Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala announced a new anti-drug campaign, highlighting the connection between organized crime and drug proliferation. He emphasized the urgent need to protect children who are increasingly becoming victims of drug issues as they spread throughout the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112968
A Sri Lankan court sentenced an Indian fisherman to one year in prison for repeatedly violating maritime boundaries and ordered the release of four other fishermen. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112967
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Atul Keshap, Senior Vice President of the US Chamber of Commerce, during his visit to the United States for the 80th UN General Assembly in New York. Discussions focused on fostering relations and cooperation between the two parties. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112966
A gold mine collapse in Zamfara State, northwest Nigeria, is feared to have resulted in at least 100 fatalities, according to survivors and residents. The tragic incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in the mining sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112965
A new provincial program was launched to educate government officials about digitalization and AI technology on September 26 at the Kandy District Secretariat. This initiative aims to enhance awareness of governmental digitalization efforts among executives at the provincial level. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112964
South Korea’s Foreign Minister announced that President Moon Jae-in has urged President Trump to take on a peacemaking role in facilitating talks with North Korea to decrease military tensions on the Korean Peninsula. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112963
Final rites have begun for the Buddhist monks who tragically died in a cable car accident at Na Uyana Monastery in Melsiripura. The ceremonies are taking place at the Pansiyagama Cemetery. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112962
The Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) warns that inefficient appliances, especially refrigerators over 10 years old, are a major cause of energy loss in the country. This highlights the need for upgrading to more efficient models to reduce energy waste. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112961
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) reminds taxpayers to complete their final income tax payments for the 2024-2025 assessment year by September 30, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112960
The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber advisory for multi-day boats in the deep sea areas of the Bay of Bengal, cautioning them about potential hazardous conditions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=112959