The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has declared that the Hatton route for the Sri Pada pilgrimage is safe after the Mahagiridamba area was restored following a landslide. Pilgrims can now worship without concerns. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116971
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya reported that 65 of 102 legal cases withdrawn between 2019 and 2024 have been re-filed. She emphasized that the government does not protect individuals based on status, as shown by ongoing judicial processes. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116969
The Department of Meteorology reports a deep depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal, located about 160 km east of Batticaloa. It is expected to cross Sri Lanka tomorrow, January 10, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116968
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued Red (Level 3) Landslide Evacuation Warnings for the Udadumbara area in Kandy District and Nildandhahinna and Walapane in Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka, due to unfavorable conditions. Residents are advised to evacuate. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116967
Sri Lanka MP D.V. Chanaka has publicly challenged Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody to debate allegations of corruption related to the coal tender process. The debate can take place on any media platform. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116966
Former Minister Johnston Fernando and his two sons, along with three others, have been further remanded until January 23 by the Wattala Magistrate’s Court following their arrest by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116965
A drug trafficker was sentenced to life in prison by the Colombo High Court for heroin possession and trafficking. The verdict underscores a significant legal stance against drug-related offenses. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116964
India’s trade agreement with the United States has been delayed due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s failure to call President Donald Trump to finalize the negotiations, according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116962
A landfill collapse in the Philippines resulted in one death, injuries to a dozen individuals, and left 38 people missing. An avalanche of garbage and debris buried workers and low-slung buildings at the site, prompting emergency responses. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116961
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced plans to build 20,000 to 25,000 new houses as part of post-disaster reconstruction efforts following the damage from Cyclone Ditwah. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116960