Sri Lanka Hot News | Sri Lankan Hot News at Adaderana -Truth First Official News Site

Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad

Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy that sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 12:04 pm

Over 2,300 Vesak ‘Dansal’ registered islandwide so far: PHIU

The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) states that a total of 2,388 ‘Dansals’ across the island have been registered so far to be held in view of the upcoming Vesak festival. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 11:48 am

12 families evacuated as landslide reportedly reactivates in Udakalagama

A landslide has been reported to have reactivated in the Udakalagama area of the Gallella Grama Niladhari Division within the Ratnapura Divisional Secretariat Division, amid the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting the country. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 11:20 am

Death toll rises to 82 in north China coal mine accident

The death toll from a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern China’s Shanxi province has jumped to at least 82, state media reported on Saturday (May 23), with nine still missing. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 11:19 am

Indian retailers raise fuel prices for a third time amid Iran war

Indian state-owned fuel retailers raised petrol and diesel prices for the third time this month, dealers said on Saturday, as the companies look to recoup losses caused by elevated crude oil prices amid the Iran war. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 11:09 am

Special committee to be appointed to protect lands in Eastern Province: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that a special committee, headed by the Deputy Inspector General of Police, will be established to protect lands in the Eastern Province. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 10:36 am

Severed human head washes ashore in Moragalla

A severed human head has washed ashore on the beach located behind a popular tourist hotel in Moragalla, Aluthgama. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 10:08 am

Minor flood warning issued for Kalu Ganga Basin amid heavy rainfall

According to the Department of Irrigation, there is a possibility of a minor flood situation occurring in low-lying areas of the Kalu Ganga basin within the next 24 hours. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 10:03 am

One fatality reported amid ongoing severe weather in Sri Lanka - DMC

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) has reported one fatality due to the adverse weather conditions currently affecting parts of Sri Lanka. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 9:23 am

Early landslide warnings issued to residents in several districts

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide early warnings for six districts due to the prevailing heavy rainfall across the country. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 9:16 am

Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse by Israeli forces while detained

Pro-Palestinian activists who were deported after their Gaza-bound aid flotilla was intercepted in international waters by Israeli forces have alleged they were subjected to abuse while held in detention. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 7:57 am

Flood warning for Attanagalu Oya basin extended by 48 hours

The Department of Irrigation says the flood warning issued for the Attanagalu Oya basin under at 5.30 a.m. yesterday (22) has been extended for the next 48 hours. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 7:35 am

Gabbard resigns as Trump’s top US intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday she was resigning from her job as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence, saying her husband had been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer and she was leaving her role to help him. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 7:15 am

Israeli strikes kill six Lebanese medics in 24 hours, health ministry says

Six Lebanese paramedics were killed in two Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon in the span of 24 hours, Lebanon’s health ministry said on Friday, condemning the attacks as violations of international law. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 7:04 am

Heavy showers expected in several parts of the island today

South-West monsoon is gradually getting established over the island, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

| May 23, 2026 6:48 am

US Dollar selling rate eases below Rs. 340 after recent sharp surge

At the close of interbank transactions today (22), it was observed that the selling rate of the US dollar at several commercial banks had fallen below the Rs. 340 mark. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 10:14 pm

US Secretary of State Rubio sees progress in Iran talks, but says ‘not there yet’

The United States has seen some progress towards a deal with Iran but more work is required, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday, as diplomatic efforts intensified to find an end to a conflict that has roiled the global economy. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 9:55 pm

21 Sri Lankans deported from UAE over alleged criminal links

A group of 21 Sri Lankan nationals, who had been accused of various crimes in Sri Lanka and had fled to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), have been deported back to the country today (22) after being detained by UAE’s security authorities, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 9:52 pm

Meningitis spreading among schoolchildren in several areas; Public urged not to panic

Chief Health Epidemiologist Dr. Palitha Karunapema says that viral meningitis is currently spreading among schoolchildren in certain areas, but there is no need for any undue fear. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 7:53 pm

Catholic Council reconvenes after nine years

A discussion with the Catholic Council has been held yesterday (21) afternoon at the Presidential Secretariat under the co-chairmanship of Minister of Science and Technology, Chrishantha Abeysena and Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 7:51 pm

Passengers advised to arrive early as flooding disrupts access roads to BIA

Passengers traveling to the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake are advised to arrive at least four hours prior to their flights due to flooding affecting the surrounding areas and access roads to the airport. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 7:49 pm

Angunakolapelassa Prison inmate dies from illness amid fever outbreak

The Department of Prisons says an inmate detained at the Angunakolapelassa Prison has died following hospitalization due to a sudden illness. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 6:15 pm

No country should accept ‘‘tolling system’’ in Strait of Hormuz: Marco Rubio

Asserting Washington’s firm stance on global maritime security, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has redoubled pressure on Tehran, identifying its aggressive manoeuvres in vital trade corridors as a non-negotiable hurdle in ongoing diplomatic discussions. MORE..

| May 22, 2026 6:13 pm