Ada Derana
Schoolboy killed, another critically injured en route to big match
A Grade 12 student was killed and another student critically injured when their motorcycle collided with a bus on the Kandy–Digana road near Pallakele Army Camp early this morning. The students were en route to a big match, and police are investigating. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120604
Special committee appointed to monitor and manage drinking water shortage
A special operations committee, appointed by the Chairman and General Manager of Sri Lanka’s National Water Supply and Drainage Board, will monitor and manage the ongoing drinking water shortage. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120603
Former Minister Mahinda Wijesekara passes away
Former Minister Mahinda Wijesekara has passed away following a prolonged illness. The report, published via AdaDerana RSS on April 2, 2026, notes his passing. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120602
Open warrants issued for Shamindra Rajapaksa, Kapila Chandrasena s wife over Airbus bribery case
Colombo Magistrate’s Court issued open arrest warrants for Shamindra Rajapaksa—former SriLankan Airlines board member and son of ex-minister Chamal Rajapaksa—and Priyanka Niyomali Wijenayake, wife of Kapila Chandrasena, in connection with an Airbus bribery case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120601
Gold prices fall as Trump gives no clarity on ending Iran war
Gold prices fell more than 1% after U.S. President Donald Trump offered no clarity on ending the Iran war, snapping a four-day rally. The drop followed reports that the United States would continue the war in Iran over the coming weeks. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120599
Three arrested over illegal vehicle possession and forged documents racket
Three individuals were arrested by the Western Province North Crimes Division on charges of illegal vehicle possession and forged documents, with authorities stating they possessed vehicles without valid registration licenses as part of a broader illicit documents racket. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120598
Iran s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national drive to restore infrastructure
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, called for a comprehensive nationwide drive to restore infrastructure and repair damage caused by unprovoked American-Zionist aggression, according to state broadcaster Press TV. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120597
NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte will visit Washington next week in a long-planned trip, coming amid President Trump’s criticism of European allies over differences on the Iran war and threats to withdraw from the alliance. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=120595