Neville Wanniarachchi, the chief security officer of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been further remanded by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court until October 31. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113640
Former national security adviser John Bolton has been indicted for allegedly sharing sensitive government information with relatives for a book he was writing. The charges were announced on Thursday, highlighting serious concerns regarding the handling of classified information. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113639
Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving member of the first successful expedition to summit Mount Everest, has passed away in Kathmandu at the age of 92. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113638
An Agricultural Research Production Assistant was arrested by the CIABOC for soliciting a Rs. 1.2 million bribe to allocate part of government land for cultivation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113637
The Sri Lanka Navy has arrested a boat with suspected narcotics and five crew members in the Southern seas. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113636
President Trump announced plans to meet with Vladimir Putin in Hungary for discussions on Ukraine, citing “great progress” made during a recent phone call. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113635
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