Ada Derana
Fee to be charged for plastic shopping bags from November?
A gazette notification is anticipated to be issued by November 1, requiring traders to charge a fee for plastic shopping bags, prohibiting their free distribution. This decision is currently being communicated to the Supreme Court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113110
Cache of firearms and ammunition uncovered from Kataragama Weheragala Reservoir
Authorities have uncovered a cache of firearms and ammunition at the Kataragama Weheragala Reservoir. The discovery includes 74 T-56 magazines, 35 LMG drums, 5 MPMG drum boxes, and various unidentified magazines. Further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113109
Development officers to be recruited for teaching service Education Min.
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Training has announced plans to recruit development officers assigned to schools for the teaching service. This initiative aims to enhance educational resources and support within the sector. Further details will follow. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113108
No Laugfs Gas price revision in October
Laugfs Gas PLC announced that there will be no price change for domestic gas cylinder refills in October 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113105
USD 1 billion in vehicles imported in 8 months, Aug records highest expenditure
Sri Lanka imported vehicles worth USD 1,007.5 million from January to August 2025, following the lifting of import restrictions. August marked the month with the highest expenditure on vehicles, as reported by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113104
US government shutdown begins as partisan division rules Washington
The U.S. government shutdown commenced due to significant partisan divisions in Congress and the White House, halting many operations and risking thousands of federal jobs in a potentially prolonged standoff over funding. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113103
Case against Keheliya Rambukwella and family fixed for pre-trial conference
The Colombo High Court has scheduled a pre-trial conference for October 15 regarding the Bribery Commission’s case against former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife, and four family members. They are accused of illegally acquiring assets valued over Rs. 97 million. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113102
Philippines quake death toll rises to 69 , official says
The death toll from a 6.9-magnitude earthquake in the central Philippines has increased to 69. Government agencies are now mobilizing efforts to search for survivors and restore essential services like power and water. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113101