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Rear Admiral Ravindra Tissera assumes duties as Commander Eastern Naval Area
Rear Admiral Ravindra Tissera, the newly appointed Commander Eastern Naval Area, assumed duties at the Command Headquarters in Trincomalee on 28 May 25. ...
2025-05-29
Naval operations seize Kendu leaves, Kerala cannabis and methamphetamine with 06 suspects on multiple locations
Separate operations conducted by the Navy from 20 to 25 May 25 resulted in the seizure of about 252kg (wet weight) of Kendu leaves, 12.75g of Kerala cannabis and 3g and 155mg of methamphetamine (ice). Additionally, six (06) suspects were apprehended in connection with the illegal activities....
2025-05-29
Coordinated naval operation intercepts 02 local fishing trawlers smuggling a large haul of methamphetamine and heroin, with 11 suspects
Acting on credible information, the Sri Lanka Navy launched a special operation on the high seas off the southern coast, apprehending 11 suspects along with 02 local multi-day fishing trawlers, involved in smuggling of narcotics. The operation was mounted in collaboration with the State Intelligence Service, the Police Narcotic Bureau (PNB) and the Regional Coordination Operation Centres. The drug-laden trawlers and suspects were escorted this morning (28 May 25) to the Dikovita Fisheries Harbour where the Hon. Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), along with the C...
2025-05-28
National Hydrographer Calls on Defence Secretary
The National Hydrographer of Sri Lanka, Rear Admiral Kosala Warnakulasooriya paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Ministry of Defence in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte on Monday (May 26)....
2025-05-27
Navy takes lead in rolling out training for safety of fishing community
In a bid to enhance safety and emergency preparedness among fishing communities, the Sri Lanka Navy in partnership with the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, conducted training programmes at Cod Bay and Valaichchenai Fisheries Harbours on 21 and 24 May 25. ...
2025-05-26
Navy continues social responsibility efforts with blood donation events
In a heartwarming act of social responsibility, the Sri Lanka Navy organized two blood donation campaigns at SLNS Thammanna and the Naval Hospital in the Eastern Naval Command on 22 and 23 May 25....
2025-05-26
9th Presidential Induction Ceremony of Sri Lanka College of Military Medicine
Surgeon Rear Admiral Janaka Marambe was inducted as the 9th President of the Sri Lanka College of Military Medicine (SLCOMM) in a ceremony held on 20 May 25 at the Wave n’ Lake Navy Hall in Welisara. The event was graced by the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda as the Chief Guest, with Consultant Neurologist Dr. Harsha Gunasekara attending as the Guest of Honour....
2025-05-23
Commander of the Navy visits Special Boat Squadron Headquarters
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda on 18 May 25 paid a visit to the Special Boat Squadron (SBS) Headquarters in Trincomalee. During his visit, he also addressed SBS personnel, emphasizing the crucial role and responsibilities of the Sri Lanka Navy....
2025-05-23
CISM delegates lay wreaths at National War Heroes’ Monument
Delegates from the International Military Sports Council (CISM), representing Africa, America, Asia, and Europe, paid their respects at the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla on 20 May by laying floral wreaths. The visit was part of the ongoing 80th CISM General Assembly & Congress, hosted by the Sri Lanka Defence Services Sports Board from 19 to 25 May in Colombo....
2025-05-22
Naval personnel roll up sleeves for blood donation drive
In a yet another commendable display of Naval Social Responsibility, a blood donation drive organized by the Navy was held at the Naval Hospital at SLNS Pandukabhaya on 20 May 25. ...
2025-05-22
Navy assists in clearing blockage beneath Agaliya Bridge in Galle
In a noteworthy display of its commitment in social responsibility the Sri Lanka Navy on 20 May 25 cleared the blockage under the Agaliya Bridge which is over Gin River in Baddegama area of Galle, ensuring the smooth flow of water downstream....
2025-05-22
Thirty-six (36) persons apprehended for engaging in illegal fishing
In a series of search operations conducted by the Navy with the assistance of Fisheries Inspectors from 10 to 19 May 25, thirty-six (36) individuals involved in various illegal fishing activities were apprehended. The operations were conducted in the sea areas of Kotuwamada, Sallikovil, Erakkandi and Elephant Island, Nandikadal, Kalladi, Point Pedro and Alampil sea areas. The individuals were caught while engaging in illegal fishing practices using unauthorized fishing gear. ...
2025-05-21
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
