All schools in Uva Province to reopen on December 29 – Secretary
All schools in Uva Province will reopen on December 29, according to Secretary to the Ministry of Education, Nalaka Kaluwewe. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116056
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CHEC Port City Colombo donates Rs. 10M, provides critical support for Sri Lanka s recovery
CHEC Port City Colombo has donated Rs. 10 million to support Sri Lanka’s recovery from Cyclone Ditwah, offering both financial aid and on-ground assistance to aid the nation in overcoming the disaster’s aftermath. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116054
Husband axed to death by wife in Valaichchenai
A 46-year-old man was fatally attacked with an axe by his wife in the Valaichchenai-Vahaneri area. He sustained severe injuries and died at the scene, according to police reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116053
PM highlights global support for Sri Lanka s recovery efforts in meetings with foreign envoys
The Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, discussed global support for the country’s recovery during meetings with foreign envoys, including a courtesy visit from Kazakhstan’s Ambassador, Sergey Viktorov, at Temple Trees. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116052
Tourist arrivals exceed 2.2 million this year
Over 2.2 million tourists have visited the country this year, indicating a strong influx of visitors, as reported on December 16, 2025. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116051
Death toll from Bolivia floods rises to 20; at least two dozen missing
The death toll from floods in Bolivia’s Santa Cruz region has reached 20, with at least two dozen people reported missing. Rescue teams are continuing to reach inaccessible areas, and officials anticipate the number of casualties may increase, according to Deputy Civil Defense Minister Alfredo Troche. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116050
Police Sergeant interdicted over close contact with Duplicate Sewwandi
A Police Sergeant has been suspended for allegedly having close contact with Nanda Kumar Thakshee, a female suspect detained for 90 days in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, known as Ganemulla Sanjeewa, at the Aluthkade court complex. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116048
NBRO conducts special inspections of landslide-risk schools in Central Province
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has started special inspections of schools in Central Province at risk of landslides, prompted by adverse weather conditions from Cyclone Ditwah. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116047
Police Sergeant dies after being hit by speeding motorcycle
A Police Sergeant from the Welipenna Police Station died after being hit by a speeding motorcycle on the Aluthgama-Mathugama road, according to Welipenna Police. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116046
Former Minister C.B. Rathnayake granted bail
Former Minister C.B. Rathnayake, who was detained by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), has been granted bail. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116045