22 May What Happened On This Day In History

Today in History: May 22nd is the 142nd day of the year (143rd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are days 223 remaining until the end of the year.

There are several notable events that happened on May 22 throughout history, and that's why it's an important day in Indian and world history.

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If you're wondering to know about what happened today in History? Then you're in the right place. On this day, there are several notable events that have occurred throughout Indian and world history.

In this article, we have compiled a list of the important things that happened all around the world on May 22. Take a look:

Today in History: What Happened This Day in India History Events

International Day for Biological Diversity 2023- May 22

The International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated annually on May 22nd to raise awareness about the importance of biodiversity, its value to ecosystems and human well-being, and the threats it faces.

1963 - India's first glider Rohini took off

The Civil Aviation Department RG-1 Rohini is an Indian two-seat training sailplane of the 1960s. A high-winged wooden monoplane, with side-by-side seating;at least 107 were built.

1936 - Foundation stone of India's first stadium

Brabourne Stadium in Bombay The foundation stone of Brabourne Stadium, India¡¯s first cricket stadium was laid on this day in Bombay. The North Stand of the Brabourne was the headquarters of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and later transferred to the newly built Cricket Centre at the nearby Wankhede Stadium.

1987 - The Hashimpura massacre took place

On May 22, 1987, 42 Muslim men were rounded up from the Hashimpura locality in Meerut by UP Provincial Armed Constabulary for their cold-blooded execution.

1992 - India launches its Agni rocket

On May 22, at exactly 7:17 AM, Agni erupted into a chariot of fire, propelling India into an elite club controlled by the world's technical and military behemoths. Agni, India's first Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM), has been postponed twice before launch at the Chandipur Interim Test Range on the Orissa coast.

2010 - Air India Express Boeing 737 crashed

Air India Express Boeing 737 flight, crashed upon landing at Mangalore in India, killing 158 of the 166 people on board.

What Happened Around the World on This Day

What happened in World History on May 22

1906 The Wright brothers' flying machine is patented

The American aviation pioneers are credited with having performed ¡°the first sustained and controlled heavier-than-air powered flight.¡±

1980 - The arcade game Pac-Man is released

May 22nd is Pac-Man Birthday, marking the release in 1980 of this popular video game in Japan. The same year, it was released in the United States.

1949 - West Germany formally came into existence after adopting the constitution

On 23 May 1949, in a solemn session of the Parliamentary Council, the German Basic Law was signed and promulgated. The time of legal nonentity ended, as the new West German state, the Federal Republic of Germany, came into being, although still under Western occupation.

2012 - The world's tallest tower is opened to the public

At 643 meters (2080 feet), the Tokyo Skytree in Japan's capital city is also the second tallest structure in the world after Burj Khalifa in Dubai. Its prime purpose is relaying TV and radio signals.

What Happened this Day in India History Events.

Today¡¯s Highlight in History:

- In 1939, the foreign ministers of Germany and Italy, Joachim von Ribbentrop and Galeazzo Ciano, signed a ¡°Pact of Steel¡± committing the two countries to a military alliance.

- In 1960, an earthquake of magnitude 9.5, the strongest ever measured, struck southern Chile, claiming some 1,655 lives.

- In 1962, Continental Airlines Flight 11, en route from Chicago to Kansas City, Missouri, crashed after a bomb apparently brought on board by a passenger exploded, killing all 45 occupants of the Boeing 707.

- In 2006, The Department of Veterans Affairs said personal data, including Social Security numbers of 26.5 million U.S. veterans, was stolen from a VA employee after he took the information home without authorization.

- In 2011, a tornado devastated Joplin, Missouri, with winds up to 250 mph, claiming at least 159 lives and destroying about 8,000 homes and businesses.

What Happened this Day in India History Events

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In addition to these historical events on May 22 events, there is also the birthday and death of several notable individuals that you must know about.

Famous People's Birthday on May 22

1772: Ram Mohan Roy¡¯s birth anniversary

Ram Mohan Roy, born on May 22, 1772, was a pioneering figure in 19th-century India. He was a social reformer, philosopher, and advocate for the rights and well-being of the Indian people. Ram Mohan Roy played a significant role in the Bengal Renaissance and is often referred to as the "Father of Modern India."

1878: The Great Gama birth anniversary

The Great Gama, whose full name was Ghulam Muhammad Butt, was a renowned wrestler from India. Born in 1878 in Amritsar, Punjab, he gained fame for his exceptional strength, skill, and unbeaten record in various wrestling competitions. The Great Gama died on May 23, 1960, at the age of 82 after a prolonged battle with illness.

Famous People's Death Anniversary on May 22

1545: Sher Shah Suri's death anniversary

Sher Shah Suri, a prominent figure in the history of South Asia, left an indelible mark during his lifetime. Today, we commemorate the death anniversary of this remarkable ruler. Sher Shah Suri, originally known as Farid Khan, rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most influential leaders of medieval India.

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