🗓️ On This Day – 13th May: Power, Politics & Progress Across History
Welcome to the May 13 edition of “On This Day” by AssamJobsGuide.com. From political transitions to technological triumphs and global conflicts, this date holds a mirror to major events that shaped the world — and India. Let’s explore what makes May 13 unforgettable.
🌍 Global Events on May 13
- 1917 – First reported apparition of
the Virgin Mary to three children in Fatima, Portugal, a major event
in Catholic history.
- 1981 – Pope John Paul II
survived an assassination attempt in Vatican City’s St. Peter’s Square.
- 2005 – Violent unrest broke out in Uzbekistan
after a protest crackdown in the city of Andijan, drawing international
attention to human rights.
🇮🇳 Notable Indian Events on May 13
- 1952 – India held its first ever
Rajya Sabha session, marking a major step in the consolidation of its
parliamentary democracy.
- 2004 – BJP-led NDA government
lost the general election; the Congress-led UPA came into power, bringing
Manmohan Singh to the Prime Minister’s post shortly after.
- 2020 – Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the
Indian government announced a ₹20 lakh crore economic relief package,
one of the largest in the world at the time.
🏞️ Assam & Northeast India on May 13
- Rajya Sabha representation from
Assam dates back
to the early years of India's parliamentary journey, with several key
leaders contributing nationally.
- During the COVID-19 pandemic,
Assam implemented relief efforts aligning with the national package,
focusing on health, transport, and food security.
- Political awareness drives and
voter engagement programs are often highlighted around this time in the
state’s civic calendar.
🎂 Notable Birthdays on May 13
- Daphne du Maurier (1907) – British author best known for Rebecca,
her gothic thriller turned into a classic film.
- Stevie Wonder (1950) – Iconic American
singer-songwriter and musical genius, winner of 25 Grammy Awards.
- Sharad Pawar (1940) – Veteran Indian politician and
founder of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), influential in
Maharashtra and national politics.
🕊️ Notable Deaths on May 13
- Cyrus Broacha (rumored in 2020) – While online rumors once
circulated about his death, they were false — a reminder of the impact of
fake news.
- Dan Blocker (1972) – American actor known for his
role as "Hoss Cartwright" in the classic Western TV series Bonanza.
💬 Quote of the Day
🧠 Did You Know?
- The Rajya Sabha is the upper
house of India’s Parliament, and members are elected by the
legislative assemblies of states and union territories.
- Stevie Wonder recorded his first
hit single at just 13 years old — the same age as the children who
witnessed the Fatima apparition.
🧾 Closing Thoughts
May 13 is a day of democratic milestones,
divine visions, and global change. Whether it’s about forming a government,
surviving a crisis, or creating timeless music, this date reflects the power of
perseverance and progress.
📚 Continue your journey through time with us at AssamJobsGuide.com in our “On This Day” series — bringing the past to your present, every day.
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