Preschools and early childhood development centers closed due to an emergency will reopen on December 16, 2025, as they have been deemed safe for operation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115839
Russia has sent 35 metric tons of humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka in response to Cyclone Ditwah’s impact. The first aircraft carrying the aid has successfully arrived in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115838
Australia and the UNFPA are collaborating to provide urgent humanitarian support for women and girls in Sri Lanka affected by Cyclone Ditwah, which has caused severe floods and landslides. This partnership aims to address the needs and protection of vulnerable populations impacted by this significant climate disaster. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115837
India’s Deepavali, also known as the festival of lights, was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity on December 10, 2025, leading to widespread celebrations for this prestigious recognition. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115836
The UAE has dispatched its eighth humanitarian aid aircraft to Sri Lanka to support the country following devastating floods and landslides. This continuing assistance aims to aid those affected by the disaster. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115835
An Amber advisory for severe lightning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as the Galle and Matara Districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115834
Heavy rainfall in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has resulted in significant flooding and traffic congestion throughout the city. The situation is ongoing as authorities address the impacts of the severe weather. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115833
Ex-Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal and three individuals have been acquitted in the 2012 Greek Bond case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115832
The case involving Yoshitha Rajapaksa and his grandmother, Daisy Forrest, has been postponed while awaiting her psychiatric medical report scheduled for tomorrow, as stated by the Attorney General at the Colombo High Court on December 10, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115831
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued extended landslide warnings for homeowners in vulnerable areas, based on current ground conditions and weather forecasts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115830