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Commander of the Navy visits North-central Naval Area Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the North-central Area on 20th and 21st December 2010. He made an inspection tour in Nachchikudah and made observations of the infrastructure development in the area. He also inspected the Divisions of the North-central Area and addressed the naval personnel of the North-central Naval Command. More Pictures |
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His Excellency the President peruses the Map where Countries of the Foreign Navies participating in Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary Celebrations are marked in the presence of the Commander of the Navy His Excellency the President Mahinda Rajapaksa while onboard Sri Lanka Naval Ship Sayura perused the map where, the countries that participated in the Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary Celebrations extending their solidarity to His Excellency’s concept in restoring Sri Lanka’s former glory on the Silk Route were marked, in the presence of the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe. |
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India-Pakistan Naval Chiefs to meet in the presence of the Commander of the Navy During the Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary celebrations, Indian Navy Commander Admiral Nirmal Verma and Pakistan Navy Commander Admiral Noman Bashir had the opportunity to meet each other and exchange pleasantries. The happy union took place in the presence of the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe who played host to the two neighbouring nations. |
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Commander of the Navy receives Secretary Defence at the International Sail Past The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe received Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the International Sail Past held on 11 December 2010. The International Sail Past was held in the waters of the Indian Ocean off Galle Face greens at 04.30 in the evening. Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Chief of Defence Staff Air Chief Marshal Roshan Goonathilaka and Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya were also present at the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy accompanies HE the President at Presidential Fleet Review Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe accompanied His Excellency the President during the Presidential Fleet Review on (1 December 2010. The Fleet Review was held inside the Port of Colombo in the morning. Eight International ships joined SLNS Sayura to accord their salute to his Excellency the President. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy receives Naval Chiefs at Naval Conclave Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe received the participating Naval delegates for the Naval Conclave at Naval Dockyard, Trincomalee on 10th December 2010. The Naval chiefs of Australia, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Maldives and United Arab Emirates and the other heads of delegations took part in the deliberations. Matters of mutual interest in the Naval and Maritime field were discussed during the session. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends International Band Fiesta and Cultural Show Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the International Band Fiesta on 08th December 2010 at the Sugatahdasa Indoor Stadium. Commander of the Navy received the Chief Guest, secretary to his Exellency the President Mr.Lalith Weerathunga and the Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the Guest of Honor on their arrival at the venue. Chiefs of visiting Navies were also among the distinguished guests. The show organized by the Sri Lanka Navy to celebrate its 60th Anniversary. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy welcomes world Naval Chiefs at the Naval and Maritime Symposium Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe welcomed the visiting Naval Chiefs and representatives for the Naval and Maritime Symposium on Sustainable Support for Security and Safety at Sea, today (08 December 2010) at the Naval Headquarters. The Hon. Minister of External Affairs Professor GL Peiris graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Chief of Defence Staff and Air Force Chief, Commander of the Army and Inspector General of Police were also present. Delegates from 21 countries including 06 Naval Chiefs from around the world participated at this symposium. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy receives Secretary Defence at the Naval and Maritime exhibition Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was in attendance to receive the Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa at the Chaithya road exhibition venue yesterday (06th December 2010). The Secretary Defence ceremonially opened the Naval and Maritime exhibition held in view of the Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th anniversary. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits exhibition site Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Naval and Maritime exhibition today (04th December 2010) on an inspection tour. As a symbolic gesture, he bought the first ticket before entering the exhibition site. The Commander of the Navy was accompanied by the Chief of Staff Rear Admiral DWAS Dissanayakee and other senior officers. |
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Commander of the Navy attends all night Pirith ceremony Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe took part in the all night Pirith chanting ceremony held in view of the 60th anniversary at SLNS Gemunu, Welisara on 04th December 2010 night. An alms giving ceremony for 60 monks was also held following the Pirith chanting ceremony. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends the Hindu Religious Ceremony held in view of Navy’s 60th Anniversary Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the Hindu religious ceremony held at Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Kovil in Kotahena on 1st December 2010 in view of Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary. Senior naval officers at the Naval Headquarters and a cross section of the naval personnel were also in attendance. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy’s Divisions in view of Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary held at SLNS Rangalla Commander of the Navy’s Divisions in view of the Navy’s 60th Anniversary was held at SLNS Rangalla in the Port of Colombo on 01st December 2010. The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe inspected the divisions and addressed the Naval personnel of the Western Naval Command. Chief of Staff of the Navy, Directors General of the Navy, Commander Western Naval Area, senior Naval Officers and Naval personnel of the Western Naval Command were also in attendance. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy present at Welcoming Reception accorded to visiting Pakistani President Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe participated in the welcoming reception accorded to the visiting President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan His Excellency Asif Ali Zardari. The Pakistani President was warmly received by His Excellency the President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Colombo International Airport on 27th November 2010 when he arrived on a four-day state visit at the invitation of the President of Sri Lanka. |
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Commander of the Navy delivers a lecture at DSCSC Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe delivered a lecture at the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) on 25th November 2010. It was attended by tri-forces and foreign officers undergoing their staff training at the institution. Commandant of the DSCSC Major General NA Ranasinghe and Chief Instructors were also present on the occasion. In exchange of mementos, a replica of a Naval war ship was presented by Commander of the Navy to the DSCSC |
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Commander of the Navy attends the Joint Christian Commemoration and Thanks Giving Service held in view of Sri Lanka Navy Diamond Jubilee Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the Joint Christian Commemoration and Thanks Giving Service held in view of the Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary Celebrations at St. Lucia’s Cathedral, Kotahena on 29th November 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy presides over Navy 60th Anniversary Celebrations Media Briefing Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe presided over the media briefing on Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary Celebrations held at SLNS Rangalla on 25th November 2010. Chief of Staff, Deputy Chief of Staff, Directors General of the Navy and Commander Western Naval Area too participated in it More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy joins the Navy Tree Planting Campaign Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe planted a sapling in the garden of his official residence, “Navy House” at Colombo 07 today (15th November2010) to mark the Second Swearing-in Ceremony of HE the President. To mark this event, in accordance with the planting of eleven lacks (11,00000) of saplings Sri Lanka Navy under the patronage of Commander of the Navy, planted more than 30,000 saplings in Naval establishments island wide today(15th November 2010). |
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Russian Military, Air and Naval Attache calls on Commander of the Navy Military, Air and Naval Attache to the Embassy of the Russian Federation Captain (Navy) Igor N Pavlov called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters on 11th November 2010.They held cordial discussions on matters of mutual interest and bilateral relevance. Mementos were also exchanged as a gesture of goodwill.
