An Amber advisory for severe lightning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology, affecting the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces as well as Galle and Matara districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115657
A suspect wanted for multiple murders has been arrested in Thalawathugoda by Thalangama Police during a raid. The individual is linked to several major criminal offenses. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115656
A Swiss disaster relief aircraft landed at Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka on December 6, 2025, delivering essential aid. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115655
The Police Headquarters has released a safety advisory for pilgrims visiting Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) due to concerns about geo-instability on a key access route. Visitors are urged to exercise caution while traveling to ensure their safety. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115654
The Ministry of Public Administration has suspended the approval of local and foreign no-pay leave for all public sector officials effective immediately. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115653
The Swedish government proposed constitutional changes to revoke the citizenship of certain organized crime leaders, aiming to strengthen efforts against widespread organized crime. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115651
Rehan Jayawickreme, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) organizer for Weligama and former mayor, has resigned from the party. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115650
The UK is enhancing its humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka, raising its support to £1 million ($1.32 million) in response to Cyclone Ditwah, according to the British High Commission in Colombo. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115649
Sri Lanka’s death toll from Cyclone Ditwah and related adverse weather has reached 607, according to the Disaster Management Center. This tragic loss of life affects all 25 districts across the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115648
The Inland Revenue Department in Sri Lanka has extended the income tax return filing deadline for the assessment year 2024-2025 to December 31, 2025, due to disruptions caused by Cyclonic Storm Ditwah and adverse weather conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115647