Two arrested at BIA with 21kg of Kush cannabis
A couple was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle over 21kg of Kush cannabis on December 7, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115693
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Two US Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft in Sri Lanka to support ongoing Cyclone Ditwah response
Two U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft have been deployed to Sri Lanka by the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command to assist in the response to Cyclone Ditwah. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115692
Over 4,500 houses destroyed in recent disaster, DMC confirms
The Disaster Management Centre reports that 4,517 houses have been destroyed nationwide due to recent landslides and floods. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115691
US envoy Kellogg says Ukraine peace deal is really close
U.S. President Trump’s outgoing Ukraine envoy, Kellogg, stated that a peace deal to end the Ukraine war is “really close.” The agreement hinges on resolving two key issues: the status of the Donbas region and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115690
Aadaraya programme launched to provide essential school items to children affected by Cyclone Ditwah
The “Aadaraya” programme has been launched in Hambantota to provide essential school items, including books, to children affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The initiative aims to support and assist those impacted by the disaster. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115689
Govt initiates measures to prepare Anuradhapura farmers for Maha season
The government, under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s directive, is implementing measures to assist Anuradhapura farmers whose paddy crops were damaged by floods, enabling them to re-cultivate in the upcoming Maha season. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115688
Sergeant injured after accidental discharge of firearm inside Malabe Police Station
A police sergeant was injured due to an accidental firearm discharge at the Malabe Police Station. The incident highlights safety concerns regarding firearm handling within law enforcement facilities. Further details are expected to emerge. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115687
Sri Lanka s official reserve assets decrease further in November
Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets fell by 2.9% in November 2025, totaling US$ 6.033 billion, down from US$ 6.216 billion in October 2025, as reported by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115686
Sri Lanka s death toll from adverse weather climbs to 627
Sri Lanka’s death toll from recent adverse weather conditions has risen to 627, according to the Disaster Management Center (DMC). The country has been facing severe weather over the past few days, leading to this tragic increase in fatalities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115685
Special buses for KandyColombo train passengers using season tickets from tomorrow
The National Transport Commission (NTC) will provide special buses starting tomorrow (December 8) for train passengers using season tickets traveling from Kandy to Colombo. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115684