The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) announced that their trade union action will persist today, November 18, 2025, due to the lack of a satisfactory resolution to the issues they’ve raised. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114795
The Baddegama Police recovered a motorcycle believed to be involved in a shooting incident near a restaurant at the Kiralagahawela junction in Meetiyagoda on November 17. Further details on the incident are yet to be released. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114793
The UN Security Council approved a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Trump’s Gaza peace plan and permitting an international stabilization force in the region. The vote took place on November 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114792
The BBC plans to contest any defamation claim from U.S. President Donald Trump, asserting there is no basis for such a case regarding the editing of one of his speeches, according to the organization’s chair. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114791
Heavy rainfall is forecasted for parts of the island due to a persistent low-pressure area, according to the Department of Meteorology. Cloudy skies are also anticipated across most regions today, November 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114790
Early landslide warnings have been issued to residents in eight districts due to continuous rains affecting the region. Authorities advise caution to ensure safety amidst the adverse weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114789
The owner of a digital printing shop in Mount Lavinia was arrested by the Central Crime Investigation Bureau for producing stickers used in drug packaging. He has been remanded in custody until tomorrow, along with the printing machines involved. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114787
A woman was injured in a shooting incident in Meetiyagoda, according to police reports. The event raises concerns about local safety. Further details were shared via AdaDerana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114786
The Chief Prelate of the Amarapura Maha Nikaya, Venerable Karagoda Uyangoda Maithri Murthy Thero, has contacted the President regarding the police’s removal of a Buddha statue from a temple in Trincomalee. The incident has prompted a formal statement from the religious leadership. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114785
The National Investigation Agency has arrested Jasir Bilal Wani in Srinagar, identified as an “active co-conspirator” of suicide bomber Umar un Nabi. This arrest is related to the recent car blast near the Red Fort that resulted in 13 fatalities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114783