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Historical Event on 2/18/1999

Ramakrishna Hedge, Commerce Minister, launched the India Brand Equity Fund (IBEF).

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2/20/1847Turf Club of Royal Calcutta was established.
10/2/1934Indian Naval Force was established.
3/18/1953Backward Classes Commission inaugurated.