August
Our website brings you a daily update on important August events from both World history and Indian history. Explore what happened in Indian history in the month of August, from significant cultural achievements to major political milestones.
At the same time, dive into what happened in world history in the month of August, where global events changed the course of nations. Perfect for students and history enthusiasts, this page offers easy-to-read insights on events that shaped the world and India, all within the month of August. For Historical updates monthly basis, you may consider visiting the following pages:
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Aarti Saha: Breaking Barriers, Making Waves
Aarti Saha (24 September 1940 – 23 August 1994) was a famous Indian swimmer. She was the first woman swimmer…
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Narayana Guru: The Spiritual Reformer of Social Equality
Narayana Guru (20 August 1856 – 20 September 1928) was a philosopher, spiritual leader, and social reformer in India. He…
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LupicÃnio Rodrigues: The Poet of Brazilian Saudade
Image Courtesy: Google Doodle LupicÃnio Rodrigues (September 16, 1914 – August 27, 1974) was a renowned Brazilian singer and composer…
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The Heroic Odyssey of Ardeshir Tarapore: A Soldier’s Legacy
Ardeshir Tarapore (18 August 1923 – 16 September 1965), was an officer in the Indian Army and a recipient of…
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Khudiram Bose: The Revolutionary Hero of India’s Freedom Struggle
Khudiram Bose (3 December 1889 – 11 August 1908) was a revolutionary who was hanged for the freedom of India…
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The Voice of the Mapuche: Aimé Painé’s Legacy
Image Courtesy: Google Doodle Aimé Painé, (23 August 1943 – 10 September 1987) was an Argentine singer with Mapuche and…
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Birgit Cullberg: Choreographing Emotions, Crafting Stories through Dance
Birgit Cullberg (3 August 1908 – 8 September 1999) was a Swedish choreographer, dancer, and founder of the Cullberg Ballet.
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Yorkshire Day 2024: History, Theme and significance
Yorkshire Day is a yearly celebration on 1 August to promote the historic county of Yorkshire, England. Yorkshire Ridings Society celebrated it…
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Mikhail Gorbachev: Architect of Perestroika and the End of the Soviet Union
Mikhail Gorbachev (2 March 1931 – 30 August 2022) was a Soviet and Russian politician. He won the Nobel Peace…
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Ernest Rutherford: Father of Nuclear Physics
Ernest Rutherford (30 August 1871 – 19 October 1937) was a New Zealand physicist. He was awarded the Nobel Prize…
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Mary Shelley: Author of Frankenstein and Pioneer of Science Fiction
Image Courtesy: Google Doodle Mary Shelley (30 August 1797 – 1 February 1851) was a prominent English novelist known for…
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Theodor Svedberg: Master of Colloid Chemistry and Nobel Laureate
Theodor Svedberg (30 August 1884 – 25 February 1971) was a Swedish chemist. In 1926, Theodor Svedberg was awarded the…
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30 August in Indian and World History
30 August in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons.30 August is the birth anniversary of Bhagwaticharan Verma,…
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Seamus Heaney: Poet of the Irish Landscape and Nobel Laureate
Seamus Heaney (13 April 1939 – 30 August 2013) was a renowned Irish poet and playwright. Heaney was awarded the…
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Wilhelm Wien: Pioneering Physics and the Laws of Thermal Radiation
Wilhelm Wien (13 January 1864 – 30 August 1928) was a prominent German physicist. Wilhelm Wien was awarded the Nobel…
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