In 2025, Sri Lanka has welcomed over 2 million tourists, marking a significant milestone for the country’s tourism sector. This surge highlights the growing popularity and recovery of Sri Lanka as a travel destination. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114766
Anura Walpola, the former Chairman of the Geological Survey Mines Bureau, was granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court following his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption on November 17, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114765
A Dhaka tribunal has convicted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of crimes against humanity for her violent response to student-led protests last year, stating she deserves the maximum punishment. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114764
Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, along with his son Ramith and daughter, has been indicted in three cases by the Colombo High Court. The cases were filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114762
A councillor from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) was arrested by Badulla Galauda Police in Pallewatte for possessing 86 grams of cannabis. The incident involves a member of the Kandaketiya Pradeshiya Sabha. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114761
A tragic collision in Saudi Arabia on Monday involved a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims, which crashed into a diesel tanker, resulting in at least 35 fatalities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114760
GMOA representatives began a trade union action on November 17 and met with the President at the Presidential Secretariat to discuss their demands. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114759
Anura Walpola, the former Chairman of the Geological Survey Mines Bureau (GSMB), was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) on November 17, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114758
Former Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakse has arrived at the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for questioning. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114757
The Committee Stage Debate for the 2026 Appropriation Bill, known as the 80th Budget Speech, began today (November 17) under the Speaker’s chairmanship. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114756