Today is Monday, August 24, 2026
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Regular Working Day
No major official public holidays or pan-Indian festivals recorded for today. A regular working day!
Today in History
Notable historical breakthroughs, national milestones, and anniversaries on this day.
Establishment of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
DRDO was founded by merging the Technical Development Establishment and the Directorate of Technical Development and Production.
Birth of Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda, iconic philosopher and chief disciple of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, was born in Kolkata.
Constitution of India Comes into Effect
The Constitution of India came into effect, establishing the Republic of India as a sovereign democratic republic.
Martyrdom of Mahatma Gandhi (Martyrs Day)
Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation, was assassinated in New Delhi; celebrated as Martyrs' Day (Shaheed Diwas).
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