5 September, 1457
The Property Tax law was introduced, marking a key moment in financial governance.
5 September, 1612
The East India Company set up its own navy, a decision that would greatly influence maritime power in the region.
5 September, 1793
Mir Kasim was defeated by the British near Rajmahal in the Battle of Udaynala, a significant loss in Indian history.
5 September, 1888
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, one of India’s greatest philosophers and the second President of India, was born in Tiruttani, near Madras.
5 September, 1918
Ratanji Jamshetji Tata, a well-known industrialist and social reformer, passed away, leaving behind a strong legacy.
5 September, 1957
The Rajya Sabha passed the Wealth Tax Bill, making an impact on India’s economic policies.
5 September 1962
Dr. Radhakrishnan’s birthday was officially declared Teachers’ Day in recognition of his contributions to education and learning.
5 September 1967
The Central Hindi Committee was established under the Prime Minister’s leadership to promote the use of Hindi in India.
5 September 1979
The funeral of Earl of Mountbatten took place in Burma, marking the end of a notable chapter in British and Indian history.
5 September 1987
In Rome, Indian athletes Shanbagh, Vandana Rao, Shiny, and Usha set a new national record in the women’s 4x400m relay, completing the race in 3 minutes and 31.55 seconds.
5 September 1988
Newspapers across India were absent as the entire industry protested against the Defamation Bill.
5 September, 1990
The Rajya Sabha approved the Prasar Bharati Bill, rejecting efforts to send the bill to a joint select committee.
5 September, 1995
The 30-member Ladakh Autonomous Hill Council was sworn in, following the government’s promise made in 1993.
5 September, 1997
The CBI filed a chargesheet against former Railway Minister C.K. Jaffer Sharief, accusing him of possessing assets beyond his declared income.
5 September, 1998
India test-fired the Trishul and Akash missiles from Chandipore, showcasing advancements in its defense capabilities.
5 September, 1998
University and college teachers across India called off their nationwide strike after reaching an agreement with the All-India Federation of University and College Teachers Organisations.
Famous Birthdays on September 5
September 5, 1872
V. O. Chidambaram Pillai, a freedom fighter and social reformer, was born in Ottapidaram village, Tamil Nadu.
September 5, 1904
Bhalchandra Pandharinath Bahirat, an editor and expert in Saint literature, was born.
September 5, 1909
Phiroze Edulji Palia, an Indian cricketer who played in India’s first Test match at Lord’s in 1932, was born in Mumbai.
Death Anniversaries on September 5
September 5, 1846
Sir Charles Metkaf, Governor General of the East India Company, passed away.
September 5, 1659
Queen Saibai, wife of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, passed away, leaving a significant mark on Maratha history.
September 5, 1997
Mother Teresa, founder of the Missionaries of Charity, passed away at the age of 87 in Calcutta, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and service.
