What happened on Friday April 30, 1982?

Here's what happened on April 30, 1982:

• Bijon Setu massacre in Calcutta On April 30, 1982, 17 members of the Ananda Marga organization, including 16 monks and 1 nun, were killed and burned alive near Bijon Setu in Kolkata, India. The victims were en route to an educational conference when they were intercepted by a mob, beaten, and set on fire in broad daylight. Despite the public nature of the attacks, no arrests were made, and the incident remains unresolved. In 2012, a single-member judicial commission was established to investigate the killings. source: en.wikipedia.org
• Iran launches Operation Beit ol-Moqaddas in Khuzestan On April 30, 1982, Iran initiated Operation Beit ol-Moqaddas, a military offensive aimed at recapturing Khorramshahr and other occupied areas in Khuzestan province from Iraqi forces. The operation was part of a broader strategic effort to expel Iraqi troops from southern Iran and restore territorial integrity. The offensive led to significant battles, including the Second Battle of Khorramshahr, culminating in the city's liberation on May 24, 1982. source: washingtonpost.com

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April 30, 1982: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

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April 30, 1982 was a Friday and it was the 120th day of the year 1982 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 30, 1982 can also be written as 4/30/1982 in the US and as 30/4/1982 in UK and Europe.

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Famous people born on April 30, 1982:

• Kirsten Dunst

  Kirsten Dunst is an American actress known for her diverse film roles ranging from child stardom in 'Interview with the Vampire' to her acclaimed performances in 'The Virgin Suicides,' the 'Spider-Man' trilogy, and 'Melancholia.' Her career spans over three decades and has garnered her several awards and critical recognition. [bio]

• Drew Seeley

  Drew Seeley is a Canadian-American actor, singer, and songwriter best known for his vocal work in Disney's "High School Musical" and for acting roles in various film and television projects, including "Another Cinderella Story" and "Hallmark" movies. [bio]

• Lloyd Banks

  Lloyd Banks is an American rapper, prominent member of the influential hip-hop group G-Unit, and a successful solo artist known for his...

• Irina Kulikova (guitarist)
• Marshall White

Famous people born in 1982

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Famous people died on April 30, 1982:

• Taisen Deshimaru

  Influential Zen Buddhist master who significantly contributed to spreading Zen philosophy in France and establishing numerous Zen centers...

• Lester Bangs

  Influential rock critic and writer who revolutionized music journalism with his raw, honest, and often provocative reviews in Rolling Stone...

• Pio La Torre
• Carlo Crespi Croci

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April 30, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 30, 1982 was I Love Rock 'N Roll by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Joan Jett & The Blackhearts - I Love Rock 'N Roll
2. Vangelis - Chariots Of Fire - Titles
3. Paul McCartney - Ebony And Ivory
4. The J. Geils Band - Freeze-Frame
5. Rick Springfield - Don't Talk To Strangers

April 30, 1982: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on April 30, 1982 was Ebony And Ivory by Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Paul McCartney & Stevie Wonder - Ebony And Ivory
2. Nicole - A Little Peace
3. PhD - I Won't Let You Down
4. Yazoo - Only You
5. Madness - House Of Fun

April 30, 1982: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on April 30, 1982 was If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another by Richard "Dimples" Fields, according to the music chart for the week April 26th and May 2nd.

1. Richard "Dimples" Fields - If It Ain't One Thing...It's Another
2. Stevie Wonder - That Girl
3. Atlantic Starr - Circles
4. Kool & The Gang - Get Down On It
5. O'Bryan - The Gigolo

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 30th is Taurus.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 30, 1982: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 30, 1982 is Dog and the associated element is Water.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 30, 1982 was Waxing crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 30, 1982 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on April 30, 1982 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 58% full, rising at 12:14 pm and setting at 02:58 am.

The previous full moon was on Apr 08, 1982 while the next full moon would come on May 08, 1982.

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Someone born on April 30, 1982 is:

44 years and 24 days old,

or 528 months and 24 days old,

or 2299 weeks and 2 days old,

or 16095 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 30, 1982?

There are 341 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday April 30th 2027.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 30, 1982?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 30, 1982.

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