Sri Lanka on September 10

This is 10th of September. It is day 253 of the year. As of today, there are 112 days left until the end of the year. The island nation, with its cultural heritage and pivotal role in global history, has witnessed numerous defining moments throughout the centuries. From ancient kingdoms and colonial rule to modern independence and national transformation, the country's history is a tapestry of triumphs, struggles, and remarkable achievements. 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

• 1752 – Jacob de Jong ended his service as Governor of Dutch Ceylon and was succeeded by Joan Gideon Loten.
• 1923 – A. E. Gunasinha founded the Ceylon Labour Union, a new model trade union in Ceylon.
• 1817 – The Great Rebellion began with a few Kandyan chiefs from the Wellassa-Uva District.
• 2008 – The LTTE launched a combined air and artillery attack on the Vavuniya air base.
• 2021 – The total number of COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka exceeded 11,000.
• 2025 – The Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Act was passed by a majority of 150 votes in Parliament, canceling the Presidents’ Entitlements Act of 1986, which provided benefits to former presidents.

International observance

• World Suicide Prevention Day