WORLD EVENTS ON 13 JULY

Every day brings new hope in our life and change is the name of life. Today, in the annals of world history the important events happened and synopsis of which is formulated here: 

1. International Rock Day:

It is an annual celebration that honors the influential and diverse genre of rock music. This global event brings together music enthusiasts from all walks of life to appreciate the power, energy, and rebellious spirit that rock embodies. It is a time to recognize the profound impact rock music has had on popular culture and its ability to inspire and unite people worldwide. Celebrations include listening to favorite rock tracks, attending concerts, organizing music festivals, and sharing the love for rock on social media platforms. Whether you're a casual listener or a devoted fan, International Rock Day is an opportunity to embrace the genre's timeless legacy and immerse yourself in its raw emotions and electrifying sound. The largest rock n roll concert audience was at the Live Aid concert in 1985. This concert was organized to raise money for the Ethiopian famine relief. The concert was held in London and Philadelphia and featured some of the biggest names in rock music. An estimated 1.5 billion people watched the concert on television.

2. Paavo Nurmi’s world record of 3000 metre :

Paavo Nurmi, a Finnish middle-distance and long-distance runner, set numerous world records during his career. Finnish middle-distance runner Paavo Nurmi made history on July 13th, 1926, by running the 3000m in a remarkable time of 8 minutes and 20.4 seconds. This outstanding achievement established a new world record, showcasing Nurmi's exceptional talent and endurance. 

3. First Chinese Awarded by Nobel Prize died on this day 2017:

Liu Xiaobo, the courageous Chinese intellectual and outspoken government critic, is renowned for his unwavering commitment to democracy and human rights. As a former literature professor at Beijing Normal University, he fearlessly tackled Chinese society and culture through his writings. Liu's courageous stance led to multiple imprisonments, including his involvement in the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and his criticism of China's policies towards Taiwan and the Dalai Lama. In 2009, he received an 11-year prison sentence for his participation in Charter '08, a manifesto advocating political reforms in China. His unyielding dedication earned Liu the Nobel Peace Prize in 2010. Sadly, he passed away on July 13, 2017, due to complications from liver cancer. Liu Xiaobo's legacy as an emblem of resilience and the fight for human rights continues to resonate globally.

3. Longest semi-final match in Wimbledon history:

South African tennis player Kevin Anderson and American John Isner competed in the longest semi-final match in Wimbledon history on July 13th, 2018. The grueling encounter lasted 6 hours and 36 minutes. This match was won by Anderson.

4. Establishment of Scottish Church College:

Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Alexander Duff, a Christian missionary, established the Scottish Church College in Calcutta (now Kolkata), India, on July 13th, 1830. The college played a significant role in promoting modern education and religious reform in colonial India.

5. Assassination of Jean-Paul Marat:

Jean-Paul Marat, a prominent figure in the French Revolution and a leader of the radical Montagnard faction, was assassinated on July 13th, 1793. Marat was stabbed to death by Charlotte Corday, a young supporter of the Girondin faction. Corday was subsequently guillotined for her actions.

6. Births On This Day, July 13

a) 1979 Craig Bellamy - Welsh footballer.

b) 1950 Ma Ying-jeou - Taiwanese politician

c) 1942 Harrison Ford - American actor
d) 1940 Patrick Stewart - English actor
e) 1821 Nathan Bedford Forrest - American Confederate Army General

7. Deaths On This Day, July 13

a) 2010 George Steinbrenner - American businessman

b) 1976 Joachim Peiper - German SS officer

c) 1954 Frida Kahlo - Mexican painter

d) 1946 Alfred Stieglitz - American photographer

e) 1024 Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor

WHAT ARE THE WORLD EVENTS OF 18 JULY

There are several noteworthy events that happened on July 18 in the annals of history, and that's why it's an important day in world history.

1. Nelson Mandela Day: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela

Mandela Day is an annual global celebration that takes place on 18 July to honor the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. This day is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organizations to take time to reflect on Mandela's values and principles and to make a positive impact in their own communities.

