Driver of bus involved in Thalawa accident arrested
The driver of a private bus involved in a morning accident in Thalawa, Anuradhapura, has been arrested, according to police statements. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114537
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A’L paper marking could begin before the completion of exam- Exams Chief
The Department of Examinations announced that paper marking for the 2025 General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examination may commence before the exams conclude. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114536
Sri Lanka to send 3,500 on Hajj pilgrimage in 2026
Sri Lanka has officially signed an agreement with Saudi Arabian officials to send 3,500 pilgrims for the Hajj pilgrimage in 2026, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114535
Consignment of perfumes worth Rs. 100 million smuggled from Dubai seized
The Consumer Affairs Authority has confiscated a shipment of perfumes valued at Rs. 100 million, which were smuggled into the country from Dubai. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114534
Attorney Gunaratne Wanninayake s writ petition to be taken up in Jan.
The Court of Appeal scheduled Attorney Gunaratne Wanninayake’s writ petition, aimed at preventing his arrest related to an incident at Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court, for January 14, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114533
US flight delays, cancellations accelerate as air traffic controller shortages surge
US flight delays and cancellations surged over the weekend, affecting hundreds of thousands of travelers, marking the most disruptive day since a government shutdown began. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns of more issues ahead as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114532
Six sentenced to death over 2015 double murder in Padiyathalawa
The Ampara High Court sentenced six individuals to death for their involvement in a double murder that occurred on April 14, 2015, in Padiyathalawa. This ruling was announced on November 10, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114530
2024 Auditor General s annual report handed over to Speaker
The 2024 Annual Report of the Auditor General was submitted to the Speaker of the House, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, by Acting Auditor General G.H.D. Dharmapala at the Parliamentary Complex. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114529
Petition filed against operation to drive wild elephants into reserves dismissed
The Court of Appeal dismissed a petition from the Vinivida Foundation aimed at halting wildlife authorities’ operation to relocate wild elephants from villages to forest reserves in Hambantota, without hearing the case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114528
Farmers stage protest, halt agricultural activities citing 2026 Budget neglect
Farmers in regions like Welimada and Uva Paranagama protested on November 10, 2025, halting agricultural activities. They claim the government has not addressed their concerns and that the 2026 Budget neglects the agricultural sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114527