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Indian Coast Guard Delegation calls on the Commander of the Navy The visiting four-member Indian Coast Guard Delegation headed by Deputy Director General (Operations and Coastal Security) Inspector General VSR Murthy called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 11th November 2010. They were accompanied by Director General Sri Lanka Coast Guard Rear Admiral (rtd) Daya Dharmapriya and Indian Defence Attache Captain Sumeet Kapoor.
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Commander of the Navy visits India At the invitation of Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the Indian Navy, Admiral Nirmal Verma, Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe, made an eight-day official visit to India commencing from 19th October 2010. During his visit, Commander of the Navy met top Indian dignitaries and exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and bilateral relevance. He also attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the National Defence College (NDC) of India, held on Friday, 21st and 22nd October 2010 at the invitation of Commandant of the NDC Lieutenant General Prakash Menon.
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Commander of the Navy launches SLN 60th Anniversary Web Site Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe ceremonially launched the official web site of the Sri Lanka Navy’s 60th Anniversary on 29th October 2010. The Navy celebrates its 60th Anniversary on 09th of December 2010 in an impressive and befitting manner giving due recognition to Sri Lanka as a strategic maritime nation in the Indian Ocean.
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Commander of the Navy addresses the visiting SAARC cadets A team consist of 28 school cadets and 5 officers from SARRC countries participated in an interaction session with the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Ward Room, Naval Headquarters, on 18th October 2010. In his short interaction with the cadets, the Commander of the Navy advised them to improve their skills for the prospects in future carriers. Director Naval Training in a short presentation briefed the cadets the functioning of the Sri Lanka Navy. Director Naval Personnel, Deputy Director Naval Personnel and the senior officers of NHQ attended the occasion. Mementos were exchanged as a gesture of goodwill after the refreshments. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy invites His Excellency the President for the 60th Anniversary celebrations of the Sri Lanka Navy Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe invited HE the President Mahinda Rajapaksa for the Diamond Jubilee (60th Anniversary celebrations) of the Sri Lanka Navy, at the President’s House on 18th October 2010. Sri Lanka Navy will be celebrating this event in an impressive and befitting manner giving due recognition to Sri Lanka as a strategic maritime nation in the Indian Ocean and it will be in magnitude of a national event with an international dimension. |
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Parents thank Navy Commander for Saving the Life of their Daughter The parents accompanying little Poojani Ameshika called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 15th October 2010 to express their gratitude for saving the life of their 15-month-old daughter. Poojani, the only daughter of engineering mechanic A Hettiarachchi attached to SLNS Pandukabaya in Poonewa, successfully underwent a liver transplant surgery at Global Hospital in Chennai, India. Poojani’s expenses, which amounted to 6.4 million rupees, were met by the generous contributions of the Naval personnel belonging to all Naval Commands under the ready consent of the Commander of the Navy. Local Agent, Global Hospital in Chennai, Mr. MFA Riyas (Chairman, Forte International (Pvt) Ltd) who coordinated and facilitated the surgery, was also present on the occasion and the Commander of the Navy thanked him for his generous support. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy Chief Guest at Award Presentation Ceremony of the Road Safety Poster Competition Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was the Chief Guest at the award presentation ceremony of the poster competition conducted under the theme “Let’s prevent road accidents” at SLNS Parakrama on 08th October 2010. The poster competition was organized by the Medical Branch of the Sri Lanka Navy under the direction of the Director General Health Services Surgeon Rear Admiral NELW Jayasekera. More Pictures |
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Commanding Officers of the visiting Indian Naval Ships call on Commander of the Navy Commanding Officers of the visiting Indian Naval ships, INS Tir, INS Shardul, and ICGS Varuna, Captain Sanjeev Issar, Commander AN Promod and Commander Manish Sain called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 12th October 2010. They were accompanied by Defence Adviser to the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka Captain Sumeet Kapoor. They held brief discussions on matters of mutual interests and training activities between the two Navies. Mementos were also exchanged to mark the visit. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy addresses SLN Officer Training Contingent and INS Tarangani Ship Complement Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe addressed the SLN officer training contingent and the ship complement of the Indian Naval Ship INS Tarangani at the Port of Colombo on 12th October 2010 prior to the sail ship training programme for 25 midshipmen of the Sri Lanka Navy on board INS Tarangani in the western seas of Colombo. He thanked the Indian Navy on behalf of the Sri Lanka Government, Secretary of Defence and the Sri Lanka Navy for its magnanimous gesture in according training facilities of this nature for SLN personnel. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends Water Sports Festival Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the water sports festival organized by the Sri Lanka Navy on 08th October 2010 along the Kirulapana canal between Baththaramulla and Nawala. The Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa was the Chief Guest. A large number of VIPs, senior Naval officers and spectators were also present on the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy Chief Guest at Sir John Kotelawela Commemoration Ceremony Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was the Chief Guest at the Sir John Kotelawela 30th Death Anniversary Commemoration Ceremony held at the Kotelawela Defence University on 03rd October 2010. More Pictures |
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German Defence Attache calls on Commander of the Navy Defence Attache of the Federal Republic of Germany Captain (N) LAUS Mathew called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 05th October 2010. They held brief discussions on matters of mutual interest and bilateral relations. Mementos were exchanged between them as a gesture of goodwill. |
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Commander of the Navy attends Defence Services Games 2010 Closing Ceremony Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the closing ceremony of the Defence Services Games (DSG) 2010 held at the Sugathadasa Indoor Sports Stadium on 01st October 2010. Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Vice Admiral Samarasinghe awarded the Commander of the Navy Challenge Trophy to the best individual performer amongst the Sri Lanka Navy Sports contingent. He also gave away awards to the winners of athletics, badminton, basketball, boxing, cricket, cycling, hockey and Judo. More Pictures |