This day honors the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, a renowned leader and advocate for equality. He was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was born in was born into the Madiba clan in the village of Mvezo, in the Eastern Cape, on 18 July 1918, in South Africa. This day serves as a reminder of Mandela's values of forgiveness, unity, and social justice. This day inspires us to reflect on the importance of equality and the power of unity to bring about positive change and make our society more inclusive.

This day was officially declared by the United Nations in 2009 in recognition of Nelson Mandela's contribution to peace and freedom. For Nelson Mandela International Day 2023, it is the vision of the Nelson Mandela Foundation for the world to unite and act decisively against the consequences of climate change and food insecurity.

2. Establishment Of Bombay University:

It was established on this day in 1857. which is the aftermath of  'Wood's Education Dispatch' drafted by Charles Wood in 1854. Madras and Calcutta Universities were established in the same year.

3. The Indian Independence Act-1947:

The Indian Independence Act, of 1947 received the Royal assent and entered into force on 18th July 1947. This Act put into action the Mountbatten Plan for the independence and partition of India. Pakistan became independent on 14th August and India on 15th August 1947. Muhammad Ali Jinnah was appointed Pakistan’s Governor-General and Lord Mountbatten became India’s Governal-General. 

4. Rohini Satellite-1 :

It was a  spin-stabilized satellite designed with a power handling capability of 16W. It was successfully launched onboard SLV-3 from SHAR Sriharikota Range  Centre on July 18, 1980, into an orbit of 305 x 919 km with an inclination of 44.7°. All the fourth-stage parameters of SLV-3 were successfully telemetered to the ground stations by RS-1 during the launch phase. The satellite had an orbital life of 9 months. The satellite carried a Digital sun sensor, Magnetometer, and temperature sensors. The structure was made of Aluminium Alloy.

5. Intel Company Born: 

Intel First Facility

On this day in 1968, Intel was established when Robert Noyce and Gordon Moore. They were already leaders in the Silicon Valley Technology Industry for their work on integrated circuits and decided to form a new company that would let them pursue innovation on their own terms. The company's first year would be shaped largely by startup considerations — raising capital, finding facilities and even just determining a new name for the company — but even in these early operations, one can see the roots of the global tech giant Intel would eventually become as the world's largest semiconductor chip manufacturer.

6. Mein Kampf: Autobiography-Adolf Hitler:

Adolf Hilter was born in Austria on April 20, 1889. As a young man, he wanted to become an artist, but was rejected twice by the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna. While in Vienna, he worked as a struggling painter copying scenes from postcards and selling his paintings to merchants and tourists. He served in the Bavarian Army during World War-I and received two Iron Crosses for his service. He was discharged from the army in March 1920. Hitler was arrested when he took out a mass demonstration in favour of national unity for the formation of a socialist German state. He was tried by the People’s Court in Munich and subsequently, imprisoned for thirteen months in Landsberg prison for the crime of treason. While there, he dictated the first volume of his autobiographical book Mein Kampf (My Struggle) to his deputy Rudolf Hess and the book was published on 18 July 1925. The second volume was written after he was released. This book will give you an insight into one of the greatest tyrants of this century, his political ideals, beliefs, and motivation, and his struggle to consolidate Germany into one great nation. 

7. Birthday On This day:

a) July 18,1980, Kristen Bell, American actress.

b) July 18,1950, Jack Layton, Canadian politician.

c) On July 18, 1950, Richard Branson, an English businessman founded Virgin Group.

e) July 18, 1921, John Glenn, an American astronaut, and politician.

f) July 18, 1918, Nelson Mandela, South African politician, President of South Africa, Nobel Prize laureate.

8. Deaths On This Day:

a) July 18,1988 Nico, German singer-songwriter, model, and actress.

b) July 18,1918 Princess Elisabeth of Hesse and by Rhine.

c) July 18,1872 Benito Juarez, Mexican lawyer, politician, 25th President      of Mexico.

d) July 18, 1817, Jane Austen, English author.

e) July 18, 1792, John Paul Jones, American navy commander.

WORLD EVENTS ON 30 JUNE

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1. 30th of June is celebrated as the International Asteriod Day:

The day officially launched in 2014 with the support of more than 200 astronauts. It took two more years before it was officially recognized by the United Nations in 2016. International Asteroid Day was founded by Stephen Hawking and a collection of other people, including an Apollo 9 astronaut, a filmmaker, and Brian May – who was the guitarist for Queen and also an astrophysicist. June 30 was chosen for the day as it is the anniversary of the 1908 incident in Siberia.

