Five suspects, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the Jinthupitiya shooting on January 16, 2026, which left one person dead and injured two young children. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117343
Sri Lankan health authorities report a rise in several viral infections linked to current cold weather. Health experts say cooler conditions are contributing to increased transmission, with more cases seen across the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117342
Heavy snow in Michigan caused a 100-vehicle crash, stranding drivers on snow-blanketed roads. Law enforcement said crews were working to clear the roadway and manage the scene in the northern state. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117341
Sri Lanka Police have launched a new, streamlined system in 2026 enabling the public to directly report illicit drug distribution to Divisional Officers-in-Charge (OICs) using dedicated contact numbers, supporting nationwide, systematic anti-narcotics operations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117340
Minister Bimal says a last-minute revision to the Grade 6 English language module under the new education reforms was implemented without proper methodology, raising concerns about the revision’s haste, planning, and impact on quality and implementation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117339
A suspect was arrested under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act in Ibbagamuwa, found with Rs. 283,300,000 in cash and two vehicles suspected to be illegally acquired. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117338
Donald Trump says he will 100% follow through on his threat to impose tariffs on European nations opposing his demand to take control of Greenland. The European Union pledges to defend its interests. The report notes increasing tensions between the U.S. and Europe over Greenland’s strategic control. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117337
According to the Department of Meteorology, mostly dry weather will prevail across most parts of the island today, the 20th. No significant rainfall is expected. The report was published via AdaDerana RSS on January 20, 2026, at 11:30 AM. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117336
The IMF revised its forecast for India’s GDP growth in the current financial year (April 2025–March 2026) upward to 7.3% from 6.6%, signaling stronger economic momentum. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117334
