Indian History on June 6
1674 – Coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: On this day, Shivaji Maharaj was formally crowned as the king of the Maratha Empire at Raigad Fort in Maharashtra. His coronation marked the establishment of a sovereign Hindu kingdom in the Deccan region.
1981 – Bihar Train Tragedy: A devastating train derailment occurred near the Bagmati River in Bihar, resulting in the deaths of over 800 passengers. The train plunged into the river during monsoon floods, making it one of India’s deadliest rail accidents.
1984 – Operation Blue Star: The Indian Army launched Operation Blue Star to remove armed militants from the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The operation led to significant casualties and damage to the temple, causing widespread unrest and deepening communal tensions.
1997 – Formation of BIMSTEC: India, along with Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal, and Bhutan, established the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), aiming to promote regional cooperation and development.
2004 – Tamil Declared Classical Language: President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam declared Tamil as a classical language of India, recognizing its rich heritage and historical significance.
🌍 World History on June 6
1944 – D-Day (Operation Overlord): Allied forces launched a massive amphibious invasion on the beaches of Normandy, France, marking a turning point in World War II. The operation involved over 100,000 troops and led to the liberation of Western Europe from Nazi control.
1912 – Novarupta Volcano Eruption: The eruption of Novarupta in Alaska began, becoming the most powerful volcanic event of the 20th century. It released massive amounts of ash and lava, affecting the surrounding environment and climate.
1946 – Founding of the NBA: The National Basketball Association (NBA) was established in New York City, merging the Basketball Association of America and the National Basketball League. It has since become the premier professional basketball league globally.
1982 – Israeli Invasion of Lebanon: In response to the attempted assassination of its ambassador, Israel invaded southern Lebanon, leading to a prolonged conflict and significant loss of life.
1992 – First World Oceans Day: The inaugural World Oceans Day was celebrated during the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, emphasizing the importance of ocean conservation and sustainable use of marine resources.
