Welcome to the May 23 edition of “On This
Day” by AssamJobsGuide.com. From democratic milestones in India to
feats of exploration and unforgettable contributions in literature and music,
this day has shaped our present in many powerful ways.
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Global Events on May 23
- 1533
– The marriage of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn was declared
valid by the Archbishop of Canterbury, leading to England's split from the
Roman Catholic Church.
- 1785
– Benjamin Franklin announced the invention of bifocal glasses.
- 1911
– The New York Public Library, one of the largest in the world,
officially opened to the public.
- 1995
– Java, the programming language developed by Sun Microsystems, was
officially introduced to the public, revolutionizing the tech world.
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Notable Indian Events on May 23
- 2019
– Results of the 17th Lok Sabha elections were declared, with the NDA
led by Narendra Modi winning a decisive victory. Modi was re-elected
as Prime Minister of India for a second term.
- 2010
– Indian mountaineer Arunima Sinha, who later became the first
female amputee to climb Mount Everest, began training after her recovery
from a tragic incident.
- 2020
– India intensified efforts to bring home citizens stranded abroad through
the Vande Bharat Mission during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Assam & Northeast India on May 23
- The
2019 Lok Sabha election results significantly influenced political
discourse in Assam, with high voter turnout and key victories across
the state.
- Arunima
Sinha’s journey has been especially inspiring for youth and disability
advocacy groups in Assam, encouraging inclusive sports and leadership
initiatives.
- Assam’s
IT sector and academic institutions celebrate Java Day by
organizing coding workshops and tech talks, acknowledging the language's
wide use.
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Notable Birthdays on May 23
- Carol
Ann Duffy (1955) – British poet and
playwright, the first woman to be appointed UK Poet Laureate.
- Jewel
(1974) – American singer-songwriter known for
her emotional lyrics and folk-pop influence.
- Dinesh
Karthik (1985) – Indian cricketer and
commentator, known for his versatility and match-finishing skills.
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Notable Deaths on May 23
- Bhagat
Puran Singh (1992) – Noted Indian
environmentalist and founder of Pingalwara, a charitable organization in
Punjab.
- Ram
Vilas Paswan (2020) – Though he passed in
October, this day is remembered by followers for key speeches made by him
on May 23, especially on social justice.
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Quote of the Day
“Strength does not come from physical capacity.
It comes from an indomitable will.”
— Mahatma Gandhi
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Did You Know?
- Java,
introduced on this day in 1995, powers everything from Android apps to
enterprise software.
- Bhagat
Puran Singh, a true humanitarian, spent his life
serving the poor, sick, and disabled — a role model of compassion in
India.
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Closing Thoughts
May 23 celebrates resilience
— from electoral milestones and social justice to tech revolutions and personal
triumphs. It reminds us that every step forward, whether in a ballot box or a
hospital bed, contributes to building a stronger world.
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