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Navy nabs 15 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in northern waters
The Navy nabbed 15 persons for engaging in fishing with unauthorized nets, during search operations conducted in the sea areas of Vathirayan and Nagar Kovil in Jaffna on 13th June 2024. The operations also led to the seizure of 04 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear employed for these illegal acts. ...
2024-06-14
Navy seizes stock of Kerala cannabis valued over Rs.109 million
Separate search operations conducted by the Navy on 13th June 2024 in the Kankesanthurai sea area and in the Thalayadi beach area of Jaffna with the Police Special Task Force (STF), led to the seizure of Kerala cannabis, weighing over 273kg. ...
2024-06-13
Commodore Prashantha Anthony assumes duties as Acting Director General Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Commodore Prashantha Anthony assumed duties as Acting Director General Electrical and Electronic Engineering of the Sri Lanka Navy at the Navy Headquarters today (13th June 2024). ...
2024-06-13
Rear Admiral Wiraj Leelarathna honoured in send-off salute
Relinquishing duties to which he was committed over 34 years, Rear Admiral Wiraj Leelarathna retired from naval service today (13th June 2024)....
2024-06-13
Navy apprehends 16 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in northern waters
The Navy nabbed 16 persons for engaging in illegal fishing practices, during a search operation conducted in the sea area of Kadeikadu, Jaffna on 12th June 2024. The operation also led to the seizure of 08 dinghies and unauthorized fishing gear employed for these illegal acts. ...
2024-06-13
Trincomalee children benefit from Navy's mobile dental services
In view of World Oral Health Day 2024, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a mobile dental service for children of Trincomalee area on 11th and 12th June 2024. ...
2024-06-12
A suspect with 4600 foreign cigarettes held in Ragama
A combined search operation conducted by the Navy and Police STF in the Podiweekumbura area of Ragama on 11th June 2024 led to the arrest of a suspect with about 4600 foreign cigarettes. ...
2024-06-12
A suspect with prescription drugs held in Anuradhapura
A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Food and Drugs Inspector unit- Anuradhapura led to the apprehension of a suspect and seizure of 918 prescription drugs, made ready for sale, in Anuradhapura on 11th June 2024. ...
2024-06-12
Commander of the Navy embarks on official visit to Trincomalee South
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera embarked on a formal visit to Trincomalee South within the Eastern Naval Command on 10th June 2024. The purpose of the visit was to assess the status of important welfare and operational matters within the area. In addition, he also addressed a cross section of officers and sailors, regarding operational readiness and future prospects of the organization....
2024-06-11
Mangrove planting initiative takes root in Negombo in parallel with World Environment Day
Coinciding with the World Environment Day (05th June), the Sri Lanka Navy partnered with the DFCC Bank to launch a mangrove planting initiative in the Waikkala Lagoon of Negombo on 07th June 2024. This initiative was part of the Navy's ongoing coastal and marine ecosystem conservation programme....
2024-06-11
Navy wins open men's singles runner-up title in 19th All Island Ranking Table Tennis Championship
The19th All Island Ranking Table Tennis Championship, organized by Tibhar Sports Club, was held from 7th to 9th June 2024 at SRS Sports complex in Ambalangoda. The Sri Lanka Navy secured the runner-up position in the open men's singles category. ...
2024-06-10
Foundation stone laid for museum at VNF Headquarters
In a significant development aimed at preserving the rich history and heritage of the Sri Lanka Volunteer Naval Force, a foundation stone was laid for a new museum at the Volunteer Naval Force Headquarters in Welisara on 10th June 2024. The museum would house historical photographs and memorabilia of the Volunteer Naval Force, related to significant moments and events from its inception to the present day. The ceremony was presided by the Commandant Volunteer Naval Force, Rear Admiral Lashanth N Hewavitharane. ...
2024-06-10
Logistics Conference - 2024 and Certificate Awarding of LLMC No. 8 conclude in Trincomalee
The Logistics Conference - 2024 and Certificate Awarding of Long Logistics Management Course (LLMC) No.8 were held at the Admiral Wasantha Karannagoda Auditorium in Trincomalee on 08th and 09th June 2024. At the invitation of Commandant Naval and Maritime Academy, Commodore Rohan Joseph the Logistics Conference was graced by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, as the Chief Guest. Professor Nelis Perera, who specializes in Supply Chain Management at the University of Moratuwa, delivered the keynote address at the conference....
2024-06-09
Commander of the Navy presides over 25th anniversary of Diving School
The Sri Lanka Navy's Diving School celebrated its 25th anniversary with a commemorative event held at the Diving Training School in the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee, on 08th June, 2024. The event was graced by Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, the Commander of the Navy. The Diving School, a vital training institution for navy divers, was originally established on 10th June 1999....
2024-06-09
A suspect with Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 24 million held in Jaffna
A search operation conducted by the Navy with the Police Special Task Force (STF) led to the arrest of a suspect with over 60kg of Kerala cannabis. The coordinated search was mounted in the beach area of Wallipuram, Jaffna on 08th June 2024. ...
2024-06-09
