Qatar Independence Explained: Key Events That Shaped the Nation On this day, September 3, 1971, Qatar declared its independence and ended its association with Britain. For Qatar, this meant something more than simply terminating the treaty – independence meant the ability to determine its future. Before Independence For over 50 years Qatar was under British…
The Formation of the Interim Government of India on 2nd September 1946 The course of history doesn’t always take giant leaps. Rather, it works through micro-movements that escape easy notice but wield significant power. One such instance took place on September 2, 1946, when India’s Interim Government was put into place. Indians were, for the…
The Day World War 2 Began: Germany Invades Poland on September 1, 1939 Some moments in history become watershed events that alter the very course of civilisation. One of them is the September 1, 1939. On this day, the German army crossed the Polish border, igniting the most destructive and murderous war in human history….
Ambedkar Heads Constitution Committee – The Beginning of India’s Democratic Journey On August 30, 1947, just two weeks after India became free, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was chosen as the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution. It was a historic decision that shaped the direction of modern India. This single moment set…
Looking Back: India Pakistan Prisoner of War Agreement 1973 When we talk about wars between India and Pakistan, most people recall battles, borders, and politics. But hidden behind those headlines are real lives – soldiers captured, families waiting, and the slow hope of coming home. On August 28, 1973, an important step was taken. On…
On This Day: Krakatoa Erupts with the Loudest Sound in History On August 27, 1883, the world shook with a force never seen before. The Krakatoa volcano eruption in Indonesia became one of the deadliest volcanic eruptions in recorded history. Located between Java and Sumatra, Krakatoa had been rumbling for months, but no one could…
Galileo Telescope Demonstration Changed Astronomy On this day, August 25, 1609, Galileo Galilei demonstrated his telescope in Venice. The moment marked a turning point in the history of astronomy. With a simple wooden tube and polished lenses, Galileo gave people a new way to see the universe. Here are the top 10 facts about Galileo’s…
Here are the Top 10 reasons why the release of Windows 95 still matters. On 24 August 1995, Microsoft launched Windows 95, a release that changed how the world used personal computers. For many, it was the first time a PC felt easy, friendly, and made for everyday people. 1. The Day Computers Changed Before…
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel – The Iron Man’s Role in a Fragile New Nation When India became free on 15 August 1947, the country stood at a turning point. The joy of independence was mixed with the pain of the Partition of India. Millions were uprooted, thousands lost their lives, and the nation faced the heavy task…
August 22, 1864: When Nations Signed the First Geneva Convention to Protect the Wounded in War On August 22, 1864, a group of nations signed the First Geneva Convention in Switzerland. It was not about declaring war. It was about agreeing on rules that would protect people during war. For the first time, countries put…
