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Historical Event on 12/21/1929

Indian National Congress convenes in Lahore.

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12/10/1999Pranab Mukherjee and Jaipal Reddy are chosen outstanding parliamentarians for 1997 and 1998 respectively.
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8/25/1999Former Indian Davis Cup captain Narendra Nath died in Delhi.
9/19/2000Karnam Malleswari becomes the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal (bronze) at the Sydney Olympics.
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7/18/1990Following the end of six months Governor's rule, President's rule imposed in J&K.
2/14/1658Dara Sulaiman Shukoh was defeated in the struggle for Delhi throne Shuja's in the battle of Bahadurpur near Varanasi.