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Historical Event on 8/29/1926

Ramkrishna Hegde, former Central Cabinet Minister and Chief Minister of Karnataka, was born.

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9/20/1928Narayan Guru ""Nanu"" of Kerala entered in maha Samadhi. His teachings are held in great reverence even today.
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8/1/1995Vohra Panel submits report, highlights nexus between mafia and politicians.
9/29/1959Arati Saha successfully swam the English Channel. She was the first Asian lady to achieve the feat.
10/5/1989Meerasahib Fatima Beevi, former High Court judge from Kerala, was named the first woman judge of the Supreme Court.
4/26/1992Gyanapith award winner Prof. V.K.Gokak (82) passes away.
7/22/1875Nandkishor Bal, great Oria poet, novelist and critic, was born.
12/11/1998Poet Pradeep (Ramchandra Divedi) died at 1850 hrs today.
9/30/2000The Government appoints Dr. D.P.S. Seth as CMD of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd.
10/2/1996Mother Teresa made honorary US citizen.