The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the signing of Memoranda of Understanding between various Sri Lankan universities and their foreign counterparts, facilitating collaboration and partnerships in academic initiatives. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116058
Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved the country’s co-hosting of the 2026 Asian Regional Debt Management Conference. This decision reflects Sri Lanka’s commitment to discussing and managing regional debt issues. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116057
All schools in Uva Province will reopen on December 29, according to Secretary to the Ministry of Education, Nalaka Kaluwewe. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116056
CHEC Port City Colombo has donated Rs. 10 million to support Sri Lanka’s recovery from Cyclone Ditwah, offering both financial aid and on-ground assistance to aid the nation in overcoming the disaster’s aftermath. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116054
A 46-year-old man was fatally attacked with an axe by his wife in the Valaichchenai-Vahaneri area. He sustained severe injuries and died at the scene, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116053
The Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, discussed global support for the country’s recovery during meetings with foreign envoys, including a courtesy visit from Kazakhstan’s Ambassador, Sergey Viktorov, at Temple Trees. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116052
Over 2.2 million tourists have visited the country this year, indicating a strong influx of visitors, as reported on December 16, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116051
The death toll from floods in Bolivia’s Santa Cruz region has reached 20, with at least two dozen people reported missing. Rescue teams are continuing to reach inaccessible areas, and officials anticipate the number of casualties may increase, according to Deputy Civil Defense Minister Alfredo Troche. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116050
A Police Sergeant has been suspended for allegedly having close contact with Nanda Kumar Thakshee, a female suspect detained for 90 days in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, known as Ganemulla Sanjeewa, at the Aluthkade court complex. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116048
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has started special inspections of schools in Central Province at risk of landslides, prompted by adverse weather conditions from Cyclone Ditwah. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116047