Bill to repeal Parliamentary Pensions Act gazetted
The Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) bill has been officially gazetted to repeal the Parliamentary Pensions Act of 1977. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116746
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Action to be taken based on report of internal committee appointed to probe questionable Grade 6 Module contents
Minister Vijitha Herath announced that action will be taken based on the report from the internal committee investigating the questionable contents of the Grade 6 Module. The committee has submitted its findings, prompting necessary steps to address the issue. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116745
Deep Concern- India s message to people of Venezuela after US raid
India expressed deep concern regarding the recent developments in Venezuela, particularly following the U.S. raid that captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife in Caracas. The country is closely monitoring the situation as it evolves. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116744
JVP condemns US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro
The JVP has condemned the United States for capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife during recent attacks in Venezuela. They released a statement expressing their disapproval of the U.S. actions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116741
Health Ministry delays enforcement of several Food Act regulations
The Sri Lankan Health Ministry has delayed the implementation of several regulations under Section 32 of the Food Act. This postponement affects various food safety measures previously scheduled for enforcement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116740
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka Head Coach after T20 World Cup
Sanath Jayasuriya, the Head Coach of the Sri Lanka National Cricket Team, has announced his decision to resign from his role after the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116739
Female airline crew member arrested over gold smuggling attempt at BIA
A female crew member from a private airline was arrested by Sri Lanka Customs for attempting to smuggle gold jewellery and biscuits valued over Rs. 40 million into the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116738
SAARC Journalists Forum from today in Nalanda University, India
An international conference organized by the SAARC Journalists Forum India Chapter, Nalanda Open University, and Human Rights Today will take place at Nalanda University, India, on January 4-5, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116737
Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation records highest-ever annual revenue
The Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation achieved a historic milestone by recording its highest-ever annual revenue of Rs. 168 million in 2025, signaling significant growth since its establishment. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116735
US airstrikes in Venezuela leave at least 40 dead, including civilians and soldiers- reports
US airstrikes in Venezuela reportedly resulted in at least 40 deaths, including civilians and soldiers. The military action coincided with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116734