This Day in History: July 6

Dadabhai Naoroji Elected to British Parliament

Dadabhai Naoroji, a prominent Indian nationalist and businessman, was elected to the UK Parliament in 1892, becoming the first Indian to sit in the House of Commons. He represented the Central Finsbury constituency and served as a member of Parliament until 1895.

Guduri Nagaratnam is Born

Guduri Nagaratnam, a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social activist, was born on July 6, 1913, in Rajamahendravaram, AP. Actively involved in the Indian independence movement, she played a key role in Gandhi’s Harijan upliftment movement and the promotion of Khadi cloth.

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Ranveer Singh’s Birthday

Ranveer Singh, a popular Indian actor, was born on July 6, 1985, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He made his Bollywood debut in 2010 with the film ‘Band Baaja Baarat’ and has since starred in numerous successful films, including ‘Lootera’, ‘Bajirao Mastani’ and ‘Padmaavat’.

Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna is Born

Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna, a renowned Indian violinist and composer, was born on July 6, 1930, in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. He was a child prodigy who began performing at the age of eight and quickly gained recognition for his virtuosity and innovative style of playing.

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Louis Pasteur Administers First Rabies Vaccine

On July 6, 1885, Louis Pasteur, a renowned French chemist and microbiologist, successfully administered the first rabies vaccine to Joseph Meister, a 9-year-old boy who had been bitten by a rabid dog. It was a breakthrough in the fight against rabies and saved countless lives.