On This Day 27 March 2024 Wednesday
On This Day, Sam Vikram: 2081 Purnimanta Mass: Chaitra Paksha: Tithi: Krishna Paksha Dwitiya , let us have a quick look of the events and anniversaries of India and the world
Panchang / पंचांग
Shaka Samvat: 1945
Purnimanta: Chaitra
Tithi: Krishna Paksha Dwitiya
On This Day
Festivals Today:
Festials Tomorrow: Shivajee Jayantee, Puny Sanstha, Sankashtee Ganesh Chaturthee
Day Today:
Day Tomorrow: ”
Yoga: Vyaghata – Mar 26 10:17 PM – Mar 27 10:53 PM
Karana: Garija: 04:03 AM – Mar 27 05:06 PM
Sunrise: 6:20 AM
Sunset: 6:32 PM
Moonrise: 20:31
Moonset: 7:42
Auspicious Time / शुभ समय
Abhijit Muhurat – Nil
Amrit Kaal – 09:08 AM – 10:55 AM
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Inauspicious Time / अशुभ समय
Rahu – 1:54 PM – 3:14 PM
Yamaganda – 7:13 AM – 8:33 AM
Gulika – 9:54 AM – 11:14 AM
Dur Muhurat – 10:47 AM – 11:30 AM, 03:04 PM – 03:46 PM
Varjyam – 10:02 AM – 11:49 AM
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Today / आज
Freedom Fighters sacrificed / राष्ट्रवादियों ने बलिदान दिया था At Least/ कम से कम:6
Major Historical Events
- English East India Company Expansion: On March 27, 1668, a significant transaction in colonial history occurred when King Charles II of England authorized the transfer of Bombay to the English East India Company. The granting of this Royal Charter was more than a mere change of hands; it symbolized the beginning of an era that would profoundly impact India’s socio-political landscape. The English East India Company, originally chartered in 1600 to compete in the East Indian spice trade, saw this as an opportunity to expand its mercantile horizons. Bombay, strategically located on the west coast of India, soon became a hub of commerce and trade, facilitating the Company’s dominance in the region. This acquisition laid the groundwork for the Company’s expansive colonial enterprise, eventually leading to its pervasive control over large parts of the Indian subcontinent. The expansion of the English East India Company marked the inception of an age that would alter the course of Indian history, ultimately shaping the future of global trade and colonization.
- Canary Islands Aviation Tragedy: The most catastrophic accident in civil aviation history occurred on March 27, 1977, when two Boeing 747 jets collided on the ground in the Canary Islands, claiming the lives of 570 people.
- India’s Space Milestone: On March 27, 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared India a “space power” after successfully conducting an anti-satellite missile test.
History in Brief On This Day
- Japan’s Departure from League of Nations: Japan announced its withdrawal from the League of Nations on March 27, 1933.
- The Great Alaska Earthquake: Striking on March 27, 1964, The Great Alaska Earthquake, with a magnitude of 9.2, lasted nearly three minutes and resulted in approximately 131 deaths.
- First Sudanese Civil War Conclusion: The First Sudanese Civil War came to an end on March 27, 1972.
Anniversaries On This Day
- Pushpalata Das – Freedom Activist: Remembering Pushpalata Das, a dedicated freedom activist, on her birth anniversary, March 27, 1915.
- Ram Charan Teja – Film Celebrity: Celebrating the birth of Ram Charan Teja, an actor known for his impact on the film industry, born on March 27, 1985.
- David Coulthard – Racing Icon: David Coulthard, a celebrated figure in the racing world, marks his birthday on March 27, 1971.
- Manuel Neuer – Football Prodigy: Honoring the birthday of Manuel Neuer, a distinguished football goalkeeper, born on March 27, 1986.
- Buster Posey – Baseball Star: Recognizing the birth of Buster Posey, an esteemed baseball player, on March 27, 1987.
Freedom Fighters’ sacrifice
On This Day: Echoes of Sacrifice in India’s Freedom Struggle
“On this day,” we reflect on the poignant sacrifices made during India’s struggle for independence.
Martyrs of the Movement
Waryam Singh, an Akali protester, perished due to British-inflicted tortures on this day in 1925. His death in jail marked a grim chapter in the non-violent resistance in Punjab. Kanshi Ram, a Ghadar Party member, made the ultimate sacrifice on the gallows on March 27, 1915, for his revolutionary activities. Similarly, Mathra Singh, a leader and bomb-maker, was hanged in 1917.
The Babbar Akalis
Dalip Singh, the youngest Babbar Akali, known for his fierce activism against colonial loyalists, was executed in 1926. Balwant Singh and Dhana Singh, also Babbar Akalis, took part in violent repressions against British informants, meeting their fates in detention and a desperate escape attempt, respectively.
Dhakeswari Cotton Mills’ Agitation
Prangopal Chakravarty, Balaram Gope, Pabitra Dey, and Sudhir Ukil, workers of Dhakeswari Cotton Mills, were fatally shot during protests against unfair labor practices on March 27, 1946.
Durga Mal’s Final Stand
Durga Mal, a former British-Indian Army Havildar turned INA Captain, was executed in 1944, exemplifying the transition from colonial soldier to nationalist fighter.
Conclusion: Legacy of Freedom Fighters
Their memories are a testament to the bravery and unyielding spirit that liberated a nation. As we remember these heroes, their legacies live on, compelling us to safeguard the freedoms they won.
Feature Image: The image vividly portrays the launch of an Indian anti-satellite (ASAT) missile, with the missile ascending through the atmosphere, leaving a bright trail of smoke against the backdrop of space. The Earth looms in the background, with the Indian subcontinent highlighted. The Indian tricolor flag is visible in the foreground, symbolizing national pride. Satellites and celestial bodies adorn the scene, capturing the historic moment of India’s demonstrated capabilities in space. (click here to open image)
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