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Rear Admiral Nalindra Jayasinghe honoured in send-off salute
Relinquishing duties to which he was committed for 33 years, Rear Admiral Nalindra Jayasinghe retired from naval service today (30th July 2024)....
2024-07-30
Navy riders speed to victory in ‘Mahameruwa Rally Supercross - 2024’
Sri Lanka Navy riders showcased their prowess in ‘Mahameruwa Rally Supercross - 2024’ which was organized by the Sri Lanka Association of Racing Drivers and Riders (SLARDAR) at Mahameruwa motor track in Giriulla on 28th July 2024....
2024-07-30
Navy's vital role in thalassemia patient support felicitated
In a significant acknowledgment of its magnanimous efforts, the Sri Lanka Navy's role in supporting thalassemia patients was felicitated by the Ministry of Health at its auditorium today (29th July 2024). The Navy is into their innovative approach in producing low-cost thalassemia infusion systems for the support of thalassemia patients. The felicitation ceremony, which was graced by the Minister of Industries and Minister of Health, Hon. (Dr.) Ramesh Pathirana, was attended by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera. ...
2024-07-29
27 persons engaged in illegal fishing held during separate operations
During separate search operations conducted in the sea areas off Koneshwaram and Chapel Point in Trincomalee on 27th July 2024, the Navy and Coast Guard apprehended 27 persons for their involvement in illegal fishing activities. These operations also led to the confiscation of 05 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear....
2024-07-29
Navy delivers clean water solution with new RO plant at Kuda Bellankadawala, Anuradhapura
A new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, installed as part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project, was declared open for community use in the Kuda Bellankadawala area, Anuradhapura today (28th July 2024)....
2024-07-29
Spectacular play marks conclusion of Navy Inter-Command Rugby Tournament
The Navy Inter-Command Rugby Tournament - 2024 came to an exhilarating close at the rugby ground of SLNS Gemunu, showcasing the exceptional sporting prowess of naval personnel. The three-day event, held from 24th to 26th July 2024, witnessed intense competition among Naval Commands, with the Afloat Command emerging as the men's champions and the Western Naval Command clinching the women's championship. ...
2024-07-27
Commodore Dammika Wijewardana assumes duties as Acting Commander Northwestern Naval Area
Commodore Dammika Wijewardana assumed duties as Acting Commander Northwestern Naval Area at the Command Headquarters today (27th July 2024)....
2024-07-27
Navy opens two new RO plants for community access
The Sri Lanka Navy, as part of its Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project, inaugurated two new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants in the Palugaswewa and Kekirawa areas of Anuradhapura on 26th July 2024....
2024-07-27
About 1,276kg of smuggled Tendu leaves recovered in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy on the Erumativu Island and its sea area, Kalpitiya on 26th July 2024, led to the recovery of about 1,276kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves. It is believed the consignment of Tendu leaves was smuggled into the country via sea....
2024-07-27
Children in Batticaloa benefit from Navy's mobile dental services
The Sri Lanka Navy successfully conducted mobile dental services for children of Batticaloa area on 25th July 2024....
2024-07-27
Newly renovated Naval pilgrim house of St. Anne’s Shrine Thalawila opened
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera opened the newly renovated Naval pilgrim house of St. Anne’s Shrine Thalawila in Kalpitiya on 25th July 2024. This particular pilgrim house is allocated to both serving and retired officers and sailors who come to pay homage to the St. Anne’s Shrine Thalawila. The renovation work was carried out utilizing funds made possible by the Sri Lanka Navy Christian Council as well as manpower and industrial expertise enabled by the Navy. ...
2024-07-26
USS Michael Murphy departs island after formal visit
USS Michael Murphy of the United States Navy which arrived at the port of Colombo on 23rd July 2024 departed the island on successful completion of its formal visit today (26th July)....
2024-07-26
Cluster meeting of ReCAAP concludes on successful note
The cluster meeting of Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP) which got underway at the Kingsbury Colombo, came to a successful end today (25th July 2024) following a visit in Colombo....
2024-07-25
Navy takes hold of about 1780kg of smuggled Tendu leaves in Negombo
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Dadugama lagoon area of Negombo in the evening of 24th July 2024 resulted in the seizure of about 1780kg of smuggled Tendu leaves and apprehension of 02 suspects. Additionally, the Navy also confiscated 06 dinghies used for the racket. ...
2024-07-25
Navy brings ashore ill fisherman in coordination with MRCC Colombo
The Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to bring ashore an ill fisherman who was in distress while aboard a local multi day fishing trawler, about 200 nautical miles (370km) off Galle. The fisherman was retrieved by SLNS Vijayabahu mid sea, on being coordinated by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Colombo. After being brought ashore on 24th July 2024, he was rushed to the Teaching Hospital Karapitiya, for medical attention....
2024-07-24