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Bangladesh NDC Delegation calls on Commander of the Navy A defence delegation from the Bangladesh National Defence College (NDC) headed by Brigadier General Humayun Bakht called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 28th September 2010. Mementos were exchanged between the Commander of the Navy and the delegates as a gesture of goodwill. |
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Commander of the Navy meets people at “Sayuru Rala” Carnival & Exhibition Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe and Navy Seva Vanitha President Mrs. Malathie Samarasinghe along with senior Naval officers visited the “Sayuru Rala” Carnival & Exhibition on 26th September 2010. The Navy Commander met with the visitors and spoke with them to ascertain their views on the mega event. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy declares open “Sayuru Rala” Carnival & Exhibition Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe declared open the Navy Seva Vanitha Carnival and Exhibition, “Sayuru Rala”, at the Ja-Ela Municipal Grounds on 24th September 2010. Navy Seva Vanitha Unit President Mrs. Malathie Samarasinghe, senior Naval officers and a large number of distinguished guests were also present on the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Royal Thai Naval Ship HTMS Similan Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Royal Thai Naval ship, HTMS Similan at the Port of Colombo on 21st September 2010. On arrival, he was accorded a Guard of Honour on board HTMS Similan and was received by Royal Thai Navy Anti-piracy Mission Commander Rear Admiral Chaiyot Sundaranaga and the Ship’s Commanding Officer Captain Poollarp Tattathongkom. More Pictures |
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RTN Anti-piracy Mission Commander calls on Commander of the Navy Rear Admiral Chaiyot Sundaranaga, Commander, Frigate Squadron ,Royal Thai Fleet and the Counter Piracy Mission Commander, called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 21st September 2010. He was accompanied by Ambassador of Thailand in Sri Lanka His Excellency Thinakorn Kanasuta, Commanding Officer of HTMS Similan Captain Poollarp Tattathongkom and Commanding Officer of HTMS Pattani Commander Sathip Chitnawa. They held brief discussions on matters of mutual interest and bilateral relations. Thereafter, they exchanged mementos as a gesture of goodwill. More Pictures |
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NDC, India Delegation calls on Commander of the Navy A sixteen-member delegation from the National Defence College (NDC), India, called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 21st September 2010. The delegation was headed by Major General Anjan Mukherjee and comprised of officers from India, Afghanistan, Tanzania, Bangladesh and Malaysia. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Eastern Naval Area Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Eastern Naval Area on 10th September 2010. He made inspections at SLNS Walagamba, Naval Deployment Pulmudai and Mullaithivu Radar Station and viewed the progress of the officer cadet and direct entry officer training in progress at NMA. He addressed the Fleet Officers at the Eastern Naval Command wardroom and held discussions with officials on the progress of the fisheries activities at the Codbay Fisheries Harbour. More Pictures |
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Indian Chief of Army Staff calls on Commander of the Navy General Vijay Kumar Singh PVSM, AVSM, YSM, ADC, Chief of Army Staff, Indian Army, called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe on 06th September 2010 at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo. On arrival, he was accorded a Guard of Honour and was warmly received by Commander of the Navy. They held brief discussions on matters of mutual interest and cooperation. Mementos were also exchanged to mark the visit. More Pictures |
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At the Invitation of the Commander of the Navy Secretary of Defence declares open new NWN Command Headquarters at Mullikuluma At the invitation of the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe, Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa ceremonially declared open the new North-western Naval Command Headquarters at Mullikuluma on 02nd September 2010. Religious dignitaries, Senior Officials at the Ministry of Defence, Chief of Defence Staff, Commander of the Army, Director General Naval Operations, Director General Naval Logistics, senior Naval Officers attached to NHQ and Commander North-western Naval Area graced the occasion with Naval personnel of the North-western Naval Command in attendance. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy conducts Annual Inspection in the Southern Naval Area Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe conducted the annual inspection in the Southern Naval Area on 27th, 28th and 29th August 2010. He made inspections at Naval establishments, ships and craft deployed under the Southern Naval Command and examined their administrative and operational readiness. The Navy Commander also looked into the welfare facilities provided for the Naval personnel and held discussions with the Naval Authorities to enhance the implementation of the welfare measures for the benefit of the Naval personnel in the Southern Naval Area. More Pictures |
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Indian Defence Advisor calls on Commander of the Navy The new Defence Adviser to the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka Captain Sumeet Kapoor called on Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe on 19th August 2010 at the Naval Headquarters Colombo. They exchanged mementos as a gesture of goodwill to mark the occasion. |
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Deputy Commander of the Russian Black Sea Fleet Naval Surface Force and Commanding Officer of the Russian Guard Missile Cruiser “Moskva” call on Commander of the Navy The Commander of the Cruise, Deputy Commander of the Russian Black Sea Fleet Naval Surface Force, Captain 1st Rank Igor V. Smolyak and the Commanding Officer of the Russian Guard Missile Cruiser “Moskva” Guard Captain 1st Rank Sergey I. Tronev called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters on 13th August 2010. They held brief discussions on matters of mutual interests and exchanged mementos as a gesture of goodwill to mark the occasion. |
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Commander of the Navy attends “Galle Dialogue 2010” Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the inaugural maritime conference “Galle Dialogue 2010” held in the port city of Galle. He made the welcome address at the inaugural session on 06th August 2010, receiving the local and foreign scholars and experts in naval and maritime affairs who shared their views at the two day dialogue held under the theme “Charting the Course for Sustainable Maritime Security Cooperation”. Making the concluding remarks at the final session held on 07th, the Navy Commander elaborated the vision of the Secretary Defence calling “all onboard to collaborate for secure seas” and commended the gathering of brilliant maritime minds under one roof. More Pictures |
