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♦ World Patient Safety Day is observed every year on September 17 to raise global awareness about patient safety.
♦ This day was established by the World Health Organization (WHO) in May 2019.
♦ World Patient Safety Day is one of 11 official global public health campaigns observed by the WHO.
♦ 2024 theme: “Get it right, make it safe!”.
Posted Date: September 18, 2024Special Days
♦ World Ozone Day is observed every year on 16 September to spread awareness among people about the depletion of Ozone Layer and search possible solutions to preserve it.
♦ In 1994, the UN General Assembly declared 16 September the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone layer.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Advancing Climate Action.'
Posted Date: September 17, 2024Special Days
♦ National Engineer's Day is observed every year on September 15 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. It was first celebrated in 1968. Sri Lanka and Tanzania also celebrated September 15th as Engineers Day.
♦ Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya was born on September 15, 1861, in Muddenahalli village in Karnataka.
♦ 2024 theme: "Innovating for a Sustainable Future".
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♦ Hindi Diwas is observed every year on September 14 to promote the language and its usage across the nation. Hindi is the most widely spoken language in India and the third most spoken language worldwide.
♦ On 14 September 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India officially recognized Hindi as one of the country’s official languages. The first Prime Minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru decided to observe September 14 as Hindi Diwas. The celebration of Hindi Diwas officially started in 1953.
♦ World Hindi Day is celebrated all over the world on 10 January, thus Hindi Day is celebrated twice in India.
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The National Forest Martyrs Day is observed every year on September 11 in India to honouring the countless activists who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defence of India's jungles, forests, and wildlife. This day was established by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in 2013.
Posted Date: September 11, 2024Special Days
♦ International Day of Police Cooperation is observed every year on September 7. This was marked for the first time in 2023. This day recognizes the essential work of the world’s law enforcement community in global security. It was designated in the United Nations General Assembly Resolution on the International Day of Police Cooperation adopted on 16 December 2022.
♦ Coinciding with the centenary of INTERPOL, as the International Criminal Police Commission (ICPC) was created on September 7, 1923, the United Nations marked the International Day of Police Cooperation for the first time in 2023.
Posted Date: September 7, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day of Charity is observed every year on September 5 to commemorate the death anniversary of Mother Teresa, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her efforts in combating poverty and distress, which are also threats to peace. The main objective of this day is to raise awareness and provide a common platform for charitable activities around the globe involving individuals, charities, philanthropic groups and volunteers at local, National, regional, and International levels.
♦ In 2012, the U.N. General Assembly officially designated September 5 as the International Day of Charity.
Posted Date: September 5, 2024Special Days
♦ Teachers Day is celebrated every year in India on September 5 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. It happens since 1962. He was born on 1888 and died on 17 April 1975.
♦ Radhakrishnan served as first Vice President (1952 - 62) and second President (1962 - 67) of India.
♦ He got Bharat Ratna in 1954 and Templeton Prize in 1975.
♦ World Teachers’ Day is observed every year on October 5th. It was proclaimed by UNESCO in 1994.
♦ 2024 theme: “Empowering Educators for a Sustainable Future.”
Posted Date: September 5, 2024Special Days
♦ National Sports Day is observed every year on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, who was born in 1905. In a career spanning over 22 years, Dhyan Chand scored 400 goals and captained the side to three gold medals in Olympics (1928, 1932, and 1936).
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Sport for the Promotion and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies’.
Posted Date: August 29, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day Against Nuclear Tests is observed every year on August 29 to raise awareness about the effects of a nuclear weapons test explosion or any other nuclear explosion. On December 2, 2009, the United Nations General Assembly declared August 29 as the International Day against Nuclear Tests.
♦ 2024 theme: 'To strengthen the taboo against nuclear tests.'
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♦ India celebrates the first-ever National Space Day on 23 August to commemorate the successful moon landing of ISRO's Vikram Lander from Chandrayaan-3. India became the fourth country to land on the moon and the first nation to reach its southern polar region on August 23, 2023. To honour this landmark achievement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced August 23 as "National Space Day".
♦ 2024 theme: 'Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: India’s Space Saga'.
Posted Date: August 23, 2024Special Days
♦ International Day Of Remembrance of And Tribute To Victims Of Terrorism is observed annually on 21 August to pay tribute to honour and pay tribute to victims of terrorism to stand by them. The UN General Assembly established this day in 2017.
♦ The word terrorism was first used to describe the "Regime de la Terreur" (the Reign of Terror) in France in the last decade of the 18th century.
♦ India is currently ranked 116th globally in the Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2024, which is a significant improvement from its 126th rank in 2023, 139th in 2020, and 141st in 2019.
Posted Date: August 21, 2024Special Days
♦ World Photography Day (World Photo Day) is celebrated every year on August 19. This day was first held in 2010. The day is observed on August 19th as it’s the date in 1839 that the government in France purchased the patent for the Daguerreotype process. The French government called the invention of the Daguerreotype process a free gift to the world.
