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Navy responds to bring ashore critically ill fisherman for urgent treatment
The Sri Lanka Navy swiftly responded to bring ashore a critically ill fisherman and transfer him to the General Hospital, Trincomalee for urgent medical attention on 01 Mar 25. The fisherman was aboard a local multiday fishing trawler which was off the east coast of Trincomalee. ...
2025-03-02
Sri Lanka Navy extends best wishes on 74th anniversary of Sri Lanka Air Force
The Commander of the Navy, along with naval personnel, extends heartfelt congratulations to the Sri Lanka Air Force, as it proudly marks the 74th anniversary today (02 Mar 25)....
2025-03-02
Navy enhances operational capabilities with Line-Throwing Adapter Kits for T56 SMG
The Sri Lanka Navy’s Research and Development Unit (RDU) has achieved another milestone in enhancing operational efficiency with the invention of Line-Throwing Adapter Kits for T56 SMG. The kits were officially handed over to SLNS Gajabahu and SLNS Sayurala in a ceremony presided over by the Commander Western Naval Area on 28 Feb 25....
2025-03-02
Navy successfully conducts special mobile dental clinic in Pannipitiya
As part of yet another community service initiative, the Sri Lanka Navy organized a mobile dental clinic on 28 Feb 25, at Sri Devram Viharaya in Pannipitiya. The programme was organized in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Amarapura Maha Sanga Sabawa, fostering a spirit of unity and care....
2025-03-02
Sri Lanka Navy drives infrastructure development for annual Kachchativu feast
The annual feast of St. Antony's Shrine on the Kachchativu Island in the Jaffna Peninsula is set to take place on 14 and 15 Mar 25 on a high note. In the backdrop where the District Secretary of Jaffna has made necessary arrangements for the event, the Sri Lanka Navy is currently working in full swing to establish infrastructure and facilities for the convenience of devotees....
2025-03-01
JMSDF ASAHI arrives at port of Colombo
Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ASAHI arrived at the Port of Colombo on a replenishment visit this morning (01 Mar 25). The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2025-03-01
Community gains access to clean water through RO plant at Junior School, Veherayaya
In a significant step towards ensuring access to clean drinking water, a Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant was declared open at Junior School, Veherayaya in Wellawaya on 28 Feb 25. This initiative, spearheaded by the Sri Lanka Navy's Research and Development Unit, is part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) Project, which continues to make a positive impact....
2025-02-28
Commander of the Navy pays courtesy call on Admiral of the Fleet, Wasantha Karannagoda
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda called on the Admiral of the Fleet, Wasantha Karannagoda in Ethul Kotte, Colombo today (28 Feb 25). ...
2025-02-28
Navy Sailing Club's unrivalled triumph at National Sailing Championship
The National Sailing Championship 2025, held on 24 and 25 Feb 25 at the Crow Island, Mattakkuliya concluded with resounding success as the Navy Sailing Club emerged as the undisputed champions, securing victories across all classes....
2025-02-28
RO plant at Sri Devananda National School, Tissamaharama declared open for community use
A Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant, built as part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) Project by the Navy's Research and Development Unit was declared open at Sri Devananda National School, Tissamaharama in Hambantota on 27 Feb 25. The project, carried out with industrial expertise of the Research and Development Unit, marked the 1084th unit delivered under the NSR Project. The magnanimous initiative was sponsored by engineer, Mr. Buddhi Mangala....
2025-02-28
Community effort strengthened as Navy renovates Chithambara College, Valvettithurai
In continuation of its commitment to community, the Sri Lanka Navy undertook a renovation and clean-up programme at Chithambara College, Valvettithurai in Jaffna on 26 Feb 25. The programme was conducted as part of the nationwide initiative to renovate schools under the “Clean Sri Lanka” project....
2025-02-27
President Meets Senior Naval Officers
A discussion on Sri Lanka’s current security situation was held today (26) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Disanayake....
2025-02-26
Commander of the Navy felicitated by his alma maters in Bandarawela
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda was warmly felicitated by his alma maters, S. Thomas' College and Central College, Bandarawela, in a series of ceremonious events held on 25 Feb 25. The events, organized by the past students, teachers and children of both schools, celebrated his ascension to the pinnacle of naval career. The Commander of the Navy was accompanied by the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Anusha Banagoda, during these visits....
2025-02-26
Navy dives into community service in support of "A Beautiful Beach - An Attractive Tourist Destination" project
In a significant move to support the government’s Clean Sri Lanka initiative, the Sri Lanka Navy recently conducted a series of beach cleaning programmes on 22 and 23 Feb 25. The efforts, backed by the Northern, Northwestern and North Central Naval Command, were part of the broader "A Beautiful Beach - An Attractive Tourist Destination" project, which aims to restore and maintain the pristine condition of the country’s beaches and tourist hotspots. ...
2025-02-24
Navy seizes 05 Indian fishing boats poaching in Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy seized 05 Indian fishing boats and apprehended 32 Indian fishermen while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters, during a special operation conducted in the sea area north of Mannar in the dark hours of 22 and wee hours of 23 Feb 25....
2025-02-23