• 65 Million Years Ago: The Chicxulub Event happens. Perhaps the reason that dinosaurs no longer roam the earth, this asteroid was roughly 10-80 km in size and hits earth in what is modern day Mexico.

• 1908: Tunguska Event in Siberia. An asteroid lands in remote parts of Russia and has an impact of eight hundred square miles.

• 1989: Galileo spacecraft is launched. The first spacecraft to orbit an outer planet, Galileo is also the first to observe an asteroid from a short distance.

• 2013:Small asteroid hits in Russia. The first asteroid event on earth in the 21st century, this one is only 20 meters in diameter and it explodes while still approximately 30 km in the air, though it did still cause a fair share of damage.

2. On this day of 30th June we celebrate Social Media Day:

Social Media Day was launched by the popular website Mashable back in 2010, and often sees fans of the site going to real-life meetups

The Social media seems to be everywhere now a  days. Though the days of social media pioneer Myspace are now long gone, we’re constantly hearing about trending topics on Twitter, laughing at social media fails and many people are obsessive about keeping up with their Facebook news feed. Even if Facebook and Twitter aren’t for you, there’s still blogging, Vine, Snapchat, and even LinkedIn, among many others. Even businesses have recognized the value of social media for connecting with customers and selling their product, as well as quickly updating users about problems affecting their service.

Social media has become a major factor in the world. For many of us, it is how we keep up with what our friends are up to, even if they’re on the other side of the planet. It has also played a big part in world events. Twitter was used to organise protests and report on events during the Arab Spring, for example. On a more shallow note, Twitter is a great way to keep up with what your favorite celebrities are up to – as long as they don’t just use it to Instagram pictures of their lunch!

If we’re honest, most of us use social media for less than upright purposes ourselves. We use it to show off our holidays and what adventures we have planned for the weekend. Almost everyone presents an idealised version of themselves on social media, whether by detagging unflattering photos or implying their life is more exciting and glamorous than it really is. Never compare yourself negatively to your friends on social media as you’re only seeing what they want you to see! There are lots of reasons to love Social Media Day. 

There are lots of reasons to love Social Media Day. One of our favorite things about social media is that it is ripe for discovery. It gives everyone the ability to have a voice. They can document their daily activities, share their opinions, and showcase their talents. Up-and-coming entertainers have often found stardom through social media. Just look at Justin Bieber; he was touted via YouTube. Social media opens up a world of possibilities for people, and that is something very exciting! It is also a great place for people to find out news and information. A lot of people will turn to Twitter for the latest updates, rather than heading to news websites, as used to be the case.

Social Media Day has been taking place since the 30th of June in 2010. It was was the brainchild of Mashable as a way of recognizing the impact that social media has had on communications around the world, as well as bringing people together to celebrate. Social media is used by most people on a daily basis. It enables us to communicate with our friends and family in a quick and convenient way. There are a lot of people who also use social media as a business, such as social media influencers. They make money by sharing content with their followers. It is crazy to think about the role that social media plays in society today.

On the strenght of this, Mashable decided that it would be a good idea to create a day to honor social media. For those who are unaware, Mashable is a worldwide entertainment and multi-platform media business. They are known for using social media as part of their operations. They are also known for their awards – the Mashable Awards – which recognize the best online services and communities. The company was established in 2005 by Pete Cashmore and it is headquartered in New York.

Important and significant events that had occurred on 29 june thorughtout the world in the annals of the history:

1. Signing of the Treaty of Versailles (1919) :

The treaty that officially ended World War I on June 30, 1919, set several conditions for Germany, including territorial integration, disarmament, and reparations. This largely shaped European geopolitics and set the stage for future global conflicts.

2. Discovery of the neutrino (1930)

The discovery of the neutrino on June 30, 1930 presented an important opportunity in physics. The discovery of the neutrino by the Italian physicist Wolfgang Pauli, who proposed the existence of these rare subatomic particles to explain the apparent calculation of energy conservation in certain forms of radioactive decay, changed our understanding of nature of microbiology and allowed us to conduct further research in this field .

