Mainly fair weather is expected today, though the Meteorology Department warns of possible showers or thundershowers in Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, Uva Provinces, and Ampara District after 2:00 p.m. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114186
Minister Vijitha Herath announced plans to amend the Tourism Act to promote rapid growth in the tourism industry. This initiative aims to enhance the sector’s development and improve its overall performance. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114185
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan won a disputed election with over 97% of the votes. The announcement on Saturday sparked deadly protests due to the exclusion of her main opponents. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114184
State revenue, excluding grants, increased significantly in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by the Ministry of Finance. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114183
A suspect involved in a shooting and attempted murder in the Hirana area has been arrested by the Moratuwa Police Special Task Force. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114182
A businessman in Minuwangoda has been arrested for possessing a pistol and ammunition. The police conducted the arrest at a housing complex. Further details have not been provided. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114181
Approximately 20 Members of Parliament have formally requested firearms for their personal security due to rising safety concerns, as reported by parliamentary sources. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114180
DRI officers seized 4.7 kg of cocaine, valued at INR 4.7 million, from a female passenger arriving from Colombo at Mumbai airport. Additionally, five individuals have been arrested in connection with the case, as reported by the finance ministry. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114179
A woman recorded obstructing and verbally abusing police officers during a traffic stop in Udugampola has been remanded until November 3. The incident was widely shared on social media. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114178
India’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, emphasized that weak governance has contributed to regime changes in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. He highlighted the crucial role of governance in nation-building and a country’s ability to meet common aspirations and security objectives. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114177
