Sri Lanka on November 2

This is 2nd of November. It is day 306 of the year. As of today, there are 59 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

• 1868 – Gold was discovered in Sabaragamuwa.
• 1897 – St. Servatius’ College was founded in Matara, originally named St. Servatius’ School by Belgian Jesuit missionaries.
• 1984 – The Urumpirai killings resulted in the deaths of 50 people.
• 1999 – The Oddusuddan Offensive in the Mullaitivu District, initiated by the LTTE in October, ended in victory for the LTTE, claiming hundreds of lives.
• 2001 – The United States classified the LTTE as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist organization.

International observance

• International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists