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Weligama PS chairman murder- 72-hour detention orders obtained on 6 suspects
Sri Lanka Police have obtained a 72-hour detention order for six suspects, including the alleged gunman and motorcycle rider, in connection with the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickremasekara, to facilitate further questioning. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114005
Ghana court grants bail to 11 accused of defrauding Sri Lankan MP in $2 million gold scam
An Accra Circuit Court has granted bail to eleven individuals accused of defrauding a Sri Lankan MP in a $2 million gold scam. The accused allegedly misled the MP with false promises of gold supply, as reported by local media. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114004
World s oldest president, Cameroon s Paul Biya, wins re-election at 92
Cameroon’s Supreme Court declared 92-year-old Paul Biya the winner of the Oct. 12 election. His re-election follows protests demanding credible results, which resulted in clashes with security forces, leaving at least four protesters dead. Biya remains the world’s oldest president. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114003
Woman murders 3-year-old son before taking own life
A woman in Batapola reportedly killed her 3-year-old son before taking her own life by hanging. The tragic incident occurred in the Kahatapitiya area. Further details were provided by AdaDerana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114002
Trump gets royal welcome in Japan, China trade truce hopes rise
President Donald Trump received a warm reception in Japan during his five-day Asia trip, aiming to secure a trade truce with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The visit underscores hopes for a resolution in the ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114001
Suspected shooter in Weligama PS Chairman s murder produced before JMO
The suspected shooter in the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara was arrested in Nawinna and subsequently presented to the Colombo Judicial Medical Officer on October 27. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114000
Hand grenade found in front of house in Wellampitiya
A hand grenade was found on the road in front of a house at a housing complex on Donald Perera Mawatha, Wellampitiya. The discovery raised security concerns. Further details are yet to be released. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113999
Sri Lanka and Australia sign bilateral debt restructuring agreements
Sri Lanka and Australia have signed bilateral agreements for external debt restructuring, signaling a key step in Sri Lanka’s efforts to achieve debt sustainability and improve its economy. This development is part of ongoing financial reforms in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113998
Kuwait Airways resumes direct flights to Sri Lanka
Kuwait Airways has restarted direct flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka, after a two-year period of codeshare operations. The announcement was made on October 27, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113997