The Colombo High Court has scheduled a bribery case against former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne and two others to be heard in January 2026, following a complaint from the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115870
An Amber advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Kalutara, Ratnapura, Galle, and Matara Districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115868
Landslide red warnings have been issued to 37 divisional secretariats across four districts due to recent heavy rainfall. The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has inspected 494 landslide-prone sites in response to the situation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115866
The Commissioner General of Examinations, Indika Kumari Liyanage, confirmed that recent floods and landslides did not damage any GCE Advanced Level examination answer sheets. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115865
US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker has officially arrived in Sri Lanka for a visit, as reported by AdaDerana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115864
The Ministry of Education has enhanced the E-Thaksalawa digital learning platform to improve access, addressing challenges students face due to Cyclone Ditwah. This initiative aims to support continued education despite disruptions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115863
An Excise officer from the Narcotics Unit was arrested by CIABOC for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs. 2 million. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115861
The U.S. may require foreign tourists from various countries, including the UK, to submit a five-year social media history as part of their entry process, according to a new proposal by American officials. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115860
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the importance of accurate data for successful post-disaster recovery. She advocated for a structured mechanism that involves public participation to enhance efficient data collection. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115859
President Donald Trump has introduced a program allowing wealthy foreigners to obtain fast-tracked US immigration visas by investing at least $1 million (£750,000) in the country. This new initiative aims to attract affluent individuals to the United States. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115857