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
Veteran Sri Lankan journalist and defense columnist Iqbal Athas has died at the age of 81, as reported on January 13, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117094
Outgoing US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat on January 12, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117093
Oil prices rose due to concerns about potential supply disruptions from Iran, countering the potential increase in crude supply from Venezuela. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117092
Deputy Agriculture Minister Namal Karunaratne announced that paddy prices will be increased starting from the upcoming season. This decision aims to benefit farmers and enhance the agricultural sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117090
Ten fishermen from Tamil Nadu were arrested this morning for poaching in Sri Lankan waters. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117089