President Anura Kumara Dissanayake inaugurated a new two-storey Archaeological Museum and International Archaeological Research Institute at the Somawathi Sacred Site in Polonnaruwa on October 6, 2025. This event marks a significant development for the historic area. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113251
A Sri Lankan passenger was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle foreign cigarettes valued at Rs. 1.35 million, as reported by the Police Narcotics Bureau. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113250
A fire in the trauma center of Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur, India, resulted in the deaths of at least eight patients, including six critically ill individuals. The incident occurred late Sunday, according to officials. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113249
A 17-year-old schoolboy drowned in a Dikwella school swimming pool while trying to retrieve a cricket ball that had fallen in. The incident highlights safety concerns in school swimming facilities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113248
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has initiated legal actions against 135 traders nationwide for selling rice at inflated prices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113247
Two associates of “Kalubowila Avishka” were arrested in Bokundara, Piliyandala by the Moratuwa Police Special Task Force for possessing over two kilograms of heroin. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113246
Hundreds of trekkers stranded by a blizzard on Mount Everest’s eastern face in Tibet have been safely rescued, according to Chinese state media. The region is experiencing unusually heavy snowfall and rainfall. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113245
A gunman fired around one hundred bullets on a crowded Sydney street, injuring 20 individuals, one seriously. Authorities have taken a man into custody and ruled out connections to terrorism or gang activity. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113244
Four individuals died in separate road accidents across the island on October 5, 2025. Reports indicate incidents occurred in multiple locations. Further details are awaited. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113243
President Trump has called for swift action from mediators as key indirect peace talks between Hamas and Israel are scheduled to commence in Egypt on Monday. His appeal emphasizes the urgency of efforts to resolve the ongoing Gaza conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113242