Welcome to the May 22 edition of “On This
Day” by AssamJobsGuide.com. Today’s date highlights important
milestones in space exploration, cinema, peace efforts, and natural disasters
that shaped history in India and around the globe.
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Global Events on May 22
- 1990
– North and South Yemen unified to form the Republic of Yemen,
ending decades of separation and civil unrest.
- 1998
– The Republic of Ireland voted in favor of the Good Friday Agreement,
an important step toward peace in Northern Ireland.
- 2010
– An Air India Express flight from Dubai crashed at Mangalore
airport, killing 158 people — one of India’s worst aviation disasters.
- 2012
– Tokyo Skytree, the world’s tallest tower at 634 meters, opened to
the public in Japan.
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Notable Indian Events on May 22
- 2010
– The tragic crash of Air India Express Flight 812 in Mangalore
brought global attention to aviation safety in India. The incident led to
stricter safety protocols and reforms.
- 2014
– India announced major economic reforms and foreign policy shifts under
the newly elected Narendra Modi-led government, setting a tone for
development-centric governance.
- 2020
– India continued easing lockdown restrictions during the COVID-19
pandemic, while health workers were honored nationwide for their tireless
service.
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Assam & Northeast India on May 22
- The
2010 Mangalore plane crash deeply resonated in Assam, with multiple
families from the region mourning lost loved ones.
- The
day also sees participation from universities and schools in Assam
in World Biodiversity Day, with tree planting drives, essay
competitions, and awareness campaigns.
- Environmental
groups across Northeast India hold discussions about sustainable living
and climate conservation, reinforcing Assam's growing voice in
ecological matters.
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Notable Birthdays on May 22
- Richard
Wagner (1813) – Influential German composer known
for his operas and theatrical works.
- Arthur
Conan Doyle (1859) – British author and
creator of Sherlock Holmes, one of the most iconic fictional
detectives in history.
- Naomi
Campbell (1970) – British supermodel and
actress, among the first black models to reach international fame.
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Notable Deaths on May 22
- Victor
Hugo (1885) – Renowned French novelist and poet,
best known for Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame.
- K.
R. Narayanan (2005) – India’s 10th President
and a distinguished diplomat known for championing social equality and
democracy.
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Quote of the Day
“In peace, sons bury their fathers. In war,
fathers bury their sons.”
— Herodotus
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Did You Know?
- Biodiversity
Day, officially observed on May 22,
highlights the importance of preserving the variety of life on Earth — a
key concern in Assam’s ecologically rich region.
- K.
R. Narayanan, who passed away in May 2005, was the first Dalit
President of India, often referred to as “the best President India
ever had” by scholars.
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Closing Thoughts
May 22 brings to light themes
of unity, remembrance, and progress — from the sorrow of aviation tragedy to
the hope of environmental conservation and peace efforts. It’s a date that asks
us to reflect, learn, and move forward with purpose.
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