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Navy unveils plans for International Fleet Review 2025 at media briefing
In a media briefing held on 24 Nov 25 at the Department of Government Information, the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) unveiled an extensive series of events to mark its proud 75th anniversary, centering on the upcoming International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025 under the theme “Sailing Strong Together”. The press briefing, presided over by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, detailed several days of activities that blend cherished naval traditions with social, ethical, and environmental initiatives. ...
2025-11-25
Poppy commemoration marked with symbolic gesture at Navy Headquarters
The President of Sri Lanka Naval Association, Rear Admiral Manil Mendis (Retd) pinned a poppy on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, at Navy Headquarters on 19 Nov 25. ...
2025-11-25
Navy takes hold of over 376kg of heroin and methamphetamine with 06 suspects in Southern seas
The Sri Lanka Navy mounted a special operation on the high seas south of Sri Lanka, apprehending six (06) suspects along with a local multi-day fishing trawler believed to be involved in smuggling of narcotic substances. The narcotic-laden trawler and the suspects were brought to the Tangalle Fisheries Harbour on 20 Nov 25....
2025-11-21
INS SUKANYA departs island
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) SUKANYA which made a port call in Colombo for operational turnaround, departed the island on 21 Nov 25. The Sri Lanka Navy bade a customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions....
2025-11-21
PNS SAIF departs island concluding her visit
The Pakistan Naval Ship (PNS) SAIF which arrived in Sri Lanka for replenishment purpose on 18 Nov 25, departed the island today (19 November). The Sri Lanka Navy bade a customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions....
2025-11-19
INS SUKANYA makes port call in Colombo
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) SUKANYA made a port call in Colombo for operational turnaround on the morning of 18 Nov 25. The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship in compliance with naval traditions....
2025-11-19
Armed Forces Remembrance Day 2025: Nation pauses to remember its brave
The main commemoration ceremony of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day – 2025 was held on 16 Nov 25 under the patronage of the Prime Minister, Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya at the Cenotaph War Memorial of the Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo. The solemn occasion was also attended by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda....
2025-11-18
Sri Lanka Navy marks World Diabetes Day 2025 with special clinic
The Sri Lanka Navy marked World Diabetes Day 2025 by conducting a dedicated diabetes clinic at the Navy General Hospital, Colombo on 14 Nov 25....
2025-11-17
4FAF hosts solemn tribute to its war veterans
The 4th Fast Attack Flotilla (4FAF) hosted a solemn ceremony to mark the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, paying tribute to flotilla’s brave sons who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation. The families of the fallen 4FAF war heroes were special guests at the event on 14 Nov 25 in Trincomalee, which honoured the bravery of those who helped secure the nation's freedom....
2025-11-17
All Hands on Deck: Navy’s Annual Humanitarian Assistance in Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise concludes on successful note
The Annual Humanitarian Assistance in Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise concluded successfully on 14 Nov 25 at the Disaster Management Training School of the Rapid Action Boat Squadron Headquarters, Gangewadiya....
2025-11-15
Navy takes lead in strengthening inter-agency partnership for coastal security and fisheries governance in Northwestern Province
A meeting to address challenges related to the marine ecosystem and sustainable fisheries along the Northwestern coastal belt was convened at SLNS Thambapanni, Puttalam on 11 Nov 25, under the patronage of the Commander Northwestern Naval Area. ...
2025-11-15
Navy's Annual Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise 2025 gets underway in Puttalam
The Sri Lanka Navy launched the Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise 2025 on 12 Nov 25, inaugurating the HADR Symposium at the Disaster Management Training School, Rapid Action Boats Squadron (RABS) Headquarters in Gangewadiya, Puttalam....
2025-11-13
Navy's coastal vigilance thwarts smuggling bid
The Sri Lanka Navy, during search operations conducted in the Kappaladi and Redbarna areas of Kalpitiya on 11 Nov 25, seized approximately 840kg of Kendu leaves and 1,980 soap bars that had been smuggled into the country....
2025-11-13
Fifty (50) individuals held for involvement in illegal fishing
In separate operations conducted by the Navy from 27 Oct to 10 Nov 25, fifty (50) individuals involved in illegal fishing activities were apprehended along with 13 dinghies, 01 traditional boat and a motor bicycle (01) in multiple locations across the island....
2025-11-13
Navy fosters educational environment at Siri Dewamiththa Primary School
In a dedicated community assistance initiative, the Sri Lanka Navy supported the enhancement of the premises at Siri Dewamiththa Primary School in Rambewa on 08 Nov 25. ...
2025-11-13
