The Supreme Court will hear petitions on February 9, 2026, challenging the previous government’s outsourcing of e-visa issuance to private companies, asserting violations of fundamental rights. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114909
A magnitude 6 earthquake hit Seram, Indonesia, as reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) on November 20, 2025. Further details were not provided. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114908
The 2026 budget of the Yatiyanthota Pradeshiya Sabha, led by the National People’s Power (NPP), was defeated by four votes. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114906
Foreign nationals in Sri Lanka driving three-wheelers without a valid license will face legal action, as per directives from the Police Headquarters. Instructions have been issued to all police stations to enforce this regulation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114905
The US-Sri Lanka defense agreement is set to be presented in Parliament for the second time, as announced by Deputy Minister of Defence Aruna Jayasekara. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114904
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath has invited Indian filmmakers and investors to explore the country as a key destination for film production, events, and hospitality initiatives. The call aims to enhance collaboration between the two nations in the creative sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114901
A recent survey in Sri Lanka indicates that 25-30% of transgender sex workers are struggling with drug addiction. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114900
A police constable from the Panadura Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau has been arrested for suspected involvement in drug trafficking. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114899
The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has temporarily suspended eight local government councilors for supporting the National People’s Power (NPP) in passing the 2026 budgets. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114898
A vessel with six crew members, suspected of carrying narcotics, was seized by the Sri Lanka Navy and escorted to shore in the southern seas, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114897
