On This Day – 4th May: A Glance Through History : Assam Jobs Guide

🗓️ On This Day – 4th May: A Glance Through History

Welcome to another edition of “On This Day” by AssamJobsGuide.com, where we explore notable events that took place on this date in history. Let's uncover the significance of May 4th across the globe, in India, and in Assam.

🌍 Global Events on May 4

• 1979 – Margaret Thatcher became the first woman to be elected Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
• 2000 – The “ILOVEYOU” computer virus began spreading across the globe, infecting millions of Windows computers.
• 1886 – The Haymarket Affair occurred in Chicago during a labor protest, becoming a pivotal event in labor history.

🇮🇳 Notable Indian Events on May 4

• 2014 – Narendra Modi delivered a landmark rally in Varanasi during his 2014 election campaign, a turning point in Indian political history.
• Indian Railways and other public services often commemorate this day for safety awareness programs following historic train incidents.

🏞️ Assam & Northeast India on May 4

While May 4 is not a public holiday in Assam, here’s how the day stands out:

• Various student unions and activist groups in the Northeast remember the Haymarket Affair to advocate for workers’ rights.
• Educational institutions sometimes conduct awareness drives on cyber safety, inspired by global incidents like the ILOVEYOU virus outbreak.

🎂 Notable Birthdays on May 4

• Audrey Hepburn (1929) – Iconic British actress and humanitarian known for Breakfast at Tiffany’s.
• Hosni Mubarak (1928) – Former President of Egypt.
• Will Arnett (1970) – Canadian actor and comedian.

Fun Fact: May 4 is celebrated globally as Star Wars Day ("May the Fourth be with you"), popular among fans of the sci-fi franchise.

🕊️ Notable Deaths on May 4

• Nikita Khrushchev (1971) – Former Soviet Premier who led the USSR during the Cold War.
• Domitian (96 AD) – Roman Emperor assassinated on this day.

💬 Quote of the Day

“Being powerful is like being a lady. If you have to tell people you are, you aren’t.”

— Margaret Thatcher

🧠 Did You Know?

• The ILOVEYOU virus caused an estimated $10 billion in damages globally and led to major reforms in cybersecurity awareness.
• Margaret Thatcher’s nickname “The Iron Lady” was given to her by a Soviet journalist for her uncompromising politics.

🧾 Closing Thoughts

May 4th stands out as a day of leadership, activism, and technological change. From political firsts to digital vulnerabilities, it teaches us how far we’ve come and how much further we can go.

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