05 September - Mother Teresa death anniversary

 

Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu (26 August 1910 – 5 September 1997), better known as Mother Teresa, was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun who, in 1950, founded the Missionaries of Charity. Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu was born in Skopje—at the time, part of the Ottoman Empire.After eighteen years, she moved to Ireland and then to India, where she lived most of her life. Saint Teresa of Calcutta was canonised on 4 September 2016. The anniversary of her death is her feast day.

After Mother Teresa founded her religious congregation, it grew to have over 4,500 nuns and was active in 133 countries as of 2012.The congregation manages homes for people who are dying of HIV/AIDS, leprosy, and tuberculosis. The congregation also runs soup kitchens, dispensaries, mobile clinics, children's and family counselling programmes, as well as orphanages and schools. Members take vows of chastity, poverty, and obedience and also profess a fourth vow: to give "wholehearted free service to the poorest of the poor."

Mother Teresa received several honours, including the 1962 Ramon Magsaysay Peace Prize and the 1979 Nobel Peace Prize. A controversial figure during her life and after her death, Mother Teresa was admired by many for her charitable work. She was praised and criticised on various counts, such as for her views on abortion and contraception, and was criticized for poor conditions in her houses for the dying. Her authorized biography was written by Navin Chawla and published in 1992, and she has been the subject of other books as well as films. On 6 September 2017, Mother Teresa and Saint Francis Xavier were named co-patrons of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Calcutta.

 She died on 5 September.At the time of her death, the Missionaries of Charity had over 4,000 sisters and an associated brotherhood of 300 members operating 610 missions in 123 countries .

04 September - Google founded in 1998

 

Google was founded on September 4, 1998, by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, who were PhD students at Stanford University at the time. The company was incorporated in a friend's garage in Menlo Park, California. Google initially started as a research project aimed at improving search engine technology by developing a more efficient way to organize and rank web pages using their proprietary algorithm, which they called PageRank.

Their innovation quickly gained attention due to its ability to deliver highly relevant search results based on the relationships between websites. The search engine rapidly grew in popularity, transforming Google into a global technology giant. Today, Google is a key part of Alphabet Inc., its parent company, and has expanded its services to include everything from cloud computing, advertising, and mobile operating systems (like Android) to artificial intelligence, mapping, and more.

The company's mission—"to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful"—remains a central pillar of its business model, which continues to evolve and influence the tech landscape.

04 September - Max Delbrück birth anniversary

 

Max Delbrück ( 04 September 1906 – 09 March 1981) was a German-American biophysicist and Nobel laureate renowned for his pioneering contributions to the field of molecular biology. Born in Berlin, Germany, Delbrück's scientific journey unfolded during a tumultuous era in history, spanning both World Wars and significant scientific advancements.

Delbrück's groundbreaking work primarily focused on the study of viruses, especially bacteriophages (viruses that infect bacteria). He played a pivotal role in elucidating the genetic structure of these viruses, which laid the foundation for the understanding of how genetic information is transmitted and replicated. His research paved the way for the development of the field of molecular genetics, influencing subsequent generations of scientists.

In 1969, Max Delbrück was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, along with Alfred Hershey and Salvador Luria, for their collective work on the replication and genetic structure of viruses. His scientific legacy continues to inspire and inform our understanding of genetics, evolution, and the fundamental processes of life. Delbrück's contributions to science remain enduring and continue to shape the way we investigate the mysteries of the biological world.

 

04 September - USA celebrates Newspaper Carrier Day

 

Newspaper Carrier Day is observed on September 4th each year. This day is dedicated to honoring and showing appreciation for the hardworking individuals who deliver newspapers to our homes and businesses every day. Newspaper carriers play a vital role in the dissemination of news, helping to keep communities informed about local and world events.

Newspaper Carrier Day is an opportunity for communities and newspaper readers to recognize the dedication and commitment of these carriers, who often rise early in the morning, face challenging weather conditions, and ensure that newspapers are delivered promptly. In many places, people may express their gratitude by leaving small tokens of appreciation, such as tips or thank-you notes, for their newspaper carriers.

This day serves as a reminder of the importance of reliable journalism and the role that newspaper carriers play in ensuring that information reaches readers' hands. It's a chance to acknowledge their hard work and the valuable service they provide to communities across the world.

04 September - Toothfish Day

 

Toothfish Day is a public holiday celebrated in the British Overseas Territory of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. It is annually on 4 September,but if that falls on a weekend it may be observed on a weekday. It is one of eleven public holidays in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands,appointed by the Governor in Council.The holiday marks the end of the toothfish fishing season.  Locals celebrate with a toast.Some bake gingerbread toothfish cookies.The Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) celebrates with a Toothfish Day Reception at Government House in Stanley.The reception includes a quiz,a toast, and a menu featuring many dishes made with toothfish.GSGSSI also holds meetings and a reception in London to mark the occasion.

