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Hope flows in Anuradhapura with 02 new RO plants
In a significant step towards ensuring access to clean drinking water, 02 Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants were declared open at Heenukkiriyawa in Kekirawa and Sri Bodhirukkaramaya in Nawakkulama, Anuradhapura on 04 Apr 25. These initiatives, spearheaded by the Sri Lanka Navy's Research and Development Unit, are part of the Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) Project, which continues to make a positive impact. ...
2025-04-07
Community gains access to clean water through RO plant at Sri Mahasen Viharaya in Polonnaruwa
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 Mahasen Viharaya in the village of Mahindagama, Polonnaruwa on 03 Apr 25. ...
2025-04-07
Sri Lanka Navy clinches Defence Services Tennis Championship - 2025
Demonstrating outstanding performance and dominance on the court, the Sri Lanka Navy tennis team emerged champion at the 13th Defence Services Games – 2025. The tournament was held from 24 to 28 Mar 25 at the Sri Lanka Army Tennis Court in Narahenpita, with participation of ace tennis players from the Tri-Services. ...
2025-04-07
Navy intercepts local fishing trawler smuggling massive haul of methamphetamine and heroin, with 07 suspects
Acting on credible information, the Sri Lanka Navy launched a special operation on the high seas on the morning of 05 Apr 25, apprehending seven (07) suspects along with a local multi-day fishing trawler, believed to be involved in smuggling of narcotics. Subsequently, the intercepted trawler was brought to Dikkowita Harbour, where a thorough inspection was carried out with the assistance of Police Narcotic Bureau (PNB) experts, leading to uncover approximately 191kg and 752g of heroin and 671kg and 452g of methamphetamine (ice). The consignment which had been meticulously hidden in the trawle...
2025-04-06
Navy apprehends suspect with 1287kg of smuggled Kendu leaves in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Mampuri area, Kalpitiya in the wee hours of 04 Apr 25 led to the apprehension of a suspect (01) attempting to smuggle approximately 1,287 kg of Kendu leaves by a lorry....
2025-04-05
INS Sahyadri arrives at Port of Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit 04 Apr 25. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions....
2025-04-05
JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA depart island
Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) BUNGO and ETAJIMA which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit on 01 Apr 25, departed the island 04 Apr. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ships at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions....
2025-04-05
Eastern Naval Command emerges champion in Inter Command Cricket Tournament 2025
The final of Navy Inter Command Cricket Tournament 2025 was held at the Navy Cricket Ground in Welisara on 28th March 2025. In the final match, the Eastern Naval Command clinched the championship title, for which 09 teams vied. ...
2025-04-05
NMOC and DIILS delegation meets with Commander of the Navy
A delegation led by Mr. Gabrielle Ivan from U.S. Navy’s Meteorological and Oceanographic Command (NMOC) and Mr. David Lee from U.S. Defence Institute of International Legal Studies (DIILS) met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters on 02 Apr 25. ...
2025-04-05
Sri Lanka Navy supports spiritual observances at Nagadeepa Purana Rajamaha Viharaya
The Sri Lanka Navy facilitated a series of religious programmes at Nagadeepa Purana Rajamaha Viharaya on 02 and 03 Apr 25. These events honoured the late Chief Incumbent, the Most Venerable Brahmanawaththe Dhammakiththi Tissa Thera, and marked the 64th birthday of the temple’s present Chief Incumbent and Northern Province Chief Sanganayake, the Most Venerable Navadagala Padumakiththi Tissa Thera....
2025-04-05
Rear Admiral Rohan Joseph assumes duties as Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet
Rear Admiral Rohan Joseph, who was appointed as Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet, (FOCNF) assumed duties at the office of FOCNF in the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee today (04 Apr 25)....
2025-04-04
JMSDF & SLN unite for a cleaner coast
In a prominent display of cooperation and environmental stewardship, the Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) and the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) joined forces for a coastal cleanup initiative at the iconic Galle Face on 03 Apr 25. The event which exhibited the camaraderie of both maritime forces, brought together naval personnel from the visiting JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA as well as the Sri Lanka Navy. ...
2025-04-04
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Thushara Karunatunga
The Sri Lanka Navy on 03 Apr 25 bade farewell to Rear Admiral Thushara Karunatunga who relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 33 years in the Sri Lanka Navy....
2025-04-04
Navy conquers another peak in pursuit of healthy work-life balance
Naval personnel on 28 and 29 Mar 25 embarked on a thrilling expedition to Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak), while fostering health and well-being among personnel within the Navy. The event was attended by a group of 34 staff members of the Directorate of Policy and Planning, under the supervision of its Acting Director....
2025-04-03
KDU Vice Chancellor meets Commander of the Navy
The Vice Chancellor of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), Rear Admiral Dammika Kumara met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters on 02 Apr 25....
2025-04-03
