Trump will meet Xi in South Korea, says White House
President Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea on October 30, during an Asian summit, according to the White House. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113918
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Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
The Meteorology Department forecasts heavy rainfall with showers or thundershowers across Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western, Northern, and North Central Provinces, as well as Galle, Matara, and Trincomalee Districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113917
Sri Lanka s Viknaraj clinches silver at South Asian Athletics Championship
Sri Lankan athlete Viknaraj Vakshan won the silver medal in the Men’s 5000m at the 4th South Asian Athletics Championship 2025, which took place in India. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113915
Sri Lanka sees 8 pct drop in marriages in 2024
Sri Lanka experienced an 8% decrease in marriages in 2024, as reported by the Department of Census and Statistics. This decline highlights shifting social trends within the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113914
SJB MP Jagath Withana alleges death threats, calls for security
SJB MP Jagath Withana has reported receiving death threats, suggesting an attempt on his life. He is calling for increased security following these alarming revelations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113913
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in several provinces
The Department of Meteorology forecasts heavy rainfall with showers and thundershowers expected in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, and North-western provinces, as well as Galle and Matara districts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113912
SriLankan Airlines issues clarification on 2024’25 financial performance
SriLankan Airlines clarified recent reports about its financial performance for the fiscal year 2024-25, addressing potential misconceptions. Further details on the financial status were shared. The clarification was published on October 24, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113911
Six Sri Lankan seafarers detained in Eritrea repatriated
Six Sri Lankan seafarers detained in Eritrea have been successfully repatriated, thanks to the efforts of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Sri Lanka Mission in Egypt, in collaboration with Eritrean authorities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113910
Landslide warnings issued for several districts extended
Landslide warnings for multiple districts have been extended due to ongoing heavy rainfall on the island. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113909
Committee on Public Finance approves 2026 Appropriation Bill
The Committee on Public Finance has approved the 2026 Appropriation Bill, as reported by the Department of Parliament Communication. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113908