Romeo and Juliet likely first performance in 1595

 

“Romeo and Juliet” is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare early in his career about the romance between two Italian youths from feuding families. It was among Shakespeare's most popular plays during his lifetime and, along with Hamlet, is one of his most frequently performed. 

On 29 January 1595, William Shakespeare's play "Romeo and Juliet" is thought to have been first performed. It was officially published early 1597. 

Indian Newspaper Day

29th January is observed as National Newspaper Day in India. On this day, the first Indian Newspaper called 'Hicky's Bengal Gazette' was published back in 1780. It was printed in Calcutta (Kolkata) which was the capital of India at that time. Founded by an Irishman named James Augustin Hicky, the newspaper was known for expressing everything freely in an unbiased manner which did not go well with the British.

Hicky's Bengal Gazette was the first newspaper to be printed in Asia. It's publication was stopped in 1782 as the British were aware of the damage the newspapers could do to their regime.

On this day, it is important to pay tributes to the print media industry which played a huge role in erasing myths and inspiring younger generations to bring a positive change in the society.