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Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe assumes command of Northern Naval Command
Rear Admiral Rohitha Abeysinghe, who was newly appointed as Commander Northern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters today (13th May 2024)....
2024-05-13
Two-storeyed Sanghawasa at Sri Dharma Nikethana Maha Pirivena in Sella Kataragama declared open by Commander of the Navy
Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera declared open a newly built two-storeyed Sanghawasa at Sri Dharma Nikethana Maha Pirivena in Sella Kataragama on 11th May 2024. The Sri Lanka Navy enabled its manpower and industrial expertise for the construction of this two-storeyed Sanghawasa building....
2024-05-13
Navy conducts CBRN training programme in Trincomalee
The Navy successfully conducted a training exercise focused on chemical spillage at Ashroff Jetty, Trincomalee in the first quarter of the year 2024. Chemical spillage poses significant threats to both public safety and security due to their potential for catastrophic consequences....
2024-05-13
Navy becomes runner-up in National Baseball Super League 2024
The Sri Lanka Navy won the men's runner-up title in the National Baseball Super League 2024 organized by the Sri Lanka Baseball Association. The tournament was held at Japan Sri Lanka Friendship Baseball Ground, Diyagama on 10th and 11th May 2024....
2024-05-12
A suspects held with 1440 Pregabalin capsules in Batticaloa
A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Police Special Task Force (STF) - Kalladi led to the arrest of a suspect and seizure of 1440 Pregabalin capsules and a car in Batticaloa on 11th May 2024....
2024-05-12
A person nabbed in Kalpitiya for possessing antiques suspected to be gold
A search operation carried out by the Navy and Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau, Puttalam in the Alankuda area of Kalpitiya on 11th May 2024 resulted in the arrest of an individual possessing antiques suspected to be gold....
2024-05-12
Commander of the Navy visits Southeastern Naval Command
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera embarked on a formal visit to the Southeastern Naval Command from the 08th to 10th of May 2024. This visit encompassed a comprehensive overview of operational matters, developmental initiatives, and welfare projects underway within the command. Addressing officers and sailors of the command, the Navy Chief also briefed on how they could dedicate themselves more effectively to fulfill the Navy's duties....
2024-05-11
Thirteen (13) persons apprehended for illegal harvesting of sea cucumbers in Mannar
Search operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard in Pesalai and Vankalapadu sea area of Mannar on 09th May 2024, led to the apprehension of 13 persons for illegal harvesting and transporting of sea cucumbers. The operations also resulted in the seizure of about 627 sea cucumbers, 07 trawlers and unauthorized fishing equipment....
2024-05-10
Navy apprehends 11 persons for engaging in illegal fishing in northern seas
The Navy nabbed 11 persons for engaging in illegal night diving and light-coarse fishing, during separate operations conducted in the sea areas of Kudarappu and Chalai, Kilinochchi on 07th May 2024. The operations also led to the seizure of 04 dinghies, about 650 sea cucumbers, diving equipment and unauthorized fishing gear....
2024-05-08
Delegation of Pakistan National Defence University visits Navy Headquarters
A Pakistan National Defence University (NDU) delegation, currently in Sri Lanka as part of an overseas study tour, visited the Navy Headquarters and called on the Chief of Staff of the Navy, Rear Admiral Pradeep Rathnayake on 07th May 2024....
2024-05-08
Shedding light on the issue of human trafficking associated with deployments for the Russia-Ukraine war, highlighting the deceptive practice of portraying retired military personnel as recipients of substantial salaries and benefits
A recent disclosure has uncovered a human trafficking scheme including retired military personnel from Sri Lanka's armed forces. These individuals were deceived into believing they would receive significant benefits, including high salaries and citizenship, by joining Russian and Ukrainian forces. They were sent on tourist visas and subsequently deployed for frontline combat in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine....
2024-05-08
Sri Lanka Coast Guard pressed into action to combat fuel spill emergency
Following a bowser accident involving fuel transportation in the Guruluwela area of Laggala, Matale on 05th May 2024, a successful operation was conducted to remove the fuel that had leaked into the water of Ravanagama Lake, with the assistance of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard....
2024-05-07
Senior sailors benefit from Navy's one-day workshop
Senior sailors from the Sri Lanka Navy participated in a one-day workshop, held at the Admiral Somathilake Dissanayake Auditorium on 03rd May 2024. The workshop aimed at enhancing their skills and knowledge in various areas, was attended by branch head senior sailors, Master at Arms from ships and establishments, Mess Presidents from senior sailor messes, Master Drill Instructors from training establishments and Chief Instructors. ...
2024-05-06
Approx. 120kg of smuggled Tendu leaves seized in Kalpitiya
A search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy in the beach vicinity of Uchchamunai, Kalpitiya on the evening of 04th May 2024 led to the recovery of approx. 120kg (wet weight) of Tendu leaves. It is suspected that the stock of Tendu leaves has been smuggled via sea routes. ...
2024-05-05
Rear Admiral Sisira Dissanayake retires from naval service
After dedicating 33 years of committed service, Rear Admiral Sisira Dissanayake retired from the naval service today (05th May 2024), relinquishing his duties....
2024-05-05
