Sri Lanka on August 8

This is 8th of August. It is day 220 of the year. As of today, there are 145 days left until the end of the year. If you are curious about the most important and notable historical footprint of Sri Lanka, let us delve into more On This Day events to uncover fascinating tidbits from the nation's history that covers for 365 days.

Today’s Highlight

• 1915 – The Sinhalese–Muslim riots, which began on 28 May, came to an end.
• 1848 – Weerapuran Appu, who rebelled (Matala Rebellion) against the British in Sri Lanka, was hanged.
• 1983 – The Sixth Amendment, which prohibits acts against the territorial integrity (division of the nation), was incorporated into the constitution and became law.
• 1992 – A land mine attack in Kayts, Jaffna, killed senior military and naval officers, including a Lieutenant General, a Major General, a Rear Admiral, and others.

International observance

• Happiness Happens Day
• International Cat Day