2,183 complaints related to violence against women lodged since Nov. 2024
Since November 2024, the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs reported 2,183 complaints of violence against women. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114781
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ADB board approves landmark charter amendment to boost lending capacity
The Asian Development Bank’s Board of Governors has approved a significant charter amendment, eliminating the lending cap. This change will allow a 50% increase in annual lending, raising it to over $36 billion. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114780
Police clarify video footage showing removal of Buddha statue from temple premises in Trincomalee
Sri Lanka Police addressed video footage linked to unrest over the removal of a Buddha statue from the Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya in Trincomalee. They provided clarification on the incident, which has sparked controversy in the area. Further details are available via the linked sources. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114779
Ministers hold discussion to address issues faced by big onion farmers
Ministers met with local big onion farmers at the Presidential Secretariat on November 17, 2025, to discuss challenges faced by the farmers and to create a structured plan for support and improvement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114777
Bangladesh s tribunal sentences ex-home minister Kamal to death for crimes against humanity
Former Bangladesh home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal was sentenced to death in absentia by a tribunal for crimes against humanity related to the previous year’s student uprising. The ruling links back to the government of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114776
Govt signs agreement to secure US$ 300 million loan from ADB
The government signed agreements to secure a US$ 300 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on November 17, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114775
Ex-Minister Mervyn Silva pleads not guilty to bribery charges
Former Minister Mervyn Silva pleaded not guilty to bribery charges in Colombo High Court today. The Bribery Commission accused him of unlawfully acquiring assets during his time in office. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114774
Sheikh Hasina calls court verdict biased and politically motivated
Sheikh Hasina, the ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh, criticized the International Crimes Tribunal’s death sentence as “biased” and “politically motivated,” claiming it was issued by a “rigged tribunal” lacking democratic legitimacy. This response was her first regarding the court’s decision. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114773
GMOA calls for emergency executive committee meeting to discuss future course of action
The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) announced an emergency Executive Committee and Central Committee meeting to discuss future actions following discussions with the President. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114772
NPP defeated in Hakmana cooperative society election
The common opposition won the election for the Hakmana Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society, successfully appointing a new Board of Directors and General Assembly representatives, marking a defeat for the NPP. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114771