Sri Lanka has identified the synthetic stimulant drug Mephedrone for the first time, according to Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police Kithsiri Jayalath. This discovery marks a significant concern regarding drug safety in the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113035
A stampede at a TVK event in Karur, India, resulted in 41 fatalities. Following this incident, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s home in Chennai received a bomb threat. An investigation is underway. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113034
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya urged new recruits to deliver efficient public service, emphasizing the government’s goal to create an independent and effective system that genuinely serves the people. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113033
The Court of Appeal will hear a petition on February 27, 2026, aimed at invalidating Dr. Upali Pannilage’s parliamentary seat. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113030
Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody is visiting India to meet with Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, discussing ways to enhance energy cooperation between the two nations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113029
Google will offer Sri Lankan students free access to Gemini AI Plus and additional benefits, as announced by Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne, on September 29, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113028
Two individuals were seriously injured in an explosion in Thattuvankotti, Kilinochchi, this morning, September 29, 2025. Further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113027
Jaffna District MP Ramanathan Archchuna, arrested on September 29, 2025, has been granted bail. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113026
Sri Lanka and Japan have agreed to strengthen their security and economic ties following a meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru in Tokyo. This collaboration aims to enhance bilateral relations during Dissanayake’s official visit. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113025
The Court of Appeal has mandated the Department of Wildlife Conservation to report by November 10 on efforts to implement proposals by the Centre for Environmental Justice aimed at addressing the human-elephant conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113023