With October 8 being the 281st day of the year, only 85 days are remaining until the end of 2024. October 8 is celebrated as Indian Air Force Day. Along with this, the day witnessed various births and deaths and release of popular movies. Check major events and happenings of this day here.Indian Air Force Day- On October 8, India celebrates the relentless spirit of air warriors who protect our skies with unmatched courage. The day is celebrated commemorate the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF)1871- Great Chicago Fire- People still remember the Great Chicago Fire that began in the barn of Patrick and Catherine O'Leary. Over 300 people were killed in a span of two days. 1809- On this day in year 1809, Klemens von Metternich was announced as foreign minister of Austria. 1970- Aleksandr Isayevich Solzhenitsyn was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.2001- The Linate Airport disaster caused more than 100 deaths. It happened due to a ground collision at Milan's most centrally-located commercial airport.2005- Earthquake in Pakistan- An earthquake occurred on the morning of October 8. It was centred near the city of Muzaffarabad, and also affected nearby Balakot in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and some areas of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Reports claim that over 80,000 people died and millions were displaced.
Notable Births and Deaths on October 8- 1985: Bruno Mars, talented singer-songwriter was born
- 1970: Matt Damon, acclaimed actor was born
- 1939: Harvey Pekar, American author known for his work was born
- 1992: Willy Brandt, visionary German politician died
- 1967: Clement Attlee, UK PM died
- 1936: Premchand, Indian author died
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