Sri Lanka on February 9

This is 9th of February. It is day 40 of the year. As of today, there are 325 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

• 1640 – The Dutch captured Negombo, and Galle was attacked and taken by the Dutch under Commodore Koster.
• 1900 – An earthquake was felt in Sri Lanka and India.
• 1999 – Operation Jayasikurui (Certain Victory), which began on 13 May 1997 by the Sri Lankan military, ended when the LTTE defeated the forces, resulting in thousands of deaths on both sides.
• 2009 – Shelling in Mattalan and the No Fire Zone in Mullaitivu killed 52 people and injured 76.