3. Congo Independence (1960) :

On June 30, 1960, the Republic of Congo gained independence from Belgian colonial rule. The program marked a milestone in the decolonization movement and highlighted the aspirations of African states for self-government. The years that followed, however, were marred by political instability and conflict that shaped the country’s history in the post-independence era.

4. Establishment of the European Central Bank (1998) :

On 30 June 1998, the European Central Bank (ECB) was established as the central monetary institution of the euro area. The main goal of the ECB is to maintain inflation and support economic growth in its member countries. The establishment of the ECB represented a major step towards European unification and the introduction of the euro as a common currency.

5. Launch of the Human Genome Project (2000) :

This day marked the official launch of the Human Genome Project, an international research initiative aimed at deciphering the complete sequence of the human genome. This groundbreaking endeavor provided invaluable insights into the genetic blueprint of our species, fueling advancements in medicine, genetics, and biotechnology. The Human Genome Project revolutionized our understanding of human biology and opened up new possibilities for personalized medicine.

6. The Death of Michael Jackson (2009):

It was a tragic moment when on 30 June 2009 which marked the untimely death of pop icon Michael Jackson. Known as the "King of Pop," Jackson's musical contributions and artistic influence resonated across the globe. His passing left a profound impact on the music industry and sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans worldwide. Jackson's legacy as a performer, songwriter, and philanthropist endures to this day.

7. On this day we celebrate the birth anniversary of the following famous persons:

• Lena Horne (1917-2010): Born on June 30, 1917, Lena Horne was an iconic American singer, actress, and civil rights activist. Known for her enchanting voice and captivating performances, Horne broke barriers in the entertainment industry and became a symbol of African-American excellence. Her powerful renditions of jazz and blues music earned her accolades and paved the way for future generations of artists.
  

• Michael Phelps (Born 1985): Born on June 30, 1985, Michael Phelps is widely regarded as one of the greatest swimmers in history. With an astonishing record of 23 Olympic gold medals, Phelps dominated the sport and set numerous world records throughout his career. His unparalleled dedication, skill, and mental toughness made him an inspiration to aspiring athletes worldwide.
  

• Mike Tyson (Born 1966): On June 30, 1966, Mike Tyson, the legendary professional boxer, was born. Known for his ferocious fighting style and immense power, Tyson became the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world at the age of 20, setting a record as the youngest boxer to achieve such a feat. Beyond his boxing prowess, Tyson's life journey has been a testament to resilience and personal growth.

• Angela Sarafyan (Born 1983): Angela Sarafyan, born on June 30, 1983, is an Armenian-American actress who has gained recognition for her versatile performances in both film and television. She has appeared in notable productions such as "Westworld" and "The Promise," showcasing her talent and captivating audiences with her compelling portrayals.

• Haim Saban (Born 1944): Born on June 30, 1944, Haim Saban is an influential media mogul, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. As the founder of Saban Entertainment, he has played a pivotal role in the development and distribution of popular animated television series, including the beloved "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers." Saban's entrepreneurial acumen and philanthropic endeavors have made a significant impact on the entertainment industry and beyond.

8. The world's first emergency telephone number, 999, introduced in 1937:

The world's first emergency telephone number, 999, was introduced in 1937. The emergency number, 999, is the official emergency number for the United Kingdom. First introduced in the London area on 30 June 1937, the UK's 999 number is the world's oldest emergency call telephone service.

9. Mahatma Gandhi was arrested for the first time in 1914:

Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation, was arrested for the first time in 1914 while agitating for the rights of Indians in South Africa.

10. The first leap second is added to UTC in 1972:

The first leap second was inserted into the UTC time scale on June 30, 1972. Leap seconds are used to keep the difference between UT1 and UTC to within ±0.9 s.

11. The day Superman first appeared on the pages of comic books in 1938:

Created by writer Joe Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, the character first appeared in the comic book 'Action Comics #1' dated June 30, 1938. The issue dedicated 13 pages to the origin story of Superman. Superman is featured on the cover of Action Comics 1. The iconic artwork shows him lifting a car with an explosion in the background. 

