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Commander of the Navy pays obeisance to Mahanayake Thero of Ramanna Maha Nikaya
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda visited the Minioluwa Sri Vidyawasa Piriven Maha Viharaya, Mirigama and paid his obeisance to the Chief Prelate of Sri Lanka Ramanna Maha Nikaya, Aggamaha Panditha Most Venerable Makulewe Sri Wimala Nayaka Thero today (26 Jan 25)....
2025-01-26
Navy nabs 03 persons for spearfishing off Colombo Port
The Sri Lanka Navy, during a special search operation conducted off the coast of the Colombo Port on 25 Jan 25, apprehended three (03) individuals engaged in illegal fishing activities using spear guns, along with a dinghy (01)....
2025-01-26
Navy seizes 03 Indian fishing boats poaching in Sri Lankan waters north of Mannar
The Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard seized 03 Indian fishing boats and apprehend 33 Indian fishermen while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters, during special operations conducted in the sea area north of Mannar on 25 and 26 Jan 25....
2025-01-26
Two suspects held with explosives in Mannar
A combined search operation conducted by the Navy with the Police led to the arrest of 02 suspects along with 10 water gel sticks – a type of explosive, 10 non-electric detonators and 02 feet of safety fuse in Mannar and Shanthipuram on 24 Jan 25. The search also resulted in the seizure of a motorbike used for transporting water gel sticks. ...
2025-01-25
A woman apprehended with Kerala cannabis in Puttalam
A coordinated search operation conducted by the Navy and the Divisional Crime Detective Bureau, Puttalam led to the arrest of a woman with about 2kg and 245g of Kerala cannabis in possession at Kottantivu, Sinnapadu in Puttalam today (25 Jan 25)....
2025-01-25
Navy apprehends 02 suspects with 342kg of cardamom and 1231kg of dried turmeric attempted to be smuggled in Kalpitiya
Separate search operations conducted by the Navy in the beach vicinity of Keeramundalama in Kalpitiya and Thorayadi sea area on 24 Jan 25 led to the seizure of about 342kg of cardamom and a dinghy loaded with about 1231kg of dried turmeric, attempted to be smuggled into the country. During these operations, the Navy also apprehended 02 suspects in connection to the act of smuggling....
2025-01-25
Navy leads the way in community healthcare with special mobile dental clinics in Jaffna
The Sri Lanka Navy organized a series of special mobile dental clinics under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, held from 21st to 23rd January 2025. These clinics took place at St. Anthony’s Church in Mathagal, Nadeswara College in Kankasanthurei, and Parameshwara College in Veththalakerni, Jaffna....
2025-01-25
Rear Admiral Chandima Silva assumes duties as Commander Western Naval Area
Rear Admiral Chandima Silva assumed duties as Commander Western Naval Area at the Western Naval Command Headquarters today (24 Jan 25)....
2025-01-24
Navy steps up flood relief operations in affected areas
As severe weather conditions threaten several areas in the island, the Sri Lanka Navy has deployed 04 relief teams as of today (24 Jan 25), to the flood-stricken areas of Padaviya, Buddhangala and Aluthparagama of Mahakanadarawa in the Anuradhapura district and Lahugala area of the Ampara district. These teams are actively engaged in relief operations, working tirelessly to provide necessary aid and support to affected communities....
2025-01-24
Navy renders assistance to clean paddy warehouses under Clean Sri Lanka initiative
The Sri Lanka Navy commenced a programme on 23 Jan 25, extending its helping hand to clean government paddy warehouses in the Anuradhapura and Mannar districts, to ensure safe storage for the Maha season harvest. This initiative was carried out in support of the government's "Clean Sri Lanka" project, launched under the vision "Beautiful Island, Smiling People.”...
2025-01-24
Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka visits Eastern Naval Command
The Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, H.E. Akio Isomata visited the Eastern Naval Command Headquarters in Trincomalee and met with the acting Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Indika De Silva on 20th January 2025....
2025-01-22
Navy apprehends 02 persons for illegal transportation of sea cucumbers in Venpuravinagar, Jaffna
The Sri Lanka Navy on 20th January 2025 apprehended 02 persons for illegal transportation of sea cucumbers in the coastal vicinity of Venpuravinagar, Jaffna, without valid license. The search operation also led to the seizure of a dinghy and 130 sea cucumbers....
2025-01-21
Two suspects with 1289kg of smuggled Kendu leaves held in Keeramundalama, Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the beach and sea areas of Keeramundalama in Uchchamunai, Kalpitiya in the dark hours of 20th January 2025 led to the seizure of 1289kg (wet weight) of smuggled Kendu leaves. During this operation, the Navy also apprehended 02 suspects as well as a dinghy, 02 traditional boats and 02 tractors used for this racket....
2025-01-21
Four suspects with Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 43 million held in Mandaitivu and Pallekuda
Search operations conducted by the Navy off the Mandaitivu Island and in the Pallekuda beach vicinity in Pooneryn, Jaffa with the assistance of Police led to the apprehension of 04 suspects with over 108kg of Kerala cannabis and a dinghy on 20th January 2025. ...
2025-01-21
Sri Lanka Navy Adventure Team completes another challenging expedition
The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) Adventure and Nature Sports Team recently (from 16th to 18th January 2025) concluded a successful adventure and camping expedition, traversing some of the most challenging and picturesque terrains in Kalupahana. The journey covered key landmarks, including Bambarakanda, Weli Wanguwa, and the iconic Devil’s Staircase to Ohoya, showcasing both the team's resilience and the breath-taking natural beauty of the region. ...
2025-01-20
