The Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, clarified misleading social media reports that the President’s 2026 expenditure allocation has increased threefold. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113215
Heavy rainfall is anticipated to persist across several provinces, with the Meteorology Department indicating favorable conditions for thunderstorms this evening. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113214
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) will decide on the Ceylon Electricity Board’s proposed electricity tariff hike by mid-October 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113213
Afghan Taliban foreign minister is set to visit India for the first time after the UN Security Council temporarily lifted a travel ban. This visit marks a significant diplomatic development, as confirmed by Kabul’s foreign ministry on October 4, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113212
The IMF reports that Sri Lanka’s economic reform program is showing “impressive progress” and strong recovery signs as it nears the completion of debt restructuring under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113211
Sanae Takaichi has been chosen as the new head of Japan’s ruling party, positioning her to potentially become the country’s first female prime minister. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113210
The bulletproof vehicle allocated for the security of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has been returned. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113209
Two vendors were fined Rs. 100,000 each by the Kalutara and Panadura Magistrate’s Courts for selling Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113208
The U.S. Treasury is contemplating the creation of a $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113206
A suspect has been arrested for attempted murder following a shooting incident near the Dehiwala Railway Station, according to the police. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113205