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1981 in India

Explore 3 historical events and records for India in 1981.

Historical records for India in 1981

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May

Death of Nargis Dutt

Dutt, Nargis · Arts / Cinema

Death of Nargis Dutt

June

APPLE

Dhawan, Satish · Kourou · ISRO · Science / Astronomy

Under Satish Dhawan, APPLE is launched as India's experimental geostationary communication satellite.

Other events (month unknown)

Honours

Kalam, Avul Pakir Jainul Abdul · Government / Government of India

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam receives the Padma Bhushan for his scientific and public service.

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