An 84-year-old man allegedly attacked his 79-year-old wife in Agalawatta, resulting in her critical injuries and subsequent death, according to police reports from January 1, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116674
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) collected over Rs. 285 million in fines from various raids conducted throughout 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116673
The Education Ministry will not extend school hours this year due to concerns regarding the impact on schools and transportation systems following recent disasters. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116672
The U.S. has significantly reduced proposed duties on Italian pasta following a preliminary review of alleged anti-dumping activities, as announced by the Italian foreign ministry. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116671
The Department of Meteorology forecasts increased shower activity in Eastern, Northern, and Uva provinces of Sri Lanka in the coming days, attributed to a low-level atmospheric disturbance off the eastern coast. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116670
One person was killed and two others injured in a shooting in the Koratota area of Kaduwela, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116669
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited a temporary shelter for landslide victims at Sri Sudarshanaramaya Temple in Kandy to assess the families’ conditions and review resettlement efforts for those affected by the Ankumbura-Gankotuwa landslide. The visit occurred on January 1, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116668
Laugfs Gas has raised domestic LP Gas refill prices, effective January 1, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116667
The Ministry of Transport in Sri Lanka has launched a new digital payment system for Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses as part of a nationwide initiative to implement innovative digital solutions. This program aims to enhance the efficiency of bus services across the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116666
Prof. Manjula Vithanapathirana, Director General of the National Institute of Education, has temporarily stepped down as she awaits the outcome of an inquiry into a controversial Grade 6 English module. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116665