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Historical Event on 2/9/1898

The Rower of Persia', a short film produced at Calcutta was released on February 9 at Star Theatre, Calcutta.

Other Historical Dates and Events
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9/12/1786Lord Cornwallis was appointed, and became Governor General of India, as well as the Commander-in-Chief Army Officer.
8/11/1908Khudiram Bose was hanged on this day in Central Jail at Mujaffarpur, Bihar at the age of 19 years. He along with Prafulla Chaki had planned to bomb the carriage supposed to be carrying Kingsford, unfortunately he was betrayed and was caught and finally was sentenced to death and hanged. This day is observed as ""Martyr's Day"" in memory of the great freedom fighter. Even today the soul stirring songs composed in his honour are sung by Bengali folk-singers.
1/7/1994Malhotra Committee recommends privatisation and foreign participation of LIC and GIC.
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