Ada Derana
China executes 11 members of Myanmar scam mafia
China has executed 11 members of a notorious Myanmar-based scam family that operated centres in Myanmar, according to state media. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117762
PM Harini launches education reforms for Grade One students
Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya officially launched national education reforms for Grade 1 students, unveiled at a ceremony at Gunasekara Vidyalaya in Athurugiriya. The initiative marks a nationwide effort to overhaul early schooling, with details forthcoming. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117761
Singapore to conduct temperature screening at airport over Nipah outbreak
Singapore to boost health screening at Changi Airport amid Nipah outbreak in West Bengal, India, including temperature checks for flights from affected areas, according to authorities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117759
ASP Rohan Olugala appointed as Director of Walana Central Anti-Corruption Unit
ASP Rohan Olugala has been appointed Director of the Walana Central Anti-Corruption Unit within the Police, according to AdaDerana RSS on January 29, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117758
Public advised not to panic amid Nipah virus concerns in India
Authorities urge the public not to panic over the Nipah virus outbreak in India. They emphasize staying calm, following safety measures, and continuing to monitor the situation. The report is from AdaDerana RSS, dated January 29, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117757
Woman hacked to death in Bibile
A 40-year-old woman was murdered with a sharp weapon in Radaliyadda, Bibile, yesterday the 28th, police said. AdaDerana RSS report dated January 29, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117756
Sri Lanka considering restricting access to social media for children under 12
Sri Lanka is weighing a policy to restrict social media access for children under 12, according to Minister of Women and Child Affairs Savithri Paulraj. The proposed measure would curb young users’ online exposure, though no implementation details or timeline were announced. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117755
Chinese cultural event series kick off in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka opened its 2026 “Happy Chinese New Year” cultural events with a gala at Nelum Pokuna Theatre, marking the start of a series of celebrations ahead of the traditional Chinese holiday. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117754