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Historical Event on 5/15/1949

Matsya Union formally merged with Greater Rajasthan.

Other Historical Dates and Events
11/29/1947The Nizam of Hyderabad said that he would not consider acceding to either dominion, but would agree to a 'standstill arrangement' with India. The agreement is accepted by the Indian government.
5/25/1915Mahatma Gandhi established Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmedabad.
8/29/1992Eco-mark introduced in Indian market to distinguish eco-friendly products, .
7/24/2000S. Vijayalakshmi becomes the first Indian woman Grandmaster in the International Grandmasters chess tournament held in Hyderabad.
10/22/1937Gandhiji presided over the educational conference at Wardha and outlined his scheme of education through basic crafts.
10/15/1996Dengue fever in Delhi takes 156 lives.
8/16/1886Swami Ramakrishna Paramahamsa dies at the age of 50. His real name was Gadadhar Ghatterji. An Indian mystic, leader and saint, he preached unity of religions. Swami Vivekanand was his disciple.
8/16/1886Sikandar Sur was compelled to surrender Mankot in Punjab.
8/16/1886Bahadur Shah captured the fort of Chittor and then marched against the Mughal emperor.
10/28/1888Gandhiji reaches London. Lives on vegatarian diet. Takes lessons in dancing and music for a short time, thinking they are necessary parts of a gentleman's equipment.