The National Water Supply and Drainage Board announced an eight-hour water interruption today, December 20, 2025, affecting various areas in Colombo and its suburbs. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116191
The Meteorology Department forecasts multiple showers in the Eastern, Uva, and Central Provinces, along with the Polonnaruwa and Hambantota Districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116190
The IMF’s Executive Board has approved a disbursement of SDR150.5 million (approximately US$206 million) for Sri Lanka through the Rapid Financing Instrument, representing 26% of Sri Lanka’s quota. This emergency financial support aims to assist the country during its current economic challenges. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116189
A stabbing attack at a metro station in Taiwan resulted in two deaths and six injuries. The assailant also threw a smoke grenade during the incident, which occurred on Friday, according to local media reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116188
Police confirmed that former Speaker Asoka Ranwala tested negative for alcohol in blood and urine samples. The announcement was made by the Police Spokesman, affirming that no alcohol traces were found. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116187
The Department of Irrigation has extended the flood warning for low-lying areas along the Mahaweli River Basin for an additional 24 hours. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116186
The detention order for Sampath Manamperi has been extended. He is in custody for allegedly concealing two containers of raw materials for producing “Ice” (crystal methamphetamine) and for possession of weapons. He appeared in Walasmulla Magistrate’s Court on December 19, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116185
Parliament approved a Supplementary Estimate of Rs. 500 billion to restore livelihoods and rebuild infrastructure affected by a recent disaster. The proposal was presented and approved on December 19, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116184
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced a monthly allowance of Rs. 50,000 for three months to support families from 17,648 homes categorized as destroyed, partially damaged, or unsafe following a recent disaster. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116183
The Department of Meteorology forecasts multiple spells of showers in Eastern, Uva, Central provinces, and Polonnaruwa and Hambantota districts tomorrow, December 20. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116182