Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa conveys warm wishes to Tamil communities for Thai Pongal, highlighting the importance of cultural awareness and respect for nature during the celebration. He encourages a deep understanding of the festival’s spirit. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117168
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, in her Thai Pongal message, congratulates Tamil communities locally and abroad. She emphasizes the festival’s significance in honoring labor and nature’s protection, while calling for a “New Era of Revival” amidst current challenges. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117167
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized national unity and collective reconstruction in his Thai Pongal message, celebrating the festival’s spiritual, cultural, and environmental significance as a time for gratitude, renewal, and future hope. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117166
The Department of Meteorology forecasts a reduction in showery conditions over the island starting today, January 15, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117165
The Trump administration will suspend visa processing for visitors from 75 countries starting January 21, according to a memo from the US State Department, as reported by Fox News on January 15, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117164
US Ambassador Julie Chung made a farewell visit to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees,signifying the end of her tenure in Sri Lanka. The visit took place on January 14, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117163
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have committed to enhancing cultural cooperation through the promotion of religious tourism. They plan to organize joint cultural exhibitions and heritage programs, as announced in an official statement on January 15, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117162
Parliament will convene from January 20 to 23, 2026. This decision was made during a Committee on Parliamentary Business meeting chaired by Deputy Speaker Dr. Rizvie Salih on January 14. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117161
Denmark and Greenland’s foreign ministers will meet U.S. Vice President JD Vance at the White House to discuss Greenland, amid President Trump’s calls for U.S. control over the territory. The high-stakes meeting is scheduled for Wednesday. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117160
Imported milk powder prices will be reduced starting January 16, 2026, according to Trade Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117159