Trump says he will meet with Venezuela s Machado next week
President Donald Trump announced that he will meet with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado next week in Washington. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116951
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Deep depression changes direction; Rainfall risk in Central Highlands reduced
The National Building Research Organization reports a change in the direction of a deep depression in the Bay of Bengal, which affects rainfall risk in the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka. Current forecasts from the Department of Meteorology indicate reduced rainfall potential in the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116950
Deep depression in Bay of Bengal moves closer to Sri Lanka
A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal, located 170 km east of Batticaloa, is likely to move northwest towards the Sri Lankan coast between Pottuvil and Trincomalee by the evening of January 9, 2026, according to the Department of Meteorology. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116949
Internet and phones cut in Iran as protesters heed exiled prince s call for mass demonstration
Iran’s government disrupted internet and international phone services following a call from the exiled crown prince for mass protests. Citizens responded by demonstrating from their windows and taking to the streets. The unrest reflects escalating tensions within the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116948
Schools in landslide-prone areas of Badulla District to close early today
Schools in the Badulla District, particularly in landslide-prone areas, are ordered to close early today by 11:00 a.m. due to safety concerns. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116947
Main suspect in Waikkala illicit liquor incident detained
The main suspect linked to the Waikkala illicit liquor incident, which resulted in six deaths due to poisoning, has been detained for two days. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116945
Highest rainfall recorded from Ampara during the past 24 hours
Ampara recorded the highest rainfall in the past 24 hours, measuring 38 millimeters, according to Engineer L. S. Sooriyabandara, Director of Irrigation (Hydrology and Disaster Management), reported on January 9, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116944
Venezuelan government begins releasing political prisoners
The Venezuelan government has started to release political prisoners, as recognized by human rights groups, calling it a goodwill gesture. This action marks a significant move towards addressing human rights concerns in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116943
US Senate votes to curb military action in Venezuela, Trump says oversight could last years
The U.S. Senate voted to restrict President Trump’s military actions in Venezuela without congressional approval. Trump indicated that oversight of Venezuela may persist for several years. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116942
Deep depression in Bay of Bengal likely to intensify further
A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal, located southeast of Sri Lanka, is expected to intensify and move northwest towards the coast between Pottuvil and Trincomalee later today, January 9, 2026, according to the Department of Meteorology. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116941