Tamil Nadu’s Public Health Department has enhanced surveillance and preventive measures in districts near Kerala after cases of avian influenza (H1N1) were reported there. This initiative aims to control the spread of the virus and protect public health. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116475
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has initiated an investigation regarding extra firearms issued to former Minister Douglas Devananda, who is currently in custody. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116474
The Small and Medium-Scale Enterprises (SMEs) Association is requesting the government to extend the registration deadline for disaster-affected industries from December 16, 2025, to January 16, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116473
Workers from Kotiyagala Estate donated their one-day salary to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, contributing to national recovery efforts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116472
A 28-year-old man was killed in Medawachchiya when a trap gun accidentally discharged while he was on cultivation land. Police confirmed the incident occurred in the Udumbugalawatta area. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116471
A magnitude 5.8 earthquake occurred near the northern coast of Peru, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The event was reported on December 28, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116470
Legendary Sri Lankan singer Latha Walpola’s final rites will take place on December 31, 2025, at Borella General Cemetery. Prior to the interment, family sources confirmed that final respects will be paid at Independence Square. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116469
A 57-year-old man was killed in a dispute with a neighbor in the Samarugama area of Ayagama, as reported by the police. The incident highlights escalating tensions in the community. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116468
A ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia has been implemented along their border after nearly three weeks of violent clashes, displacing close to one million people. The truce aims to restore peace in the region following the escalation of conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116467
The Government Printing Department of Sri Lanka has released the official holiday calendar for 2026, which features 26 public holidays. This information comes just days before the new year, as announced on December 28, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116465
