Police in Ratmalana fired at a van that refused to stop at a routine checkpoint near Golumadama Junction. The driver was subsequently arrested after a chase ensued. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113935
Sri Lanka excelled at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 in Ranchi, India, winning gold medals in both the Men’s and Women’s 4x100m relay events. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113934
A Gazette notification has been released outlining the regulations for the release of vehicles currently detained by Sri Lanka Customs. Further details can be found in the announcement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113933
Sri Lankan athletes secured three additional medals on the second day of the 4th SAAF South Asian Senior Athletics Championships 2025 in Ranchi, contributing to the country’s overall medal tally. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113932
Thailand’s PM is set to visit Malaysia to sign a ceasefire agreement with Cambodia and meet President Trump. However, he will shorten his stay at the ASEAN Summit due to the passing of the Thai Queen Mother, Sirikit. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113931
Saman C. Liyanage, the Deputy Chairman of the Baddegama Pradeshiya Sabha, has been hospitalized after being attacked by unidentified assailants. Further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113930
Sri Lanka has formed a committee of veterinarians to assess the health of two elephants gifted by Thailand, responding to concerns raised by Bangkok regarding their condition. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113929
Lanka Transformers Limited (LTL) appeared before the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) to discuss matters related to the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) on October 25, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113928
The Sri Lanka Naval Ship (SLNS) Samudura set sail on October 24 to rescue the crew of the MV Integrity Star, a distressed merchant vessel suffering a mechanical failure approximately 100 nautical miles south of Sri Lanka. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113926
A nationwide tsunami mock drill, coordinated by the Disaster Management Center (DMC), is set for November 5. Major General (Retd.) Sampath Kotuwegoda announced that preparations are in progress for this exercise, which will encompass the entire island. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113925