06 April - The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was founded

 

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was founded on April 6, 1980, by a group of leaders including Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Lal Krishna Advani, and others. The BJP is one of the major political parties in India and is affiliated with the broader ideological movement known as Hindutva, which seeks to promote Hindu nationalism.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Lal Krishna Advani played pivotal roles in shaping the BJP's ideology and policies. Vajpayee served as the Prime Minister of India three times: briefly in 1996, and then for two consecutive terms from 1998 to 2004. He was known for his oratorical skills and statesmanship.

Lal Krishna Advani also played a significant role in the BJP's growth and served as its president multiple times. He was a key figure in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, which advocated for the construction of a temple at the site believed to be the birthplace of Lord Ram in Ayodhya.

The BJP has been a dominant force in Indian politics since the late 1990s, and it has formed multiple governments at the national level. It advocates for policies promoting economic liberalism, cultural nationalism, and a strong stance on issues such as national security and terrorism.

 

06 April - James Watson birth anniversary

 

James Watson is an American molecular biologist, geneticist, and zoologist, best known for his role in the discovery of the structure of DNA, the molecule that carries the genetic instructions for life. He was born on April 6, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois.

Watson, along with Francis Crick and Maurice Wilkins, made significant contributions to understanding DNA's double helix structure. Their groundbreaking work was published in the journal Nature in 1953. This discovery revolutionized the field of molecular biology and laid the foundation for many subsequent advancements in genetics and biotechnology.

For their discovery of the DNA structure, Watson, Crick, and Wilkins were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1962. However, it's important to note that Watson's later career was marred by controversy due to controversial statements regarding race and intelligence, which led to him facing criticism and professional repercussions.

Despite this controversy, Watson's contributions to science remain significant, particularly in the field of molecular biology and genetics. He has also been involved in various scientific endeavors, including leading the Human Genome Project at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States.

06 April - International Pillow Fight Day

 

International Pillow Fight Day is indeed a real event that takes place annually in various cities around the world. It typically occurs on the first Saturday of April each year. The event involves large gatherings of people coming together in public spaces, such as parks or squares, armed with pillows, and engaging in friendly pillow fights.

The origins of International Pillow Fight Day are somewhat unclear, but it has become a popular and fun way for people to come together, relieve stress, and enjoy some lighthearted fun. Participants often dress up in costumes, and the events usually attract a diverse crowd of all ages. However, due to the nature of pillow fights and the potential for injury, organizers often provide guidelines to ensure the safety of participants.

 

06 April - Chakri Memorial Day

 

Chakri Memorial Day is a significant holiday observed in Thailand on April 6th each year. This day commemorates the founding of the Chakri Dynasty, the current ruling royal house of Thailand, which was established in 1782 by King Rama I. It is a day for Thai citizens to honor and remember the contributions of all the kings in the Chakri Dynasty to the country's development and prosperity. The day is marked with various ceremonies, including paying respects at royal monuments and participating in cultural activities.

06 April - Construction of Red Fort (Lal Quila) was completed 1648

 

 

Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned construction of the Red Fort on 12 May 1638, when he decided to shift his capital from Agra to Delhi. Originally red and white, Shah Jahan's favourite colours, its design is credited to architect Ustad Ahmad Lahori, who also constructed the Taj Mahal. The fort lies along the Yamuna River, which fed the moats surrounding most of the walls. Construction began in the sacred Islamic month of Muharram, on 13 May 1638. Supervised by Shah Jahan, it was completed on 6 April 1648. Unlike other Mughal forts, the Red Fort's boundary walls are asymmetrical to contain the older Salimgarh Fort. The fortress-palace was a focal point of the city of Shahjahanabad, which is present-day Old Delhi. Shah Jahan's successor, Aurangzeb, added the Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) to the emperor's private quarters, constructing barbicans in front of the two main gates to make the entrance to the palace more circuitous.

 On 6 April 1648, construction of Red Fort (Lal Quila) was completed.

06 April - The Athens Games first occurrence of the modern Olympic Games

 

 

The Athens Games were the first occurrence of the modern Olympic Games. Held on 6 April to 15 April 1896.

