Today In History
Discover important events that happened on Tuesday, August 12
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Events on 12-08 (English)
- 12-08-1765Treaty of Allahabad: The Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II granted the Diwani rights (right to collect revenue) of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa to the British East India Company. This event significantly strengthened British control over India.12-08-1765Treaty of Allahabad: The Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II granted the Diwani rights (right to collect revenue) of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa to the British East India Company. This event significantly strengthened British control over India.
- 12-08-1833Charter Act of 1833: This act ended the East India Company's commercial activities and made it an administrative body. It also introduced a Law Member to the Governor-General's Council, laying groundwork for future legal reforms.
- 12-08-1857Siege of Lucknow: During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, British forces were besieged in Lucknow by Indian rebels. This prolonged siege became a symbol of fierce resistance and British determination.12-08-1857Siege of Lucknow: During the Indian Rebellion of 1857, British forces were besieged in Lucknow by Indian rebels. This prolonged siege became a symbol of fierce resistance and British determination.
- 12-08-1897Discovery of Plague Bacillus: Alexandre Yersin, a Swiss-French physician, discovered the bacterium responsible for the bubonic plague (Yersinia pestis) in Hong Kong. This discovery was crucial for understanding and combating plague outbreaks in India.
- 12-08-1908Khudiram Bose Executed: Revolutionary Khudiram Bose was hanged by the British for his role in the Muzaffarpur bombing. His martyrdom inspired many young Indians to join the freedom struggle.12-08-1908Khudiram Bose Executed: Revolutionary Khudiram Bose was hanged by the British for his role in the Muzaffarpur bombing. His martyrdom inspired many young Indians to join the freedom struggle.
- 12-08-1919Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms enacted: These reforms introduced diarchy in provinces, allowing for some Indian participation in governance. They were a significant step towards self-governance, though criticized as inadequate.
- 12-08-1942Quit India Movement Intensifies: Following the arrest of Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders, the Quit India Movement escalated with widespread protests and civil disobedience. This marked a crucial phase in India's freedom struggle.12-08-1942Quit India Movement Intensifies: Following the arrest of Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders, the Quit India Movement escalated with widespread protests and civil disobedience. This marked a crucial phase in India's freedom struggle.
- 12-08-1947Radcliffe Line Announced: The boundary line between India and Pakistan was formally announced, leading to massive displacement and violence. This division had profound and lasting consequences for both nations.
- 12-08-1948India's first Olympic gold in Hockey: The Indian men's hockey team won its first Olympic gold medal as an independent nation at the London Olympics. This victory symbolized national pride and sporting excellence.12-08-1948India's first Olympic gold in Hockey: The Indian men's hockey team won its first Olympic gold medal as an independent nation at the London Olympics. This victory symbolized national pride and sporting excellence.
- 12-08-1960Launch of Echo 1: The first passive communication satellite, Echo 1, was launched by NASA. This marked a significant step in space communication, influencing future satellite technology in India.
- 12-08-1971Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation Signed: This treaty solidified a strategic alliance between India and the Soviet Union, providing India with diplomatic and military support. It was crucial during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.12-08-1971Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation Signed: This treaty solidified a strategic alliance between India and the Soviet Union, providing India with diplomatic and military support. It was crucial during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.
- 12-08-1981IBM PC Introduced: IBM launched its Personal Computer, revolutionizing the computing industry globally. This paved the way for the growth of IT and software services in India.
- 12-08-1984Rajiv Gandhi becomes Prime Minister: Following Indira Gandhi's assassination, Rajiv Gandhi took office as the Prime Minister of India. His tenure saw significant reforms in telecommunications and IT.12-08-1984Rajiv Gandhi becomes Prime Minister: Following Indira Gandhi's assassination, Rajiv Gandhi took office as the Prime Minister of India. His tenure saw significant reforms in telecommunications and IT.
- 12-08-1991Economic Reforms Continue: India continued its process of economic liberalization, opening up more sectors to private and foreign investment. These reforms transformed India's economy and integrated it with the global market.
- 12-08-1998Pokhran-II Aftermath: International sanctions against India continued following the nuclear tests. India navigated diplomatic challenges while asserting its strategic autonomy.12-08-1998Pokhran-II Aftermath: International sanctions against India continued following the nuclear tests. India navigated diplomatic challenges while asserting its strategic autonomy.
- 12-08-2000Census 2001 Preparations: Preparations for the decadal Census of India intensified, focusing on data collection for population, literacy, and economic activities. This provided crucial demographic insights for policy making.
- 12-08-2008India's First Individual Olympic Gold: Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in shooting at the Beijing Olympics. This historic achievement boosted India's presence in international sports.12-08-2008India's First Individual Olympic Gold: Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual Olympic gold medal in shooting at the Beijing Olympics. This historic achievement boosted India's presence in international sports.
- 12-08-2014Digital India Initiative Announced: The 'Digital India' program was conceptualized, aiming to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. It sought to improve online infrastructure and services.
- 12-08-2016GST Council Formed: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council was constituted, a key step towards implementing the uniform indirect tax regime. This aimed to simplify taxation and improve ease of doing business.12-08-2016GST Council Formed: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council was constituted, a key step towards implementing the uniform indirect tax regime. This aimed to simplify taxation and improve ease of doing business.
- 12-08-2019Jammu & Kashmir Reorganization: Post Article 370 abrogation, administrative measures were underway for the reorganization of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. This marked a significant constitutional and political change.
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