Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to five years in prison for abuse of power, obstructing justice, and document forgery related to his unsuccessful attempt to impose martial law in 2024. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117207
Canada and China are establishing a new strategic partnership, which Prime Minister Mark Carney described as generating “historic” gains by capitalizing on mutual strengths. The announcement was made during a meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117206
Two members of notorious criminal gangs, wanted for multiple homicides, were returned to Sri Lanka from Dubai on January 16, 2026. A female suspect was also brought back with them. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117205
A 77-year-old female Buddhist monk has died from injuries sustained in a bus accident while crossing the road at the Minnana junction on the Avissawella-Ratnapura road. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117204
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has initiated a special program to meet the national tourism targets for the year. The program aims to enhance tourism development and achieve the set goals effectively. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117203
A sharp-weapon attack in Ahangama’s Tittagalla area resulted in one death of a woman and injuries to another. Further details about the incident are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117202
The IMF confirmed that Sri Lanka’s electricity pricing policy, aimed at cost recovery, remains unchanged under its supported program, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining this objective in the utility sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117201
The All-Island Restaurant Owners Association announced a Rs. 10 reduction in the price of a cup of milk tea, effective January 16, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117200
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake inaugurated the 20 MW Windscape Mannar wind power plant on January 15, 2026. This project, built by CEYLEX Renewables, supports the government’s goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, having been officially connected to the national grid. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117197
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize to U.S. President Donald Trump, a gesture that may influence his approach to Venezuela’s political situation during their recent meeting. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117196