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Historical Event on 2/2/1930

Vasudev Govind Apte, editor and dictrionay creator, passed away.

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9/29/2000The Government raises the prices of petroleum products across- the-board while cutting import and excise duties on crude oil, diesel and motor spirit (petrol).
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2/23/1768Nizam accepted British supremacy and Smith Col. signed peace treaty with the Nizam.