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Naval operations seize assortment of tobacco products and narcotic substance
Separate operations conducted by the Navy from 10 to 19 May 25 resulted in the seizure of about 108kg (wet weight) of Kendu leaves, approx. 732g of cocaine and apprehension of a suspect with 2600 foreign cigarettes. ...
2025-05-21
Defence Attaché to the Embassy of Israel in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
The Defence Attaché to the Embassy of Israel in New Delhi, India and accredited to Sri Lanka, Colonel Avihay Zafrany called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at the Navy Headquarters today (20 May 25)....
2025-05-20
Deputy Minister of Defence inquires well-being of differently-abled veterans at Ranaviru Sevana
In commemoration of the 16th National War Heroes’ Day, the Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), accompanied by Service Commanders, embarked on a visit to the Ranaviru Sevana in Ragama on 19 May 25....
2025-05-20
Hon. President presides over National War Heroes’ commemoration ceremony
The President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, Hon. Anura Kumara Disanayake on 19 May 25 presided over the National War Heroes’ Day commemoration held at the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla. The ceremony held in a dignified sequence was organized by the Ministry of Defence and Ranaviru Seva Authority....
2025-05-20
80th CISM General Assembly & Congress commences in Colombo
Hosted by the Sri Lanka Defence Services Sports Board, the 80th International Military Sport Council (CISM) General Assembly & Congress commenced at the Grand Maitland, Colombo today (19 May 25). The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara, as the Chief Guest, graced the event, where the keynote address was delivered by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda...
2025-05-20
Navy rushes injured surfer to hospital for treatment
The Navy sprang into action, providing critical first aid to a British tourist who was in a spot of bother while surfing at Peanut Farm Beach on 15 May 25, suffering an ankle injury that required emergency attention....
2025-05-19
SL Navy divers conquer 100m underwater challenge
In a remarkable display of professionalism, 09 skillful divers of the Sri Lanka Navy successfully completed a 100-metre underwater dive mission off Elephant Island on 18 May 25. The historic feat which marked a significant milestone in the Navy’s maritime capabilities, was witnessed by the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, commending the divers for their professionalism and courage....
2025-05-19
Navy takes hold of smuggled ginger and cardamom stock in Kalpitiya Lagoon
During a search operation in the Rodapadu Lagoon, Kalpitiya on 17 May 25, the Navy seized a dinghy loaded with approximately 320kg of dried ginger and 150kg of cardamom, suspected to be smuggled goods....
2025-05-19
Naval expertise in action to strengthen students’ health well-being
In a commendable initiative to promote student health, the Sri Lanka Navy subject matter expertise partnered with the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Trincomalee, to conduct a health awareness programme for the students of Tissa Vidyalaya, Trincomalee on 14 and 15 May 25. ...
2025-05-18
Six (06) new RO plants quench thirst of communities in Anuradhapura
In a significant step towards ensuring access to clean drinking water, 06 Reverse Osmosis (RO) plants were declared open at Sangattewa, Dampalassagama, Gonapathirawa, Dhathusenapura and Puliyankulama in Ipalogama, Anuradhapura on 16 May 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. ...
2025-05-18
Navy athletes make waves with stellar performances at Inter-Command Athletic Championship – 2025
The finals of Inter-Command Athletic Championship – 2025 came to a thrilling conclusion on 10 and 11 May 25 at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Diyagama. The Training Command stole the show with both men’s and women’s championships. ...
2025-05-18
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Sanath Pitigala
The Sri Lanka Navy today (17 May 25) bade farewell to Rear Admiral Sanath Pitigala who relinquished his duties to which he was committed over the past 35 years in the Sri Lanka Navy....
2025-05-17
Navy delivers 400 lifesaving thalassemia infusion systems to Health Ministry
In a significant step towards combating thalassemia, the Sri Lanka Navy 16 May 25 handed over 400 thalassemia infusion systems to the Ministry of Health. The ceremonial handover took place at the Navy Headquarters under the patronage of the Commander of the Navy, marking a meaningful gesture in observance of World Thalassemia Day (08 May). ...
2025-05-17
Navy celebrates Vesak giving pride of place to religious practices
Under the auspices of the Naval Buddhist Association, the Sri Lanka Navy has arranged religious programmes across all Naval Commands to celebrate the Vesak festival which was observed on 12 May 25. In addition, the Navy is also playing a significant role in supporting the State Vesak Festival held in Nuwara Eliya as well as “Bauddhaloka” and “Buddha Rashmi” Vesak Zones in Colombo. ...
2025-05-16
Sri Lanka Navy receives advanced radiological and chemical detection equipment from Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration
Enhancing its technical capabilities in radiation detection at port entry points and within the nation’s territorial waters, the Sri Lanka Navy received the initial major consignment of equipment under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Department of Energy’s Office of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) of the United States. The symbolic handover of equipment was held at the Navy Headquarters today (15 May 25), attended by the U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Julie Chung and Commander of the Navy. ...
2025-05-16
