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PNS SAIF arrives at port of Colombo
The Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) SAIF arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (30th January 2024). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2024-01-30
Crew of 'Lorenzo Putha IV' held captive by pirates in Arabian Sea rescued in coordination with Sri Lanka Navy
A collaborative effort took place involving the Sri Lanka Navy and regional Maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (MRCCs) to rescue the fishermen aboard the fishing trawler ‘Lorenzo Putha IV’, which was forcibly taken into custody by pirates, while engaged in fishing activities in the Arabian Sea. As a result of this operation, the Seychelles Coast Guard today (29th January 2024) safely rescued the 06 crew members of the trawler, held captive by pirates....
2024-01-30
Forty-nine (49) Midshipmen set sail on their naval journeys as commissioned officers in Trincomalee
In a poignant ceremony marked by a strong sense of duty and national pride, 49 midshipmen embarked on their naval careers as commissioned officers on 28th January 2024. The commissioning ceremony, held at the Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA), Trincomalee, was graced by the Prime Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena as the Chief Guest, at the invitation of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera. ...
2024-01-29
HMS SPEY arrives in Colombo
HMS SPEY of the Royal Navy arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (28th January 2024). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2024-01-28
Navy’s Leading Seaman RDNS Karunarathna wins 7th place in Dhaka Marathon 2024
Leading Seaman RDNS Karunarathna of the Sri Lanka Navy on 26th January 2024 won the 7th place in the Dhaka Marathon 2024, held in Bangladesh. He participated in the highly competitive event, representing the athletics team of Sri Lanka....
2024-01-28
Navy divers fix defunct sluice gate of Galamediyawa Tank
Sri Lanka Navy divers undertook a dedicated mission on 27th January 2024, to repair the malfunctioning sluice gate of the Galamediyawa Tank in Thambalagamuwa, Trincomalee....
2024-01-28
Four-storeyed Sanghawasa of Panchathuparama Purana Maha Viharaya in Thotagoda, Akmeemana declared open
The four- storeyed Sanghawasa of Panchathuparama Purana Maha Viharaya in Thotagoda, Akmeemana, constructed utilizing skilled labour and industrial expertise enabled by the Navy, was declared open by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera today (27th January 2024). The spiritual ceremony, held amidst the blessings of venerable Maha Sangha, including the Anunayake of Malwatta Chapter Most Venerable Niyangoda Dharmakeerthi Sri Sangharakkitha Vijithasiri Abhidana Thera, was graced by the Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, Hon. Vidura Wickremanayake and Mini...
2024-01-28
Rear Admiral Aruna Tennekoon honoured in send-off salute
Relinquishing duties to which he was committed over 35 years, Rear Admiral Aruna Tennekoon retired from naval service today (27th January 2024)....
2024-01-27
Media briefed about 1927 helpline for drug-dependent individuals seeking rehabilitation
In a significant stride towards combating drug addiction and aiding those in need, a media briefing was held today (26th January 2024) at the Light House Galley, Colombo to announce the launch of the 1927 helpline, designed to serve as a crucial lifeline for drug-dependent individuals seeking rehabilitation. The event was chaired by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera who is also the Chairman of the Task Force to Combat the Use of Poisonous and Dangerous Drugs....
2024-01-27
Navy apprehends 03 for shell fishing in Kalpitiya seas
The Navy apprehended 03 individuals who engaged in shell fishing, during a search operation conducted in the Ippantivu sea area of Kalpitiya on 25th January 2024. Meanwhile, the size of the seized conch shells (about 1856) was not within the legally accepted limit. The Navy also held the dinghy used for this illegal act....
2024-01-26
National Lotteries Board sponsors for 02 Reverse Osmosis plants
The Chairman, National Lotteries Board, Dr. Chameera C. Yapa Abeywardana handed over a cheque to the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera for the installation of 02 brackish water Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants. This benevolent act transpired at the Navy Headquarters on 24th January 2024....
2024-01-25
Rear Admiral Ruwan Kalubowila assumes duties as Director General Logistics
Rear Admiral Ruwan Kalubowila assumed duties as Director General Logistics of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Navy Headquarters today (24th January 2024). ...
2024-01-24
Rear Admiral Chaminda Jayapala honoured in farewell salute
The Sri Lanka Navy today (24th January 2024) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Chaminda Jayapala who retired from his distinguished naval service which spanned over 32 years....
2024-01-24
Rear Admiral Manjula Dissanayake assumes duties as Director General Budget and Finance
Rear Admiral Manjula Dissanayake assumed duties as Director General Budget and Finance of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Navy Headquarters today (24th January 2024). ...
2024-01-24
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Chandana Rathnayake
The Sri Lanka Navy today (24th January 2024) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Chandana Rathnayake who relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 35 years in the Sri Lanka Navy....
2024-01-24
