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Navy’s marine environment protection initiatives recognized at JASTECA Awards 2019
In recognition of the endeavours carried out for marine environment protection, the Sri Lanka Navy received a special accolade at the awards ceremony organized by the Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association (JASTECA) in Colombo on 22nd August 2020. JASTECA has announced this awards ceremony to encourage entities to adopt Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives, going beyond their statutory obligations.
...2020-08-26
48 individuals engaged in illegal fishing and unlawful acts nabbed during naval operations
The special operations conducted by the Navy across the island during the past week have led to the apprehension of 48 individuals who engaged in illegal fishing as well as other unlawful activities.
...2020-08-26
Annual Pooja of God Ganesha Kovil at Naval Dockyard held with the attendance of devotees
The annual Pooja of the God Ganesha Kovil located at the Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee was held under the auspices of Commander Eastern Naval Area on 22nd August 2020.
...2020-08-26
Navy bids adieu to Rear Admiral Fred Senaviratne
Rear Admiral Fred Senaviratne today (25th August 2020) retired from naval service, upon completion of his distinguished career spanning over 33 years in the Navy.
...2020-08-25
Defence Attaché of Embassy of People’s Republic of China calls on Navy Commander
Senior Colonel Wan Dong, the Defence Attaché of the Embassy of People's Republic of China in Sri Lanka paid a courtesy call on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters today (24th August 2020).
...2020-08-25
SLNS ‘Parakramabahu’ proudly celebrates her 01st anniversary
SLNS ‘Parakramabahu’, one of the Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) of the Sri Lanka Navy, proudly marked her 01st anniversary on 22nd August 2020.
...2020-08-24
Commander of the Navy attends Perahera Ceremony of Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya
The annual Esala Festival and Perahera Ceremony of the Bellanwila Rajamaha Viharaya were held from 19th to 23rd August 2020. Meanwhile, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne took part in the ancient ‘Pavada Perahera’ which paraded along the streets on 22nd August.
...2020-08-24
Navy finds explosive items used for illegal fishing in Erakkandi seas
The Navy, during a recent naval operation, recovered several explosive items, which are believed to be used in illegal fishing, floating in the sea area of Erakkandi in Trincomalee.
...2020-08-24
Navy renders assistance to clear blockages under Wakwella and Dodamgoda bridges
The Navy recently rendered assistance to clear the blockages under the Wakwella and Dodamgoda bridges in Galle, as they were clogged with collection of remains, hampering the free flow of water.
...2020-08-24
362 recruits passed out in Boossa upon completion of basic training
Three hundred and sixty two (362) regular and volunteer recruits of the 240th intake of Sri Lanka Navy, after completing their basic training, passed out in a colourful ceremony held at the parade ground of SLNS Nipuna in Boossa on 21st August 2020. The ceremony held in accordance with time-honoured naval traditions was graced by Director General Training, Rear Admiral AARK Perera, as the Chief Guest.
...2020-08-22
Central Yanmar Workshop of North Central Naval Command declared open
The newly established Yanmar Workshop of the North Central Naval Command was declared open by Commander North Central Naval Area at SLNS Pandukabhaya on 18th August 2020.
...2020-08-22
Navy Commander calls on Archbishop of Colombo
Making his maiden visit to the Archbishop's House upon assumption of office as Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne called on His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and received his blessings today (21st August 2020).
...2020-08-22
Pakistan Defence Adviser pays farewell courtesy call on Navy Commander
Colonel Sajjad Ali, Defence Adviser of the High Commission of Pakistan in Sri Lanka, making a formal visit to the Navy Headquarters, paid a farewell courtesy call on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne on 20th August 2020.
...2020-08-21
Russian Military, Air and Naval Attaché calls on Commander of the Navy
The Military, Air and Naval Attaché of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Colombo, Colonel Denis I. Shkoda paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters on 20th August 2020.
...2020-08-21
DG Civil Security Department meets with Navy Chief
Director General, Civil Security Department (CSD), Rear Admiral (Retd) Ananda Peiris met with Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne at the Navy Headquarters on 20th August 2020.
...2020-08-21
