Australia’s Department of Home Affairs has revised evidence levels for student visa applications, placing Sri Lanka in the low-risk category. This update, reflected in the PRISMS system, aims to streamline the application process for international students. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113090
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) will implement reduced fuel prices starting at midnight on October 30, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113089
Two suspects were arrested in Panadura’s Hirana area by the Walana Anti-Vice Squad for possessing 3 kg of cocaine, valued at approximately Rs. 150 million, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113088
Chief Prelates from three Buddhist Chapters addressed the President, voicing concerns that proposed amendments banning corporal punishment and promoting LGBTQ tourism could threaten cultural values and lead to severe social repercussions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113087
Sri Lanka Police confirmed that Anura Vidanagamage, known as “Kajja,” was in a vehicle following slain rugby player Wasim Thajudeen moments before his murder. Kajja was recently shot dead with his two children in Middeniya. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113086
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Tourism has denied reports of a specific campaign for LGBTQ+ tourism, stating that future initiatives will align with national tourism priorities and social harmony. They emphasized careful evaluation of any tourism promotions moving forward. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113085
Heavy traffic has been reported in Colombo, particularly on Ward Place, as university students protest and block the road. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113084
Vance warns that the U.S. is heading toward a government shutdown after a White House meeting between President Trump and Democrats yielded minimal progress in avoiding service disruptions starting Wednesday. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113083
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake encouraged the Japanese business community to explore emerging economic opportunities in Sri Lanka, aiming to enhance bilateral trade and investment relations and promote private sector involvement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113082
The Terrorism Investigation Division recovered a bag containing ten hand grenades on Aluthmawatha Road in Modara, according to police reports from September 30, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113081