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Historical Event on 7/5/1970

Indian ship capsized in Krishna River in eastern India claiming 150 lives.

Other Historical Dates and Events
9/24/1932Poona Pact' was signed between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. This historical agreement allowed increased representation for untouchables. Also, Gandhi ended his fast.
2/26/1984Satellite Insat 1-B dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
10/10/1910Dr. Dwarkanath Kotnis, famous doctor who worked in China, was born at Solapur, Maharashtra.
7/3/1948H. M. S. Auchils was taken over by Indian Navy.
12/5/1991The government reduces visa fees for tourists intending to visit India.
4/3/1994B. Rachaiah,Kerala Governor, takes charge of Goa.
7/9/1993Passport fees raised from Rs. 60 to Rs.300.
1/8/1908Mary Nadia Wadia (Fearless Nadia), great actress, was born.
4/18/1916Iyyer G. Subramaniam, Congress leader, passed away.
9/3/1994The government decides to disinvest government holding in 21 Public Sector Units including ITI, IOC and ITDC.