The inaugural Games of the modern Olympics were attended by as many as 280 athletes, all male, from 12 countries. The athletes competed in 43 events covering athletics (track and field), cycling, swimming, gymnastics, weightlifting, wrestling, fencing, shooting, and tennis. A festive atmosphere prevailed as foreign athletes were greeted with parades and banquets. A crowd estimated at more than 60,000 attended the opening day of competition. Members of the royal family of Greece played an important role in the organization and management of the Games and were regular spectators over the 10 days of the Olympics. Hungary sent the only national team; most of the foreign athletes were well-to-do college students or members of athletic clubs attracted by the novelty of the Olympics.

The athletics (track-and-field) events were held at the Panathenaic Stadium. The stadium, originally built in 330 BCE, had been excavated but not rebuilt for the 1870 Greek Olympics and lay in disrepair before the 1896 Olympics, but through the direction and financial aid of Georgios Averoff, a wealthy Egyptian Greek, it was restored with white marble. The ancient track had an unusually elongated shape with such sharp turns that runners were forced to slow down considerably in order to stay in their lanes. The track-and-field competition was dominated by athletes from the United States, who won 9 of the 12 events. The swimming events were held in the cold currents of the Bay of Zea. Two of the four swimming races were won by Alfréd Hajós of Hungary. Paul Masson of France won three of the six cycling events.

The 1896 Olympics featured the first marathon. The race, conceived by Frenchman Michel Bréal, followed the legendary route of Pheidippides, a trained runner who was believed to have been sent from the plain of Marathon to Athens to announce the defeat of an invading Persian army in 490 BCE. The race became the highlight of the Games and was won by Spyridon Louis, a Greek whose victory earned him the lasting admiration of his nation

06 April - The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

 

The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP), which takes place annually on 6 April, presents an opportunity to recognize the positive role sport and physical activity play in communities and in people’s lives across the globe.

Sport has the power to change the world; it is a fundamental right and a powerful tool to strengthen social ties and promote sustainable development and peace, as well as solidarity and respect for all.

06 April - Suchitra Sen born in 1931

 

Suchitra Sen was a legendary Indian actress who primarily worked in Bengali cinema. She was born on 06 April 1931, in Pabna, Bengal Presidency, British India (now in Bangladesh), and she passed away on 17 January 2014, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Suchitra Sen was one of the most iconic and influential actresses in Indian cinema. She began her acting career in the 1950s and quickly rose to fame for her powerful performances and mesmerizing screen presence. Sen starred in numerous acclaimed films, often collaborating with renowned Bengali filmmakers such as Satyajit Ray, Ritwik Ghatak, and Bimal Roy.

Some of Suchitra Sen's most notable films include "Saat Pake Bandha," "Deep Jwele Jaai," "Uttar Falguni," and "Saptapadi." She was known for her ability to portray a wide range of characters with depth and sensitivity.

Suchitra Sen's contributions to Indian cinema have earned her numerous awards and accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors. She remains an iconic figure in Bengali cinema and is remembered fondly by audiences for her timeless performances.

06 April - Isaac Asimov death anniversary

 

 

Isaac Asimov, passed away on 6 April 1992, was an American writer and professor of biochemistry at Boston University. During his lifetime, Asimov was considered one of the "Big Three" science fiction writers, along with Robert A. Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke. A prolific writer, he wrote or edited more than 500 books. He also wrote an estimated 90,000 letters and postcards. Best known for his hard science fiction, Asimov also wrote mysteries and fantasy, as well as much non-fiction.

06 April - Salt March End

 

The Salt March, Salt Satyagraha, Dandi March, Dandi Satyagraha, was an act of nonviolent civil disobedience in colonial India led by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. The 24-day march lasted from 12 March 1930 to 6 April 1930 as a direct action campaign of tax resistance and nonviolent protest against the British salt monopoly. Mahatma Gandhi started this march with 80 of his trusted volunteers. Walking ten miles a day for 24 days, the march spanned over 240 miles, from Sabarmati Ashram, 240 miles to Dandi. Growing numbers of Indians joined them along the way. When Gandhi broke the salt laws on 6 April 1930, it sparked large scale acts of civil disobedience against the British Raj salt laws by millions of Indians.

On 6 April 1930, At the end of the Salt March, Gandhi raised a lump of mud and salt and declared, "With this, I am shaking the foundations of the British Empire."