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Thomas Edison demonstrated the first practical electric light bulb |
1879: Thomas Edison demonstrated the first practical electric light bulb, which became a foundational development in electrical engineering and lighting technology.
1922: Howard Carter unseals the burial chamber of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in Egypt, leading to significant archaeological discoveries that shed light on ancient Egyptian civilization.
1928: The Indian physicist and Nobel laureate, C.V. Raman, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his work on the scattering of light, known as the Raman Effect. This discovery has had significant implications in various fields of science.
1941: The first automated teller machine (ATM) was installed in London. This innovation revolutionized banking and cash withdrawal processes.
1961: The Soviet Union tested the Tsar Bomba, the largest nuclear weapon ever detonated. This test highlighted the escalating tensions of the Cold War and advancements in nuclear technology.
1984: Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated, which led to significant political and social changes in the country. While not directly related to science or technology, her policies had a profound impact on India's development in various sectors.
1999: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the IRS-P5 satellite, which was dedicated to earth observation. This satellite helped in various applications, including agriculture, forestry, and land-use mapping.
2000: The first crew arrived at the International Space Station (ISS). This marked a significant achievement in international cooperation in space exploration.
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