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Navy mobilizes resources to support communities affected by flood
Due to the heavy rainfall caused by adverse weather conditions affecting the island, several areas in the Western and Northwestern Provinces are experiencing floods. To assist those impacted, 07 Navy flood relief teams are engaged in relief operations in those areas as of today (15th October 2024). Working in coordination with the Disaster Management Center (DMC), Navy flood relief teams are continuously carrying out relief efforts in the Gampaha, Colombo and Puttalam districts. ...
2024-10-15
Marines prove preparedness as Field Training Exercise Blue Whale - 2024 concludes
The Sri Lanka Navy Marines successfully conducted the third edition of the "Marines Field Training Exercise, Blue Whale – 2024" from 7th to 13th October 2024. The exercise took place along the North-Western coast and surrounding coastal areas. The Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Damian Fernando presided over the closing ceremony of Blue Whale 2024, held at the Marines Headquarters, SLNS Vidura in Trincomalee....
2024-10-15
Commander of the Navy attends KDU General Convocation 2024
Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, Commander of the Navy, graced the second session of the General Convocation 2024 of General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) as the Chief Guest. The event took place today (14th October 2024) at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. This year's convocation, held on 14th and 15th October, will award degrees to 1,732 graduates from various faculties and affiliated military institutions....
2024-10-14
Rear Admiral Nishantha Peiris appointed as Deputy Chief of Staff of the Navy
Rear Admiral Nishantha Peiris has been appointed as the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Navy effective from 11th October 2024. The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera formally handed over the letter of appointment to Rear Admiral Nishantha Peiris at the Navy Headquarters today (14th October) and expressed his best wishes to the newly appointed Deputy Chief of Staff....
2024-10-14
Navy flood relief teams intensify operations amid adverse weather
Due to the heavy rainfall caused by adverse weather conditions affecting the island, several areas in the Western and Northwestern Provinces are experiencing flooding. To assist those impacted, 08 Navy flood relief teams have been dispatched to the Gampaha, Colombo and Puttalam districts, working in coordination with the Disaster Management Center (DMC). These relief teams are continuing their flood relief efforts today (14th October 2024)....
2024-10-14
Inter Command Hockey Championship concludes in Welisara
The Inter Command Hockey Championship of Sri Lanka Navy was held at the hockey ground of SLNS Lanka in Welisara from 08th to 11th October 2024. The men's co-championship title in the tournament was shared between the Western Naval Command and the Training Command, while the women's co-championship was jointly won by the Western Naval Command and the Southern Naval Command....
2024-10-13
‘PPA MONTECUCCOLI’ departs island concluding formal visit
Italian Naval Ship ‘PPA MONTECUCCOLI’ which arrived in Sri Lanka on 10th October 2024, departed the island today (13th October), on successful completion of her formal visit. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Colombo port, following naval traditions....
2024-10-13
Navy continues flood relief operation in Western Province
Due to the heavy rainfall caused by adverse weather conditions affecting the island, several areas in the Western Province are experiencing flooding. To assist those impacted, Navy flood relief teams have been dispatched to the Gampaha and Colombo districts, working in coordination with the Disaster Management Center (DMC). These relief teams are continuing their flood relief efforts today (13th October 2024)....
2024-10-13
Chief Petty Officer NAH De Silva earns best batsman title in Inter-Club First Class Limited Over Cricket Tournament
The Inter-Club First Class (Tier B) Limited Over Cricket Tournament, organized by Sri Lanka Cricket, took place from 24th September to 09th October 2024, featuring 12 sports clubs. Showcasing scintillating performances, Chief Petty Officer (Communication) NAH De Silva of the Sri Lanka Navy stood out as the tournament’s Best Batsman....
2024-10-13
Navy flood relief teams deployed in several areas of Western Province
The Navy deployed 06 flood relief teams today (12th October 2024) across various areas in the Gampaha and Colombo districts of the Western Province. These teams were sent to aid communities affected by heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions....
2024-10-12
Navy leads beach cleaning initiatives in Galle and Hambantota
The Sri Lanka Navy conducted beach cleaning programmes covering the Galle Fort and Hambantota fisheries harbour today (12th October 2024). ...
2024-10-12
Thirteen (13) officers ready for naval service after completing Basic Orientation Course
The Passing out Parade of 13 naval officers who successfully completed Basic Orientation Course (Medical) 02/2024 was held at the main parade ground of the Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA), Trincomalee today (11th October 2024). The event was graced by Commandant NMA, Commodore Rohan Joseph, as the Chief Guest....
2024-10-11
Defence Attaché of Embassy of Kingdom of the Netherlands calls on Commander of the Navy
The Defence Attaché at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in India and accredited to Sri Lanka, Captain Robert van Bruinessen called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (11th October 2024)....
2024-10-11
Naval Attaché of French Embassy in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
The Naval Attaché of the French Embassy in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka, Commander Dang Khoa BUI paid a courtesy call on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (11th October 2024)....
2024-10-11
Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy Sail Training Warship ‘PO LANG’ departs Island
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy Sail Training Warship ‘PO LANG’ which arrived in Sri Lanka on 08th October 2024, departed the island today (11th October), on successful completion of its formal visit. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ship at the Colombo port, following naval traditions....
2024-10-11
