Sri Lanka’s computer literacy rate rose to 38.4% in the first half of 2025, according to the latest survey by the Department of Census and Statistics. The report, shared via AdaDerana RSS, indicates continued growth in digital proficiency across the population. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117282
Several sections of the Northern Railway Line will be temporarily closed starting January 19, 2026 for renovation and maintenance work. The closures aim to upgrade infrastructure; passengers should monitor alerts for revised schedules and alternative travel arrangements. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117280
Police say a man was hacked to death after a dispute over pigeons in Meegahawatta, Peliyagoda, this afternoon on January 18. The incident was reported by Ada Derana RSS. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117277
Ground frost has been reported across several areas of Nuwara Eliya following a sharp temperature drop, affecting a broad range of vegetation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117276
A court fined three private pharmacy owners a total of Rs. 950,000 for operating in violation of National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) regulations. The penalties reflect enforcement against regulatory breaches in the pharmaceutical sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117274
Authorities say 882 individuals were arrested in island-wide raids conducted yesterday (the 17th) under the ‘Nation United – National Drive’ campaign to eradicate narcotics nationwide. The operation targeted drug trafficking and distribution, aiming to stamp out illegal narcotics across the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117273