Sri Lanka on September 13

This is 13th of September. It is day 256 of the year. As of today, there are 109 days left until the end of the year. The island nation, with its cultural heritage and pivotal role in global history, has witnessed numerous defining moments throughout the centuries. From ancient kingdoms and colonial rule to modern independence and national transformation, the country's history is a tapestry of triumphs, struggles, and remarkable achievements. 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

• 1949 – The Soviet Union vetoed Ceylon (Sri Lanka) and other countries’ admission as UN member states, delaying their entry by several years.
• 1990 – Operation Thrividha Balaya, a combined military operation, was launched by Sri Lankan forces in Jaffna to break the siege of the Jaffna Fort garrison.
• 1990 – A Sri Lanka Air Force SIAI-Marchetti SF.260 aircraft was shot down near Palay by the LTTE using anti-aircraft fire.
• 1995 – An Antonov An-32 aircraft was missed, resulting in the deaths of all 7 crew members and 78 passengers.
• 2021 – The total number of COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka exceeded 11,500.

International observance

• Day of the Programmer (on a non-leap year)