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Historical Event on 9/12/1899

Vibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay, world famous Bengali novelist, was born.

Other Historical Dates and Events
4/11/1913Iron ropes bridge known as 'Laxman Jhula' was constructed over Ganga at Hrishikesh 
1/12/1992Kumar Gandharva (Shivputra Siddharamaiya Komkali), famous Classical singer, passed away at the age of 67.
4/9/1965Fighting breaks out in the Rann of Kutch between Indian and Pakistani troops. Pakistan attacked Indian borders, Sardar Post, Chhar Bet and Beria Bet, this was manned by the State Armed Police Batallions. In Kutch launched its 8th Infantry Division supported by two regiments of M47/48 Pattons. Operation 'Desert Hawk' was launched to draw away reserves from other vulnerable areas, and possibly to test India's resolve. The Indian Army did not rise to the bait.
2/9/1985Editor of 'Sakal', a Marathi daily newspaper, passed away.
6/21/1997Sethi claims sixth National billiards crown in Bangalore.
7/27/1949Agreement reached on the ceasefire line in Kashmir.
3/30/1923New financial measures come into force, including restoration of Salt Tax.
1/11/1991Ravi Naik of Maharashtra Gomanthak party sworn in as the CM of Goa.
1/22/1992Government raises Suzuki share in Maruti to 50 per cent making it the first public sector company to go private.
2/17/1976New Zealand score their first innings win in Tests vs India.