Heavy rainfall is expected today in Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces, as well as in the Polonnaruwa and Hambantota districts, according to the Department of Meteorology. Showers will occur at various times throughout the day. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116158
A 53-year-old man was fatally stabbed on the evening of December 18 in Kotahena, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116157
The U.S. announced an unprecedented $11.1 billion arms package for Taiwan, marking the largest weapons sale to the island amid rising military tensions from China, according to the Trump administration on December 19, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116156
The Irrigation Department has issued a 48-hour flood warning for low-lying areas along the Mahaweli River Basin, following significant rainfall in certain catchment areas since last night. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116155
The Maldivian Coast Guard seized two Sri Lankan fishing vessels near Kelaa in Haa Alifu Atoll, following intelligence received from foreign sources. The operation was carried out by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) on December 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116153
All schools in Central Province will be closed on Friday, December 19, and Monday due to adverse weather conditions, as announced by the Chief Secretary of the Central Province. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116152
Three suspects charged with torturing and setting fire to a wild elephant in Mihinthale have been remanded until December 24 by the Anuradhapura Magistrate’s Court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116151
Sri Lanka Police have noted significant misuse of the 119 emergency hotline, leading to calls for increased public awareness and potential legal action against offenders. Measures are being considered to address this issue more effectively. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116150
The European Union has announced a financial assistance package of €2.35 million for Sri Lanka to support humanitarian efforts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116149
The Colombo High Court ruled that the former Chief Magistrate’s rejection of a private complaint against Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon was unlawful, deeming the decision contrary to legal standards. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116146