Swiss disaster relief aircraft arrives in Sri Lanka
A Swiss disaster relief aircraft landed at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka on December 6, 2025, delivering essential aid. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115655
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Police issue safety advisory for pilgrims visiting Sri Pada
The Police Headquarters has released a safety advisory for pilgrims visiting Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) due to concerns about geo-instability on a key access route. Visitors are urged to exercise caution while traveling to ensure their safety. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115654
Approval of local and foreign no-pay leave for public officials suspended
The Ministry of Public Administration has suspended the approval of local and foreign no-pay leave for all public sector officials effective immediately. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115653
Sweden wants to strip organised crime leaders of citizenship
The Swedish government proposed constitutional changes to revoke the citizenship of certain organized crime leaders, aiming to strengthen efforts against widespread organized crime. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115651
Rehan Jayawickreme resigns from SJB
Rehan Jayawickreme, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) organizer for Weligama and former mayor, has resigned from the party. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115650
UK increases humanitarian aid to £1M for Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah
The UK is enhancing its humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka, raising its support to £1 million ($1.32 million) in response to Cyclone Ditwah, according to the British High Commission in Colombo. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115649
Sri Lanka s death toll from Cyclone Ditwah crosses 600
Sri Lanka’s death toll from Cyclone Ditwah and related adverse weather has reached 607, according to the Disaster Management Center. This tragic loss of life affects all 25 districts across the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115648
Deadline extended for filing income tax returns after Cyclone impact
The Inland Revenue Department in Sri Lanka has extended the income tax return filing deadline for the assessment year 2024-2025 to December 31, 2025, due to disruptions caused by Cyclonic Storm Ditwah and adverse weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115647
Five injured after lorry collides with two cars on Marine Drive
Five people were injured and hospitalized after a lorry collided with two cars on Marine Drive in Bambalapitiya at approximately 2:30 AM today, December 6, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115646
Navy seizes over 70 kg of narcotics from abandoned boat in Kalpitiya
The Sri Lanka Navy captured over 70 kg of narcotics from an abandoned boat off Kalpitiya coast. The seizure included 63.5 kg of crystal methamphetamine and 14.5 kg of heroin, found concealed in fertilizer sacks during an operation on December 5, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115645