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Bangladesh and Sudanese Defence Attaches call on Commander of the Navy Defence Attache to the Bangladesh High Commission in Sri Lanka Commodore M Nazir and Defence Attache of Sudan Major General Abdul Moniem Mohamed Ali called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters on 2nd August 2010. They discussed matters of mutual interests and thereafter, exchanged mementos to mark the occasion as a gesture of goodwill. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Naval Deployments in the South Eastern coast Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Naval Deployments at Yala and Arugambay on 30th July 2010. Commander Southern Naval Area Commodore PADR Perera, Senior officers from Naval Headquarters and Southern Naval Command too participated in the visit. During the visit, the Commander of the Navy inspected the administrative and operational readiness of the Naval establishments. The Navy Commander on his way back to Galle visited the Ranminitanna Tele Cinema Village situated next to Navy’s Agricultural Project, Kirindioya Farm. The operational condition of the slipway at SLNS Dakshina was also examined by the Commander of the Navy. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Naval Deployments on the North-western Coast Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarsinghe visited the Naval Deployments in Mullikulum, Vedithalthivu and Nachchikudah and Naval Bases in Mannar and Thalaimannar on 25th and 26th July 2010. He also met the Mannar fishing community at SLNS Gajaba and toured at Sand Banks and Iranthivu island with a view to ascertain the Naval Deployments in the area. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy expresses heartfelt appreciation for Navy’s historic Clifford Cup Semi Final victory Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe expressed his heartfelt appreciation to all for Navy’s historic victory at the Clifford Cup semi final match played against CR & FC at the Royal College Sports Complex ground on 24th July 2010. First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. |
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Commander of the Navy visits Korean Naval Ship "Wang Geon" at the Port of Colombo Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited Republic of Korean Naval Ship "Wang Geon " at the Port of Colombo on 23rd July 2010. He was warmly received by the Commanding Officer of ROKS "Wang Geon " Captain Suk- Jong upon his arrival on board the Ship. Ambassador of Republic of Korea in Sri Lanka His Excellency Chai Ki-Chul and senior officers of the Sri Lanka Navy were also present at the occasion. Commander of the Navy and the Commanding Officer of ROKS " Wang Geon " exchanged the mementos to mark the occasion. More Pictures |
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Turkish Defence Attache calls on Commander of the Navy Visiting Turkish Defence Attache Colonel Birol Saglam called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 20th July 2010. They briefly discussed matters of bilateral relevance and afterwards, exchanged mementos to mark the occasion. |
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Japanese Defence Attache pays a courtesy call on Commander of the Navy Japanese Defence Attache Lieutenant Sadaharu Shibuta, accompanied by his predecessor Captain Masharu Murai, paid a courtesy call on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 14th July 2010. They briefly discussed matters of bilateral relevance and afterwards, exchanged mementos to mark the occasion. |
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Navy Commander Address 2nd Indian Ocean Naval Symposium In Uae Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe delivered a speech on the theme of “Promotion of common strategies and procedures” at the second Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) held on the theme of “Together for the Reinforcement of Maritime Security in the Indian Ocean” The speech was widely appreciated and the proposal for counter piracy and for operational level interaction between the Navies received wide acknowledgement. 21 Chiefs of Navies of 35 literal states of the Indian Ocean participated in the symposium held in Abudhabi during the period 10th to 12th May 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy addresses Parents of Navy Cadets Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe addressed the parents of the Navy cadets of 50th Intake at NHQ Wardroom on 15th July 2010. He warmly welcomed the newly-enlisted 65 cadets and thanked the parents for giving consent to their sons to devote their precious youth for a noble cause. |
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Commander of the Navy visits Wanni Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe took part in the visit made by Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa to Wanni on 13th July 2010. The delegation included Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya and Inspector General of Police Mahinda Balasuriya. They visited the Security Forces Headquarters Wanni (SFHQ-W) and attended the religious rites conducted at Madhu Shrine. They also visited the 61 Division Headquarters at Vellankulam. |
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Navy Commander visits Eastern Naval Area Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Eastern Naval Area on 12th July 2010. On his arrival, he was received by Commander Eastern Naval Area Rear Admiral Jayanath Colombage. He visited Nayaru and Poduwakattu Naval Deployments and inspected the constructions of the Oluvil Harbour. He made an inspection of all Naval vessels and craft under the Eastern Naval Command and addressed the officers and sailors of the Eastern Naval Area. He also inspected the operational readiness of two Fast Attack craft by conducting sea trials on them. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy present at Navy vs Air Force Rugby Match Commander of the Navy was present at the Caltex “A” Division League Ruby Championship Cup match played at Navy Grounds in Welisara on 02nd July 2010. MP Hon. Namal Rajapaksa was the Chief Guest at the event. Navy beat Air Force 6-5. |
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Admiral Nirmal Verma visits Eastern Naval Area Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy Admiral Nirmal Verma visited the Eastern Naval Area on 01st July 2010. Accompanied by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasingh, he toured the Trincomalee Harbour, visited the Indian Oil Company and attended the Commissioning Parade at NMA as its Chief Guest. More Pictures |
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Navy Commander pays return courtesy call Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe paid the return courtesy call on the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy Admiral Nirmal Verma on board “INS Delhi” at the Port of Colombo on 28th June 2010. He was warmly received by Admiral Verma and the Ship’s Commanding Officer Captain S Srikant on arrival. More Pictures |
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Reception on board INS Delhi A reception was held on board “INS Delhi” on 28th June 2010. Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, Indian High Commissioner Mr. Ashok K Kantha, Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy Admiral Nirmal Verma, Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe and a large number of distinguished invitees attended. |
