What Happened on August 14: A Historical Overview

August 14 marks the 226th day of the year (227th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar, with 141 days remaining until the year ends. This day holds significant events in both Indian and global history, making it an important date to remember.

Key Events in Indian History on August 14

1862 – Establishment of the Bombay High Court:
The Bombay High Court was inaugurated on August 14, 1862. It held both original and appellate jurisdiction, merging the powers of the former Supreme Court and the Sudder Diwani and Sudder Foujdari Adalats.

1947 – Partition of India:
August 14 is observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day in India, commemorating the victims and the suffering endured during the 1947 Partition of India.

2010 – Inauguration of the First Youth Olympics:
The first Summer Youth Olympic Games were inaugurated on August 14, 2010. This international multi-sport event is designed for youth aged 14-18.

Key Events in World History on August 14

Pakistan Independence Day (1947):
On August 14, 1947, Pakistan gained independence from British rule, marking a significant day of celebration for the nation.

1862 – Abraham Lincoln Meets with African Americans:
On this day, President Abraham Lincoln met with the first group of African Americans to confer with a U.S. president, during the American Civil War.

1917 – China Declares War on Germany:
Encouraged by the U.S., China declared war on Germany on August 14, 1917, hoping to secure a place in eventual peace agreements.

1935 – Signing of the Social Security Act:
President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law, providing benefits to the unemployed, retirees, and the disabled.

1945 – Japan’s Surrender Announced:
Japan’s surrender during World War II was made public on August 14, 1945, after the United States dropped a second atomic bomb on Nagasaki.

2003 – Northeast U.S. Blackout:
A major power outage affected the eastern United States and parts of Canada on August 14, 2003, with 21 power plants shutting down within minutes.

Notable Birthdays on August 14

• Johnny Lever (1957): A renowned Indian actor and comedian, celebrated for his unique style and versatile performances in Bollywood.
• Mohnish Bahl (1961): An Indian actor known for his roles in both films and television, recognized for his versatile acting skills.
• Mohit Raina (1982): An Indian actor best known for his portrayal of Lord Shiva in the TV series “Devon Ke Dev…Mahadev.”
• Sunidhi Chauhan (1983): A highly acclaimed Indian playback singer known for her powerful voice and contributions to the music industry.

Notable Death Anniversary on August 14

• Shammi Kapoor (2011): The legendary Bollywood actor and dancer passed away on this day due to chronic kidney disease.

Important Events and Days in August 2023

• August 1: World Wide Web Day, National Mountain Climbing Day
• August 6: Hiroshima Day, Friendship Day in India
• August 12: International Youth Day, World Elephant Day
• August 15: Independence Day in India, National Mourning Day (Bangladesh)
• August 19: World Photography Day, World Humanitarian Day

These events make August 14 a day rich in history and significance, both in India and around the world. For more such informative content, keep following Indiatimes Events.