The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Training has announced plans to recruit development officers assigned to schools for the teaching service. This initiative aims to enhance educational resources and support within the sector. Further details will follow. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113108
Laugfs Gas PLC announced that there will be no price change for domestic gas cylinder refills in October 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113105
Sri Lanka imported vehicles worth USD 1,007.5 million from January to August 2025, following the lifting of import restrictions. August marked the month with the highest expenditure on vehicles, as reported by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113104
The U.S. government shutdown commenced due to significant partisan divisions in Congress and the White House, halting many operations and risking thousands of federal jobs in a potentially prolonged standoff over funding. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113103
The Colombo High Court has scheduled a pre-trial conference for October 15 regarding the Bribery Commission’s case against former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife, and four family members. They are accused of illegally acquiring assets valued over Rs. 97 million. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113102
The death toll from a 6.9-magnitude earthquake in the central Philippines has increased to 69. Government agencies are now mobilizing efforts to search for survivors and restore essential services like power and water. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113101
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake returned to Sri Lanka on October 1, 2025, after a successful three-day official visit to Japan, which was conducted at the invitation of the Japanese Government. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113100
TV Derana celebrated World Children’s Day by organizing a historic aerial tour for 250 schoolchildren aboard a SriLankan Airlines charter flight, marking a significant initiative in honoring the day.1 source
Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong praised the enduring friendship between Sri Lanka and China, emphasizing robust cooperation in development projects, public welfare, and crisis response during a recent bilateral exchange.1 source
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited Japan and met with Emperor Naruhito at the Imperial Palace on October 30, as part of an official invitation from the Japanese government.1 source