Chief Prelates from three Buddhist Chapters addressed the President, voicing concerns that proposed amendments banning corporal punishment and promoting LGBTQ tourism could threaten cultural values and lead to severe social repercussions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113087
Sri Lanka Police confirmed that Anura Vidanagamage, known as “Kajja,” was in a vehicle following slain rugby player Wasim Thajudeen moments before his murder. Kajja was recently shot dead with his two children in Middeniya. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113086
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Tourism has denied reports of a specific campaign for LGBTQ+ tourism, stating that future initiatives will align with national tourism priorities and social harmony. They emphasized careful evaluation of any tourism promotions moving forward. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113085
Heavy traffic has been reported in Colombo, particularly on Ward Place, as university students protest and block the road. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113084
Vance warns that the U.S. is heading toward a government shutdown after a White House meeting between President Trump and Democrats yielded minimal progress in avoiding service disruptions starting Wednesday. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113083
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake encouraged the Japanese business community to explore emerging economic opportunities in Sri Lanka, aiming to enhance bilateral trade and investment relations and promote private sector involvement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113082
The Terrorism Investigation Division recovered a bag containing ten hand grenades on Aluthmawatha Road in Modara, according to police reports from September 30, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113081
A car bomb outside a paramilitary headquarters in Pakistan killed 10 people, following a shootout between militants and troops. The explosion highlights ongoing security challenges in the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113080
The Court of Appeal directed Sri Lanka Customs to investigate and report by October 10 on the possibility of releasing detained vehicles on a corporate or personal bond. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113079
Colombo’s inflation rose to 1.5% in September 2025, up from 1.2% in August 2025, as reported by the Department of Census and Statistics using the Consumer Price Index (CCPI). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113077