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On the 29th of December, a pivotal moment in the realm of cricket history unfolded when Sunil Gavaskar, a renowned Indian cricket opener, scored an unbeaten 236 in a Test match against West Indies in Chennai. This remarkable achievement, recorded in 1983, not only marked his fourth Test double century but also his 30th century, thereby eclipsing Don Bradman's record of 29 centuries. This event is part of the rich tapestry of notable occurrences linked to this date.
Here is the list of major events on December 29 over the years
| Year | Events on December 29 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 29th December 1844 | Birth of Womesh Chandra Banerjee, Indian barrister, who made significant contributions to India's legal landscape. |
2 | 29th December 1873 | Birth of Indira Devi Chaudhurani, Indian litterateur, writer, and musician. |
3 | 29th December 1904 | Birth of Kuppali Venkatappa Putappa, Indian novelist, poet, playwright, and critic. |
4 | 29th December 1917 | Birth of Ramanand Sagar, Indian film director and television producer. |
5 | 29th December 1942 | Birth of Rajesh Khanna, iconic Indian actor, film producer, and politician. |
6 | 29th December 1967 | Birth of Manav Gupta, innovative Indian artist known for his collaborative art. |
7 | 29th December 1973 | Birth of Twinkle Khanna, former film actress turned author, columnist, interior designer, and film producer. |
8 | 29th December 1983 | Birth of Pulkit Samrat, Indian actor and model. |
9 | 29th December 1984 | Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi declared victory in the parliamentary elections, a significant political event. |
10 | 29th December 1991 | Birth of Ritu Rani, Indian field hockey player and former national team captain. |
11 | 29th December 2003 | "Mondo Mayor Upakhyan" won the Golden Lotus at the 50th National Film Awards (India), marking a significant achievement in Indian cinema. |
12 | 29th December 1971 | Death of Bhaurao Krishnaji Gaekwad, Indian politician and social worker from Maharashtra. |
13 | 29th December 1980 | Death of Nanubhai Vakil, Hindi and Gujarati film director. |
14 | 29th December 2008 | Death of Manjit Bawa, Indian painter, whose passing left a significant void in the artistic community. |
This table organizes the important events and personalities associated with December 29th across various fields, including births, deaths, and key milestones in history.
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Story first published: Friday, December 27, 2024, 12:17 [IST]
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