♦ 2024 theme: 'An Entire Day'.
Posted Date: August 19, 2024Special Days
♦ World Humanitarian Day is observed every year on August 19 to honour humanitarian workers who risk their lives to provide aid and assistance to people in need. The day is also an occasion to raise awareness of global humanitarian efforts. This day was established in 2008 by the United Nations General Assembly and was first observed on August 19, 2009.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Act For Humanity'.
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Partition Horrors Remembrance Day is observed every year in India on 14 August to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and were displaced during the country's partition in 1947. This day was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2021.
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♦ World Organ Donation Day is observed every year on August 13 to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation and encourage people to register as organ donors. The first successful kidney transplant occurring in 1954. Ronald Lee Herrick was the first person to donate his organ to his twin brother, and Dr Joseph Murray was the doctor who carried out this successful organ transplantation process.
♦ In 2023, the India Organ Donation Day was shifted to August 3, commemorating India’s first successful deceased-donor heart transplant on August 3, 1994.
♦ 2024 theme: “Be the Reason for Someone’s Smile Today!”.
Posted Date: August 13, 2024Special Days
♦ International Youth Day is observed every year on August 12. In 1999, the United Nations (UN) declared August 12 to be International Youth Day. The suggestion was recommended to the UN General Assembly by the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth in Lisbon on December 17, 1999. The day was first celebrated in 2000.
♦ 2024 theme: 'From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development.'
Posted Date: August 12, 2024Special Days
♦ World Lion Day is observed every year on August 10 to raise awareness about the plight of lions and the importance of conservation efforts. This day was first established in 2013 by Big Cat Rescue, the world’s largest accredited sanctuary dedicated to lions, and was co-founded by Dereck and Beverly Joubert.
Posted Date: August 10, 2024Special Days
♦ World Tribal Day (The International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples) is observed every year on August 9 to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world's indigenous population. In December 1992, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed a resolution announcing 1993 as the International Year of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
♦ 2024 theme: "Protecting the rights of Indigenous Peoples in Voluntary Isolation and Initial Contact."
Posted Date: August 9, 2024Special Days
♦ Quit India Movement Day is observed every year on August 8 to commemorate the quit India movement which steered India towards its eventual independence from British colonial rule. The movement was also known as the Bharat Chhodo Andolan. It was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in August 1942 during the session of the All India Congress Committee in Bombay. Gandhi's clarion call "Do or Die" resonated nationwide.
Posted Date: August 8, 2024Special Days
The National Javelin Day is observed every year on August 7 in India to commemorate Neeraj Chopra's historic gold medal during the Tokyo Olympics. In 2021 Chopra hurled javelin at a distance of 87.58m during the men's Javelin Throw final of the Tokyo Games to win the gold medal. Chopra scripted history as it was India's first-ever gold medal in Track and Field events in Olympics.
Posted Date: August 7, 2024Special Days
National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on August 7 to honour the nation's handloom weavers and to shed spotlight on India's handloom industry. The first Handloom Day was celebrated in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Chennai. The date was specifically chosen to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement which was launched on August 7, 1905 and encouraged indigenous industries, particularly handloom weavers.
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♦ Hiroshima Day is observed every year on August 6 to remember the tragic event of World War II in 1945 when the atomic bomb was dropped on Japan’s Hiroshima. On August 6, 1945, the United States deployed an atomic bomb named "Little Boy" over Hiroshima, causing unprecedented destruction and loss of life. The explosion resulted in the deaths of an estimated 140,000 people by the end of that year due to the blast and subsequent radiation exposure.
♦ This day aims to educate people about the immense harm caused by nuclear weapons. It also serves as a tribute to the lives lost and the survivors who endured immense suffering.
Posted Date: August 6, 2024Special Days
♦ World Lung Cancer Day is observed evary year on August 1 to raise awareness about lung cancer and its impact on individuals and communities worldwide. The day aims to educate the public about the risks, symptoms, and treatments of lung cancer, and to support those affected by the disease.
♦ This day was first established in 2012 by the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) in collaboration with the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) and the American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST).
♦ 2024 theme: "Close the Care Gap: Everyone Deserves Access to Cancer Care"
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♦ International Friendship Day (World Friendship Day) is observed on July 30 to promote and cherish the spirit of friendship worldwide. The day was proclaimed in 2011 by the United Nations General Assembly. They wanted to promote the idea that "friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities."
♦ 2024 theme: “Embracing Diversity, Fostering Unity”.
Posted Date: July 31, 2024Special Days
♦ International Tiger Day is observed every year on July 29 to raise awareness about the conservation of this endangered species. This day was established in 2010 during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit. This summit was held in St. Petersburg, Russia, was organised by the Global Tiger Initiative (GTI).
♦ 2024 theme: 'Call for Action'.