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Indian Navy Chief calls on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy Admiral Nirmal Verma called on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 28 June 2010. On his arrival, he was accorded a Guard of Honour and was warmly received by the Commander of the Navy. Afterwards, Admiral Verma was introduced to the Principal Staff Officers of the Sri Lanka Navy. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy warmly welcomes Indian Navy Chief Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe and Mrs. Malathie Samarasinghe warmly welcomed the Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy Admiral Nirmal Verma, Mrs. Madhulika Verma and the Indian delegation who arrived at Katunayake International Airport on the evening of 27th June 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy congratulates Navy FA Cup Winners Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe congratulated the Navy SC for winning the prestigious FA Cup for the first time by beating Nandimitra SC 2-1 at the Final match played at Police Grounds on 18th June 2010. Minister of Sports Hon. CB Rathnayake graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. A large number of distinguished guests and well-wishers were also present. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy present at Navy vs Havelocks Rugby Match Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was present at the Navy’s final Caltex “A” Division League Rugby round one match played against Havelocks at Havelock Park on 13th June 2010. Navy drew the match 24-all and retained their unbeaten title. First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy among the Defence Delegation to the East Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was among the Defence Delegation headed by Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa that visited the East on 10th June 2010. The Defence Delegation visited the Security Forces Headquarters (East), the 23 Division Headquarters in Punani and the Senapura Rehabilitation Centre in Welikanda. They also took part in the religious observances held at sacred Somawathiya Chaithya. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy conducts Annual Inspection in the Northern Naval Area Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe conducted the annual inspection in the Northern Naval Area on 7th and 08th June 2010. He examined its administrative and operational readiness and gave instructions for further improvements. He looked into the welfare facilities being implemented for officers and sailors in Naval establishments and in the fleet and addressed the Naval personnel attached to the Northern Naval Command at SLNS Uttara. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy shares the Moment of Glory with Navy Ruggerites The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarainghe attended at the high profile rugby encounter of Kandy SC Vs Navy SC which worked off and stunned the Kandy in 14-13, at Navy grounds welisara on 6th June 2010. First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa graced the occasion as the chief guest to witness the spectacular performances of the reigning teams in Caltex “A” Division league rugby tournament and she was welcomed for the occasion by Commander of the Navy. More Pictures |
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Navy Commander congratulates Navy Dreadnoughts on their Win over Police Griffins Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe congratulated Navy Dreadnoughts on their win over Police Griffins at their “B” Division rugby encounter worked off at Navy Grounds in Welisara on 2nd June 2010. Subsequently, he addressed the players and offered them encouragement to keep up their hard work. More Pictures |
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First Lady views Vesak Celebrations at NHQ First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa visited the Naval Headquarters on 31st May 2010 to view the Vesak Celebrations. She was warmly received by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe and Mrs. Malathie Samarasinghe on her arrival. More Pictures |
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Navy Commander inspects IIFA Renovations at Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium on 26th May 2010 to assess the progress of the renovations being made by the Navy to hold the 11th International Indian Film Awards (IIFA) Ceremony. He was accompanied by Director Naval Civil Engineering Commodore WS Jayasinghe. Chairman of the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium Mr. Ronni Ibrahim too joined the inspection tour. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy at Buddharashmi Vesak celebrations Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe participated in the religious functions held in view of the Buddharashmi Vesak celebrations which were conducted under the patronage of Sri Lanka Navy at Gangaramaya in Hunupitiya on 29th May 2010. First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa declared open the Vesak illuminations at the Gangaramaya premises. Secretary to the President Mr. Lalith Weerathunga, Chairperson of the MOD Seva Vanith Unit Mrs. Ioma Rajapaksa, President of the Army Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs.Manjulika Jayasuriya and President of the Navy Seva Vanitha Unit Mrs. Malathie Samarasinghe were also attended the function. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy participates in Religious Functions at Sri Sambodhi Viharaya Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe participated in the religious function held at Sri Sambodhi Viharaya on 28th May 2010 in view of Vesak celebrations. The function, organized by its Chief Incumbent Daranagama Kusaladhamma Thera, was officiated by Mahanayake Thera of the Asgiriya Chapter Most Venerable Udugama Sri Buddharakkhita Thera. It was attended by Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa as the Chief Patron. Commander of the Army Lt. General Jagath Jayasuriya, Inspector General of Police Mahinda Balasooriya and Chief of Staff of the Navy Rear Admiral Somathilake Dissanayake were also present on the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Spanish Ship “Galeon Andalucia” Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Spanish Ship “Galeon Andalucia” at the Port of Colombo on the 25th May 2010. He spoke with the Captain of the ship Gonzalo De La Crvz and conveyed his good wishes to the crew. More Pictures |
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Wesak religious activities at Naval Headquarters In commemoration of three most significant events of the life of Lord Budda,the Birth, the Enlightenment and the attainment of Parinibbana on Wesak full moon Poya Day, religious activities were conducted under the patronage of Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at Naval Headquarters on 25th May 2010. Chief of Staff and President of the Buddhist Association of Sri Lanka Navy Rear Admiral Somathilaka Dissanayake, Senior officers and the other officers of the Western Naval Area and family members of the Naval personnel participated in these religious observances. The venerable Thero who preached was offered with a Atapirikara by Commander of the Navy and all the war heroes who sacrificed their lives for motherland were remembered by invoking with religious blessings. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy observes Naval Flood Relief operations Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe observed the progress of ongoing flood relief operations conducted by Naval teams to facilitate and assist the victims in need, in the evening today. The Navy Commander visited Modara,Seeduwa,Raddolugama and Dicovita areas and met both Naval teams and the distressed civilians. He instructed the Naval teams to continue with the hard work they do, with responsibility. |
