Three individuals have been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with the murder of Lasantha Wickramasekera, Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113941
President Donald Trump arrived in Malaysia for the ASEAN Summit, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Ibrahim for his role in resolving the Cambodia-Thailand conflict. This marks the beginning of Trump’s first Asia trip during his second term, with Malaysia being the first of three scheduled stops. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113940
Heavy rains have impacted over 29,000 people across 18 districts in the island, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). The adverse weather conditions have persisted for several days, resulting in significant challenges for the affected communities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113939
President Trump announced a 10% increase in tariffs on Canada in response to an ad aired during the World Series. He stated this hike would be “above what they’re paying now,” highlighting ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Canada. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113938
Heavy rainfall is anticipated in parts of the island, particularly in the Northern and North-Central Provinces, as well as Trincomalee and Batticaloa Districts. Showers and thundershowers are expected at various times, according to the Meteorology Department. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113937
China’s Jilin province, bordering North Korea, experienced a magnitude 5.5 earthquake on Saturday, according to the official Xinhua news agency. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113936
Police in Ratmalana fired at a van that refused to stop at a routine checkpoint near Golumadama Junction. The driver was subsequently arrested after a chase ensued. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113935
Sri Lanka excelled at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 in Ranchi, India, winning gold medals in both the Men’s and Women’s 4x100m relay events. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113934
A Gazette notification has been released outlining the regulations for the release of vehicles currently detained by Sri Lanka Customs. Further details can be found in the announcement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113933
Sri Lankan athletes secured three additional medals on the second day of the 4th SAAF South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 in Ranchi, contributing to the country’s overall medal tally. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113932