The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has canceled all equity transactions executed today before the market halt due to irregular pricing. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116886
A low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression, located near latitude 4.9°N and longitude 87.4°E, approximately 700 km southeast of Pottuvil, according to the Department of Meteorology on January 7, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116885
Sri Lanka and the European Union have signed an EUR 8 million grant agreement to initiate the AgriGreen Initiative, promoting green economic growth through sustainable agricultural practices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116884
A youth was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for carrying Kush cannabis worth Rs. 70 million. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116883
The USD’LKR spot rate has exceeded Rs. 310 for the first time since February 29, 2024, as announced by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka on January 7, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116882
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has remanded Nanda Kumar Thakshee and another individual until January 9 for allegedly aiding and sheltering Ishara Sewwandi, the main suspect in the murder of Ganemulla Sanjeewa, an underworld figure. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116881
A seaplane preparing to land crashed into Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya around 12:30 p.m. on January 7, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116879
Vehicular movement on Somawathiya-Sungavila Road has been suspended since 8:30 a.m. today due to severe flooding from the overflow of the Mahaweli River, according to the Pulasthipura Police. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116878
Opposition MPs have started signing a no-confidence motion against Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. The initiative indicates growing discontent among opposition members regarding the minister’s performance. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116877