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Navy marks 75 years of service with impactful community initiatives
In commemoration of its 75th anniversary, the Sri Lanka Navy conducted a series of community-focused programmes, underscoring its commitment to social responsibility, environmental stewardship and ethical values. The initiatives included a community health clinic in Nilaveli, Trincomalee on 07 Dec 25 and a blood donation campaign at the Naval Hospital in SLNS Nipuna on 10 December. ...
2025-12-12
Coastal vigilance leads to seize cannabis valued over Rs. 1 million in Mannar
In a coordinated operation, the Sri Lanka Navy and the Police apprehended two (02) suspects in possession of approx. 06kg of foreign - origin cannabis in the Palliyamunai area of Mannar on 10 Dec 25....
2025-12-12
Navy assists to bring ashore ill fisherman in eastern seas, through MRCC coordination
The Sri Lanka Navy brought ashore an ill fisherman who was in critical condition aboard a local multiday fishing trawler, about 16 nautical miles (29km) off Trincomalee. Upon being brought ashore, he was rushed to the Trincomalee General Hospital on the night of 10 Dec 25 for medical attention. ...
2025-12-12
Navy takes hold of about 1292kg of Kendu leaves in Mannar
During a search operation on the morning of 14 Dec 25 in the Erukkalampiddi beach area, the Sri Lanka Navy seized a cab which was ready to illegally transport approximately 1,292kg of Kendu leaves. ...
2025-12-11
Navy nabs 02 suspects with a stock of Kendu leaves in Puttalam
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a consignment of Kendu leaves, weighing about 542kg, and apprehended two suspects (02) and a cab, during a search operation in Puttalam on 09 Dec 25....
2025-12-11
Navy Chief recognizes sacrifice of veterans at “Anchorage” Naval Care Center
In a solemn and respectful event marking the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, paid a visit to the naval veterans at the “Anchorage” Naval Care Center in Welisara on 10 Dec 25. ...
2025-12-10
Navy renders assistance to restore lives of those impacted by severe weather
As part of the Sri Lanka Navy’s post disaster recovery efforts, naval personnel were engaged in distributing relief aid to the residents of Pukkulam fishing village on 09 Dec 25. This effort was conducted in collaboration with the Wanathawilluwa Divisional Secretariat in Puttalam. Furthermore, the Navy facilitated safe passage across the Nayaru Lagoon, transporting 450 residents and 33 motorcycles to ensure mobility for the affected area....
2025-12-10
Commander of the Navy shares strategic insights with Course No. 19 DSCSC course participants
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda delivered the customary address to the course participants of Course No. 19 of DSCSC, Sapugaskanda, on 08 Dec 25....
2025-12-10
Sri Lanka Navy ceremonially occupies in the Defence Headquarters Complex in Akuregoda
Marking the proud occasion of the Sri Lanka Navy's 75th anniversary, the ceremonial occupation of the Navy Headquarters (Block No. 3) at the Defence Headquarters Complex (DHQC) in Akuregoda was held today (09 Dec 25). The ceremony was graced by the Hon. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), as the Chief Guest, at the invitation of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda....
2025-12-09
Religious rituals held at Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in view of 75th anniversary of Navy
Marking the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, an alms giving was held at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy today (09 Dec 25). In addition, a Gilanpasa Buddha Puja ritual was also held at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic premises on 08 December....
2025-12-09
Four (04) Indian Naval Ships arrive in island with humanitarian aid
The Indian Navy’s INS GHARIAL and 03 LCUs (Landing Craft Utility), carrying humanitarian assistance for those affected by recent adverse weather in Sri Lanka, arrived in the island on 07 and 08 Dec 25. The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ships in compliance with naval traditions at the ports of Trincomalee and Colombo. ...
2025-12-09
Navy takes hold of cannabis valued over Rs. 14 million
In a search operation on 07 Dec 25, the Sri Lanka Navy recovered a stock of foreign-origin cannabis in the Vellai beach area of the Delft Island, Jaffna....
2025-12-08
Navy continues nationwide support to restore lives affected by adverse weather
As part of its efforts to provide essential services, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief for communities affected by adverse weather, the Navy continued its operations today (06 Dec 25) across the districts of Puttalam, Anuradhapura, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Trincomalee and Mullaitivu....
2025-12-06
A naval operation seizes another consignment of narcotics in Kalpitiya sea
During an operation carried out by the Sri Lanka Navy in the Ippanthivu sea area of Kalpitiya on the night of 05 Dec 25, naval personnel intercepted a dinghy carrying three (03) sacks suspected to contain narcotics, as well as another dinghy that had arrived to assist it, with four (04) suspects. ...
2025-12-06
Navy continues island-wide relief efforts
The Sri Lanka Navy on 05 Dec 25 conducted extensive humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations across multiple districts, continuing its dedicated programme to support citizens affected by recent severe weather. Working in the districts of Puttalam, Anuradhapura, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Trincomalee, Badulla, and Mullaitivu, naval personnel executed a wide range of tasks to restore infrastructure, provide essential services, and aid in community recovery....
2025-12-05
