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Navy thwarts smuggling attempt of Kendu leaves and Cardamom, 02 suspects nabbed in Puttalam
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a significant quantity of smuggled goods, including over 1,002kg of Kendu leaves (in wet weight) and approximately 116kg of Cardamom, during a search operation conducted at the Mampuri beach area in Puttalam on 15 Mar 26. The operation also led to the apprehension of 02 suspects and the seizure of a dinghy (01) used for the illegal transfer....
2026-03-19
Navy takes hold of massive haul of Kendu leaves off Chilaw
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a consignment of over 1,273kg of Kendu leaves during a search operation conducted in the seas off Chilaw on 15 Mar 26. ...
2026-03-19
JMSDF ship OONAMI departs island concluding goodwill visit
The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) ship OONAMI arrived at the port of Colombo on a goodwill and replenishment visit on 09 Mar 26. The visit concluded on 11 March, as the ship departed the island, receiving a formal farewell from the Sri Lanka Navy, in keeping with naval traditions at the Port of Colombo....
2026-03-18
Navy takes hold of illegal shipment of 2,000 sea cucumbers in Pallikuda
The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 03 suspects and seized a haul of approximately 2,000 sea cucumbers during a search operation conducted in the Pallikuda area of Kilinochchi on 12 Mar 26....
2026-03-18
Eastern and Afloat Commands triumph at Inter-Command Hockey Championship 2026
The Inter-Command Hockey Championship 2026 of the Sri Lanka Navy concluded, showcasing exceptional sporting prowess and camaraderie at the hockey grounds of SLNS Lanka in Welisara. Held from 07 to 10 Mar 26, the tournament saw a spirited display of skill as athletes vied for the prestigious titles. In a series of gripping encounters, the Eastern Naval Command clinched the Men’s Championship, while the Afloat Command emerged victorious to secure the Women’s Championship....
2026-03-17
Navy seizes cocaine haul exceeding 255kg during maritime interdiction in western seas
In a decisive blow to drug trafficking, the Sri Lanka Navy intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler (01) carrying a stock of suspected narcotics during an operation conducted in the western seas off Beruwala. This operation, carried out under the national mission “A Nation United”, resulted in the apprehension of six suspects (06) and the seizure of the trawler used to smuggle the illicit substance....
2026-03-17
Navy seizes over Rs. 15 million worth of foreign-origin cannabis off Devil’s Point
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a haul of foreign-origin cannabis weighing approximately 78kg and 300g during a search operation conducted in the seas off Devil’s Point, Kilinochchi on 13 Mar 26....
2026-03-17
Navy’s successful high-seas bust nets over 133kg haul of heroin
As a key frontline stakeholder in the national mission, 'A Nation United,' the Navy continues to conduct maritime operations in the waters surrounding the island, in coordination with other law enforcement agencies. During a recent successful operation on the high seas south of Sri Lanka, the Navy intercepted a local multi-day fishing trawler (01) and apprehended five suspects (05) in connection with the smuggling of a stock of suspected drugs....
2026-03-16
‘INS TARANGINI’ concludes official training visit to Sri Lanka
The Indian Navy’s sail training ship, INS TARANGINI, departed the island on 09 Mar 26, marking the successful completion of her official training visit. The ship was accorded a formal farewell by the Sri Lanka Navy in accordance with naval traditions at the Port of Colombo....
2026-03-16
Navy takes lead with officials and fishing communities in north to address fishing-related issues
The Northern Naval Command conducted an awareness programme and discussion on 10 Mar 26 at SLNS Uttara, to address pressing fishing-related issues in the Northern Province. This programme which builds upon previous efforts of a similar nature, was led by the Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Buddhika Liyanagamage....
2026-03-14
Navy provides vital support to treat injured wild elephant
The Sri Lanka Navy extended essential assistance to the Department of Wildlife Conservation to treat an injured wild elephant on 10 Mar 26. The elephant, which had sustained gunshot wounds, was discovered roaming within the premises of SLNS Mahanaga in Panama. ...
2026-03-14
Navy seizes an Indian fishing boat poaching in Mannar seas
During an operation conducted in the dark hours of 11 Mar 26, the Sri Lanka Navy seized 01 Indian fishing boat and apprehended 02 Indian fishermen while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters, in the sea area North of Mannar. ...
2026-03-13
Navy takes hold of smuggled cashew nut consignment in Puttalam; Two suspects apprehended
The Navy seized a massive haul of smuggled dried cashew nuts (approx. 1840kg) during a search operation conducted in the Alankuda and Bangalawatta beach areas of Kalpitiya on 10 Mar 26....
2026-03-13
Navy seizes massive haul of narcotics weighing over 654kg and arms, arresting 10 suspects off south coast
As a key stakeholder in the national mission 'A Nation United,' the Navy has been conducting maritime operations in the waters surrounding the island, in support of the objectives of this national mission. Under this initiative, during yet another successful operation on the high seas south of Sri Lanka, the Navy intercepted 02 local multi-day fishing trawlers and 10 suspects. One trawler, along with 05 individuals, was suspected of attempting to smuggle a consignment of narcotics and weapons. The second trawler and the remaining 05 suspects are believed to be linked to the same illicit operat...
2026-03-13
Navy and Coast Guard personnel honed in VBSS and Specialized Equipment tactics
The certificate awarding of the Regional Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) Course and the Use of Specialized Equipment training programme was hosted at the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) Headquarters in Trincomalee, on 06 Mar 26....
2026-03-11
