Welcome to the 8 June edition of AssamJobsGuide.com’s
“On This Day” series. Today’s entry highlights historical milestones,
regional observances, and global commemorations that shaped culture,
environment, and connectivity.
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India on 8 June
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1936 – Indian State Broadcasting Becomes All India Radio
On this day, the Indian State Broadcasting
Service was officially renamed All India Radio (AIR), later
expanding into one of the world’s largest public radio networks.
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1915 – Publication of Gītā Rahasya by Lokmanya Tilak
Lokmanya Tilak’s influential work, Gītā
Rahasya, was published on 8 June 1915. The text offered philosophical
insights into the Bhagavad Gītā, motivating India’s freedom struggle
with its interpretation of selfless action.
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1948 – Air India’s First International Flight
“Malabar Princess”,
Air India's first international flight, departed from Bombay to London via
Cairo and Geneva on this date in 1948—a milestone in India’s post-independence
aviation history.
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Assam & Northeast India on 8 June
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World Oceans Day Observed Regionally
Assam’s coastal and riverine communities join
global efforts to mark World Oceans Day on 8 June. Awareness campaigns
focus on river pollution, plastic waste in Brahmaputra tributaries, and
conservation of aquatic biodiversity.
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1997 – Bomb Attack in Guwahati
On this date in 1997, a remote-controlled bomb
went off in Maligaon, Guwahati, targeting then Chief Minister Prafulla
Kumar Mahanta. He survived, but the blast wounded several security
personnel.
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Global Events on 8 June
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World Oceans Day
Declared by the UN in 2008 and celebrated
annually on 8 June, World Oceans Day promotes sustainable ocean
management and marine conservation efforts worldwide.
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632 CE – Death of Prophet Muhammad
Prophet Muhammad passed away in Medina on 8
June 632 CE. His death profoundly shaped the religious and political landscape
of the early Islamic world.
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Notable Birthdays on 8 June
- Dimple
Kapadia (1957) – Esteemed Indian
actress known for films like Bobby and Saagar.
- Tim
Berners-Lee (1955) – British scientist,
inventor of the World Wide Web.
- Shilpa
Shetty (1975) – Indian actress, film producer, and
businesswoman.
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Notable Deaths on 8 June
- Prophet
Muhammad (632 AD) – Founder of Islam,
whose passing marks a key moment in religious history.
- Andrew
Jackson (1845) – Seventh U.S. President
and advocate for populist reforms.
- Habib
Tanvir (2009) – Renowned Indian playwright and
theatre director, celebrated for blending folk traditions with modern
theatre.
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Quote of the Day
“No one will protect what they don’t care
about, and no one will care about what they have never experienced.”
— Jacques Yves Cousteau
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Did You Know?
- All
India Radio now broadcasts in over 23 languages
and 146 dialects.
- World
Oceans Day aims to highlight marine pollution
and ecosystem protection across 150+ countries.
- Lokmanya
Tilak’s Gītā Rahasya inspired many Indian
freedom fighters with its call to duty and action.
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Final Thoughts
8 June weaves together a rich tapestry—from
pioneering radio networks and philosophical works in India, to global
environmental advocacy and spiritual transitions. Join AssamJobsGuide.com
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