The Department of Meteorology announced that shower activity in Sri Lanka will decrease starting tomorrow, November 19, as the low-pressure area around the island moves away. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114827
A writ petition has been filed in the Court of Appeal to stop the demolition of part of the Trincomalee Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya temple. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114825
A gazette will be issued imposing controlled prices on 350 types of medicines, as announced by Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. This initiative aims to regulate medicine costs and make them more affordable. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114824
A chartered plane carrying Congo’s mines minister Louis Watum Kabamba and about 20 others caught fire after skidding off the runway at Kolwezi Airport on November 18, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114822
Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa urged against escalating tensions over the Trincomalee incident involving the removal of a Buddha statue. He assured that an investigation would be conducted if police wrongdoing is found, emphasizing the need to prevent further conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114819
India’s exports to the US increased by 14.5% in October, marking the first rise in five months, despite ongoing 50% tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. This boost signals easing trade tensions between the two countries. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114818
Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala announced that over 20 tons of narcotics have been seized since the beginning of the year. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114817
The National People’s Power (NPP) has gained control of the Seethawaka Pradeshiya Sabha, six months following the Local Government election. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114816
Sri Lanka has signed a bilateral agreement with Denmark to restructure $39 million of outstanding debt, marking a significant step in the country’s External Debt Restructuring Process. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114815
India has launched a pilot initiative for the UPI One World digital wallet service, aimed at Sri Lankan Buddhist pilgrims visiting India. This service will facilitate seamless transactions for these visitors. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114814