January 28: 10 historical event that happened in India and world
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January 28: 10 historical event that happened in India and world

10 Historical Events of January 28th
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10 Historical Events of January 28th

On January 28, 1986, NASA's Challenger shuttle tragically disintegrated. In 1930, Mahatma Gandhi initiated the Civil Disobedience Movement

Civil Disobedience Movement Announced
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Civil Disobedience Movement Announced

1930: Mahatma Gandhi announced the start of the Civil Disobedience Movement against British rule

First Supreme Court Sitting Post-Constitution
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First Supreme Court Sitting Post-Constitution

1950: The Supreme Court of India held its first sitting after the Constitution came into effect

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Vikram Sarabhai Awarded Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize

1961: Vikram Sarabhai, the father of the Indian space program, was honored with the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize

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National Education Policy Implemented

1986: The National Education Policy was implemented, marking a step towards educational reform

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Golden Quadrilateral Project Begins

2002: Construction began on the Golden Quadrilateral project, India's largest infrastructure project

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Martin Luther Excommunicated

1521: Martin Luther was excommunicated from the Catholic Church, sparking the Protestant Reformation

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Pride and Prejudice Published

1813: Jane Austen's renowned novel "Pride and Prejudice" was first published

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Largest Snowflake Recorded

1887: The largest snowflake ever recorded, measuring 15 inches wide, was observed in Montana, USA

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Challenger Disaster: 73 Seconds into Flight

1986: NASA's Space Shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff, killing all seven astronauts on board

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WHO Declares COVID-19 Global Health Emergency

2020: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the coronavirus outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern

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