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Commander of the Navy thanks Philanthropist for his Generosity Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe thanked Mr. Ananda Wedisinghe for his generosity in donating a boat and three electric wheel chairs to the Sri Lanka Navy. Mr. Wedisinghe, proprietor of Auto Plaza Ananda International Private Limited, Kurunegala, handed over his donation at SLNS Rangalla on 14th May 2010. Several senior Naval officers were also present on the occasion. |
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New MPs on Inspection Tour of Colombo Port Deputy Ministers of Ports and Aviation Dayashritha Tissera and Rohitha Abeygunawardena and MP Namal Rajapaksa conducted an inspection tour of the Colombo Port on 07th May 2010. Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe, Commander Western Naval Area Rear Admiral Dhamayantha Dharmasiriwardene and Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority Dr. Priyath B.Wickrama also participated. The Colombo Port Expansion Project along with South Port Area and Jaya Container Terminal came under their special observation during the inspection tour. |
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Commander of the Navy attends unveiling Ceremony of Kilinochchi War Hero Monument Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the unveiling ceremony of the War Hero Monument at Kilinochchi on 06th May 2010. The monument was ceremonially unveiled by Secretary of Defence Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksa. Chief of Defence Staff, Commander of the Army, Inspector General of Police and senior military and Police officers were also present at the occasion. |
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Commander of the Navy congratulates Navy Rugby Players
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Delegation of Pakistan National Defence University calls on the Commander of the Navy A Military delegation of Pakistan National Defence University(PNDU), who are in a educational tour in SAARC countries, called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters-Colombo on 30th April 2010. The Delegation and the Commander of the Navy had a friendly discussion on mutual interests.The Commander of the Navy and the Head of the delegation exchanged mementos as a gesture of the comradeship among the military personnel of Pakistan and the Sri Lanka Navy. |
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Secretary Defence ceremonially commissions slipway at SLNS Uttara,Port of Kankasanthurai During his visit into the Northern Peninsula on 29th April 2010, the Secretary Defence Mr.Gotabhya Rajapaksa along with Chief of Defence Staff, the Commander of the Army, Inspector General of Police and other VIPs arrived to the Northern Naval Command Headquarters at Kankasanthurai. He was received by the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe and the Commander Northern Naval Area Rear Admiral Susith Weerasekara. Later on, the Defence Secretary had the honour of ceremonially opening of the 60 tons slipway which had been designed and constructed by the veteran engineers and the divers of the Sri Lanka Navy. In the evening, the Secretary of Defence with other VIPs worshiped the historical Nagadeepa Viharaya and met the chief incumbent and the devotees. He observed the Navy’s involvement in providing the pilgrims with welfare facilities. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy inspects Canal Boat Service Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe inspected the Canal Boat Service launched for the convenience of the General Public by the Navy on 25th April 2010. He was accompanied by Commander Western Naval Area Rear Admiral Damayantha Dharmasiriwardene and Director General Naval Operations Rear Admiral Jayantha Perera. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy Chief Guest at Boating Conference Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the Boating Conference held at the BMICH on 25th April 2010 as the Chief Guest. Addressing the august gathering, Commander of the Navy elaborated on the Navy’s success in manufacturing boats to suit its requirements utilizing the expertise of Naval engineers and stated that with the dawn of peace, the island-nation is poised to venture into new frontiers with innovative products. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends Boat Show Sri Lanka 2010 Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the opening ceremony of the Boat Show Sri Lanka 2010 held at the BMICH on 24th April 2010 as the Guest of Honour. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy wishes all Naval and Civilian Personnel a happy peaceful and prosperous New Year Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended a function held in view of the dawn of the New Year at SLNS Parakrama, Colombo on 15th April 2010. Addressing the gathering, he wished all the Naval and civilian personnel and their family members a happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy participates in HE the President’s North visit Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe along with the Commander of the Army and other senior officers of Armed Forces participated in the official visit to the Northern area by His Excellency the President on 01st April 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Kirinda Naval Detachment and meets Hambantota Fishing Community
Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Kirinda Naval Detachment and met the fishing community in Hambantota on 30th March 2010. He was accompanied by Commander Southern Naval Area Commodore PADR Perera and senior Naval officers of the Southern Naval Command on his inspection tour. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Northern Naval Area Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe toured the Northern Naval area on 29th March 2010. He was accompanied by Deputy Chief of Staff and Commander Northern Naval Area Rear Admiral SMB Weerasekera and senior Naval officers. He inspected several Naval bases and coastal deployments under the Northern Naval Command and visited the Nagadeepa temple. More Pictures |
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Iranian Military Attache calls on the Commander of the Navy
Military Attache of the Embassy of Iran in Sri Lanka Brigadier Seyyed Reza Asghry accompanied by the Deputy Military Attache Lieutenant Colonel Khorran Lajevardi called on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at Naval Headquarters on 17th March 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy meets the Fishing Community of North of Colombo
Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe met the Palliyawatte fishing community at the Palliyawatte Church premises on 05th March 2010.Commander Western Naval Area Rear Admiral MTDJ Dharmasiriwardene, former Member of Parliament Mr. Neel Rupasinghe, member of Wattala Pradeshiya Saba Mr Nishantha De Silva and several senior officers of the Western Naval Command too participated in the discussions that followed. |
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Commander of the Navy attends the Ceremonial Opening of the Maritime Archaeology Museum
Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarsinghe attended the ceremonial opening of the Maritime Archaeology Museum held under the patronage of His Excellency the President Mahinda Rajapaksha at Galle on 04th March 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy opens the Two-storeyed Senior Sailors’ Mess at SLNS Nipuna
Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe opened the newly-constructed two-storeyed Senior Sailors’ Mess at SLNS Nipuna in Boossa on 04th March 2010. Directors General of the Navy, Commander of the Southern Naval Area, senior Naval Officers and sailors attended the event which commenced with religious ceremonies. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends the ceremonial inauguration of Sri Lanka Coast Guard Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the ceremonial inauguration of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, where His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa the President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, on 4th March 2010 at the Port of Galle. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy Chief Guest at Navy Challenge Cup Sailing Regatta Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was the Chief Guest at the Navy Challenge Cup Sailing Regatta which was held in the seas off Panadura Fisheries Harbour on 27th February 2010. |
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Commander of the Navy attends Religious Ceremonies in Anuradhapura Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarsinghe attended the special religious ceremonies held under the patronage of His Excellency the President Mahinda Rajapaksha in the sacred city of Anuradhapura on 27th February 2010. More Pictures |
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Bangladesh Defence Attache calls on the Commander of the Navy Defence Attache to the High Commission of Bangladesh Commodore M Immam Hussain called on the commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinge at the Naval Headquarters,Colombo on 26th February 2010. More Pictures |
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Director General of the Civil Defence Force calls on the Commander of the Navy Rear Admiral BAJG Peiris, after assuming duties as the Director General of the Civil Defence Force, called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters on 26th February 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy carries out Annual Inspection The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe carried out the Annual Inspection of SLNS Rangalla and the Western Naval Fleet on 25th February 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends the Commemoration Medal Awarding Ceremony The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe awarded the commemoration medals to the Next of Kin of the Armed Forces who were killed, wounded or missing in action, at a ceremony held at the Ganemulla Army Camp on 23rd February 2010. The Secretary of Defense Mr. Gotabhaya Rajapaksha was the Chief Guest at the event organized by the Sri Lanka Army. The Acting Chief of Defense Staff and the Commander of the Air Force, the Army Commander and the Inspector General of Police too attended the event. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends a Three Wheeler Donation Ceremony for War Heroes The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe participated in a three wheeler donation ceremony held at the Sri Lanka Army grounds on 22nd February 2010. His Excellency the President was the Chief Guest at the event organized by Ranaviru Seva Authority to distribute three wheelers for the disabled War Heroes in Armed Forces and the Police. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy commends Navy SAG Sports Contingent for their Exceptional Performance Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe commended the exceptional performances of the Navy SAG Sports contingent that brought glory to Sri Lanka by winning seven (07) Gold, five (05) Silver and eighteen (18) Bronze medals at the 11th South Asian Games (SAG). He also presented them with monetary rewards allocated from the Navy Sports Fund at a ceremony held at the Naval Headquarters on the 19th February 2010. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits INS “Sukanya ’’at the Port of Colombo Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited INS “Sukanya” at the Port of Colombo on 19th February 2010. He was warmly received by Commanding Officer of INS “ Sukanya” Commander Paresh Sawhney upon his arrival on board the ship. Indian High Commissioner His Excellency Asok K. Kantha and Defence Advisor to the High Commission of India Commander Pradeep Singh were also present at the occasion. More Pictures |
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French Defence Attache calls on the Commander of the Navy Defence Attache of the Embassy of France in Sri Lanka Commander Pascal Carre called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters in Colombo on 15th February 2010. They discussed matters of mutual interests and bilateral relevance and exchanged mementos as a gesture of goodwill to mark the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy briefs His Excellency the President on Navy Exhibition Stall at “Deyata Kirula 2010” Exhibition His Excellency the President Mahinda Rajapaksha visited the Navy Stall at “Deyata Kirula 2010” Exhibition at Pallekele in Kandy on the 04th February 2010. He was highly impressed by its creative out look and praised the Navy for its ingenuity at presenting the visiting General Public with innovative exhibits of high educational value. The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe briefed the President on the Navy exhibition stalls which depict the role and mission of the Sri Lanka Navy and its future plans promulgated in accordance with National policies. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends 62nd Independence Day Celebrations The 62nd Independence Day celebrations were held in the sacred city of Kandy on 04th February 2010. His Excellency the President Mahinda Rajapaksha was the Chief Guest. Among the distinguished invitees participating in the Independence Day celebrations was Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe, Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits “HMAS Glenelg” at the Port of Colombo Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited “HMAS Glenelg” at the Port of Colombo on 29 January 2010. He was warmly received by Commanding Officer of “HMAS Glenelg” Lieutenant Commander ST Doolin, upon his arrival on board the ship. Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Her Excellency Kathy Klugman was also present at the occasion. The Navy Commander presented a memento to the Commanding Officer as a gesture of goodwill. “HMAS Glenelg” is a patrol boat belonging to the Royal Australian Navy and arrived in Sri Lanka on the 28th January 2010 on a goodwill visit. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends Nautical Enterprise Launching Ceremony Commander of the Navy attended the Nautical Enterprise Launching Ceremony yesterday (22 January 2010).The Sri Lanka Navy’s largest passenger craft “Jetliner’ was launched as a Entertainment Cruise Venture yesterday at the Port of Colombo. Honourable Minister of Tourism Achala Jagoda, the Chief Guest was received by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe upon his arrival.The Chinese Ambassador, Secretaries to the ministry of tourism and ministry of ports and aviation, and foreign dignitaries were among the list VIP invitees. Many senior Naval Officers and a large number of other invitees including members of the media were also present. The picture shows Commander of the Navy explaining matters to the honourable minister during the inaugural sail. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends Atavishi Buddha Pooja Ceremony held at Tissa Viharaya in Trincomalee Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe attended the “Atavishi Buddha Pooja” ceremony held at Tissa Viharaya in Trincomalee on 21st January 2010. A large number of Naval personnel from the Eastern Naval Command were also present at the religious function held to invoke blessings on the Naval personnel who were killed, wounded and missing in action whilst safeguarding the national integrity and sovereignty of the Motherland. