June 12 has witnessed many significant events throughout history. On this day, many great people were born, and several remarkable personalities also passed away. There are numerous events from India and around the world that have left a lasting mark in history. Let’s take a look at some of the major events that happened on this day.
Important Events on 12 June
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In 1381, farmers in England revolted.
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In 1665, New Amsterdam officially became part of Britain and was renamed New York, in honor of the Duke of York.
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In 1691, Pope Innocent XII succeeded Pope Alexander VIII.
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In 1752, Chanda Sahib surrendered in Karnataka.
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In 1787, the United States passed a law setting the minimum age for senators at 30 years.
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In 1812, Napoleon Bonaparte launched an attack on Russia.
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In 1830, France began the colonization of Algeria.
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In 1889, a train accident in Armagh, Northern Ireland, claimed the lives of 88 people.
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In 1898, General Emilio Aguinaldo declared the independence of the Philippines from Spain.
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In 1926, Brazil decided to withdraw from the League of Nations.
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In 1937, eight army officials were executed in the Soviet Union.
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In 1952, the Soviet Union declared its peace treaty with Japan invalid.
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In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to life imprisonment for his anti-apartheid activities in South Africa.
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In 1975, the Allahabad High Court found then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi guilty of electoral corruption.
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In 1987, Margaret Thatcher secured her third consecutive victory in the British general elections.
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In 1990, the Russian Parliament formally declared Russia's sovereignty.
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In 1991, Boris Yeltsin became the first President of the Russian Republic.
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In 1994, the world’s largest twin-engine jet, the Boeing 777, completed its maiden flight.
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In 1998, G8 countries decided to suspend loans to India and Pakistan following their nuclear tests.
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In 1999, Pakistan announced an 11% increase in its defense budget. The UN Security Council also approved a mission for East Timor.
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In 2001, India and Bangladesh began border dispute talks.
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In 2002, Argentina was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup after drawing with Sweden.
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World Day Against Child Labour was observed for the first time in 2002.
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In 2004, the G8 Summit concluded in Savannah, Georgia.
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In 2004, U.S. President George W. Bush rejected direct talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong-il.
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In 2007, four Indian students were selected for the Biology Olympiad in Canada.
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On 12 June 2007, Sikh students in Australian schools were granted permission to carry the religious symbol, the Kirpan.
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In 2008, India was chosen to host the 6th SAFF Football Championship for 2009 by the South Asian Football Federation.
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In 2008, renowned film director Mrinal Sen was honored at the 10th Osian's Cinefan Film Festival.
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In 2016, Saina Nehwal won the Australian Open title for the second time.
Notable Births on 12 June
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1929: Anne Frank, the famous German diarist whose diary became one of the best-selling books in the world, was born.
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1932: Padmini, a famous Bharatanatyam dancer and actress, was born.
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1957: Narendra Singh Tomar, a senior politician from the Bharatiya Janata Party, was born.
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1957: Javed Miandad, a renowned Pakistani cricketer, was born.
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1935: Shyama, a well-known actress in Indian cinema, was born.
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1932: Marathi actress Jayshree Talpade, known for her shy persona, was born.
Notable Deaths on 12 June
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1972: D.G. Tendulkar, biographer of Mahatma Gandhi, passed away.
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1976: Gopinath Kaviraj, a Sanskrit scholar and philosopher, passed away.
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2000: Renowned Marathi author P. L. Deshpande passed away.
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2003: American actor Gregory Peck passed away.
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2015: Padma Shri awardee Nek Chand Saini, creator of Chandigarh’s Rock Garden, passed away.
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2017: C. Narayana Reddy, a celebrated Telugu poet and Jnanpith award winner, passed away.
Significant Observances on 12 June
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World Day Against Child Labour
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Russia Day: A national holiday in Russia