12. "Parliaments For The Planet"-2023:

The International Day of Parliamentarism is celebrated every year on 30 June, the date in 1889 on which the IPU was founded. The Day was established in 2018 through a United Nations General Assembly Resolution. 

Instituting an international day for parliaments is particularly important at this critical time for parliamentary democracy, when people are losing trust in political institutions and democracy itself is facing challenges from populist and nationalist movements. If democracy is to thrive, then parliaments, as the cornerstone of functioning democracies, need to be strong, transparent, accountable and representative.

The International Day of Parliamentarism is a time to review the progress that parliaments have made in achieving some key goals to be more representative and move with the times, including carrying out self-assessments, working to include more women and young MPs, and adapting to new technologies.

22 JULY WHAT EVENTS HAD OCCURED ON THIS DATE

There are many notable events that happened on July 22 throughout history, and that's why it's an important day in world history.

1678- Shivaji won the Vellore fort

The year 1676-77 CE saw a 14-month-long siege at the Vellore fort. Shivaji’s commander, Sardar Sabnis Narhari Rudra marched strategically and built two small forts called “Sajra” and “Gojra” at a distance of about two km from the Vellore fort. Situated at a higher elevation, they overlooked the Vellore fort and allowed them to keep a watchful eye. In the bombardment which followed, it is said that about 400 of the 500 people who were guarding the fort were killed before Abdullah Khan, the then-general defending the fort, surrendered it to the Marathas on the 21st of August, 1678.

1702 - Merging of East India Company

The East India Company took off in the name of " The Governor and Company of Merchants of London Trading into the East Indies". Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603) granted a royal charter to this company on 31 December 1600, to trade exclusively with the East. Its first Governor was Thomas Smith. The group forming the company was known as the Merchant Adventurers because its members were expert extortionists and as a matter of policy, gentlemen were not inducted into its service. In the last decade of the 17th century, the opponents of the East India Company formed a New Company. In keeping with the prevailing policy of bribing and corruption the new Company gave a loan of 20,00,000 pounds to the English Government. Thus, a clash between the two trading companies was inevitable, though a compromise was finally reached to merge the two companies to make a United Company by in 1702. This company Company was renamed as the "United Company of Merchants of England Trading in the East Indies". However, in common parlances, it came to be known as the East India Company.

1981-Functioning of India's First GeoSatationary Satellite APPLE

The Ariane Passenger Payload Experiment (APPLE) was ISRO's first indigenous, experimental communication satellite. It was launched into GTO (Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit) by the third development flight of the ESA'a Ariane vehicle from Kourou on June 19, 1981. It was designed and built in just two years with limited infrastructure in industrial sheds. On July 22nd, 1981, India’s first geostationary satellite APPLE started functioning.

1894- First Motor Race:

The first motor car race in history, which took place on July 22, 1894, over the 126-kilometer route from Paris to Rouen, was not just about speed. Rather the aim was for vehicles to demonstrate their excellent road-going credentials as part of the competition organized by the French daily newspaper “Le Petit Journal”: the vehicle to win would be the one that most effectively fulfilled the criteria, “to be easy to operate for the competitors without any danger and not too expensive to run”.

1972 - Soft Landing  Of Venera-8 on Venus

Venera 8 was the Soviet Union's first fully successful mission to Venus. Landing on July 22, 1972, the probe operated a full 50 minutes, sending back data about the amount of light reaching the surface, as well as confirming the temperature and pressure data recorded by Venera 7.

1991 - Brioni Declaration Signed

The agreement was signed by Slovenia, Croatia, and Yugoslavia on the Brioni islands in Croatia. The agreement marked the end of hostilities that began with the Slovenian War of Independence. Also known as the Ten Day War, the conflict began after Slovenia declared independence from Yugoslavia.

In 1862- President Abraham Lincoln presented a preliminary draft of the Emancipation Proclamation to his Cabinet.

In 1943, American forces led by Gen. George S. Patton captured Palermo, Sicily, during World War II.

In 1967, American author, historian, and poet Carl Sandburg died at his North Carolina home at age 89.

In 1975, the House of Representatives joined the Senate in voting to restore the American citizenship of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee.

