv Hospital, Jaffna for treatment, were handed over to the Indian Naval Ship 'INS BITRA' on 02nd August 2024 by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard at the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) between India and Sri Lanka....
2024-08-03
A delegation led by Assistant Secretary North and South Asia of the Australian Department of Defence meets State Minister of Defence
The Assistant Secretary North and South Asia of the Australian Department of Defence, Ms. Karen Radford, met State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo on 30th July 2024....
2024-08-02
Indian Naval Submarine Shalki arrives in Colombo
The Indian Naval Submarine (INS) Shalki arrived at the port of Colombo today (02nd August 2024) on a formal visit. The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision with naval traditions....
2024-08-02
Assistant Secretary North and South Asia of the Australian Department of Defence meets with Commander of the Navy
The Assistant Secretary North and South Asia of the Australian Department of Defence, Ms. Karen Radford met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (01st August 2024). ...
2024-08-01
Navy designs medical grade RO plant for Hemodialysis Unit at Teaching Hospital - Ratnapura
As part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project, a medical grade Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant designed for the Hemodialysis Unit at Teaching Hospital – Ratnapura was declared open on 31st July 2024....
2024-08-01
Navy seizes a dinghy with about 749kg of dried turmeric and nabs 02 suspects in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the sea area of Uchchamunai, Kalpitiya this morning (31st July 2024) led to the seizure of a dinghy loaded with smuggled dried turmeric weighing about 749kg and apprehension of 02 suspects....
2024-07-31
Writer RMN Rathnayake shines in Mr. Novice – 2024
Writer RMN Rathnayake of the Sri Lanka Navy showcased exceptional performances in the Mr. Novice – 2024 National Bodybuilding and Physique Championship. Organized by Sri Lanka Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation, Mr. Novice – 2024 was held at S. De. S. Jayasinghe Hall, Dehiwala on 28th July 2024. ...
2024-07-30
Rear Admiral Nalindra Jayasinghe honoured in send-off salute
Relinquishing duties to which he was committed for 33 years, Rear Admiral Nalindra Jayasinghe retired from naval service today (30th July 2024)....
2024-07-30
Navy riders speed to victory in ‘Mahameruwa Rally Supercross - 2024’
Sri Lanka Navy riders showcased their prowess in ‘Mahameruwa Rally Supercross - 2024’ which was organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders (SLARDAR) at Mahameruwa motor track in Giriulla on 28th July 2024....
2024-07-30
Navy's vital role in thalassemia patient support felicitated
In a significant acknowledgment of its magnanimous efforts, the Sri Lanka Navy's role in supporting thalassemia patients was felicitated by the Ministry of Health at its auditorium today (29th July 2024). The Navy is into their innovative approach in producing low-cost thalassemia infusion systems for the support of thalassemia patients. The felicitation ceremony, which was graced by the Minister of Industries and Minister of Health, Hon. (Dr.) Ramesh Pathirana, was attended by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera. ...
2024-07-29
27 persons engaged in illegal fishing held during separate operations
During separate search operations conducted in the sea areas off Koneshwaram and Chapel Point in Trincomalee on 27th July 2024, the Navy and Coast Guard apprehended 27 persons for their involvement in illegal fishing activities. These operations also led to the confiscation of 05 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear....
2024-07-29
Navy delivers clean water solution with new RO plant at Kuda Bellankadawala, Anuradhapura
A new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, installed as part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project, was declared open for community use in the Kuda Bellankadawala area, Anuradhapura today (28th July 2024)....
2024-07-29
Spectacular play marks conclusion of Navy Inter-Command Rugby Tournament
The Navy Inter-Command Rugby Tournament - 2024 came to an exhilarating close at the rugby ground of SLNS Gemunu, showcasing the exceptional sporting prowess of naval personnel. The three-day event, held from 24th to 26th July 2024, witnessed intense competition among Naval Commands, with the Afloat Command emerging as the men's champions and the Western Naval Command clinching the women's championship. ...
2024-07-27
Commodore Dammika Wijewardana assumes duties as Acting Commander Northwestern Naval Area
Commodore Dammika Wijewardana assumed duties as Acting Commander Northwestern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters today (27th July 2024)....
2024-07-27
Navy opens two new RO plants for community access
The Sri Lanka Navy, as part of its Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project, inaugurated two new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants in the Palugaswewa and Kekirawa areas of Anuradhapura on 26th July 2024....
2024-07-27
