8 - Today In History - 8th October

History of 8th October. 1) Indian Air Force Day - The Indian Air Force was officially founded on 8th October 1932. Today is the 94th anniversary of Indian Air Force. 2) India Became the Member of Flight Safety Foundation - India expanded its international aviation footprint by officially becoming a member of the global Flight Safety Foundation on 8th October 1998. 3) Young India Journal by Mahatma Gandhi - Mahatma Gandhi started publishing his weekly journal, 'Young India', in English on 8th October 1919. It's aim is to spread his philosophy of non-violence and brief the public on the freedom movement. 4) Death Anniversary of Jayaprakash Narayan - Jayaprakash Narayan popularly remembered as JP or Lok Nayak (People's Leader) passed away on 8th October 1979. He was an independence activist and political leader who famously led the mid-1970s opposition movement against the Emergency. 5) Passing away of Nana Patekar - Legendary Indian actor and filmmaker Nana Patekar passed away on October 8, 2026 due to sudden cardiac arrest. 6) World Dyslexia Awareness Day - Is observed annually on 8th October. Dyslexia is a condition affecting the brain that causes difficulty with reading and spelling. A global campaign focused on the early diagnosis of dyslexia, inclusive teaching methods, and overcoming the societal stigmas associated with this learning disorder. 7) World Octopus Day - Is observed annually on 8th October. It is celebrated globally on October 8 to honor one of the most intelligent, distinct, and ancient marine creatures on Earth. 8) International Lesbian Day - Is observed annually on 8th October. It's aim is to celebrate lesbian history, culture, and community diversity.