In 2011, Anders Breivik a self-described “militant nationalist,” massacred 69 people at a Norwegian island youth retreat after detonating a bomb in nearby Oslo that killed eight others in the nation’s worst violence since World War II.

23 JULY WHAT HAPPENED ON THIS DAY IN WORLD HISTORY

"History is the novel for the people is the author."

In the annals of history, there are several notable events that happened on 23 JULY, and some important ones are described below:

1. NATIONAL BROADCASTING DAY:

Today is National Broadcasting Day. On this day in 1927, the first-ever radio broadcast in the country went on the air from the Bombay Station under a private company, the Indian Broadcasting Company. On the 8th of June, 1936, the Indian State Broadcasting Service became All India Radio.

Since 1927, Radio has been an important part of people's life in India. All India Radio has been serving to inform, educate and entertain the masses truly living up to its motto - 'Bahujan Hitaya, Bahujan Sukhaya'.National Broadcasting Day, is an occasion to celebrate the journey of All India Radio and reflect on the influence it has on social integration as well as social change.

2. NATIONAL PARENT'S DAY:

In America, National Parents Day is annually observed on the fourth Sunday in July and in 2023 it falls on 22 July. This day is celebrated to honour all the parents who play a vital role in the lives of children. Their unconditional love and sacrifice for their children can't be measured.

3. FIRST AMERICAN TO TRAVEL IN SPACE:

USA astronaut, Sally Ride who was the first American woman to travel in space in 2012, died at the age of 61. She was 32 years old when she became the eldest American astronaut to visit space. Ride left NASA in 1987 after participating in two missions with the Space Shuttle Challenger.

4. BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF BAL GANGADHAR TILAK:

Today is the 166th birth anniversary of Bal Gangadhar Tilak was born on July 23, 1856, in Ratnagiri in Maharashtra. He was a strong advocate of Swaraj or self-rule and played a pioneering role in building a mass political consciousness towards the Indian independence movement. His call for self-rule with the slogan "Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it" inspired millions during the freedom struggle.

Great nationalist, social reformer, and mass leader Keshav Gangadhar Tilak, popularly known as Bal Gangadhar Tilak and was conferred the title of Lokmanya, meaning "accepted by the people as a leader."

He was a mathematician, philosopher, and scholar. Tilak was well-read in Hindu scriptures, and also he was influenced by Western thoughts of metaphysics and politics. He had read Voltaire, Rousseau, Hegel and Kant. He graduated from Deccan College, Pune, in 1877, with a first class in Mathematics. He also obtained a law degree.

5. BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF CHANDRA SHEKHAR:

Chandra Shekhar Tiwari, popularly known as Chandra Shekhar Azad, was an Indian revolutionary. He was born on 23 July 1906 in Bhabha village, Madhya Pradesh.

A revolutionary who reorganized the Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) and participated in the Kakori train robbery and assassination of British police officer John Saunders.

WORLD EVENTS ON 25 JUNE

 The world historical events that occurred on 25 June:

1. In 1678, Elena Cornaro Piscopia became the first woman to receive a Ph.D. from the University of Padua in Italy. This was a significant achievement for women in academia.

2. The Battle of Little Bighorn happened in 1876 in Montana, USA. Native American tribes like the Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho won against the U.S. Army's 7th Cavalry Regiment, led by General George Custer.

3. The Korean War started in 1950 when North Korean forces invaded South Korea. This war had a lasting impact and resulted in a division between North and South Korea.

4. Mozambique gained independence from Portugal on June 25, 1975. It marked the end of Portuguese colonial rule and the establishment of the People's Republic of Mozambique.

5. In 1978, Argentina won the FIFA World Cup, defeating the Netherlands. It was their first-ever World Cup victory and brought joy to the people of Argentina.

25 JULY PRESENT AND PAST WORLD EVENTS

What happened on 25 July in the annals of History. Many notable world events occurred on this date concerning the present and past. We first take a look at our past chronological important events and at the end, we will describe the current world eye-catching events in brief.

1. WORLD DROWNING PREVENTION DAY:

Every year on July 25th, the World Drowning Prevention Day is observed. This event was declared in April 2021 by a UN General Assembly resolution. It aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of drowning on families and communities worldwide. The day also provides an excellent opportunity to promote life-saving strategies and prevent this tragedy from happening.

2. FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT :

Pratibha Patil, a lawyer, and politician was sworn in as the first female president of India on this day in 2007 for a term of five years.

3. FIRST WOMAN WHO WALKS IN SPACE:

On this day in 1984, Svetlana Savitskaya becomes the First Woman to Walk in Space, She was a Soviet cosmonaut and a part of the Soyuz T-12 mission, which docked at the Salyut 7 Space station. She was also the second woman to go into space and the first to go to space twice.

4. FIRST TEST TUBE BABY WAS BORN:

On this day in 1978, World's first test tube baby is born. Louise Joy Brown was the first person to be conceived using in-vitro fertilization or IVF technology, pioneered by doctors Patrick Steptoe and Robert Edwards in England.

5. RED PLANET PHOTO:

On this day in 1976, the renowned photograph of the Face on Mars was captured. Viking 1, the first space probe to successfully land on Mars took the famous photo of the Cydonia region on the Red Planet.

6. TUNISIA FREEDOM:

Today marks a significant milestone in Tunisian history as the country gained independence from France in 1956. Tunisia had been under the French protectorate since 1881, as per the Treaty of Bardo. However, the road to independence was not without its challenges. Civil unrest and conflict plagued the country during this time, but the leadership of Habib Bourguiba ultimately led to Tunisia becoming an independent nation with him as its first president.

7. ASSASSINATION OF PHOOLAN DEVI:

Phoolan Devi was born in the village of Gorha Ka Purwa in Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India on 10 August 1963. She was an Indian bandit who went from being a notorious outlaw to a Member of Parliament. She was a Dalit woman who was gang-raped at the age of 11 by upper-caste men, and later joined a bandit gang and became its leader. She was imprisoned for 11 years, but was released in 1994 and later elected to Parliament. On this day, 25 July 2001, she was assassinated in New Delhi at the age of 37.

8. DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF SAMUEL TAYLOR:

Samuel Taylor Coleridge was a poet, literary critic, philosopher, and theologian who was born in Ottery St. Mary, Devonshire, England in 1772. He met William Wordsworth in 1795 and they collaborated on Lyrical Ballads, a key work of the Romantic Movement. He struggled with addiction to opium for much of his life and died on this day of 25 July in 1834.

9. WYOMING TERRITORY:

Wyoming is a state in the United States of America. On this date, 25 July 1868, President Andrew Johnson signed the Wyoming Organic Act creating the Wyoming Territory using lands from the Dakota, Idaho, and Utah territories. The first territorial capital was Cheyenne. It was the first territory in the United States to grant women's suffrage i.e. the political rights of the women to cast their vote.

10. WHO WORKSHOP ON BIODIVERSITY, TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE:

World Health Organization (WHO) with Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) hosting the first global workshop on biodiversity, traditional knowledge, health, and well-being from July 25-28, 2023 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The workshop will bring together stakeholders from around the world to discuss the role of biodiversity and traditional knowledge in promoting health and well-being. The workshop will focus on four key areas - the contribution of biodiversity and traditional knowledge to health and well-being, challenges to the sustainable use of biodiversity and traditional knowledge, opportunities for strengthening the role of biodiversity and traditional knowledge in health and well-being, the role of policy in promoting the use of traditional knowledge for health.

24 JULY WHAT WORLD EVENTS HAPPENED

There are several notable events that happened on July 24 throughout history, and that's why it's an important day in Indian and world history.

1. INDIAN'S INCOME TAX DAY:

It was on 24 July 1860 that Income Tax Day was introduced in India by Sir James Wilson in order to compensate for the losses incurred by the British regime during the Revolt of 1857. This year marks the 162nd anniversary of the occasion, also called Aaykar Diwas. The Income Tax Department organizes several activities to spread awareness about the importance of taxation to provide services to the citizens, for payment of government obligations, and to undertake developmental works for the betterment of the country.

2. NATIONAL THERMAL ENGINEER DAY:

The day was established in 2014 by Advanced Thermal Solutions Inc (ATS), a US-based private company working in the area of thermal energy regulation and electronic packaging solutions. July 24 was chosen as National Thermal Engineer Day as it is one of the hottest days of the year in the northern hemisphere.

