Few showers expected in parts of the island today
The Department of Meteorology forecasts showers or thundershowers across most parts of the island today after 1:00 p.m. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113691
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Sri Lanka to seek Interpol Red Notices for athletes who fled 2022 C wealth Games
Sri Lanka plans to request Interpol red notices for athletes who absconded from the 2022 Commonwealth Games village in Birmingham and did not return. This was revealed in a recent court announcement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113690
Fishermen issue requires sensitive handling and sustainable solutions, says PM Harini in India
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the need for sensitive management of the fishermen dispute with India, advocating for sustainable solutions. She positioned Sri Lanka as a complementary partner to India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 initiative. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113689
Parliament to debate drug price regulations next week
Parliament will discuss drug price control regulations on October 21, 2025. The debate aims to address issues related to the pricing and regulation of medications. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113688
Police obtain 90-day detention order on Ishara Sewwandi
The Ministry of Defence has authorized a 90-day detention order for Ishara Sewwandi, allowing police to detain and interrogate her during this period. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113687
Over 650 suspects arrested during special island-wide police raids
Sri Lanka Police reported the arrest of 654 suspects during island-wide operations conducted yesterday. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113686
Fire breaks out at Dhaka Airport; All flights suspended
A significant fire at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport cargo terminal has led to the suspension of all flights. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113685
Six spill gates of Rajanganaya Reservoir opened by 6 feet
The Department of Irrigation has opened six spill gates of the Rajanganaya Reservoir by 6 feet due to heavy rainfall affecting the island. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113684
NTC implements special bus service for long weekend
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced a special bus service for the long weekend and Deepavali festival on October 20, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113683
President says aware that some individuals within political and state machinery involved in drug-related activities
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted the importance of responsibility for newly commissioned Sri Lanka Air Force officers and expressed awareness of individuals within political and state machinery engaged in drug-related activities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113682