Parliament to convene today for first sitting of 2026
Parliament will hold its first session of 2026 today, January 6. This marks the commencement of meetings for the year. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116808
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Ousted Maduro pleads not guilty to US drug charges
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty to US drug charges on January 6, 2026. His capture by President Trump has unsettled global leaders, prompting officials in Caracas to attempt a strategic response. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116807
Heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Heavy rainfall is forecasted for parts of the island today due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance in the Bay of Bengal, which has intensified into a low-pressure area, according to the Department of Meteorology. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116806
Landslide warnings issued to residents of three districts
Residents in three districts have received early landslide warnings due to continuous heavy rains affecting the area. Authorities urge caution as adverse weather conditions persist. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116805
Fuel prices revised
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) has announced a revision of fuel prices, effective from midnight on January 5, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116803
Sri Lanka deeply concerned about developments in Venezuela- MFA
Sri Lanka’s government has expressed deep concern over recent developments in Venezuela and is closely monitoring the situation, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116802
Former Minister Navin Dissanayake appointed Vice Chairman of UNP
Former Minister Navin Dissanayake has been appointed as the Vice Chairman of the United National Party (UNP). This announcement was made on January 6, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116799
US attacks Venezuela- Handcuffed Maduro arrives at New York court on drug trafficking charges
Nicolas Maduro, the ousted leader of Venezuela, arrived in a New York court to face drug trafficking charges. Concurrently, the U.N. was set to discuss the legality of U.S. President Trump’s operation to capture him. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116798