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits “Deyata Kirula 2010” Exhibition Site Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the “Deyata Kirula” exhibition site at Pallekele in Kandy on 18 January 2010. He inspected the site where the mega national development exhibition scheduled to be held this year and gave directives to Naval officials with regard to the construction of exhibition stalls allocated for the Navy. He also visited SLNS Shilpa in Thalathuoya and spoke to Naval recruits under training at the Naval Recruit Training Centre. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits PNS Shamsheer Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Pakistan Naval Ship PNS Shamsheer at the Port of Colombo on 16 January 2010. He was warmly received by the Ship’s Commanding Officer Captain Neimatullah. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy warmly receives First Lady and Seva Vanitha Presidents on board Navy Flag Ship SLNS Sayura First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa and Seva Vanitha Presidents visited the Navy Flag Ship SLNS Sayura at the Galle Harbour on 14 January 2010. They were warmly received by Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe and were hosted to lunch on board the ship. More Pictures |
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Swiss Ambassador to Sri Lanka calls on the Commander of the Navy Swiss Ambassador to Sri Lanka Her Excellency Ruth Flint-Ledergerber called on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters, Colombo on 13 January 2010. They discussed matters of mutual interests and bilateral relevance. The Navy Commander presented a memento to the Swiss Ambassador as a gesture of goodwill. More Pictures |
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Australian Defence Adviser to Sri Lanka calls on the Commander of the Navy Defence Adviser to the High Commission of Australia Group Captain TC Innes called on the Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters, Colombo on 13 January 2010. He was accompanied by Deputy Australian High Commissioner Ms. Sophia McIntyre. They discussed matters of mutual interests and bilateral relevance. The Navy Commander presented a memento to the Australian Defence Adviser as a gesture of goodwill. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits Northern and Eastern Naval Bases and speaks to Fishing Communities. Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe visited the Naval Deployments in Kayts, Nainathivu, Kankasanthurei in the Northern Naval Area and Thavulpadu, Pulmudai and North of Trincomalee on 10th and 11th January 2010 respectively. He addressed the Naval personnel in Northern Naval Deployments and the officers and sailors of the Naval Fleet and the Naval personnel attached to the Trincomalee Naval base. During his visits, the Navy Commander also met with fishing communities in Kayts, Pulmudai, Kokilai, Erakkandi, Salpearu, and Kuchchaveli and addressed them at Kayts, Pulmudai and Nilaveli. More Pictures |
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His Excellency the President addresses Tri Forces and Police Personnel in the Jaffna Peninsula. His Excellency Mahinda Rajapaksa, the President and Commandr-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, addressed the tri-forces and Police personnel in the Jaffna peninsula on 10 January 2010. Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe along with other service Commanders and IGP were present at the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy visits coastal areas of Colombo Commander of the Navy visited the coastal areas of Colombo to look into the fishing activities and also the welfare of the fishing community on 08th January 2010. He inspected the Modera fisheries harbour, the new Dickowita fisheries harbour which is still under construction and the Kelani river mouth area. He also visited SLNS Kelani at Uswetakeiyawa to look into the administration, security and welfare matters. The picture shows the Navy Commander during his inspection along the Kelani river mouth area in order to look into the welfare of the fishing community there. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy addresses LIMA conference in Malaysia and visits South Korea Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was invited to speak at the prestigious biannual Langkawi International Maritime Conference and Aerospace Exhibition in Malaysia. His speech titled “Current Maritime Challenges- A Sri Lankan Perspective” was well received by the distinguished gathering. On his return Commander of the Navy visited South Korea where he was welcomed by the Chief of Republic of Korea Navy Admiral Jung Ok-Keun and was accorded a Guard of Honour. The Navy Commander visited the second fleet of the South Korea Navy at Gaeryong Port. The picture shows Commander of the Navy addressing the gathering at the LIMA Maritime Conference in Malaysia. More Pictures |
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Ambassador of the United States of America to Sri Lanka calls on Commander of the Navy Ambassador of the United States of America to Sri Lanka Her Excellency Patricia Butenis called on the Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe at the Naval Headquarters today (07 January 2010). She was accompanied by American Defence Attach Lieutenant Colonel Lawrence Smith III. The picture shows Commander of the Navy presenting a memento to Her Excellency Patricia Butenis to mark the occasion. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy attends welfare ceremony of KIA and MIA personnel Commander of the Navy was present at the handing over ceremony of 25% salary to the parents of Tri forces personnel killed or missing in action (KIA/MIA) whose widows and wives have remarried before 21st November 2007.The ceremony was held at Panagoda Army Camp on 6th January 2010.Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa was present as the Chief Guest. This welfare scheme is an initiative taken by the Secretary Defence. Acting Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Air Force Air Chief Marshal Roshan Goonetileke was also present at the occasion. The picture shows Commander of the Navy close in conversation with Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa. More Pictures |
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Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was present as the chief Guest and presented the first prize to the winner... Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe was present as the chief Guest and presented the first prize to the winner of the Avurudhu Pola and Carnival Raffle Draw at the Prize Distributing ceremony held on 04th January 2010. The event was held at the Navy Seva Vanitha Office of the Naval Headquarters. The picture shows Commander of the Navy presenting the first prize to the winner. |
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Commander of the Navy wishes all Naval and civilian personnel a happy peaceful and prosperous new year. Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Thisara Samarasinghe wished all the Naval and civilian personnel and their family members a happy new year filled with peace, happiness and prosperity. He met all Directors General and Directors of the Navy in his office in the morning and later attended a function held in view of the dawn of the New Year 2010 at SLNS Parakrama on 01st January 2010. He commended all for their diligence and devotion to duty and thanked them for contributing to make the Navy’s mission a success. More Pictures |
