The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) will intensify its ongoing trade union action from February 2, 2026 (Monday) due to authorities’ lack of response to several key demands. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117850
On January 31, 2026, the Department of Meteorology issued an Amber advisory for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces, and in Galle and Matara districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117849
Eight senior police officers, including DIGs, have been transferred with immediate effect, pending approval by the National Police Commission (NPC). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117848
Indonesia’s West Java province landslide death toll has risen to 49, with 15 people still missing, according to Basarnas, the national rescue agency. The incident occurred a week ago, and the ongoing search for the missing continues. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117847
Sri Lanka’s Aviation Minister Anura Karunathilaka says Harsha Abeywickrama’s removal as Chairman of Airport and Aviation Services (AASL) was part of essential administrative and structural reforms within the company. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117846
The U.S. Department of Justice released emails in which Jeffrey Epstein claimed that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates had engaged in extramarital sex. The documents released Friday attribute the allegations to Epstein. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117845
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa arrived this morning at the site of a hunger strike by the School Development Officers Association, who are demanding immediate integration into the teaching service. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117844
Sri Lanka Railways warns Coastal Line trains between Colombo Fort and Wellawatte may incur about 15-minute delays today (31) and tomorrow (01) due to signaling-system upgrade maintenance. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117843
The U.S. federal government has partially shut down even after the Senate approved a last-ditch funding deal. The impasse leaves several agencies without full funding, disrupting services and staffing, as lawmakers and agencies navigate the lapse while negotiations and fiscal standoff continue. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117841
Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Chathuranga Abeysinghe says the government is implementing measures to support and rebuild industries devastated by Cyclone Ditwah, outlining targeted assistance and resources to revive affected sectors. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117840