The 18th of February is marked with a blend of tragedy, birth, and death in Indian history, encapsulating both sorrowful and significant moments. A stark reminder of this day's grim aspect is the Samjhauta Express bombing on 18 February 2007, near Panipat, which claimed the lives of 70 individuals and left many others injured. This catastrophic event unfolded close to midnight, casting a long shadow over the day's historical narrative.

Here is the list of major events on February 18 over the years
| Year | Events on February 18 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 18 February, 1836 | Birth of Ramakrishna Paramahansa, a revered Hindu mystic and saint. |
2 | 18 February, 1927 | Birth of Mohammed Zahur Khayyam, legendary music director and composer. |
3 | 18 February, 1927 | Birth of L P R Verma, Indian composer, lyricist, and actor. |
4 | 18 February, 1950 | Birth of Anand Patwardhan, documentary filmmaker known for socio-political work. |
5 | 18 February, 1961 | Death of Amil Kumar Das, Indian scientist. |
6 | 18 February, 1962 | Birth of Vipin Sharma, actor in Indian cinema. |
7 | 18 February, 1966 | Birth of Sajid Nadiadwala, film producer and director in Bollywood. |
8 | 18 February, 1986 | Birth of Gia Manek, Indian television actress. |
9 | 18 February, 1987 | Birth of Mahat Raghavendra, actor in Tamil and Telugu cinema. |
10 | 18 February, 1988 | Death of Karpoori Thakur, prominent politician from Bihar. |
11 | 18 February, 1994 | Birth of Varnika Mehta, actress known for her role in Dil Dosti Dance. |
12 | 18 February, 1997 | Death of Gyan Prakash Ghosh, master of harmonium and tabla. |
13 | 18 February, 2007 | Samjhauta Express bombing near Panipat, killing 70 people. |
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Story first published: Monday, February 17, 2025, 10:52 [IST]


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