A suspect has been arrested in Weeraketiya for aiding a double murder linked to a June 25 shooting in Middeniya, following information from the Tangalle Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau. The individual is also implicated in multiple thefts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113644
The price of a 24-carat gold sovereign in Sri Lanka has surpassed Rs. 400,000, driven by ongoing increases in global gold prices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113642
A motorcyclist died and two individuals were injured in a collision between a school van and a motorcycle at Gorakgas Junction, Wennappuwa, on the morning of October 17, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113641
Neville Wanniarachchi, the chief security officer of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been further remanded by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court until October 31. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113640
Former national security adviser John Bolton has been indicted for allegedly sharing sensitive government information with relatives for a book he was writing. The charges were announced on Thursday, highlighting serious concerns regarding the handling of classified information. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113639
Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving member of the first successful expedition to summit Mount Everest, has passed away in Kathmandu at the age of 92. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113638
An Agricultural Research Production Assistant was arrested by the CIABOC for soliciting a Rs. 1.2 million bribe to allocate part of government land for cultivation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113637
The Sri Lanka Navy has arrested a boat with suspected narcotics and five crew members in the Southern seas. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113636
President Trump announced plans to meet with Vladimir Putin in Hungary for discussions on Ukraine, citing “great progress” made during a recent phone call. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113635
The Department of Meteorology predicts heavy rainfall, including showers or thundershowers, across most parts of the island after 1:00 p.m. today, October 17. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113634
