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Navy takes hold of over 1287 kg of smuggled Tendu leaves in Mannar
The Navy took hold of over 1287 kg (wet weight) of smuggled Tendu leaves, during a search operation conducted in the beach areas of Keeri in Mannar today (04th November 2024). ...
2024-11-04
Rear Admiral Varuna Ferdinandusz assumes duties as Commander Northwestern Naval Area
Rear Admiral Varuna Ferdinandusz assumed duties as Commander Northwestern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters today (04th November 2024)....
2024-11-04
Navy extends support for annual Katina Pinkama ceremony of Rathana Sadaham Meditation Centre, Kithulkote
The annual Katina Pinkama ceremony of Rathana Sadaham Meditation Centre in Kithulkote, Thanamalwila was successfully held with the assistance of the Sri Lanka Navy on 02nd and 03rd November 2024....
2024-11-04
Rear Admiral Thushara Karunatunga assumes command of Northern Naval Command
Rear Admiral Thushara Karunatunga, who was newly appointed as Commander Northern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters today (03rd November 2024). ...
2024-11-03
Navy’s 74th Anniversary celebrations begin with Flag Blessing and Kanchuka Puja ceremonies in Anuradhapura
Demonstrating its deep reverence, the Sri Lanka Navy held the Naval Flag Blessing Ceremony and Kanchuka Puja under the patronage of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, along with the attendance of the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Mala Lamahewa on 02nd November 2024. The events, organized by the Naval Buddhist Association, unfolded at the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi and Ruwanweliseya in Anuradhapura, in anticipation of invoking blessings on the forthcoming 74th Anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, slated for 09th December....
2024-11-03
Two (02) suspects held with Crystal Methamphetamine, foreign fags and illicit liquor in Nagavilluwa, Puttalam
A coordinated search operation conducted by the Navy and Police Narcotic Bureau, in Nagavilluwa, Puttalam on 01st November 2024 led to the apprehension of 02 suspects with 8g of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE), 320 foreign cigarettes, 440 litres of Goda and 100 litres of illicit liquor....
2024-11-02
Six persons nabbed for engaging in illegal fishing in Trincomalee
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 06 persons for their involvement in illegal fishing using unauthorized nets, during a search operation conducted in the sea area of Adukkupadu, Trincomalee on 01st November 2024. The operation also resulted in the seizure of a dinghy used for this illegal activity....
2024-11-02
Certificate awarding of Regional VBSS Instructors’ Course and Radiological & Nuclear Incident Scenario exercise held in Trincomalee
The Sri Lanka Navy recently hosted a Regional Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) Instructors' Course and a Radiological and Nuclear Incident Scenario exercise at Special Boat Squadron Headquarters and certificate awarding ceremony was held at Sober Island Resort in Trincomalee on 01st November 2024....
2024-11-02
Navy basketball players shine at Inter-Command Basketball Tournament
In a thrilling display of athleticism and teamwork, the Navy Inter-Command Basketball Tournament reached its culmination at the Commander Parakrama Samaraweera Memorial Indoor Sports Complex in Welisara, spanning from the 24th to 30th October 2024. The men’s championship of the tournament was clinched by the Eastern Naval Command, while the Western Naval Command secured the women’s championship....
2024-11-01
Navy apprehends 06 persons for engaging in illegal night diving in Mannar
A special search operation conducted by the Navy off Pandaraweli, Mannar this morning (01st November 2024) led to the apprehension of 06 suspects who were engaging in illegal night diving to harvest sea cucumbers. The operation also resulted in the seizure of 01 dinghy and 227 illegally harvested sea cucumbers. ...
2024-11-01
Certificate awarding of Research and Development Orientation Course 2024 held in Welisara
The Research and Development (R&D) Orientation Course 2024, held from 21st to 30th October, 2024, effectively trained and inspired sailors in the field of R&D in the Sri Lanka Navy. A certificate awarding ceremony marked the course's conclusion on 30th October, held at the Conference Hall of the Research and Development Unit at SLNS Thakshila, Welisara....
2024-11-01
National Hydrographic Office makes waves with new Galle Harbour electronic chart
The Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office (SLNHO) added another feather to its recent streak of achievements with the publication of the new Electronic Navigation Chart (ENC) of the Galle Harbour, at the SLNHO on 31st October 2024. This is the first ENC produced by the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office since its establishment....
2024-11-01
A suspect held with 1180 conch shells in Kalpitiya
The Navy and Police arrested an individual (1) for the unlawful possession of about 1180 conch shells, during a search operation conducted in Vannimundalama area of Kalpitiya on 30th October 2024. The concealed stash of conch shells awaiting transport, without a license....
2024-10-31
Navy conducts CBRN training programme at port of Colombo
The Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Unit of the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a comprehensive theory and practical training programme at the port of Colombo on 30th October 2024....
2024-10-31
Commodore Harsha De Silva assumes duties as Acting Commander Southeastern Naval Area
Commodore Harsha De Silva assumed duties as Acting Commander Southeastern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters today (30th October 2024)....
2024-10-30
