A recent island-wide police operation arrested 597 individuals for suspected criminal activities, including illicit liquor and drug offenses. The operation involved inspections of nearly 30,000 individuals and aimed to address rising crime rates. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116386
On Christmas Day, inmates in all island prisons have been granted special visiting access, allowing them to meet with visitors, as announced by prison authorities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116384
A tragic accident in Chitradurga, Karnataka, India, has left at least 17 people feared dead after a private sleeper coach bus caught fire following a collision with a lorry on National Highway-48. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116382
A T-56 assault rifle and 27 rounds of ammunition were discovered on a plot of land in 60-Watta, Grandpass, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116380
The Police Narcotics Bureau has secured seven-day detention orders for suspects arrested on a fishing vessel off Sri Lanka’s southern coast, where a significant narcotics haul was found by Navy officers. The investigation continues as authorities seek further details. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116379
Authorities will rigorously enforce laws against individuals breaching environmental regulations, as confirmed by police. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116378
Tropical Cyclone Grant, a category one system, is expected to pass near a remote group of islands off the West Australian coast on Christmas Day. The cyclone is anticipated to have minimal impact as it travels just north of these islands. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116377
In his Christmas message, Pope Leo emphasizes the importance of kindness towards the poor and strangers, urging Christians to remember their duty to assist those in need during the holiday season. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116375
In her Christmas Day message, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the importance of unity, love, and compassion among citizens. She urged everyone to renew their commitment to work together towards achieving a shared vision for a better future. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116374
Bethlehem is celebrating its first Christmas in three years, with festivities resuming in the West Bank amid a fragile truce in Gaza. Many people there are facing winter in makeshift tents and urgently need basic assistance. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116373