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Navy retrieves 04kg and 740g of gold from Thorayadi Lagoon in Kalpitiya
A special search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy at Thorayadi Lagoon in Kalpitiya on 06th August 2024, led to the recovery of a parcel weighing 04kg and 740g of gold from the depths of the lagoon. Additionally, the Navy seized a dinghy near Thorayadi beach, which is suspected to have been used for smuggling the package....
2024-08-07
Newly appointed Defence Attaché of Embassy of Republic of Korea in New Delhi calls on Commander of the Navy
The newly appointed Defence Attaché of the Embassy of Republic of Korea in New Delhi and accredited to Sri Lanka and Nepal, Lieutenant Colonel Han Jonghun called on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera at the Navy Headquarters today (06th August 2024)....
2024-08-06
Navy recovers commercial explosive cache from Mannar
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a cache of explosives during a search operation conducted in the South Bar area of Mannar on 05th August 2024. The explosives included 60 gelignite sticks – a type of commercial explosive, 30 non electric detonators and 350g of C4 explosives. Additionally, the Navy apprehended a cab (01) at the scene, suspected of transporting these explosive materials....
2024-08-06
Two (02) Indian trawlers poaching in Sri Lankan waters seized
A coordinated operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard led to the seizure of 02 Indian trawlers poaching in Sri Lankan waters and apprehension of 22 Indian fishermen. The special operation was conducted off Kudiramalei Point, south of Mannar seas on 05th August 2024....
2024-08-06
Commander of the Navy felicitates Asia Cup heroines from the Navy
Key players from the Sri Lanka Navy, Woman Leading Seaman Udeshika Probodhani, Woman Able Seaman Hasini Perera and Woman Ordinary Seaman Harshitha Samarawickrama, who were part of the triumphant Sri Lanka squad that clinched the Women's T20 Asia Cup 2024 title recently, met with the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, at the Navy Headquarters today (05th August 2024). In recognition of their stellar achievements, the Commander of the Navy granted the players well-deserved advancements to next higher rates of Woman Petty Officer, Woman Leading Seaman and Woman Able Seaman resp...
2024-08-05
Navy upholds longstanding traditional service for St. Anne's National Shrine feast
The annual feast of St. Anne's National Shrine in Thalawila, Kalpitiya, was celebrated with great success on 04th August 2024, drawing a large number of devotees. The special service was conducted by the Bishop of Chilaw, Rt. Rev. Don Wimal Sri Jayasooriya. Maintaining the longstanding tradition, the Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance for the successful conduct of the proceedings of celebrations. ...
2024-08-05
Navy recovers Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 82 million on Iranativu Island
The Navy recovered over 207kg of Kerala cannabis, during a search operation conducted on the Iranativu Island of Kilinochchi on 04th August 2024. ...
2024-08-05
Submarine INS Shalki departs island
The Indian Navy submarine INS Shalki which arrived in Colombo on 02nd August 2024, departed the island today (04th August), on successful completion of its formal visit. The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing submarine at the port of Colombo....
2024-08-04
Navy leads beach cleaning initiatives in Galle
Sri Lanka Navy conducted a beach cleaning programme covering the coastal areas from Naval Base Galle to Galle Fort and the strip of beach within the Hambantota city limits on 03rd August 2024....
2024-08-04
An Indian trawler poaching in Sri Lankan waters seized
The Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard seized an Indian trawler (01) poaching in Sri Lankan waters and apprehended 04 Indian fishermen, during a special operation conducted off the Kovilan Lighthouse, Jaffna today (03rd August 2024). ...
2024-08-03
Three (03) suspects with Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 70 million held in Kilinochchi
A search operation conducted by the Navy in the Iramathivu sea area of Kilinochchi today (03rd August 2024) led to the apprehension of 03 suspects and a dinghy (01) loaded with over 176kg (wet weight) of Kerala cannabis....
2024-08-03
Solar-powered golf cart introduced at Navy Aqua Golf Driving Range
In a significant move towards sustainable practices, the Sri Lanka Navy introduced a newly restored solar-powered golf cart at the Navy Aqua Golf Driving Range in Welisara. The event was held under the patronage of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera on 02nd August 2024. ...
2024-08-03
Indian fishermen rescued from distressed trawler in northern waters handed over to Indian Navy
The two (02) fishermen who were rescued by the Sri Lanka Navy on 31st July 2024 from the Indian fishing trawler that sunk due to an accident in Sri Lankan waters off the Delft Island Jaffna, and the body of one (01) fisherman, who passed away while being admitted to Punguduthiv Hospital, Jaffna for treatment, were handed over to the Indian Naval Ship 'INS BITRA' on 02nd August 2024 by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard at the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) between India and Sri Lanka....
2024-08-03
A delegation led by Assistant Secretary North and South Asia of the Australian Department of Defence meets State Minister of Defence
The Assistant Secretary North and South Asia of the Australian Department of Defence, Ms. Karen Radford, met State Minister of Defence Hon. Premitha Bandara Tennakoon at his office in Colombo on 30th July 2024....
2024-08-02
Indian Naval Submarine Shalki arrives in Colombo
The Indian Naval Submarine (INS) Shalki arrived at the port of Colombo today (02nd August 2024) on a formal visit. The visiting submarine was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in precision with naval traditions....
2024-08-02
