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On the 31st of January, a myriad of significant events have taken place throughout history, marking this day as one of profound historical importance. This date has seen the birth of several notable personalities across various fields, from literature and politics to the performing arts. Among them, Kannada poet D R Bendre, who led the Navodaya period, was born on this day in 1896, leaving a lasting impact on Indian literature. Following him, on January 31, 1909, Bishnu Prasad Rabha graced the world, known for his vital contributions to Assamese culture.
Here is the list of major events on January 31 over the years
| Year | Events on January 31 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 31 January 1896 | Birth of D. R. Bendre, renowned Kannada poet and leader of the Navodaya period in Indian literature. |
2 | 31 January 1909 | Birth of Bishnu Prasad Rabha, a prominent figure in Assamese culture and literature. |
3 | 31 January 1923 | Birth of Major Somnath Sharma, the first recipient of India's highest military honor, the Param Vir Chakra. |
4 | 31 January 1935 | Birth of Rudraprasad Sengupta, Bengali actor, director, and cultural critic. |
5 | 31 January 1949 | Birth of Rajesh Vivek, Indian actor known for roles in films like Lagaan and Swades. |
6 | 31 January 1969 | Death of Meher Baba, an Indian spiritual guru. |
7 | 31 January 1971 | Birth of Debashree Chaudhuri, Indian politician and former Minister of State for Women and Child Development. |
8 | 31 January 1975 | Birth of Preity Zinta, leading Bollywood actress of the 2000s. |
9 | 31 January 1981 | Birth of Amrita Arora, Indian actress and television personality. |
10 | 31 January 1992 | Birth of Amy Jackson, British actress and model known for her work in Indian cinema. |
11 | 31 January 1993 | Death of Indian entrepreneur M. George Muthoot, known for his contributions to the South Indian financial sector. |
12 | 31 January 2000 | Death of K.N. Singh, Indian actor famous for his villainous roles, and Marathi playwright Vasant Kanetkar. |
13 | 31 January 2003 | Death of Meka Rangaiah Appa Rao, Indian politician. |
14 | 31 January 2004 | Death of Suraiya Jamal Sheikh, celebrated Indian singer and actress. |
15 | 31 January 2009 | Death of Indian comedian and actor Nagesh, who played iconic roles in Tamil cinema. |
16 | January 31 | International Zebra Day - A global observance to raise awareness about zebra conservation efforts. |
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Story first published: Thursday, January 30, 2025, 11:07 [IST]
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