The EU has committed €1.8 million to aid Sri Lanka’s recovery from recent adverse weather, as stated by Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath. Additionally, the diplomatic corps has contributed Rs. 3.6 million to support these efforts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115887
Time magazine has named the “Architects of AI” as its 2025 Person of the Year, acknowledging the significant contributions of US tech leaders in developing advanced artificial intelligence that is reshaping society. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115886
The Ministry of Education has rescheduled the 2025 General Information Technology (GIT) Examination to January 11, 2026, following its postponement due to adverse weather conditions in Sri Lanka. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115884
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, Allison Hooker, at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo on December 11, 2025. The meeting focused on political matters between the two nations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115883
Ticket sales for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have launched, with prices starting at LKR 1,000 in Sri Lanka. The International Cricket Council aims to increase accessibility by offering entry-level tickets at historic lows. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115882
Pakistan is sending 200 tons of humanitarian relief supplies to Sri Lanka this week to aid communities impacted by a recent cyclonic storm, announced Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115881
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the activation of emergency response components in World Bank-funded projects, aiming to secure $92-112 million for implementation. This decision facilitates swift action in investment projects to address urgent needs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115880
Researchers attribute the deadly Asian storms in late November that impacted Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand to climate change, particularly increased sea temperatures and rapid deforestation. This finding was reported in a study published on December 11, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115879
The Department of Meteorology forecasts showers or thundershowers in Northern and North-Central provinces, as well as Puttalam and Trincomalee districts, tomorrow (December 12). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115878
The government will launch the RE-MSME Disaster Relief loan scheme to assist micro, small, and medium enterprises affected by recent disasters, aiming to revitalize and support their recovery. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115876
