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Navy takes hold of smuggled Kendu leaves exceeding 325kg in Negombo
The Navy took hold of about 325kg and 04g (wet weight) of Kendu leaves, attempted to be smuggled in, during a search operation conducted in the Negombo sea area on 07 May 25. ...
2025-05-09
Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 120 million seized with 03 suspects in northern waters
A search operation conducted by the Navy off the Eluvativu Island, Jaffna on 07 May 25 resulted in the seizure of about 301kg and 150g of Kerala cannabis. The operation also led to the apprehension of 03 suspects and a dinghy (01) in connection to the smuggling racket....
2025-05-08
Tri-Forces Commanders attended special discussion with visiting Japanese Minister of Defence
The Japanese Minister of Defence, Hon. Nakatani Gen, embarked on an official visit to Sri Lanka. Following their arrival at the Defence Headquarters Complex in Sri Jayawardanepura, Kotte, on 04 May 25, a special meeting with the Japanese delegation took place, attended by the Commander of the Navy and the Commanders of the Sister Services....
2025-05-07
Sri Lanka Navy participates in IMDEX Asia 2025 in Singapore
The International Maritime Defence Exhibition (IMDEX) Asia 2025, the premier naval and maritime defence event in the Asia-Pacific region, commenced on 06 May 2025 at Singapore’s Changi Exhibition Centre. The Sri Lanka Navy delegation, led by the Commander of the Navy, along with the crew of SLNS Samudura, attended the opening ceremony of the three-day exhibition. The team also participated in the International Maritime Security Conference (IMSC), a key segment of the event. ...
2025-05-07
Three (03) suspects with smuggled stock of insecticides held in Kalpitiya
In a successful search operation, the Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 03 suspects along with a stock of smuggled insecticides, made ready for transportation, in the lagoon area of Anawasala, Kalpitiya on 02 May 25. The operation also resulted in the seizure of a lorry (01) set to be used in smuggling insecticides. ...
2025-05-06
Community engagement fostered through inter-island volleyball tournament
In a spirited effort to strengthen the historical ties of the Sri Lanka Navy and community of the North, the Navy successfully organized an inter-island volleyball tournament, bringing together residents from Eluvaitivu, Analathive and Nainathive Islands for sportsmanship and civil-military unity. The final match of the tournament was held at Welappedi volleyball ground on 29 Apr 25. ...
2025-05-06
Navy’s EOD & CBRNE experts hone tactics in Trincomalee
The Exchange Explosive Ordnance Disposal and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (EOD & CBRNE) Course 01\2025 was successfully held from 21 Apr to 01 May 25 at the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) Headquarters in Trincomalee. The certificate awarding of the course was presided over by the Deputy Area Commander Eastern Naval Area. ...
2025-05-04
Navy flexes muscle with ‘Operation Lion Eye’ Riverine Exercise
In a display of maritime preparedness and environmental awareness, the Sri Lanka Navy on 30 Apr 25 successfully completed “Operation Lion Eye,” a full-scale riverine training exercise in the waters of the Negombo Lagoon. ...
2025-05-04
Navy Women’s 7s Rugby Team clinches championship at Defence Services Games
The Navy Women’s 7s Rugby Team emerged victorious at the Defence Services Games -2025, securing the championship title. The tournament, which brought together elite ruggerites from across the armed forces, was held on 09 and 30 Apr 25....
2025-05-04
Naval expertise in action to strengthen community health wellbeing
In a commendable initiative to promote community health, the Sri Lanka Navy subject matter expertise partnered with the Lions Club and health professionals in the area to conduct a health screening and awareness programme for the staff of the Trincomalee Urban Council. The programme was held at the Urban Council premises on 29 Apr 25. ...
2025-05-04
Navy extends experience knowledge to enhance community readiness
With a view to empowering community, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a specialized three-day diving training programme from 26 to 28 Apr 25 in Ampara. The initiative, set in motion alongside the ongoing "Clean Sri Lanka" campaign, aimed to enhance civilian readiness during flood emergencies....
2025-05-04
Navy revitalizes learning environments at trio of schools in Ampara
Demonstrating its continued commitment to social responsibility and empowerment, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted conducive environmental enhancement initiatives at 03 schools in Ampara on 20, 22 and 28 Apr 25.The programmes were launched as part of the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiatives, centered on the theme "A School Full of Happiness.”...
2025-05-02
Navy riders race to several wins at Mahameruwa Rally Cross – 2025
Navy riders made several achievements at the Mahameruwa Rally Cross – 2025, organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders (SLARDAR), in Giriulla on 27 Apr 25....
2025-05-02
Navy extends its support with yet another step in mangrove planting
In a significant step toward environmental conservation, the Sri Lanka Navy on 26 Apr 25 teamed up with the Rotaract Informatics Institute of Technology (RIIT) to plant 1,000 mangrove plants at Urani Lagoon, Pottuvil....
2025-05-02
Four hundred and nineteen (419) recruits pass out through the portals of SLNS Shiksha
On successful completion of their basic naval training, a total of 419 recruits successfully passed out in a vibrant ceremony held at the main parade ground of SLNS Shiksha in Poonewa on 29 Apr 25. The recruits, belonging to the 257th intake, comprised 266 personnel from the Regular Naval Force and 153 from the Volunteer Naval Force, marking another milestone in the Navy’s commitment to strengthening maritime defence. ...
2025-05-01
