This Day in History: July 5

PV Sindhu’s Birthday

PV Sindhu, a renowned Indian badminton player, was born on July 5, 1995. She is one of India’s most decorated badminton players, having won numerous medals at international tournaments, including a silver medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

Kalyan Ram’s Birthday

Kalyan Ram, a popular Telugu film actor, was born on July 5, 1980. He is the grandson of legendary Telugu film actor and politician N.T. Rama Rao and the son of actor Harikrishna.

Lok Sabha Zero Hour Live Telecast Begins

Live telecast of Zero Hour discussions in the Lok Sabha, began on July 5, 2004, on the orders of then-Speaker Somnath Chatterjee. Zero Hour is a time slot at the end of each day when members can raise urgent public issues without prior notice.

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Andhra Pradesh High Court Established

The Andhra Pradesh High Court was established on July 5, 1954. It is one of the five high courts in southern India and has jurisdiction over the state of Andhra Pradesh. The High Court was established under the Andhra Pradesh High Court Act, 1954.

1977 Pakistani Military Coup

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the democratically elected Prime Minister of Pakistan, was overthrown in a military coup on July 5, 1977. Bhutto was arrested and later executed in 1979 by the military regime led by General Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq.