Derana Media Network launched Sri Lanka’s largest 24-hour Dansala at Independence Square, Colombo, officially starting at 7:00 p.m. The event drew large crowds and is reported by AdaDerana. Source: AdaDerana RSS, May 30, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123132
Three children, aged 12–18, are missing after sea bathing with their parents in the Kalametiya, Hungama area. The incident was reported May 30, 2026, at 10:25 PM, via AdaDerana RSS. A photo accompanies the report. More details available at the linked AdaDerana article. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123131
A U.S. judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from creating a nearly $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate victims of what Trump calls government “weaponization.” The injunction pauses the fund’s setup as legal proceedings continue. Source: AdaDerana, May 30, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123130
Ven. Ethalawetunuwewe Gnathilaka Thero has been temporarily appointed Acting Atamasthanadhipathi at Malwatu Mahaviharaya, Kandy, until the court delivers its verdict in the case involving Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero. Announcement issued by Malwatu Mahaviharaya. May 30, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123129
Thai rescuers say four people were pulled from a flooded cave in Laos on Saturday. The incident prompted rescue efforts, with updates available via AdaDerana. Date: May 30, 2026, 7:03 PM. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123128
An individual was arrested in Kottawa for possession of an illegally assembled jeep, according to police. The report is from AdaDerana, dated May 30, 2026. The article includes a related image and RSS link for more details. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123127
Electricity supply has been restored after temporary disruptions caused by a national grid imbalance, affecting several areas including Colombo. The National System Operator (Private) Limited (NSO) reported the outage is resolved. Source: AdaDerana RSS, May 30, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123126
Rooftop solar panel owners are asked to voluntarily switch off their systems tomorrow (May 31) from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., according to the National System Operator (Private) Limited. Further details available via Ada Derana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123124
Health authorities warn of a likely rise in road accidents and drownings during the upcoming long weekend tied to Vesak. Increased risk cited as crowds gather and travel surges. Authorities urge caution and safety measures. Source: AdaDerana. May 30, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123123
Eighteen passengers, including Chinese and Sri Lankan nationals, were arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle foreign-made cigarettes valued at Rs. 31.38 million (over Rs. 31 million). More details were reported by AdaDerana on May 30, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123122