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President calls for unity and determination to rebuild Sri Lanka in his New Year message
In his New Year message, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the need for unity and determination among Sri Lankans to rebuild the nation, highlighting the significant reform and reconstruction efforts underway as the country enters 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116632
114 shooting incidents with 60 fatalities reported in 2025
In 2025, there were 114 shooting incidents resulting in 60 fatalities. Two separate shootings occurred just hours before the year ended, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116630
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Gazette issued to establish Rebuilding Sri Lanka Presidential Task Force
A Gazette notification from President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has announced the establishment of the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Presidential Task Force, aimed at facilitating the country’s reconstruction efforts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116629
Magnitude 6 earthquake strikes off coast of Japan s Noda region
A magnitude 6 earthquake occurred off the coast of Japan’s Noda region on January 1, 2026, at a depth of 19.3 km (11.99 miles), according to the United States Geological Survey. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116628
China s Xi hails nation s technological progress and renews promise to take back Taiwan
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised China’s advancements in technology, particularly in artificial intelligence and semiconductors, while reaffirming his commitment to annex self-ruled Taiwan. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116627
SLMC suspends party membership CMC councillor who supported budget
The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) has suspended Colombo Municipal Councillor Zohara Buhary’s party membership immediately for serious violations of party discipline after she supported the budget. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116626
Israel to ban 37 aid groups operating in Gaza
Israel plans to ban 37 aid organizations in Gaza starting Thursday unless they provide detailed information about their Palestinian staff. This decision has drawn criticism from the United Nations and the European Union. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116625
Pakistan tour profit to be donated to Rebuilding Sri Lanka program SLC
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that profits from the upcoming Pakistan Tour of Sri Lanka will be donated to the government’s Rebuilding Sri Lanka program. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116624