1985 | The country's first fast breeder nuclear react started functioning in Kalpakkam. |
1971 | Bangladesh separated from Pakistan and became an independent nation after agreeing to a cease-fire between India and Pakistan. |
1993 | 'Education for all' conference starts in New Delhi. |
2004 | Doordarshan's free to air DTH service 'DD Direct +; Was launched by the Prime Minister. |
1903 | The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in Mumbai was opened for guests. |
2012 | In New Delhi, a woman was gang-raped in a bus, leading to public protests against the Government of India and the Government of Delhi. |
1937 | Hawa Singh, one of the best boxers in India, was born. |