Krishnadeva Raya ruled the Vijayanagar Empire from 1509 to 1529. He is considered to be one of the greatest rulers in Indian history.
Renowned poet Mirza Ghalib married Maaroof, daughter of Nawab Ilahi Baksh, in 1810, before relocating to Delhi.
The 1st International Lawn Tennis Challenge, precursor to the Davis Cup, began at Longwood Cricket Club in Massachusetts in 1900.
The 7th Venice Film Festival witnessed a US boycott over Mussolini's Fascist rule, casting a shadow over the renowned event.
Pakistan's national flag was approved. The flag symbolises the nation's identity & values. Its adoption marked a significant moment in Pak's history.
After eight years of conflict, a ceasefire between Iran and Iraq was implemented in 1988, marking a pivotal moment in the history of the two nations.
After a decade of marriage, actors Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman divorced in 2001. The split shocked fans worldwide.
In 2013, 'Chennai Express,' starring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone premiered. It became Bollywood's fastest film to earn $1 billion.