17 March - Irène Joliot-Curie death anniversary

 

Irène Joliot-Curie was born on 12 September 1897, and she passed away on 17 March 1956.

was a pioneering French scientist who, along with her husband, Frédéric Joliot-Curie, made groundbreaking contributions to the field of nuclear science. She was the daughter of Marie and Pierre Curie, both Nobel laureates themselves, and carried on the legacy of her parents in the realm of scientific discovery.

Key Achievements:

1. Discovery of Artificial Radioactivity (1934): Irène and Frédéric Joliot-Curie are best known for their discovery of artificial radioactivity. They showed that stable elements could be made radioactive by bombarding them with alpha particles. This discovery had profound implications for both scientific research and medical treatment and earned them the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1935.

2. Contribution to Nuclear Physics: Their work laid the groundwork for nuclear fission, which would later be harnessed for both energy production and atomic weapons.

3. World War II and Political Involvement: During World War II, the Joliot-Curies were involved in anti-fascist movements. Irène, in particular, was a member of various scientific and humanitarian organizations. After the war, she played a key role in rebuilding France's scientific institutions and was instrumental in advancing nuclear research in France.

4. Scientific Leadership: She became director of the Radium Institute, founded by her mother, and contributed to developing the French atomic energy program.

5. Public Health Advocacy: Beyond her scientific work, Irène was also concerned with public health issues, including the dangers of radiation. Her own work with radioactive materials likely contributed to her early death from leukemia in 1956.

Irène Joliot-Curie’s legacy extends beyond her scientific achievements, as she also worked to promote women in science and public service.

17 March - Golda Meir becomes Prime Minister of Israel.

 

Golda Meir was born on 03 May 1898, and she passed away on 08 December 1978. She became the fourth Prime Minister of Israel on 17 March  1969. She was the first and, to date, the only woman to hold this position in Israel. Golda Meir served as Prime Minister until 1974. During her tenure, she faced significant challenges, including the aftermath of the Six-Day War, tensions with neighboring Arab states, and economic issues. Golda Meir was known for her strong leadership, commitment to Zionism, and efforts to secure Israel's place in the international community. Her leadership during a critical period in Israel's history has earned her respect and admiration both domestically and internationally.

17 March - Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna passed away in 1989

 

Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna was a prominent Indian politician and leader known for his contributions to the Indian National Congress party and his advocacy for social justice and welfare measures. He was born on 25 April 1919, in the village of Bughani, Uttarakhand, India, and passed away on 17 March 1989.

Bahuguna began his political career in the pre-independence era and played an active role in the Indian independence movement. After India gained independence in 1947, he continued his involvement in politics and held various positions of leadership within the Congress party.

Bahuguna served as a member of the Lok Sabha (the lower house of India's Parliament) and the Rajya Sabha (the upper house) multiple times. He also held several ministerial portfolios at both the state and central levels, including Minister of Petroleum and Chemicals, Minister of Communications, and Minister of Agriculture.

One of Bahuguna's notable achievements was his role in the implementation of the Sixth Five-Year Plan in India, which focused on rural development, poverty alleviation, and agricultural reforms. He was also known for his efforts to promote environmental conservation and sustainable development, particularly in the Himalayan region.

In addition to his political career, Bahuguna was a prolific writer and orator, known for his eloquence and commitment to social causes. He remains a respected figure in Indian politics, particularly in the state of Uttarakhand, where his contributions to the region's development are remembered and celebrated.

17 March - Rubber band patented by Stephen Perry in 1845

 

A rubber band (also known as an elastic band, gum band or lacky band) is a loop of rubber, usually ring or oval shaped, and commonly used to hold multiple objects together. The rubber band was patented in England on March 17, 1845 by Stephen Perry.

17 March - Devanahalli Venkataramanaiah Gundappa was born 1887

 

Devanahalli Venkataramanaiah Gundappa, was a Kannada writer and philosopher. His most notable work is the Mankuthimmana Kagga ("Dull Thimma's Rigmarole", 1943), which is similar to the wisdom poems of the late medieval poet Sarvajna. He was born on 17 March 1887.

17 March - Doctor-Patient Trust Day

 

Doctor-Patient Trust Day is celebrated on March 17. This day is dedicated to the doctors who work to save lives by safeguarding the trust of their patients. Indeed, treating a patient means understanding the most personal aspects of their body and mind. People in healthcare are bound by the ethics of the medical profession to never disclose personal information about their patients. And, doctors are responsible for saving countless lives all over the world; they are responsible for healthcare — which is one of the most important trades in our world. Without proper developments in the medical field, the human population would have been reduced by more than half.

17 March - Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s birth anniversary

 

 

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s Birthday, observed on March 17 each year, is one of the most important holidays in Bangladesh. It celebrates Sheikh Mujibur Rahman who is regarded as the father of the nation of Bangladesh, also popularly known as “Bangabandhu” (Friend of Bengal). The Sheikh was born in the Tungipara village of Gopalganj as the third of six children. His father was Sheikh Lutfur Rahman and his mother was Sheikh Sayera Khatun. Despite controversy and debate among politicians, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman remains a popular figure in Bangladesh. He was voted the “Greatest Bengali of All Time” in a 2004 B.B.C. Bengali opinion poll. Rahman has been depicted on Taka (Bangladeshi currency), and many Bangladesh public