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Thirty (30) persons collared for involvement in illegal fishing
In separate search operations conducted by the Navy with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard and the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources from 09 to 20 Jun 25, thirty (30) individuals involved in various illegal fishing activities were apprehended in multiple locations. The operations also made way for the seizure of 10 dinghies and 02 traditional boats employed for these illegal practices....
2025-06-29
Navy seizes an Indian fishing boat poaching in island waters, north of Mannar
During a special search operation conducted in the wee hours of today (29 Jun 25), the Sri Lanka Navy seized an Indian fishing boat (01) and apprehended 08 Indian fishermen while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters, north of Mannar....
2025-06-29
Three (03) suspects with Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 47 million held in northern seas
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the sea area off Kovilan, Kareinagar in Jaffna on 27 Jun 25 resulted in the interception of a dinghy (01) with approx. 209kg (wet weight) of Kerala cannabis. The operation also resulted in the apprehension of 03 suspects in connection to the smuggling racket. ...
2025-06-29
Navy steps in: group of Indian fishermen rescued from capsized boat off Talaimannar
The Sri Lanka Navy on 25 Jul 25 rescued 04 Indian fishermen aboard an Indian fishing boat that had capsized in the Sri Lankan waters off Talaimannar....
2025-06-27
Commander of the Navy pays courtesy call on Commander of the Army
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo at the Army Headquarters on 25 Jun 25. ...
2025-06-27
Sacred journey, sustainable path: Navy’s eco-effort on pilgrim route
The Sri Lanka Navy stepped in to support both devotees and the environment during the annual Paada Yaathra pilgrimage through Kumana National Park to Kataragama. ...
2025-06-27
RO plant at Maligathenna Maha Vidyalaya, Monaragala brings safe drinking water
Representing the Sri Lanka Navy's ongoing commitment to community welfare through its Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) programme, a new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant was officially opened at Maligathenna Maha Vidyalaya, Monaragala on 20 Jun 25....
2025-06-27
A suspect nabbed with foreign cigarette stock
A coordinated search operation conducted by the Navy and Police resulted in the arrest of a suspect with about 3200 foreign-manufactured cigarettes, in the Udaperadeniya area of Kandy on 16 Jun 25. ...
2025-06-25
Navy’s wellness drive: Communities benefit from healthcare screening and awareness
As part of its ongoing Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) efforts, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a health screening campaign at the Our Lady of Valankannai Catholic Church in Andamkulam, Trincomalee, on 21 Jun 25....
2025-06-25
Local fishermen equipped with essential life-saving techniques and health awareness
Demonstrating its ongoing dedication to public welfare and community development, the Sri Lanka Navy joined forces with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources to provide essential life-saving training for local fishermen. The training session was held at the Valaichchenai Fishery Harbour on 20 Jun 25, equipping participants with vital skills for safer fishing activities....
2025-06-25
Seabed Mapping: Enabling Ocean Action takes center stage as Navy observes World Hydrography Day
The Sri Lanka Navy in partnership with the Sri Lanka National Hydrographic Office marked World Hydrography Day (21 Jun) with a special ceremony held at Wave n’ Lake Welisara on 24 Jun 25. At the invitation of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda and National Hydrographer of Sri Lanka cum Chief Hydrographer of Sri Lanka Navy, Rear Admiral Kosala Warnakulasooriya, the event was dignified by the presence of the Hon. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), as the Chief Guest. ...
2025-06-24
Faith meets service as Navy assists ‘Paada Yaathra’ pilgrims
The Sri Lanka Navy on 20 Jun 25 commenced its support for devotees undertaking the annual ‘Paada Yaathra’ pilgrimage, a sacred journey on foot from the northern and eastern parts of the country to the Kataragama Devalaya. As part of this initiative, the Navy ensures the needs of pilgrims are met along the stretch from the entrance of Kumana National Park to Kumbukkan Oya. Joining the ‘Paada Yaathra’, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda personally oversaw the arrangements to ensure a hassle free experience for the devotees...
2025-06-24
Navy takes hold of large consignments of smuggled Kendu leaves and tobacco products in Mannar
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the Nadukuda area of Mannar on 22 Jun 25 led to the seizure of Kendu leaves weighing approx. 1365kg and about 29100 tobacco products (mini-cigars), suspected to be smuggled in. ...
2025-06-24
Commander of the Navy visits Southeastern Naval Command reinforcing defence priorities
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda conducted an official three-day visit to the Southeastern Naval Command from 20 to 22 Jun 25. During this visit, he inspected key operational preparedness, reviewed administrative functions, assessed ongoing infrastructure projects and evaluated the progress of welfare initiatives for naval personnel....
2025-06-23
Navy mourns the demise of Lieutenant Commander Somasiri Devendra, esteemed architect of Naval training
Instructor Lieutenant Commander Somasiri Devendra, a distinguished naval instructor and former Commandant of the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee, passed away on 19 June 25. His passing marked the end of an era for the Sri Lanka Navy, where he played a pivotal role in shaping generations of naval officers....
2025-06-22
