Maharana Pratap is primarily remembered for his military resistance against the Mughal Empire. (Photo credit: Wikimedia commons)

From the death of Maharana Pratap to the annual celebration of Kokborok Day, much has happened on this day over the years.

New Delhi: Human civilisation has evolved over several centuries, engraving key events throughout its journey. This day, that year will look into the important historical events, incidents and major happenings on that particular day of the year. As history keeps inventing itself, we are also keen to rekindle our past to keep our knowledge quotient high. Today in history, i.e. January 19, the following notable events took place.

Maharana Pratap was a 16th century Rajput king of Mewar, from the Sisodia dynasty. He is widely considered one of the greatest warriors of his time and a symbol of Rajput pride and self-respect. He fought against the Mughal emperor Akbar in the Battle of Haldighati in 1576 and although he was defeated, he continued to resist Mughal expansion for the remainder of his life. Pratap is also remembered for his chivalry, as he was said to be a just and fair ruler who was always willing to help his people. On January 19, 1597, at the age of 56, Pratap passed away at Chavand from wounds acquired after a hunting accident.

Indira Gandhi was first elected as the Prime Minister of India on January 19, 1966, following the death of the then-Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. She was the first female Prime Minister of India, and her election was historic as it broke the tradition of male leaders in the country. Upon her election, she served as the PM for three consecutive terms from 1966 to 1977 and a fourth term from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. During her tenure as Prime Minister, Gandhi implemented policies focused on poverty reduction, land reform, and the nationalization of banks and major industries. She also played a central role in Indias victory in the 1971 Bangladesh War.

On this day in 1977, Miami and other parts of southern Florida were hit by a rare winter storm known as the Blizzard of 1977 or the White Hurricane. This storm brought unexpected and record-breaking snowfall to Miami, with up to 6 inches falling in some areas, causing widespread damage, power outages, and travel disruptions. It was a historic event as it was the first time in recorded history that the city of Miami had received measurable snowfall. The storm caused major damage to agriculture, particularly to the states citrus crops. This event is still remembered as one of the most extraordinary weather events to have occurred in Miami.

Osho Rajneesh, also known as Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh, was a spiritual teacher and guru who was active in the second half of the 20th century. He is best known for his teachings on the science of the inner and his emphasis on the individuals potential for self-realisation. Rajneeshs teachings drew from a variety of spiritual traditions, including Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and the teachings of J Krishnamurti. Rajneesh was a controversial figure and his commune in Oregon was involved in legal battles and scandals. He passed away on January 19, 1990, but his teachings continue to be followed by a dedicated group of followers and his books continue to be popular around the world.

Kokborok Day is celebrated in Tripura, to honour the Kokborok language, culture and heritage. Kokborok is the indigenous language spoken by the majority of the tribal population of Tripura. The day is celebrated on January 19 every year to commemorate the official recognition of Kokborok as a language in 1979. It is marked by cultural programs, traditional dances, songs, and speeches. This day is also celebrated to promote the Kokborok language and culture among the younger generation. The state government of Tripura also organises various competitions such as debates, quizzes, and essay writing in the Kokborok language to encourage the use of the language and to promote the culture.

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