An International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation is set to visit Sri Lanka in the first half of next year, aiming to address economic matters, as reported by AdaDerana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116550
China conducted extensive war games by firing rockets towards Taiwan, simulating a blockade. This military exercise involved new amphibious assault ships, bomber aircraft, and warships encircling the island, marking the second day of these significant operations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116549
In 2025, Sri Lanka’s Parliament passed 26 Government Bills during the first session of the Tenth Parliament, as reported by the Department of Communication. This legislative activity spanned from January 1 to December 31, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116548
A BEST bus struck pedestrians in Bhandup, Mumbai, on Monday night, resulting in four fatalities and nine injuries. The accident occurred around 10 PM, according to officials. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116547
The National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) reports an increase in crystal methamphetamine (Ice) use in Sri Lanka, with over 60,000 addicts arrested in the first ten months of 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116546
Saudi Arabia conducted airstrikes on the Yemeni port city of Mukalla, targeting a shipment of weapons for a local separatist force allegedly arriving from the UAE. The UAE has not yet commented on the bombing. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116545
Cyclone Ditwah has resulted in a loss of Rs. 21 billion to Sri Lanka’s health sector, according to Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. The minister highlighted the significant financial impact on the nation’s health system due to the cyclone. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116544
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) announces that two generators at the Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant in Norochcholai are undergoing repairs and are currently out of service. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116543
Colombo will implement a special traffic and security plan for New Year 2026 celebrations, expecting large crowds and vehicles, especially around Galle Face Green. Sri Lanka Police are preparing for the influx of visitors on December 31. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116542
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female prime minister and leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, has died at the age of 80 following a prolonged illness, as confirmed by her party on December 30, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116541