On December 6, 1985, SAARC foreign ministers backed regional cooperation, PM Rajiv Gandhi called for firm action against Punjab terrorists, and an acid leak in Delhi turned fatal. Explore this pivotal day in history.
On Dec 5, 1985, sulphuric acid fumes from a Delhi factory leak caused widespread panic, just a year after Bhopal. L-G ordered a probe, three executives arrested. Read the full story.
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi concluded a Japan visit for economic modernisation. Meanwhile, Union Carbide's $5M Bhopal aid was deemed a pittance. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
On December 2, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi set strict tech import rules for industry, Karnataka CM called for tougher libel laws, and Punjab saw violence. Explore this pivotal day in India's history.
December 1, 1985: Suspected terrorists ambush police in Ferozepur, killing 2 officers. Rajiv Gandhi invites Pakistan's Zia-ul-Haq to nuclear facility. Read more historical insights.
On November 18, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi affirmed India's unwavering support for Palestine while Atal Bihari Vajpayee pushed for nuclear weapons. Read this historical flashback.
On November 17, 1985, India and Pakistan discussed expanding trade relations through joint ventures and economic cooperation. Read about this historic diplomatic effort.
40 years ago, Nevado del Ruiz volcano erupted in Colombia, burying Armero town under ash and killing 21,000. Remembering one of history's deadliest volcanic disasters.
Remembering the devastating 1985 Nevado del Ruiz eruption that buried Armero town, killing 21,000. A tragic lesson in natural disaster preparedness. Read more about this historic catastrophe.
Explore the true story behind Yami Gautam's film Haq, based on the 1985 Shah Bano case that changed India's political landscape and Muslim personal law.
On November 13, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi congratulated scientists for Dhruva reactor success while security incidents unfolded across India. Read this historical flashback from The Indian Express archives.
On November 12, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi warned against terrorism in Punjab while Assam election dates were announced and other significant events unfolded across India and beyond. Read this historical recap.
Exclusive look at Rajiv Gandhi's firm Afghanistan policy and the shocking US kidnapping of a Russian spy that shook international relations in November 1985.
Four decades ago, India and China initiated crucial diplomatic talks that would lay the foundation for future bilateral relations. Explore the significance of these groundbreaking negotiations.
Discover how former PM Rajiv Gandhi's 1985 speech at Doon School offered a visionary roadmap for India-Pakistan ties, emphasizing dialogue over conflict.
Exclusive look back at the 1985 Indian Express report that uncovered Pakistan's covert nuclear weapons program and its global implications.
On October 27, 1985, PM Rajiv Gandhi engaged in crucial diplomacy with Soviet leader Gorbachev while Punjab government dropped 309 cases in a significant political move.
Discover how Rajiv Gandhi's powerful 1985 UN address foreshadowed today's global counter-terrorism efforts and established India as a key voice in international security.
Discover how Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's 1985 NAM address reshaped India's global diplomacy and championed nuclear disarmament during the Cold War era.
Hollywood legend Michael J. Fox shares profound insights about why the 1985 classic 'Back to the Future' remains timeless, highlighting how universal themes of bullying create deep audience connections.
Explore the historic moment when Commonwealth nations imposed unprecedented sanctions on Britain over apartheid South Africa, challenging traditional power dynamics.
Four decades ago, South Africa erupted in flames as anti-apartheid protests turned deadly. Explore the pivotal moments that shook the nation and accelerated the fight for freedom.
Discover the heartbreaking story of Pelle Lindbergh, the Philadelphia Flyers' Swedish goaltender whose brilliant career ended in tragedy. From Vezina Trophy glory to fatal accident - the untold story.