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Navy seizes over 485kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Talaimannar
A search operation conducted by the Navy on 29 Jun 25 led to the seizure of a dinghy with a consignment of smuggled Kendu leaves exceeding 485kg, at the Old Pier beach area in Talaimannar. ...
2025-07-07
Navy seizes smuggled pesticides and seeds in Puttalam and Kalpitiya
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a significant haul of smuggled pesticide materials and seeds during operations conducted in Puttalam and Kalpitiya from 20 to 30 Jun 25. The separate operations also resulted in the seizure of 02 dinghies and a lorry. ...
2025-07-07
Thirty-one (31) persons apprehended for engaging in illegal fishing
In separate search operations conducted by the Navy from 20 to 30 Jun 25, thirty-one (31) individuals involved in various illegal fishing activities were apprehended in multiple locations in Trincomalee. The operations also made way for the seizure of 06 dinghies employed for these illegal practices....
2025-07-07
Water woes of village communities in Anuradhapura eased as Navy installs 3 RO plants
Taking a major stride in addressing the need for safe drinking water, three (03) Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants established by the Navy were declared open at Katarampura Vidyalaya in Dutuwewa, Ulpathwea Monastery and Jamiul Milfar Jumma Masjid Mosque in Horowpothana in Anuradhapura on 05 Jul 25....
2025-07-07
SL Navy’s prompt response saves a group of Indian fishermen on distressed boat in Chilaw Seas
On receipt of information by Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo, a coordinated Search and Rescue (SAR) operation launched by the Sri Lanka Navy led to the rescue of 04 Indian fishermen on a distressed fishing boat off the western coast of Sri Lanka on 06 Jul 25. ...
2025-07-07
Navy apprehends 02 individuals in Kalladi seas for transferring dried sea cucumbers exceeding permitted limit
During a special search operation, the Sri Lanka Navy apprehended two individuals for illegally transporting approx. 673kg of dried sea cucumbers far exceeding the permitted limit in the Kalladi sea area, Kalpitiya on 05 Jul 25. ...
2025-07-06
French Ambassador to Sri Lanka meets Commander Southern Naval Area
The French Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Rémi Lambert met with the Commander Southern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Kosala Warnakulasuriya on 04 Jul 25 at the Command Headquarters....
2025-07-06
Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 16 million held in Mamunei, Jaffna
A coordinated search operation conducted by the Navy and Police in Mamunei, Jaffna in the wee hours of today (04 Jul 25) resulted in the seizure of about 71kg and 400g of Kerala cannabis....
2025-07-04
Relentless naval surveillance takes hold of 91kg of dried ginger and footwear attempted to be smuggled
During a search operation conducted in the sea area of Baththalangunduwa, Kalpitiya on 03 Jul 25, the Navy took hold of 91kg (wet weight) of dried ginger and 238 pairs of footwear attempted to smuggle....
2025-07-04
Navy races to a victory in Mahameruwa Rallycross 2025
The Sri Lanka Navy showcased its competitive spirit at the Mahameruwa Rallycross, securing a podium finish (3rd) in the Standard 250cc event on 29 Jun 25. The thrilling event, organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders (SLARDAR), was held at the Mahameruwa Motor Tracks in Giriulla, drawing top riders from motorsport clubs across the country....
2025-07-04
Commanding Officers’ Conclave: Strategic dialogue of fleet and the Commander
The Commanding Officers (COs) of the naval fleet assembled on 27 Jun 25 for the COs' Conclave 2025, a high-level discussion aimed at shaping the future direction of the naval fleet. The event, held at the Navy Headquarters, was chaired by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda and attended by the Navy Chief of Staff, Director Generals and Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet. ...
2025-07-03
Navy’s top boxers dominate at Inter-Command Boxing Championship 2025
The Inter-Command Boxing Championship 2025, held from 27 to 30 Jun 25 at the Naval Dockyard Boxing Ring in Trincomalee, concluded with thrilling victories as the Northwestern Naval Command and the Training Command emerged champions in the men’s and women’s categories, respectively....
2025-07-03
Commodore Dinesh Bandara takes helm at Naval and Maritime Academy
Marking the transition of leadership at the premier training establishment of the Sri Lanka Navy, Commodore Dinesh Bandara assumed duties as Commandant Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA) in Trincomalee on 02 Jul 25....
2025-07-03
Joint operation leads to drug bust in Wennappuwa; Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 202 million and 03 suspects apprehended
A coordinated search operation mounted by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, the Navy and Police Narcotic Bureau led to the seizure of over 900kg of Kerala cannabis in Bolawatta area in Wennappuwa on 02 Jul 25. The operation also led to the interception of a car in connection to the smuggling racket and a cab in which 02 foreign-made pistols, 04 magazines and 40 rounds of ammunition were found. ...
2025-07-03
Commander of the Air Force pays courtesy call on Commander of the Navy
The Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters today (02 Jul 25). ...
2025-07-02
