Gopichand Hinduja, the head of the UK’s richest family, has passed away at the age of 85. His death marks the end of an era for the Hinduja family, known for their significant wealth and influence in Britain. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114310
Four people, including two youths, were killed in separate road accidents across the island in the past 24 hours, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114309
A suspicious parcel believed to contain narcotics was found washed ashore at Katukurunda Beach in the Kalutara South Police Division on November 5, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114308
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa in New Delhi, emphasizing India’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s progress and development as part of its “Neighbourhood First” policy. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114306
Zohran Mamdani has been elected as New York City’s first Muslim Mayor, marking a significant political shift as voters express their sentiments amid Donald Trump’s second term. The election occurred on November 4, 2025, alongside key local elections nationwide. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114305
The Department of Inland Revenue has announced the submission details for Income Tax Returns for the assessment year 2024-2025. Further information can be found in the notice issued. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114304
A tsunami mock drill is set for today in four districts, coinciding with World Tsunami Awareness Day. The exercise aims to enhance preparedness and raise awareness about tsunami safety measures across the entire island. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114303
A UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, shortly after takeoff, resulting in at least three fatalities and 11 injuries. The incident caused a significant fireball, according to Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114302
The Department of Meteorology predicts possible showers or thundershowers in Northern and Uva provinces, as well as Trincomalee district, starting after 2:00 p.m. today, November 5, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114301
The Attorney General announced to the Supreme Court that 31 suspects, including former MPs, will be indicted for the violent attack on the “Gota Go Gama” protest site in May 2022. Charges will also be filed against then Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114300