November 25

This is 25th of November. It is day 330 of the year. As of today, there are 36 days left until the end of the year. If you are curious about the 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

• 1866 – The Bank of Hindustan, the third oldest bank in India, ceased operations in Ceylon after opening in 1864.
• 2008 – Cyclone Nisha hit northern Sri Lanka, causing 15 deaths and displacing 90,000 people, while bringing the highest rainfall to the region in 90 years.
• 2020 – During an excavation near the Deeghawapi stupa in Ampara, four golden caskets from the 5th century BC were discovered, marking the largest find of its kind in Sri Lanka.

International observance

• International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women