Parliamentary Sub-Committee examined how principal transfers are executed in national and provincial schools, addressing related matters alongside ongoing human resource shortages. The discussion, held at a recent Sub-Committee meeting, focused on transfer implementation and staffing gaps impacting schools. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117305
Sri Lanka earned global recognition in Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards 2026, with Colombo named among the world’s best food cities and Galle in the top 5 honeymoon destinations. The awards underscore Sri Lanka’s growing tourism and hospitality, boosting the country’s international profile. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117303
A special discussion on the exposition of Sacred Buddha relics arriving from India will be held January 21 under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, according to Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117302
A massive factory explosion in northern China killed two people, injured 84, and left eight missing, according to state media. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117301
A foreign-manufactured pistol was discovered in an abandoned water tank inside an apartment complex in the Keselwatta area, according to AdaDerana RSS on January 19, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117300
Chilean President Boric declared a state of catastrophe in two southern regions as wildfires, fueled by extreme heat and strong winds, forced about 20,000 people to evacuate, and left at least 18 dead. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117299
Government pledges global best practices for child and caregiver wellbeing, according to Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savithri Paulraj. She said numerous initiatives are underway to strengthen Early Childhood Development (ECD) and caregiving, signaling a broader push for improved child welfare. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117298
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya left Sri Lanka this morning to attend the 56th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, the PM’s Office said. AdaDerana RSS reported the departure on January 19, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117297
Police arrested a 19-year-old for allegedly aiding and abetting a shooting in the Kaduwela area. A second suspect linked to the January 1, 2026 Nawagamuwa shooting on Menikagara Road has also been arrested, according to Ada Derana RSS (Jan 19, 2026). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117296
A report reveals that more than 1,000 salt containers imported into Sri Lanka have been stranded in Colombo Port warehouses for over six months, due to the expiry of the approved import period, raising concerns about delays and ongoing storage costs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117295