On This Day 18 February 2024 Sunday
Have a quick look at what made the history on this day 18 February.
Sam Vikram: 2080 Purnimanta Mass: Magha Paksha: Tithi: Sukla Paksha Navami
Panchang / पंचांग
Virram Samvat: 2080
Shaka Samvat: 1945
Amanta Month: Magha
Purnimanta: Magha
Tithi: Sukla Paksha Navami
On This Day
Festivals Today: Rohinee Vrat
Festials Tomorrow: Shivajee Jayantee
Day Today:
Day Tomorrow:
Yoga:
Vaidhruthi – Feb 17 01:43 PM – Feb 18 12:38 PM
Vishkambha – Feb 18 12:39 PM – Feb 19 12:00 PM
Karana:
Kaulava: 08:11 PM – Feb 18 08:16 AM
Taitila: 08:16 AM – Feb 18 08:29 PM
Garija: 08:29 PM – Feb 19 08:50 AM”
Sunrise: 7:01
Sunset: 18:08
Moonrise: 12:35
Moonset: 3:22
Auspicious Time / शुभ समय
Abhijit Muhurat – 12:12 PM – 12:57 PM
Amrit Kaal – 06:05 AM – 07:43 AM, 01:18 AM – 02:59 AM
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Inauspicious Time / अशुभ समय
Rahu – 4:45 PM – 6:08 PM
Yamaganda – 12:34 PM – 1:58 PM
Gulika – 3:21 PM – 4:45 PM
Dur Muhurat – 04:39 PM – 05:24 PM
Varjyam – 03:14 PM – 04:55 PM
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Today / आज
Freedom Fighters sacrificed / राष्ट्रवादियों ने बलिदान दिया था At Least/ कम से कम:
Major Historical Events
- Royal Indian Navy Revolt: Discontent over food quality led to the outbreak of the Royal Indian Navy revolt on February 18, 1946.
- Battle of Jamrud: Hari Singh Nalwa’s victory on February 18, 1837, extended the Sikh Empire to the Khyber Pass.
- Pulwama Clash: A gun battle on February 18, 2019, in Pulwama, Kashmir, claimed nine lives with Jaish-e-Mohammad held responsible.
History in Brief
- Royal Indian Navy Revolt: Discontent over food quality led to the outbreak of the Royal Indian Navy revolt on February 18, 1946.
- Battle of Jamrud: Hari Singh Nalwa’s victory on February 18, 1837, extended the Sikh Empire to the Khyber Pass.
- Pulwama Clash: A gun battle on February 18, 2019, in Pulwama, Kashmir, claimed nine lives with Jaish-e-Mohammad held responsible.
- Samjhauta Express Bombings: On February 18, 2007, bombings at Diwana station claimed 68 lives, mostly Pakistani nationals.
- Discovery of Pluto: Clyde Tombaugh discovered the dwarf planet Pluto on February 18, 1930.
- Mars 2020 Mission Landing: NASA’s Perseverance rover and Ingenuity helicopter touched down on Mars at Jezero Crater on February 18, 2021.
Anniversaries On This Day
Ramakrishna Paramhamsa’s Birth Anniversary: Spiritual and religious leader Ramakrishna Paramhamsa was born on February 18, 1836, leaving an enduring impact on spiritual thought.
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s Birth Anniversary: The founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, was born on February 18, 1484, and is celebrated for his spiritual legacy.
Colin Jackson’s Birth Anniversary: Celebrated athlete and Olympian Colin Jackson was born on February 18, 1967, known for his remarkable career in hurdling.
Roberto Baggio’s Birth Anniversary: Legendary football player Roberto Baggio, known for his exceptional skill on the field, was born on February 18, 1967.
Nathan Aké’s Birth Anniversary: Professional football player Nathan Aké celebrates his birth anniversary on February 18, born in 1995.
Remembering Dale Earnhardt: Renowned stock car race driver Dale Earnhardt, whose legacy in racing endures, passed away on February 18, 2001.
Jillian Michaels’ Birth Anniversary: Celebrated TV anchor and businesswoman Jillian Michaels was born on February 18, 1974, known for her contributions to health and wellness.
Freedom Fighters’ sacrifice
The Defiant of 1857
On this day, we remember the bravery of Hoosam Bux and Iradutt Ali from Najafgarh, Meer Khan and Munir Khan from Raisina, and Peer Bux, also from Najafgarh. Each played a pivotal role in the 1857 Uprising and faced execution on February 18, 1858, for their rebellion against British rule.
The Sacrifices for Independence
Mandhata from Barkhedi took up arms during the 1857 Uprising and was executed on this day. Narayan Murmu, a stalwart of the “Quit India” movement, died in jail on February 18, 1944, while Abdul Ali, a supporter of the Royal Indian Navy ratings’ revolt, succumbed to injuries from a protest on February 18, 1946.
The Struggle and Endurance
Nurmugh Singh and Ushruff Ally, both of whom supported the 1857 Uprising, were sentenced to transportation for life on this day. They later died in the penal colony of the Andaman Islands. Mangal Madkami, an active “Quit India” agitator, succumbed to illness due to his imprisonment on this day.
Each year on February 18, we recall the determination and sacrifice of these individuals who played diverse yet crucial roles in India’s quest for freedom.
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