05 October History: 05 October in the pages of history

05 October History: October 05 holds a special place in both Indian and world history. On this day, several major incidents, inventions, and turning points have been recorded in the pages of history. From revolutions and scientific achievements to political transformations and cultural milestones — this day has witnessed it all. Let’s explore the important events that make 5 October remarkable in global and Indian history.

Important Historical Events of 05 October in the World

• 1750: Carlo Goldoni’s comedy “Ile Tetro Comico” premiered in Venice.

• 1789: Thousands of Parisian women marched to the royal palace at Versailles during the French Revolution due to rising bread prices.

• 1796: Spain declared war on England.

• 1818: Claudine Thévenet founded the Roman Catholic Order “Religious of Jesus and Mary” in Lyon, France.

• 1823: The medical journal The Lancet was founded by Thomas Wakley in London.

• 1842: Joseph Grol produced the first Pilsner beer in Bohemia.

• 1864: A devastating cyclone in Calcutta killed nearly 50,000 people.

• 1880: Alonzo T. Cross patented the world’s first ballpoint pen.

• 1902: Ray Kroc, who later transformed McDonald’s into a global food empire, was born.

• 1910: The monarchy in Portugal ended, establishing a republic.

• 1944: Women gained the right to vote in France.

• 1948: A massive earthquake in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan killed 110,000 people.

• 1962: The first-ever James Bond movie, Dr. No, was released.

• 1970: The environmental organization Greenpeace was officially formed in Canada.

• 1986: The Sunday Times published an expose on Israel’s secret nuclear program by Mordechai Vanunu.

• 2011: Apple co-founder Steve Jobs passed away due to pancreatic cancer.

• 2014: Hewlett-Packard (HP) announced its split into two companies – HP Inc. and HP Enterprise.

Important Historical Events of 05 October in India

• 1676: The East India Company obtained the right to mint Indian currency in Mumbai.

• 1805: Lord Cornwallis, the British Governor-General, died in Ghazipur.

• 1864: A cyclone in Calcutta claimed 70,000 lives.

• 1930: The British aircraft R101 crashed in France en route to India, killing 48 people.

• 1989: Justice M. Fathima Beevi became the first woman judge of the Supreme Court of India.

• 2008: Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari allowed U.S. airstrikes within Pakistan’s territory.

• 2011: India launched the world’s cheapest tablet PC, Aakash, priced at ₹2250 to promote digital education.

Important Days Observed on 05 October

• World Teachers’ Day – International

• Senior Citizens Day – International

• National Dolphin Day – National (India)

Famous Birthdays on 05 October

• 1922: Kripalu Maharaj – Indian Spiritual Leader

• 1923: Kailashpati Mishra – Indian Politician

• 1940: Nar Bahadur Bhandari – Politician, Former Chief Minister of Sikkim

World Teachers’ Day 2025 Theme

“Redefining Teaching as a Collaborative Profession”
World Teachers’ Day celebrates the invaluable contribution of teachers globally, marking the adoption of the UNESCO/ILO Recommendation on the Status of Teachers in 1966.

October 05 reminds us how each day in history carries lessons of courage, innovation, and transformation. Whether it’s honoring educators on World Teachers’ Day, remembering natural disasters, or celebrating great inventions — this date offers glimpses of the past that shaped our present.