October 17 Holidays: Celebrations and Observances Worldwide
Welcome to our page dedicated to October 17! Here, youโll find daily updates on important events, celebrations, and holidays observed on this day. You may come across various October 17th Holidays.
We cover both the October 17 special day in India and major happenings around the globe. Whether itโs historical milestones, famous birthdays, or cultural festivals, we bring you interesting facts about what makes October 17 unique.
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Celebrating life and Legacy of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan (17 October 1817 โ 27 March 1898) was a Muslim philosopher, social activist, educator and founder…
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The Poet’s Odyssey: Les Murray’s Journey Through Words
Les Murray (17 October 1938 โ 29 April 2019) was an Australian poet, anthologist and critic. Life and Career Les…
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Chiquinha Gonzaga: A Pioneer in Brazilian Music
Francisca Edwiges Neves Gonzaga (Chiquinha Gonzaga) (17 October 1847 โ 28 February 1935) was a Brazilian composer, pianist, and conductor…
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World Trauma Day: Theme, History, and Significance
World Trauma Day is observed on October 17th each year to raise awareness about the increasing incidence of trauma and…
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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty: Theme, History, and Significance
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed annually on October 17th to promote awareness about the need…
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17 October in Indian and World History
17 October in Indian and World History is celebrated, observed, and remembered for various reasons. 17 October is the birth…
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Smita Patil: Icon of Indian Cinema and Voice for Social Change
Smita Patil (17 October 1955 โ 13 December 1986) was an Indian actress in film, television, and theatre. Smita Patil…
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Anil Kumble: Cricket’s Legendary Spin Maestro
Anil Kumble is an Indian cricket coach, commentator, and former Indian cricketer. He played cricket for the Indian national team…
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Neuroscience Pioneer: Unraveling the Legacy of Santiago Ramรณn y Cajal
Santiago Ramon y Cajal (1 May 1852 โ 17 October 1934) was a Spanish physician and histologist who made significant…
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