Sri Lanka has officially signed an agreement with Saudi Arabian officials to send 3,500 pilgrims for the Hajj pilgrimage in 2026, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114535
The Consumer Affairs Authority has confiscated a shipment of perfumes valued at Rs. 100 million, which were smuggled into the country from Dubai. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114534
The Court of Appeal scheduled Attorney Gunaratne Wanninayake’s writ petition, aimed at preventing his arrest related to an incident at Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court, for January 14, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114533
US flight delays and cancellations surged over the weekend, affecting hundreds of thousands of travelers, marking the most disruptive day since a government shutdown began. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns of more issues ahead as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114532
The Ampara High Court sentenced six individuals to death for their involvement in a double murder that occurred on April 14, 2015, in Padiyathalawa. This ruling was announced on November 10, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114530
The 2024 Annual Report of the Auditor General was submitted to the Speaker of the House, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, by Acting Auditor General G.H.D. Dharmapala at the Parliamentary Complex. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114529
The Court of Appeal dismissed a petition from the Vinivida Foundation aimed at halting wildlife authorities’ operation to relocate wild elephants from villages to forest reserves in Hambantota, without hearing the case. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114528
Farmers in regions like Welimada and Uva Paranagama protested on November 10, 2025, halting agricultural activities. They claim the government has not addressed their concerns and that the 2026 Budget neglects the agricultural sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114527
Hundreds protested in Delhi against worsening air pollution on Sunday, highlighting public concern over deteriorating air quality in the capital and surrounding areas. The demonstration reflects growing urgency for effective environmental measures in India. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114526
Fourteen Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lanka Navy for poaching in Sri Lankan waters off the Northern province. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114525