Peru’s President Jose Jeri has declared a 30-day state of emergency in Lima and Callao to address escalating crime rates. This measure aims to enhance security and combat the rising incidents of crime in these areas. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113808
The Supreme Court has annulled the gold medal presented by Peradeniya University for the best student in the Faculty of Engineering in 2015, specifically the “Professor E.O.E. Pereira” award. The ruling impacts the university’s decision on this academic recognition. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113807
Train services on Sri Lanka’s up-country line will remain disrupted today, October 22, as announced by Sri Lanka Railways. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113806
The planned summit between U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin is postponed following Russia’s refusal to agree to an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, complicating diplomatic negotiations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113805
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has released a gazette notifying the maximum retail prices for imported rice, which will take effect on October 21, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113804
Heavy rains and strong winds are forecast for various parts of the island today. A low-pressure area near northern Sri Lanka is expected to intensify and develop into a Depression over northern Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh by this evening, according to the Meteorology Department. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113803
Sri Lanka and Belize have officially established diplomatic relations as of October 21, 2025, following the signing of an agreement between the two governments. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113802
Parliament passed a new pricing formula for pharmaceutical drugs on October 21, 2025. This legislation aims to regulate drug costs, ensuring fair pricing in the pharmaceutical sector. For further details, visit the provided link. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113801
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the arrest of drug traffickers Sehan Sathsara (“Dehi Bale Malli”) and his brother Thushan Nethsara (“Kalu Malli”), who are allegedly hiding abroad while running drug operations in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113800
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has begun a five-year prison sentence for conspiring to obtain campaign funds from Libya. His incarceration marks a significant decline for the leader who held office from 2007 to 2012, as he arrived at La Sante prison in Paris. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113799