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Twenty (20) naval artificer apprentices pass out after successful completion of training at Naval Institute of Technology
On successful completion of their training at Naval Institute of Technology (NIT) in Welisara, 20 naval artificer apprentices of the 20th artificer intake of NIT passed out at the main parade ground of NIT in Welisara today (17th May 2024). At the invitation of Acting Training Commander, Commander RS De Soyza, the ceremony was graced by Director General Civil Engineering, Rear Admiral Hiran Balasooriya, as the Chief Guest....
2024-05-17
Navy apprehends 08 persons for engaging in illegal fishing
The Navy nabbed 08 persons for engaging in illegal fishing practices, during separate operations conducted in the sea areas of Ambalanpokkanei, Mullaitivu and Poduwakattu, Trincomalee on 16th May 2024. The operations also led to the seizure of 03 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear employed for these illegal acts....
2024-05-17
Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda assumes duties as Commander Eastern Naval Area
Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, who was newly appointed as Commander Eastern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters in Trincomalee today (16th May 2024). ...
2024-05-16
Approx. 338kg of smuggled Tendu leaves held in Northwestern waters
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ippanthivu sea area, Kalpitiya on 15th May 2024, led to the recovery of approx. 338kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves, attempted to be smuggled into the country....
2024-05-16
Navy apprehends 29 persons for engaging in illegal fishing
The Navy nabbed 29 persons for engaging in an assortment of illegal fishing practices, during separate operations conducted in the sea areas of Chundikulam and Kudarappu in Kilinochchi and Talpadu in Mannar on 15th May 2024. The operations also led to the seizure of 11 dinghies, about 210 sea cucumbers, diving equipment and unauthorized fishing gear. ...
2024-05-16
U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka meets with Commander Northern Naval Area
During her visit to the Northern Province, the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Julie Chung met with the Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe at the Northern Naval Command Headquarters on 15th May 2024....
2024-05-16
Navy nabs 02 persons with a stock of sea cucumbers in Silawathura
A special search operation mounted by the Navy in Pandaraweli beach vicinity, Silawathura on 14th May 2024 led to the apprehension of 02 individuals who were in the process of preparing about 3500 illegally harvested sea cucumbers for transportation. Along with the stock of sea cucumbers, a cab used for this illegal act was also taken into the naval custody....
2024-05-16
Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe assumes command of Northern Naval Command
Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe, who was newly appointed as Commander Northern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters today (13th May 2024)....
2024-05-13
Two-storeyed Sanghawasa at Sri Dharma Nikethana Maha Pirivena in Sella Kataragama declared open by Commander of the Navy
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera declared open a newly built two-storeyed Sanghawasa at Sri Dharma Nikethana Maha Pirivena in Sella Kataragama on 11th May 2024. The Sri Lanka Navy enabled its manpower and industrial expertise for the construction of this two-storeyed Sanghawasa building....
2024-05-13
Navy conducts CBRN training programme in Trincomalee
The Navy successfully conducted a training exercise focused on chemical spillage at Ashroff Jetty, Trincomalee in the first quarter of the year 2024. Chemical spillage poses significant threats to both public safety and security due to their potential for catastrophic consequences....
2024-05-13
Navy becomes runner-up in National Baseball Super League 2024
The Sri Lanka Navy won the men's runner-up title in the National Baseball Super League 2024 organized by the Sri Lanka Baseball Association. The tournament was held at Japan Sri Lanka Friendship Baseball Ground, Diyagama on 10th and 11th May 2024....
2024-05-12
A suspects held with 1440 Pregabalin capsules in Batticaloa
A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) - Kalladi led to the arrest of a suspect and seizure of 1440 Pregabalin capsules and a car in Batticaloa on 11th May 2024....
2024-05-12
A person nabbed in Kalpitiya for possessing antiques suspected to be gold
A search operation carried out by the Navy and Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau, Puttalam in the Alankuda area of Kalpitiya on 11th May 2024 resulted in the arrest of an individual possessing antiques suspected to be gold....
2024-05-12
Commander of the Navy visits Southeastern Naval Command
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera embarked on a formal visit to the Southeastern Naval Command from the 08th to 10th of May 2024. This visit encompassed a comprehensive overview of operational matters, developmental initiatives, and welfare projects underway within the command. Addressing officers and sailors of the command, the Navy Chief also briefed on how they could dedicate themselves more effectively to fulfill the Navy's duties....
2024-05-11
Thirteen (13) persons apprehended for illegal harvesting of sea cucumbers in Mannar
Search operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard in Pesalai and Vankalapadu sea area of Mannar on 09th May 2024, led to the apprehension of 13 persons for illegal harvesting and transporting of sea cucumbers. The operations also resulted in the seizure of about 627 sea cucumbers, 07 trawlers and unauthorized fishing equipment....
2024-05-10
