A national program launches today to distribute 500,000 coconut plants for homestead cultivation, aimed at reducing poverty and encouraging coconut farming nationwide. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114477
Over 1,400 US flights were cancelled on Saturday as airlines implemented traffic cuts in response to the ongoing federal government shutdown, entering its second day. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114476
The Department of Examinations has confirmed that preparations are complete for the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A’L) Examination, starting tomorrow at over 2,300 centers. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114475
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa arrived in the U.S. for a significant meeting with President Trump, following his recent removal from a terrorism blacklist by Washington, according to Syrian state media. The meeting marks a notable event in diplomatic relations between Syria and the U.S. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114474
The Meteorology Department forecasts heavy rainfall, including showers and thundershowers, for most areas of the island after 1:00 p.m. on November 09, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114473
Sri Lanka’s apparel exporters are calling for urgent reforms at Colombo Port to address delays that compromise their competitiveness in the region. The apex body highlights that inefficiencies are harming traders’ ability to compete effectively. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114472
A tornado in southern Brazil’s Parana state has resulted in six fatalities and hundreds of injuries, according to state government reports. The storm brought strong winds and heavy rain, causing significant damage. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114471
Three additional suspects were arrested related to a recent heroin seizure in Seenigama, following the arrest of three individuals on the same case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114470
The Maldivian Coast Guard apprehended six Sri Lankan fishermen and seized a fishing vessel carrying nearly 300 kilograms of heroin and crystal methamphetamine (Ice). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114469
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has directed licensed banks and finance companies to implement maximum caps on loan-to-value (LTV) ratios for motor vehicle leasing facilities, aimed at enhancing macroprudential regulation. Further details can be accessed in the full article. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114468