Ministers met with local big onion farmers at the Presidential Secretariat on November 17, 2025, to discuss challenges faced by the farmers and to create a structured plan for support and improvement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114777
Former Bangladesh home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal was sentenced to death in absentia by a tribunal for crimes against humanity related to the previous year’s student uprising. The ruling links back to the government of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114776
The government signed agreements to secure a US$ 300 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on November 17, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114775
Former Minister Mervyn Silva pleaded not guilty to bribery charges in Colombo High Court today. The Bribery Commission accused him of unlawfully acquiring assets during his time in office. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114774
Sheikh Hasina, the ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh, criticized the International Crimes Tribunal’s death sentence as “biased” and “politically motivated,” claiming it was issued by a “rigged tribunal” lacking democratic legitimacy. This response was her first regarding the court’s decision. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114773
The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) announced an emergency Executive Committee and Central Committee meeting to discuss future actions following discussions with the President. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114772
The common opposition won the election for the Hakmana Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society, successfully appointing a new Board of Directors and General Assembly representatives, marking a defeat for the NPP. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114771
In 2025, Sri Lanka has welcomed over 2 million tourists, marking a significant milestone for the country’s tourism sector. This surge highlights the growing popularity and recovery of Sri Lanka as a travel destination. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114766
Anura Walpola, the former Chairman of the Geological Survey Mines Bureau, was granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court following his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption on November 17, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114765
A Dhaka tribunal has convicted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina of crimes against humanity for her violent response to student-led protests last year, stating she deserves the maximum punishment. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114764
