Sri Lanka plans to establish a nationally recognized quality infrastructure system that meets international standards, as announced by Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Chrishantha Abeysena. This initiative aims to enhance the country’s quality infrastructure capabilities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113065
Starting October 1, the Western Province will require private bus passengers to obtain travel tickets, as announced by Gamini Jasinghe, Chairman of the Road Passenger Authority. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113064
Madagascar’s president announced the dissolution of his government following widespread protests led by Gen Z over ongoing water and power outages. The demonstrations highlighted the youth’s frustrations with these longstanding issues. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113063
Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa has been remanded until October 14 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, following allegations of offenses under the Public Property Act. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113062
Gold reached a new record above $3,800 due to concerns about a potential US government shutdown, which may influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy ahead of the upcoming interest-rate decision. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113061
Starting today, the National Transport Medical Institute in Nugegoda will issue temporary driver’s licenses during the renewal process, according to an announcement from the Department of Motor Traffic. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113060
Police found the bodies of two males in separate locations in Colombo. Further details are to be released. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113059
The High Commission of India condemned the vandalism of Mahatma Gandhi’s statue at Tavistock Square, London, which occurred just days before the annual Gandhi Jayanti celebrations on October 2. The incident highlights concerns over the safety of cultural symbols. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113055
The Bengaluru Central Crimes Division has arrested three Sri Lankans—Iresh Hasanka, Sugath Sameendu, and Dileep Harshana—for involvement in crimes in Sri Lanka. They had illegally entered India last year. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113054