This Day in History: April 28

World Veterinary Day

Observed today, World Veterinary Day raises awareness about the crucial role veterinarians play in animal and human health. The Department of Animal Husbandry conducts programs to educate the public about diseases transmissible from animals to humans.

Kallakuri Narayana Rao’s Birthday

Playwright, social reformer, cinematographer, and Indian nationalist Kallakuri Narayana Rao, born in 1871, earned the honorific title “Mahakavi” (Great Poet). He is celebrated for his impactful plays that addressed social issues, including the acclaimed works ‘Chintamani’, ‘Varavikrayam’, and ‘Madhuseva’. Rao’s novel ‘Varavikrayam’ critiqued the dowry system, and a film of the same name was based on both his novel and play.

AG Krishnamurthy’s Birthday

Mudra Communications founder A.G. Krishnamurthy, born in 1942 in Vinukonda, Guntur district, is a prolific writer and columnist. His works, published in English and Telugu and translated into other Indian languages, cover diverse topics. After working in advertising for various companies, he established Mudra Communications in 1980, which became a leading Indian advertising agency within a decade.

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President James Monroe’s Birthday

The fifth president of the United States, James Monroe, was born in 1758 in Virginia. He served from 1817 to 1825 and is known for the ‘Monroe Doctrine’, which aimed to prevent European colonization in the Americas.

Kenneth Kaunda’s Birthday

Kenneth Kaunda, the first president of Zambia, was born in 1924. A key figure in Zambia’s fight for independence from British rule, he led the country from 1964 to 1991.

Actress Samantha’s Birthday

Popular Indian actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, born in 1987 in Chennai, has starred in numerous Telugu and Tamil films. She began her career in modelling and made her film debut in 2010 with the Telugu film ‘Ye Maaya Chesave’. Several successful movies followed, solidifying her status as a leading actress and a superstar.

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Humayun Azad’s Birthday

Bangladeshi writer, poet, scholar, and linguist Humayun Azad, born in 1947, is known for his extensive body of work, including over 70 writings. His critiques of religious fundamentalism have sparked both praise and controversy.

Death of Benito Mussolini

Italian politician Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini, who led the National Fascist Party and served as Prime Minister from 1922 to 1945, died in 1945. He aligned Italy with Nazi Germany in World War II.

Death of Ramakant Desai

Former Indian fast bowler Ramakant Desai, who played 28 Tests and took 74 wickets, passed away in 1998. He also served as the Chairman of the Indian Selection Committee.

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