U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung has commended Sri Lanka as a prime surfing destination, sharing her personal experiences on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). She emphasizes the country’s appeal for surfing enthusiasts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117050
A group led by former Minister Wimal Weerawansa has initiated a continuous Satyagraha outside the Education Ministry, protesting against proposed reforms. The movement includes various civil society representatives. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117047
President Donald Trump has declared himself the “Acting President of Venezuela” following the controversial U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. This announcement comes with significant international implications and controversy. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117046
A 56-year-old Indian national was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for possessing 2,400 illegally imported cigarettes. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117045
A head-on collision between a car and a van in Mundalama, Navadankulama, resulted in three fatalities and several injuries. The incident occurred along the Puttalam-Colombo main road, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117044
China’s Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, arrived at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka for a brief transit visit after his official trip to South Africa. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117042
The generator at the Norochcholai Power Plant, previously shut down for maintenance, has been successfully restored and is now operational again. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117041
Venerable Elle Gunawansa Thero has requested President to reshuffle the Cabinet, specifically advocating for the removal of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya from her role as Minister of Education. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117040
A rights group reports that over 500 people have died from protests in Iran. The Iranian government has warned it may target U.S. military bases if President Trump intensifies threats of intervention to support the protesters. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117039
The postponed 2025 GCE Advanced Level (A’L) examinations are set to resume today, January 12, 2026, after being delayed due to a disaster situation in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117038