The holiday was created to show the importance of the Patagonian toothfish (Dissostichus eleginoides) fishery and to spotlight the sustainable fishing practices of the industry in the territory.The holiday dates back to at least 2012, when it was called "Toothfish (end of season) Day" and took place on 14 September.The holiday replaced a previously undesignated bank holiday.It remained under that name and stayed in mid-September until 2015 when it was instituted as simply Toothfish Day and moved to 4 September.

04 September - British explorer James Cook became the first European in the New Calledonia Islands in 1774

 

 British explorer James Cook became the first European in the New Calledonia Islands

In 1774 the British navigator and explorer James Cook landed at Balade, on the east coast of the mainland, and he named the island New Caledonia for his father’s native Scotland. Cook was followed there by the French navigator Antoine de Bruni, chevalier d’Entrecasteaux, in 1793.

04 September - Umhlanga Reed Day Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland)

 

 

 

Umhlanga Day, celebrated on 04 September, it is a vibrant and culturally significant event in Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland). It is the culmination of the annual Umhlanga Reed Dance, a traditional ceremony that honors the Swazi royal family and promotes cultural pride, unity, and social cohesion.

The Umhlanga Reed Dance, also known as "Umhlanga," involves young Swazi women and girls gathering reeds to construct the queen mother's residence, known as the "Ludzidzini Royal Village." The reed collection is followed by several days of dancing, singing, and joyful celebrations. The event attracts participants from different regions of Eswatini, showcasing the nation's rich cultural diversity.

Umhlanga Day is the final day of the ceremony, marked by a grand procession and dance performance for the royal family, including the king. Participants don vibrant traditional attire and engage in synchronized dances, offering a spectacle of color and rhythm that reflects the pride and unity of the Swazi people.

The ceremony holds deep cultural and historical significance, reinforcing the importance of cultural heritage, the monarchy, and the role of women in society. Umhlanga also serves as a platform to address issues such as HIV/AIDS awareness and reproductive health.

While the ceremony honors tradition, it has also evolved to include modern elements, symbolizing the fusion of past and present. Umhlanga Day showcases Eswatini's cultural resilience and the determination of its people to preserve their heritage in a rapidly changing world.

03 September - Prithviraj Kapoor birth anniversary

 

Prithviraj Kapoor (1906-1972) was a renowned Indian actor and the patriarch of the Kapoor acting dynasty, which has made significant contributions to Indian cinema. He was born on November 3, 1906, in Samundri, Punjab, British India (now in Pakistan), and passed away on May 29, 1972.

Prithviraj Kapoor was a versatile and influential actor known for his powerful stage performances. He founded the Prithvi Theatre, a traveling theatre company, in 1944, with the aim of promoting Hindi theatre and nurturing talent. His devotion to theater helped revitalize the Indian dramatic arts.

In addition to his stage career, Prithviraj Kapoor also made notable contributions to Indian cinema, acting in numerous films across different languages. He appeared in classic Bollywood films like "Mughal-e-Azam" (1960), where he portrayed the character of Emperor Akbar, earning critical acclaim for his performance.

His dedication to both stage and screen left an indelible mark on Indian entertainment, and his legacy continues through his descendants, who have carried on the tradition of acting and filmmaking in the Kapoor family for generations. Prithviraj Kapoor's pioneering work in the Indian entertainment industry has left a lasting impact on the world of theater and cinema in India.

 

02 September - USA celebrates National Hummingbird Day

 

National Hummingbird Day is observed annually on the first Saturday of September, This special day was established to honor these amazing creatures, which have been around for more than 40 million years! They are some of the smallest birds in the world, yet they can fly up to 60 miles per hour and travel thousands of miles each year during migrations. If you're lucky enough to spot a hummingbird, you know how magical it is – so why not take part in National Hummingbird Day and enjoy their beauty and wonder?

Hummingbirds are not only fascinating birds but also important pollinators for many flowering plants. Their unique characteristics and behaviors make them a beloved subject for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Providing nectar-rich flowers and feeders can attract these remarkable birds to gardens and yards, allowing people to enjoy their beauty up close.

02 September - Aditya L1 launched in 2023

 

Aditya L1 shall be the first space based Indian mission to study the Sun. The spacecraft shall be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, which is about 1.5 million km from the Earth. A satellite placed in the halo orbit around the L1 point has the major advantage of continuously viewing the Sun without any occultation/eclipses. This will provide a greater advantage of observing the solar activities and its effect on space weather in real time. The spacecraft carries seven payloads to observe the photosphere, chromosphere and the outermost layers of the Sun (the corona) using electromagnetic and particle and magnetic field detectors. Using the special vantage point L1, four payloads directly view the Sun and the remaining three payloads carry out in-situ studies of particles and fields at the Lagrange point L1, thus providing important scientific studies of the propagatory effect of solar dynamics in the interplanetary medium

India will aim for the Sun on Saturday with its maiden Solar expedition as ISRO's trusted PSLV will carry the Aditya L1 mission on a 125-day voyage to the Sun. The Sun observatory mission will be fired from the second launch pad from Shriharikota at 11.50 am today.