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Historical Event on 11/14/1889

Jawaharlal Nehru, first Prime Minister of India, was born. To commemorate his birthday, this day is observed as 'Children's Day' from 1957.

Other Historical Dates and Events
8/18/1997Shanvac-B, India's first genetically engineered vaccine for Hepatitis B was launched.
6/27/1999India won the four-nation under-21 women's hockey title, defeating England in the final at the Kean University, New Jersey.
5/17/1974Durgadas, famous Indian journalist, passed away.
12/11/1990Naresh Chandra was appointed as the Cabinet Secretary of India. He held this office till 31-07-1992
9/3/1992Delhi High Court verdict on Bofors challenged in the Supreme Court.
12/29/1989Prasar Bharati Bill and Lok Pal Bill introduced in Lok Sabha.
10/15/2000Sachin Tendulkar becomes the highest run-getter in one-day internationals (9379 runs) during his innings of 69 in the final of the ICC cricket tournament against New Zealand
6/1/1970Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act was enforced. This act was passed in 1969.
3/3/1952The Indian National Congress secured absolute majority in the Lok Sabha in the General elections.
11/25/1975Chandulal Shah, film maker, passed away.