Former Minister Douglas Devananda, leader of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). Further details are yet to be revealed. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116429
A shooting victim from the recent incident near Kohuwala Junction in Nugegoda has died from his injuries. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116428
A bomb scare prompted a special search operation at the Kandy District Secretariat on December 26, 2025. Police confirmed that no explosives were found during the investigation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116427
The Meteorology Department warns of heavy rain across several provinces starting December 29 due to an active easterly wave. Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces are likely to experience intensified rainy conditions in the coming days. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116426
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been convicted by a court for abuse of power and money laundering related to a multi-billion-dollar state funds scandal. This marks his second significant trial in connection with the case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116425
The Officer-in-Charge of the Crimes Division at Gampaha Police Station has been remanded until January 6 due to alleged bribery charges, as ordered by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116424
A woman has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a showroom manager in Ambalangoda. The arrest follows joint investigations by the Police Special Task Force and the Galle District Crimes Division, which have uncovered more details about the incident. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116423
The election for a new Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha has been postponed again, marking the second delay in a process fraught with controversy. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116422
Three Sri Lankan nationals were arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle goods worth Rs. 8.6 million into the country during a special operation by Customs officers on December 26, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116421
Seven youths were arrested by the Panadura North Police for participating in illegal motorcycle racing that involved monetary betting. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116420