Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala announced ongoing investigations into politicians suspected of ties to organized crime, based on information gathered from interrogations of arrested criminals, including Ishara Sewwandi. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114807
The Supreme Court has dismissed a fundamental rights petition against former CBSL Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal, filed by Venerable Thiniyawala Palitha Thero, without hearing the case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114806
Saudi Crown Prince’s upcoming visit to the U.S. aims to strengthen cooperation in oil and security, while also expanding commercial and technological ties, including discussions on defense, artificial intelligence, and nuclear energy with President Trump. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114805
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a Rs. 7,000 allowance for police officers, as announced by Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114803
Two parcels, each weighing around 100 kilograms, of suspected narcotics were recovered in a joint operation by the Western Province North Police Crime Division and the Sri Lanka Navy off Beruwala at sea on November 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114802
The Supreme Court has postponed its verdict on petitions from 148 Chief Inspectors of Police, who allege injustices in the 2019 promotion process to Assistant Superintendent of Police due to irregularities in interview marking. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114801
The government will implement the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act starting December 1, 2025, according to an announcement made on November 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114800
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Ministry addressed SJB MP Dr. Harsha de Silva’s concerns about outdated government websites, acknowledging that the issues arise from obsolete technology. The Ministry clarified plans to overhaul these sites to improve functionality and accessibility. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114799
A married couple was swept away by flash floods in the Kandepuhulpola area of Boralanda, Welimada. Authorities have recovered one body, and further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114798
Police in Bentota recovered a parcel with approximately 20 to 25 kilograms of suspected narcotics washed ashore on the beach. The incident occurred this morning, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114797