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Navy seizes an Indian fishing boat poaching in northern waters of Sri Lanka
During an operation conducted on the night of 09 Nov 25, the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard seized an Indian fishing boat (01) and apprehended 14 Indian fishermen, while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters off the Analativu Island, Jaffna....
2025-11-10
Navy nabs 03 suspects with smuggled Kendu leaves in Mannar
The Sri Lanka Navy seized a consignment of approximately 1211kg of Kendu leaves, a dinghy, and apprehended 03 suspects during a search operation conducted in the Olaithoduwai beach area, Mannar on 08 Nov 25....
2025-11-10
Navy nabs 04 suspects with smuggled pharmaceutical products in Kalpitiya
In a decisive blow to maritime trafficking, the Sri Lanka Navy seized a major shipment of smuggled items, a dingy and apprehended 04 suspects during a special search operation conducted in the Ippantivu and Karuwalakuda areas in Kalpitiya on 06 Nov 25....
2025-11-10
Navy hosts Sailors’ Get-together in Welisara, giving pride of place to traditions
In view of the 75th anniversary of the Sri Lanka Navy, a Sailors’ Get-together was held at ‘Wave n’ Lake’ Navy Hall in Welisara on 07 Nov 25. The event was organized as part of a series of celebratory programmes marking this significant 75-year milestone in the Navy’s proud journey....
2025-11-08
Navy seizes cannabis valued over Rs. 08 Mn in Uchchamunai Lagoon
During a search operation conducted in the Uchchamunai Lagoon, Kalpitiya on 04 Nov 25, the Sri Lanka Navy seized 02 dinghies with about 38kg of cannabis....
2025-11-05
Navy's community focus brings safe drinking water to Medabedda Maha Vidyalaya in Galewela
As part of its Naval Social Responsibility (NSR) project, the Sri Lanka Navy declared open a new Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant at Medabedda Maha Vidyalaya in Galewela, Mathale on 31 Oct 25. ...
2025-11-04
Commander of the Navy shares maritime insights with National Defence College Course No. 04
The Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, shared maritime insights with the officers of Course No. 04 at the National Defence College (NDC) on 03 Nov 25. The Navy Chief was invited by the Commandant of the NDC, Major General Chamila Munasinghe, to conduct a guest lecture as part of the college's esteemed curriculum. ...
2025-11-04
Poppy flower pinned on Commander of the Navy commemoration of Remembrance Day 2025
The President of the Sri Lanka Armed Forces Veterans’ Association Poppy Committee, Major General Mahinda Mudalige (Retd), pinned a poppy on Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda at Navy Headquarters on 04 Nov 25. This solemn act was conducted in commemoration of Remembrance Day 2025, honouring the service and sacrifice of fallen military personnel....
2025-11-04
Navy athletes shine at South Asian Athletics Championships 2025 in India
Sri Lanka Navy athletes made the nation proud by securing medals at the South Asian Athletics Championships 2025 held in Ranchi, India, from 24 to 26 Oct 25. The championship brought together top athletes from South Asian countries, showcasing regional athletic excellence....
2025-11-04
Navy seizes 04 Indian fishing boats poaching in Sri Lankan waters
During operations conducted on 02 and wee hours of 03 Nov 25, the Sri Lanka Navy and Coast Guard seized 04 Indian fishing boats and apprehended 35 Indian fishermen, while they were poaching in Sri Lankan waters off Veththalakerni and the Analativu Island, Jaffna....
2025-11-03
Four (04) suspects nabbed with cannabis valued over Rs. 23 Mn
A search operation mounted by the Navy and Police in Point Pedro on 01 Nov 25 led to the arrest of 04 suspects, including a woman, along with approx. 105kg of cannabis and 02 dinghies....
2025-11-03
Navy takes hold of over 335kg of heroin and methamphetamine with 06 suspects in western seas
The Sri Lanka Navy mounted a special operation on the high seas west of Sri Lanka, the Navy apprehended six (06) suspects along with a local multi-day fishing trawler believed to be involved in smuggling of narcotic substances. The narcotic-laden trawler and the suspects were brought to the Dikovita Fisheries Harbour this morning (02 Nov 25)....
2025-11-02
JMSDF ship AKEBONO departs island concluding her visit
The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) ship AKEBONO which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit, departed the island today (31 Oct 25). The Sri Lanka Navy bade a customary farewell to the departing ship at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions....
2025-11-01
Sri Lanka and Japanese naval forces forge stronger bonds with PASSEX
In a significant step to deepen bilateral naval cooperation, the Sri Lanka Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) successfully conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the western seas on 31 OCT 25....
2025-11-01
Flag Blessing and Kanchuka Puja seek blessings on 75th anniversary of Sri Lanka Navy
Demonstrating its deep reverence, the Sri Lanka Navy held the Naval Flag Blessing Ceremony and Kanchuka Puja under the patronage of Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, along with the attendance of the President of Navy Seva Vanitha Unit, Mrs. Anusha Banagoda on 30 and 31 October 25. ...
2025-10-31
