Sri Lanka on July 4

This is 4th of July. It is day 185 of the year. As of today, there are 180 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

• 1864 – The Bank of Hindustan commenced operations in Ceylon.
• 1947 – The second term of the State Council of Ceylon concluded after 11 years, 3 months, and 18 days.
• 1996 – A tragic incident unfolded in Jaffna as a female suicide bomber attacked the Minister of Housing, Construction, and Public Utilities, claiming the lives of a Brigadier and 22 others.
• 2015 – The extension of the E01 expressway (Southern Expressway) to Hambantota was officially opened.