Nallur PS member arrested with stock of Kerala cannabis
A Nallur Pradeshiya Sabha member was arrested in Jaffna’s Chemmani area for possessing a stock of Kerala cannabis. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116559
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Former Minister Johnston Fernando s son arrested
Johan Fernando, son of former Minister Johnston Fernando, has been arrested today by the Financial Crimes Investigation Department (FCID), according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116558
Flood damage assessment to major and medium-sized rivers to begin next month
The Department of Irrigation will initiate a thorough assessment next month of flood damage to major and medium-sized rivers, river basins, tanks, and anicuts across Sri Lanka, following significant rainfall. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116557
Rajarata University lecturers launch strike
Lecturers at Rajarata University have initiated a strike, halting all duties as of December 30, 2025. Further details regarding the reasons for the strike and its implications are yet to be disclosed. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116555
Galle MC meeting adjourned following heated opposition protests
The Galle Municipal Council’s special general meeting was adjourned today due to heated protests from opposing factions, creating a tense atmosphere. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116554
IMF delegation to visit Sri Lanka in first half of next year
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation is set to visit Sri Lanka in the first half of next year, aiming to address economic matters, as reported by AdaDerana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116550
China fires rockets towards Taiwan in war games simulating blockade
China conducted extensive war games by firing rockets towards Taiwan, simulating a blockade. This military exercise involved new amphibious assault ships, bomber aircraft, and warships encircling the island, marking the second day of these significant operations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116549
Sri Lanka s Parliament passed 26 bills in 2025
In 2025, Sri Lanka’s Parliament passed 26 Government Bills during the first session of the Tenth Parliament, as reported by the Department of Communication. This legislative activity spanned from January 1 to December 31, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116548
4 dead, 9 injured after bus hits pedestrians in Mumbai s Bhandup
A BEST bus struck pedestrians in Bhandup, Mumbai, on Monday night, resulting in four fatalities and nine injuries. The accident occurred around 10 PM, according to officials. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116547
NDDCB reports uptick in Ice users in Sri Lanka; Over 60,000 addicts arrested in first 10 months of 2025
The National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) reports an increase in crystal methamphetamine (Ice) use in Sri Lanka, with over 60,000 addicts arrested in the first ten months of 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116546