25 July marks
breakthroughs in medical ethics, strides in space and politics, and community
unity across Assam and beyond.
🌍 Global Events
1972 – Tuskegee Syphilis Study exposed
The Associated Press revealed that Black men with syphilis were denied treatment, leading to major reforms in medical ethics and human research protections.1984 – Svetlana Savitskaya becomes first woman to walk in space
Cosmonaut Svetlana Savitskaya performed a 3‑hour, 35‑minute EVA during the Soyuz T‑12 mission—a groundbreaking achievement for female astronauts.🇮🇳 India
2007 – Pratibha Patil becomes India’s first female President
On 25 July, Pratibha Patil was sworn in as India’s 12th President, marking a milestone for women’s leadership in the country.🌾 Assam & Northeast India
2025 – National Flag Day in Tamenglong, Manipur
Tamenglong residents, alongside Assam Rifles, observed National Flag Day with flag-hoisting, patriotic education, and community art events aimed at fostering unity and awareness.💡 Did You Know?
The Tuskegee
scandal led directly to the U.S. National Research Act (1974), which
established protections for human subjects in clinical research.
Svetlana Savitskaya set records as the second woman in space and the first to
perform an EVA—a major Soviet achievement.
Pratibha Patil’s presidency served as a catalyst for increasing women’s
representation in Indian politics, paving the way for future female leaders.
🎂 Birthdays
🇮🇳 Indian Personalities
Jim Corbett
(1875)
British-Indian hunter-turned-conservationist whose efforts to protect India’s
tigers led to the establishment of Corbett National Park.
Harsimrat Kaur
Badal (1966)
Indian politician from Punjab, served as Union Cabinet Minister and championed
food processing and farmers’ welfare.
🌍 International Personalities
Louise Brown
(1978)
World’s first “test-tube baby,” whose birth marked a revolution in reproductive
medicine.
🕯️ Deaths
🇮🇳 Indian Personalities
Shivrampant
Damle (1977)
Educator and reformer from Maharashtra, remembered for contributions to
scholastic and social development.
🌍 International Personalities
Samuel Taylor
Coleridge (1834)
English poet and philosopher, best known for “The Rime of the Ancient
Mariner”.
Regis Philbin (2020)
Beloved American TV host and entertainer, known for his charismatic presence in
talk and game shows.
🔚 Final Thoughts
25 July is
testament to humanity’s struggle and progress—from exposing systemic injustice
and advancing women in professions historically barred to them, to honoring
pioneers in politics, conservation, and regional community solidarity. It's a
day that celebrates resilience, leadership, and unity.
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