October 04

This is 4th of October. It is day 278 of the year. As of today, there are 88 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

• 1880 – A 17-mile railway extension from Kandy to Matale was opened.
• 1978 – The Second Amendment to the 1972 Constitution was passed, making the presidency an executive position.
• 1978 – J. R. Jayewardene was became as the first Executive President of Sri Lanka.
• 1987 – Members of the Deshapremi Janatha Vyaparaya attacked a security forces camp in Trincomalee and seized weapons.

International observance

• World Space Week (October 4–10)
• World Animal Day