Israeli air strikes across the Gaza Strip killed at least 32 Palestinians, according to local authorities. The Saturday attacks marked a widespread wave of strikes across Gaza. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117868
Sri Lanka has extended the State of Public Emergency. The extension was reported by Ada Derana RSS on February 1, 2026, indicating continued emergency measures in the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117867
Police in Bentota arrested two individuals during a special operation for possessing more than five kilograms of heroin (5 kg 105 grams). The seizure targets narcotics trafficking and is part of ongoing enforcement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117866
A 22-year-old man was arrested near Aluthgama Railway Station by the Kalutara Crimes Division after behaving suspiciously; police recovered nearly 500 grams of methamphetamine (Ice). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117865
Traders owning stalls at major economic centres told the Minister of Trade, Wasantha Samarasinghe, that they strongly oppose the government’s plan to transfer five leading economic centres from their current administration to a newly established entity. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117864
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers Meeting in New Delhi, reiterating India’s continued support for the Palestinians and backing U.S. President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117863
Two suspects were arrested by the Western Province South Crime Division for aiding and abetting two shootings in Dehiwala and Kohuwala. Police say the arrests relate to the incidents, which occurred in those areas. Investigation ongoing. Reported by AdaDerana RSS, February 1, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117862
Venerable Wedaruwe Upali Thero, Anunayaka of the Asgiri Chapter, warns of widespread concern over the declining recognition of the Maha Sangha, culture, and history, stating that proper acknowledgment is lacking. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117861
Mawathagama Police arrested 14 suspects in connection with the theft of an ancient Buddha statue from a temple in Kahapathwala. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117860
Pakistan’s military said at least 92 militants were killed on Saturday in clashes with security forces across multiple cities in Balochistan, after attacks in the southwestern province. The toll was reported by the military. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117859