Sri Lanka on May 15

This is 15th of May. It is day 135 of the year. As of today, there are 230 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

• 1971 – Indian patrol boats intercepted two North Korean vessels near the Sri Lankan sea area, confiscating weapons, food and literature, and arresting eight North Koreans linked to the JVP.
• 1985 – The Kumudini boat massacre in Jaffna claimed the lives of 23 individuals.
• 2011 – A sapling from the Sacred Bodhi tree in Anuradhapura, was planted in New Manila, Quezon City (Philippines).

International observance(s)

• International Conscientious Objectors Day
• International Day of Families