Six officers from the Gampaha Division Crimes Investigation Bureau were arrested for allegedly assaulting a Catholic priest, police said. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117581
The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) will launch an island-wide indefinite trade union action starting tomorrow, January 26, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117580
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged industry and startups to prioritize quality and raise manufacturing excellence as a benchmark, aiming to make Indian products synonymous with top quality. He emphasized rigorous standards, continuous improvement, and competitiveness to strengthen India’s manufacturing ecosystem. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117578
A special island-wide operation yesterday resulted in 443 driving-under-the-influence arrests, with a total of 571 individuals arrested on suspicion of criminal activity, including illicit liquor and drug-related offenses. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117577
Japan’s last two giant pandas, twins Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, are due to leave for China this week. Fans gathered for a final public viewing at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo, bidding farewell as the pair depart for their homeland. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117576
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, unveiled a high-impact US$166 million investment program to support Sri Lankan businesses and accelerate the country’s shift from stabilization to sustainable growth. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117575
Police reported four fatalities in separate road accidents across several areas, including the death of a woman. Investigations are ongoing. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117573
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus rejected the United States’ stated reasons for withdrawing from the World Health Organization, calling them untrue. He argued the withdrawal rationale misrepresented the agency’s work and the U.S.–WHO partnership. The remarks were reported January 25, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117572