March 13: A Day Etched in History – Unpacking Its Special Significance in 2025
March 13: A Day Etched in History – Unpacking Its Special Significance in 2025 Welcome to a journey through time on this Thursday, March 13, 2025! At 07:23 AM IST, India awakens to a day rich with historical echoes, resonating with events that have shaped our world across centuries. From cosmic discoveries to revolutionary acts, cultural milestones to political shifts, March 13 has long been a date of profound importance. Today, as India buzzes with Holi preparations, weather alerts, and breaking news, we’ll explore why this date stands out historically and how its legacy reverberates in 2025. Let’s dive into the tapestry of March 13 and uncover its special significance! A Cosmic Milestone: The Discovery of Uranus (1781) On March 13, 1781, English astronomer William Herschel peered through his telescope and stumbled upon a "curious nebulous star or perhaps a comet"—a discovery that turned out to be Uranus, the seventh planet from the Sun. Initially mistaking it for a comet,...