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Historical Event on 8/16/1974

A.Shankar was appointed as the Narcotics Commissioner of India. He headed this office till 31st March 1977.

Other Historical Dates and Events
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1/19/1997Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad arrives in India on a 4-day visit.
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3/9/1931The Tories decide not to attend future round table talks on India in London.
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