A Pakistani attack in Khost province, Afghanistan, resulted in the deaths of nine children and a woman, according to Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid. The bombing targeted the home of a local resident. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115088
Flood warnings have been issued by the Irrigation Department due to heavy rainfall, highlighting a significant risk of flash flooding in various areas across the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115087
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) reported the registration of 200,000 new taxpayers this year, coinciding with the highest revenue collection in history. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115086
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a fraud case exceeding Rs. 35 million, following a complaint to the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115085
The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has approved a proposal allowing the issuance of driving licences to Sri Lankans living in Italy. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115084
The Badulla-Colombo main road is restricted to one lane after a landslide occurred between Beragala and Haldummulla, leading to traffic disruptions. Authorities have reported the situation, and further disruptions are anticipated in Pahala Kadugannawa. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115083
President Trump described U.S.-China relations as “extremely strong” after a call with Xi Jinping, who emphasized Taiwan’s “return to China” as crucial to Beijing’s global vision. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115082
Heavy showers exceeding 100 mm are anticipated in parts of Sri Lanka, particularly in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, and Uva provinces, due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance. This weather condition is expected to persist over the next few days, according to the Department of Meteorology. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115081
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, urged the Canadian government to take action against activities that promote separatist ideologies related to Sri Lanka during discussions with High Commissioner Isabelle Catherine Martin in Colombo. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115079