Welcome to the 31 May edition of “On This Day” by AssamJobsGuide.com. This day marks pivotal developments in the global fight for health, colonial resistance, and artistic legacy. Let’s revisit the historical highlights that shaped our collective path.
🌍 Global Events on 31 May
- 1902 – The Second Boer War
ended with the signing of the Treaty of Vereeniging, marking British
victory in South Africa.
- 1961 – The Union of South Africa
became a republic, officially cutting ties with the British Crown.
- 2005 – Vanity Fair revealed that Mark
Felt was the secret informant “Deep Throat” in the Watergate scandal.
- 1989 – A student-led pro-democracy
protest in China’s Tiananmen Square drew worldwide attention before
its tragic suppression days later.
🇮🇳 Notable Indian Events on 31 May
- 2009 – India’s first
indigenous-built nuclear-powered submarine INS Arihant was launched
for sea trials, boosting India’s maritime defense.
- 1987 – The Punjab Accord
continued to face implementation challenges amid rising militancy in the
state.
- 2011 – India launched campaigns to
align with the World No Tobacco Day agenda, promoting awareness of
smoking-related health issues.
🏞️ Assam & Northeast India on 31 May
- World No Tobacco Day, observed globally on this date,
is actively marked in Assam through awareness drives, especially in
schools and colleges.
- Health departments in Northeast
states promote community outreach programs focusing on lung health and
cancer prevention.
- Cultural organizations in the
region conduct seminars on the role of journalism and whistleblowing,
linking to the revelation of “Deep Throat” in the U.S.
🎂 Notable Birthdays on 31 May
- Walt Whitman (1819) – Celebrated American poet known
for Leaves of Grass and his influence on modern literature.
- Clint Eastwood (1930) – Award-winning American actor
and filmmaker, recognized for decades of iconic work.
- R. C. Majumdar (1888) – Prominent Indian historian who
contributed significantly to writing the freedom movement’s history.
🕊️ Notable Deaths on 31 May
- Elizabeth Blackwell (1910) – First woman to receive a
medical degree in the U.S., pioneer in women’s medical education.
- Timothy Leary (1996) – American psychologist and
writer known for advocating psychedelic drugs and counterculture
movements.
💬 Quote of the Day
“The proof of a
poet is that his country absorbs him as affectionately as he has absorbed it.”
— Walt Whitman
🧠 Did You Know?
- The INS Arihant is a part
of India’s nuclear triad, enhancing the country’s second-strike
capabilities.
- World No Tobacco Day, started by the WHO in 1987, is
observed annually on 31 May to raise awareness about
tobacco-related health risks.
🧾 Closing Thoughts
31 May echoes
with voices demanding truth, freedom, and health. Whether it’s the courage to
fight addiction, the pursuit of poetic expression, or standing up to authority
— today reminds us of resilience in action.
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