The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to backing Sri Lanka’s reform agenda and long-term growth priorities, signaling renewed support for the country’s reform efforts and economic development. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117388
Rs. 380 million recovered from foreign employment scams has been returned to the victims. A discussion was held today between officers of the Enforcement Division of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment, Arun Hemachandra, on the matter. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117387
There have been 113 fatal road accidents reported so far this year, resulting in 120 deaths, according to Deputy Inspector General of Police W. P. J. Senadeera, who heads the Traffic and Road Safety Range. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117386
The European Union, via President Ursula von der Leyen, expressed full solidarity with Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark, stressing that their sovereignty and territorial integrity are non-negotiable. This underscores EU commitment to these nations’ status and boundaries. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117385
Ratnapura recorded the country’s highest temperature for the second straight day, reaching 34.2°C at the Ratnapura Meteorological Station. The Department of Meteorology confirmed the figure for January 20, 2026, as reported by AdaDerana RSS. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117384
The late Nandana Gunathilake will be laid to rest tomorrow, with burial set after a family decision. The update comes via AdaDerana RSS, dated January 21, 2026, confirming the family’s chosen arrangements. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117383
The Kerala High Court ordered authorities to expedite the repatriation of two Sri Lankan siblings, including a minor, who have been detained in a Kollam transit home for over two years without any criminal charges. The court urged immediate steps to secure their return. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117381
Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) launches a digital fuel card system to streamline fuel provisioning for state-owned vehicles, enhancing efficiency and transparency in fuel distribution. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117380
Cabinet approves proposal to sign a Memorandum of Understanding establishing the Indian Ocean Coastal Alliance. The alliance aims to boost regional cooperation among member states to improve livelihoods of fisheries communities and ensure sustainable management of fisheries resources in the Indian Ocean. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117379
The UN Human Rights Council will convene an emergency session on Iran on Friday, January 23, to address alleged ‘alarming violence’ against protesters, according to a document released Tuesday. Proponents urge international scrutiny of Tehran’s crackdown on demonstrations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117375