This Day in History: April 25

World Malaria Day

On April 25th, the world unites to raise awareness about malaria prevention and eradication. Established in 2007 by the World Health Organization member countries, World Malaria Day highlights the ongoing fight against this deadly disease.

Guglielmo Marconi is Born (1874)

Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi is celebrated today on his birthday. Credited as the “father of radio,” Marconi developed the radio telegraph system, enabling long-distance wireless communication. His groundbreaking work earned him a share of the 1909 Nobel Prize in Physics.

Actress Devika’s Birth Anniversary (1943)

Today marks the birth anniversary of veteran Telugu actress Devika. Born Pramila Devi in 1943, she rose to prominence in the 1960s and 70s. Devika captivated audiences in over 150 films across Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam languages. Her career highlights include her debut opposite legendary actor N.T. Rama Rao in “Rechukka” and her final film, “Sri Madvirat Pothuluri Veera Brahmendra Swamy Charitra”.

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Boyapati Srinu’s Birthday (1971)

Telugu film director Boyapati Srinu celebrates his birthday today. Beginning his career in 2005 with the Ravi Teja starrer “Bhadra,” Srinu has directed ten Telugu films to date. Known for his action-packed commercial entertainers, his filmography includes successful movies like “Simha” and “Dammu.”

Anders Celsius Dies (1701-1744)

Swedish scientist Anders Celsius passed away on this day in 1744. Credited with developing the centigrade temperature scale (later renamed Celsius in his honour), Celsius’ contributions laid the foundation for modern temperature measurement.

Vasantharao Venkatarao’s Death (1909-1992)

Indian science writer and physicist Vasantrao Venkatarao passed away on this day, in 1992. A passionate advocate for scientific literacy, Venkatarao popularized physics through lectures, writings, and Telugu-language textbooks on physics and chemistry.

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Tanguturi Suryakumari’s Death (1925-2005)

Former Telugu actress and singer Tanguturi Suryakumari passed away on this day in 2005. Daughter of Tanguturi Sriramulu, younger brother of Andhra Pradesh’s first Chief Minister Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, Suryakumari was a multi-talented artist. She won the Miss Madras pageant in 1952 and embarked on a film career, acting in over 26 movies across Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi.

Anam Vivekananda Reddy’s Demise (1950-2018)

Indian politician Anam Vivekananda Reddy passed away on this day in 2018. Brother of prominent politician Anam Ramanarayana Reddy, Vivekananda Reddy served three terms as an MLA for Nellore Rural constituency, representing the Congress party.

Other Glimpses from World History on April 25

• South Indian actress Mallika Kapoor was born in 1987.
• Renowned mathematician Mudigonda Viswanadham passed away in 1984.
• Swami Ranganathananda, the 13th president of the Ramakrishna Math, died in 2005.
• Telangana state literary scholar and poet Dr Tirunagari Ramanujayya passed away in Hyderabad in 2021.