July 23 has seen a number of significant events throughout history, from the dawn of the automobile era to groundbreaking space missions. On this day in 1903, Ford Motor Company sold its first car, forever changing transportation as we know it. Decades later, on July 23, 1999, the space shuttle Columbia blasted off, carrying the world’s most powerful X-ray telescope into orbit. This launch also marked another milestone as Eileen Collins became the first woman to command a U.S. space flight.
Moving into the present, July 23, 2024, will see India’s Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman present the national budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 during the Budget Session of Parliament. This annual event is crucial for India’s economic direction and will be eagerly watched by citizens and the global community alike.
