In October, Sri Lanka welcomed 35,090 Indian tourists, maintaining India’s prominence in visitor arrivals, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113952
Another suspect connected to the murder of Weligama PS Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara has been arrested in Galle by the Weligama Police. This individual is believed to have aided in the crime. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113951
The ferry service between Nagapattinam, India, and Kankesanthurai, Sri Lanka, is temporarily suspended due to the northeast monsoon. Operations are expected to resume in December. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113949
India and China are resuming direct flights on October 26, 2025, after a five-year halt. This resumption is significant for trade and symbolizes a cautious improvement in relations between the two Asian giants. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113948
In a special police operation conducted island-wide on October 25, nearly 28,000 individuals were inspected. The operation resulted in 743 arrests related to criminal activities, including illicit liquor and drug offenses. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113947
Sri Lanka Police are asking for public assistance to apprehend a suspect linked to the murder of Lasantha Wickramasekera, the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman. Efforts are ongoing to gather information and leads in the case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113946
Police have discovered a cache of live ammunition for T-56 assault rifles, including two magazines, in the Wahamalgollewa area of Medawachchiya. The recovery took place on October 26, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113945
Thai and Cambodian leaders signed a new ceasefire agreement on Sunday, with U.S. President Donald Trump present. This enhanced deal follows Trump’s efforts in July to help resolve their five-day border conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113944
Sri Lanka is leading South Asia in AI job growth and ranks second in ChatGPT usage, as reported by the World Bank. While the country shows strong growth in AI-related employment, there are concerns about potential job displacement resulting from this technological advancement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113942
Three individuals have been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with the murder of Lasantha Wickramasekera, Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113941
