In 2025, the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) allocated over Rs. 1 billion to support the welfare of Sri Lankan migrant workers and their families. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117109
The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka declared an additional $2 million in humanitarian aid for Cyclone Ditwah victims, raising total U.S. assistance to $4 million. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117105
The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development emphasizes the need for extensive consultations with stakeholders before finalizing the draft for Sri Lanka’s proposed National Electricity Policy. This approach aims to ensure comprehensive input and consensus on the policy. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117104
The Ministry of Education has announced the commencement of online appeals for Grade 6 admissions, based on the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination results, effective January 13, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117103
The case against Ramith Rambukwella, son of ex-Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, regarding allegedly acquiring assets unlawfully, is set for a pre-trial conference on February 11. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117101
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake affirmed that the government will not use the devastation from Cyclone Ditwah as justification to reverse its official programs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117100
The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has initiated a strike at all hospitals in the Eastern Province, affecting medical services. Further developments are anticipated. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117099
The inauguration ceremony for the Rebuilding Sri Lanka national program is taking place at the BMICH in Colombo. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117097
Traffic congestion on the Southern Expressway is resulting from a collision between a lorry and a bus. The incident has caused delays, prompting warnings for motorists to expect longer travel times. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117096
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has directed the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) to conduct its Elective General Assembly by the end of April 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117095