Indian police stated that Sajid Akram, the gunman involved in the Bondi Beach shooting, had little contact with his family in Hyderabad and they were unaware of his radicalization. The details emerged following the incident, highlighting the family’s lack of knowledge regarding his actions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116071
Sri Lanka has commenced the second phase of its post-disaster recovery following Cyclone Ditwah. Canada’s High Commissioner Isabelle Catherine Martin expressed condolences for the devastation and affirmed Canada’s commitment to provide ongoing support during the recovery efforts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116070
Residents in low-lying areas near Kaudulla Reservoir have been advised to stay vigilant as the Department of Irrigation plans to open the spill gates soon. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116069
An Amber advisory for heavy rain has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for the Eastern, Central, Uva Provinces, and Polonnaruwa District. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116066
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Bangkok, alongside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Sri Lankan Embassy in Myanmar, successfully repatriated 25 Sri Lankans trafficked to cybercrime centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116065
Dayasiri Jayasekara has written to the SLFP General Secretary, asserting that the convening of the Executive Committee and All-Island Working Committee violates the party’s constitution. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116064
The government plans to hold parliamentary sessions on December 18 and 19, according to Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116063
An investigation has been initiated by the Inspector General of Police to assess potential misconduct by police officers related to a road accident involving MP Asoka Ranwala from the National People’s Power party. The inquiry aims to determine if there was any failure in duty. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116062
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the signing of Memoranda of Understanding between various Sri Lankan universities and their foreign counterparts, facilitating collaboration and partnerships in academic initiatives. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116058
Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved the country’s co-hosting of the 2026 Asian Regional Debt Management Conference. This decision reflects Sri Lanka’s commitment to discussing and managing regional debt issues. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116057