Sri Lanka s economy expands by 5.4% in Q3 2025
Sri Lanka’s economy grew by 5.4% in the third quarter of 2025, as reported by the Department of Census and Statistics. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116017
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Dammika Ranatunga granted bail, CIABOC informs court Arjuna Ranatunga will be arrested
Dammika Ranatunga, former Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, has been granted bail after his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. Meanwhile, the court has been informed that Arjuna Ranatunga will also face arrest. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116016
Two stabbed at entertainment complex in Japan, suspect arrested
A man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing two individuals at an entertainment complex in Fukuoka, Japan, where the pop group HKT48 was located. The victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116013
Regions under level one and level two warnings are also susceptible to landslides – NBRO
Regions with level one and two warnings are at risk for landslides, according to NBRO. Landslides are triggered by various factors including rainfall, earthquakes, and volcanic activity. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116012
Vessel carrying humanitarian aid donated by Pakistan government arrives at Colombo Harbour
A vessel carrying humanitarian aid from the Government of Pakistan has arrived at Colombo Harbour, aimed at supporting disaster-affected individuals. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116011
Brake defect in ex-Speaker Asoka Ranwala s vehicle detected during inspection Police
A brake defect has been found in the vehicle of former Speaker Asoka Ranwala, which was involved in an accident in Sapugaskanda on December 11, 2025, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116009
Annual budget of Galle MC presented by NPP defeated
The Galle Municipal Council’s annual budget, presented by the National People’s Power (NPP), was defeated by a majority vote on December 15, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116008
Nearly 1,000 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids
Nearly 1,000 individuals were arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids yesterday, part of the “Nation United – National Drive” initiative aimed at eradicating narcotics in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116007
Former CPC Chairman Dhammika Ranatunga arrested
Former Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Chairman, Dhammika Ranatunga, has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116006