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Navy carries out range of events as part of national drug prevention week
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The President His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena has declared a national drug prevention week from 23rd June to 01st July. Accordingly, the Sri Lanka Navy has also launched a range of events in line with that national programme.
25 Jun 2019
Commander Chaminda Wijewardhena takes over command of SLNS Rathnadeepa
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Commander (C) Chaminda Wijewardhena took over the duties as the new Commanding Officer of the Coastal Patrol Vessel (CPV) SLNS Rathnadeepa today (25th June).
25 Jun 2019
Person apprehended with a stock of shark fins
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Naval personnel, during a raid conducted in Pudumathalan area on 23rd June 2019, apprehended a person with a stock of shark fins.
25 Jun 2019