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
U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on a call preceding Ukrainian President Zelenskiy’s visit to the White House, where he aims to secure increased support in the ongoing conflict with Russia. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113633
The IMF praised Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic reforms and recovery from a crisis, emphasizing the importance of fiscal discipline and state-owned enterprise (SOE) reforms for sustainable recovery. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113632
Sri Lanka Police have issued a warning regarding online and mobile loan offers, advising the public to be cautious. This alert follows a rise in complaints about fraudulent lending practices. Citizens are encouraged to verify the legitimacy of lenders before proceeding with loans. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113631
India has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s assertion that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him in a phone call that India would halt purchases of Russian oil. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113630
Sri Lanka Customs achieved a record one-day revenue of Rs. 2,470 million on October 15, 2025. This marks the highest single-day total in the agency’s history. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113629
The Sri Lanka Navy recovered a narcotics haul from the southern seas, which has now been presented to the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113628
Colonel Michael Randrianirina, Madagascar’s new military ruler, plans to be sworn in as president on Friday. He is willing to engage in discussions with the African Union, which suspended Madagascar’s membership following the coup that removed President Andry Rajoelina. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113626
The Court of Appeal will consider Attorney Gunaratne Wanninayake’s petition to prevent his arrest related to an incident at Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court on November 10, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113625
The Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation announced that over 300,000 pending driver’s licenses will be printed and distributed within the next three months. Authorities provided this update during a session with the Ministerial Consultative Committee. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113624