The Artemis mission is approaching the lunar loop for its first flyby since 1972. Astronauts entered the final prep phase on April 5, marking a tipping point when the Moon’s gravity begins to dominate the spacecraft over Earth’s. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120785
The head of intelligence for Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was killed in an attack targeting him, Iranian state media reported. The incident occurred on Monday, April 6, 2026, with AdaDerana carrying the report. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120784
Sri Lanka’s Department of Meteorology predicts normal rainfall by May or June, per Director General Athula Karunanayake. The forecast suggests the usual rainfall pattern will return later in the season. Source: AdaDerana, April 6, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120783
Iranian media, via Fars News Agency (affiliated with the IRGC), reported that 15 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the previous 24 hours, with Iran’s permission. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120781
Iran and the United States have received a plan to end hostilities and implement an immediate ceasefire, potentially taking effect on Monday and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, according to a source familiar with the proposals. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120780
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said converting New Year transactions to QR payments could be a turning point, urging officials to provide the necessary impetus for society to adopt more efficient practices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120779
On April 6, 2026, a Sri Lankan passenger was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport by the Customs Narcotics Control Division for smuggling over 11 kg of Kush cannabis, valued at approximately Rs 113.4 million. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120778
The All-Island Canteen and Restaurant Owners Association announced price increases of Rs. 20 for rice and curry packets, fried rice, and Kottu, effective from midnight today, in response to rising domestic LP gas prices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120776
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced a 12-hour water outage in Pelanwatta and nearby areas. Supply will be suspended from 8:00 p.m. today (April 6) to 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (April 7) as part of drought-related water management measures. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120775
Oil prices rose to around $110 per barrel (about £83.38) after President Donald Trump’s latest threats against Iran in a social-media post. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120774