Minor flood warnings have been issued for low-lying areas in the upper and middle reaches of the Gin Ganga and Nilwala river basins due to ongoing heavy rainfall, according to the Irrigation Department. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114974
Boats are being deployed to support A’L exam candidates affected by floods in Galle and Matara. The Commissioner General of Examinations has announced measures to ensure transportation for students sitting for the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level examination following heavy rains that caused significant flooding in the districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114973
During a surprisingly cordial meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump praised New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. The two exchanged compliments and committed to working together on addressing crime and affordability in the city, marking a shift from their previous months of insults. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114972
The Meteorology Department forecasts heavy showers exceeding 100 mm in certain areas of the island. Showery weather conditions are expected to intensify in the coming days. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114971
Sri Lanka and Pakistan have affirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral collaboration. This agreement was made during a meeting between Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Sri Lankan Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra at the 4th EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum in Brussels on November 21, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114970
India and Sri Lanka conducted the 11th Army-to-Army Staff Talks in Bodhgaya, focusing on enhancing military interoperability and strengthening their defense partnership. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114969
Gunmen have kidnapped 52 students from a Catholic school in northern Nigeria, marking the country’s second mass school abduction this week amid ongoing conflict. Authorities are investigating the incident, which raises concerns about the safety of educational institutions in the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114968
The National Police Commission has announced the immediate transfer of 25 police inspectors, including several Officers-in-Charge (OICs) from police stations and divisions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114967
Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arun Hemachandra, held bilateral talks with Kaja Kallas, the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, in Brussels. The meeting focused on enhancing diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and the EU. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114966
Landslide warnings for seven districts have been extended due to ongoing heavy rainfall. Authorities emphasize the importance of caution in affected areas. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114965