Thermal energy, also known as internal energy, is all around us. It is the energy contained inside a system and is responsible for its temperature. Heat is the flow of thermal energy and those who work in the field of internal heat and its transfer are known as Thermal Engineers. The day recognizes the hard work and dedication of those involved in thermal engineering. The discovery of thermal energy is commonly attributed to English physicist, mathematician, and brewer James Prescott Joule. He made the discovery in 1847 while experimenting with fluids which ultimately led to the development of a separate branch of physics to study thermal energy known as Thermodynamics.

3. INTERNATIONAL SELF-CARE DAY:

International Self-Care Day is a worldwide event annually observed on the 24th of July, signifying the need and practicing self-care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The International Self-Care Foundation (ISF), a UK-based organization, created International Self-Care Day in the year 2011. This day marks the final day of International Self-Care Month (the 24th of June-the 24th of July), which provides a significant opportunity to spread the word about the advantages of effective self-health -management globally. This year 2023, the International Self-Care Day 2023 theme is “Resilience, adaptability, and thriving in adversity”, a call to action on a worldwide scale to develop resilience, which can assist one in managing stress, coping with negative emotions, and maintaining physical and mental health.

The following Course of Action one should adopt for Self Care:

1. Walking for 30 minutes a day or daily exercise

2. Having 3 to 4 liters of water in a day

3. Consuming a balanced and healthy diet rich in fiber

4. Having 6 to 8 hours of sleep in a day

5. Decreasing screen time

6. Relaxing activities such as meditation and yoga regularly

7. Developing a positive attitude

8. Scheduling regular screening tests

9. Maintaining body hygiene

10. Having a long walk in the garden

11. Volunteering for charity work

12. Listening to music

13. Reading motivational stories

14. Solving brain puzzles

15. Learning something new daily.

4. SECOND GLOBAL SEARCH OF SPICE LAND:

On this day in 1525 Second attempt to circumnavigate the globe as seven ships depart Corunna headed by García Jofre de Loaísa on orders of King Charles I of Spain for the Spice Islands.

5. CONSTANTINOPLE GREAT FIRE:

On this day in 1660 Great Fire of 1660 in Constantinople; two-thirds of the city is destroyed.

6. HENRI CORNET:

On this day in 1904, Henri Cornet won the second Tour De France race.

7. BJORKO TREATY:

On this day in 1905, Tsar Nicholas II (Russia) and Emperor Wilhelm II (Germany) sign the Bjorko Treaty, whereby each country agrees to come to the other's defense if attacked by European powers.

8. NO TAX ON LIGHT AND AIR:

On this day in 1851, the long hated Window Tax was abolished in the United Kindom of Great Britain. The Window Tax was introduced in England in 1696 during the reign of King William III as a property tax based on the number of windows in a building. The more windows a property had, the higher the tax it attracted. The tax was primarily levied on the wealthy, as larger and grander houses tended to have more windows. The rationale behind this tax was to generate revenue for the government while also discouraging the excessive use of glass, which was considered a luxury at that time.

9. MATA HARI'S TRIAL:

Mata Hari, the legendary exotic dancer, and accused spy. Mata Hari, whose real name was Margaretha Geertruida Zelle, was born in the Netherlands in 1876. Her life took a dramatic turn when she became a dancer and adopted the stage name "Mata Hari," which means "eye of the day" in Malay. On this day in 1917, she was arrested by the French authorities under suspicion of being a double agent for Germany. It was alleged that she used her connections with high-ranking military officers and diplomats to gather information for the enemy.

9. DISCOVERY OF MACHU PICCHU:

Machu Picchu is an Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru (Lima), above the Urubamba River valley, in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, in an extraordinarily beautiful setting. It was probably the most amazing urban creation of the Inca Civilization. Built in the fifteenth century Machu Picchu was abandoned when the Inca Empire was conquered by the Spaniards in the sixteenth century. The archaeological complex was made known to the outside world by an American archeologist Hiram Bingham on this day in 1911. In 1983, UNESCO designated Machu Picchu a World Heritage Site.