A suspect was arrested by Balangoda Police in Ratnapura for illegally selling rented motorcycles. The arrest occurred in the Sannasgama area, where the suspect operated a fraudulent racket involving the sale of motorcycles acquired through rental agreements. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116709
A Buddha Air flight from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur skidded off the runway during landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Jhapa district, Nepal, late Friday night. There were 51 people onboard. Further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116708
President Zelenskyy appointed the head of military intelligence as his new chief of staff amid ongoing diplomatic efforts led by the U.S. to resolve Russia’s nearly four-year invasion of Ukraine. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116707
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath extended heartfelt condolences to Switzerland following a tragic fire in Crans-Montana, which resulted in approximately 40 deaths and over 100 injuries. The incident has deeply affected both nations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116706
A 14-year-old boy from Nooriya Estate has died following an alleged beating, leading to the arrest of his father. The Nooriya Police are conducting a thorough investigation into the assault and murder case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116704
Water supply in several areas of Colombo has been disrupted due to a sudden breakdown of the main transmission pipeline from Ambatale to Dehiwala, as announced by the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) on January 3, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116703
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Mexico, interrupting President Claudia Sheinbaum’s press briefing and resulting in at least two fatalities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116702
The Mannar Magistrate’s Court has authorized the Criminal Investigation Department to detain the main suspect for 90 days regarding a shooting incident that occurred last year outside the court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116701
A fire at a Swiss bar was likely ignited by sparklers on champagne bottles that were positioned too close to the ceiling, according to authorities. The incident resulted in fatalities and highlights the dangers of using sparklers in enclosed spaces. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116700
Heavy showers are anticipated in the Eastern, Northern, and Uva Provinces of Sri Lanka due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance to the east. The Meteorology Department advises that these prevailing showery conditions will persist in the coming days. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116699