Posted Date: July 29, 2024Special Days
♦ World Hepatitis Day is observed every year on July 28 to raise awareness of viral hepatitis and its impact on global health. This date was chosen to honor the birthday of Dr. Baruch Blumberg, the Nobel Laureate who discovered the hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the 1960s and developed a diagnostic test and vaccine for it. Initially celebrated on May 19, the date was moved to July 28 in 2010. The first community-driven World Hepatitis Day was organized in 2008 by the World Hepatitis Alliance, which was established in 2007.
♦ 2024 theme: "It’s Time for Action"
Posted Date: July 29, 2024Special Days
♦ The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) foundation day is observed every year on July 27 to commemorate the formation of the central force on this day in 1939. Originally constituted as the Crown Representative Police in 1939, CRPF was the internal combat force in India. The force was renamed as CRPF by an Act of Parliament passed on 28 December 1949.
♦ The CRPF plays a major role during disasters in the country or when any unforeseen accidents happen.
Posted Date: July 29, 2024Special Days
♦ Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed every year on July 26 to commemorates the success of Operation Vijay in 1999. In this operation, the Indian Armed Forces reclaimed the territories in the Kargil district of Jammu and Kashmir that had been infiltrated by Pakistani soldiers and militants. 2024 is the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas. On this occasion, the Department of Posts has released a commemorative postage stamp at Dras, Kargil in Ladakh.
Posted Date: July 27, 2024Special Days
♦ National Income Tax Day is observed every year on July 24 to honours the establishment of income tax by Sir James Wilson in 1860. The income tax day or Aaykar Diwas was celebrated for the first time on July 2010 to acknowledge 150 years of income tax in India. The Income Tax Act 1922 was designed with a proper framework for the direct tax administration in India.
Posted Date: July 25, 2024Special Days
♦ National Broadcasting Day is observed every year in India on July 23. On July 23, 1927, the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) came into existence as the country’s first radio company. This was followed by the launch of All India Radio (AIR) in April 1930 as the Indian Broadcasting Service.
♦ By the time of India’s independence in 1947, the country had six AIR radio stations in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Lucknow and Tiruchirappalli. The name of AIR was changed to Akashvani in 1956. Today, AIR has 262 radio stations that broadcast nearly 650 news bulletins in 90 languages.
Posted Date: July 24, 2024Special Days
♦ National Flag Day is observed every year on 22 July to commemorate the adoption of the Indian national flag in 1947 by the Constituent Assembly. In 1921, Mahatma Gandhi asked freedom fighter Pingley Venkayya to design a national flag, for the freedom movement. On July 22, 1947, the Indian national flag was officially hoisted. This day has a special significance for all Indians as this day in 1947 tricolour was adopted as the National Flag.
Posted Date: July 23, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Chess Day is observed every year on July 20. This date coincides with the founding of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in 1924. This day was first celebrated in 1966. FIDE's establishment marked a turning point in competitive chess. It standardized rules, organized international tournaments, and fostered the game's growth. Their motto, "Gens Una Sumus" (We are one people), beautifully embodies chess's unifying power.
Posted Date: July 22, 2024Special Days
♦ Nelson Mandela International Day is observed every year on July 18 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Nelson Mandela. Mandela became the first democratically elected president of the country on May 10, 1994, and he is referred to as the 'Father of the Nation' in South Africa. Nelson Mandela died on 5 December 2013 in Houghton, Johannesburg.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Combating poverty and inequality is in our hands.’
Posted Date: July 19, 2024Special Days
♦ World Day for International Justice is celebrated every year on July 17 to commemorate the establishment of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in 1998. The day aims to promote awareness about the ICC's role in prosecuting individuals for crimes such as genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity, and to advocate for global justice and accountability. Since 1988, 139 countries have become ICC members.
Posted Date: July 18, 2024Special Days
♦ World Youth Skills Day is observed every year on July 15. It aims to promote the development and empowerment of young people worldwide by focusing on skills development and employment. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Youth Skills for Peace and Development’.
Posted Date: July 15, 2024Special Days
♦ International Malala Day is observed every year on July 12 to commemorate the birthday of Malala Yousafzai who bravely fought for girls' education. This day was first celebrated in 2013. Malala Yousafzai was born on July 12, 1997 in Mingora in the Swat valley. In 2014, she was named the co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting equal education rights for all children.
Posted Date: July 12, 2024Special Days
♦ World Population Day is observed every year on July 11 to raise awareness about global population issues and their impact on society. The world population was reached five billion on 11 July 1987. This further prompted Dr KC Zachariah, a senior Demographer at the World Bank, to suggest that July 11 should be observed as World Population Day every year. This day was first celebrated in 1989.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Leave no one behind, count everyone'.
Posted Date: July 11, 2024Special Days
♦ World Zoonoses Day is observed every year on July 6 to commemorate the day when Louis Pasteur successfully administered the first Rabies vaccine and saved a life. On July 6, 1885, French Biologist Louis Pasteur administered a rabies vaccine to a young boy who was bitten by a rabid dog.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Preventing the spread of zoonotic disease'
Posted Date: July 6, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day of Cooperatives is celebrated every year on the first Saturday of July each year. In 2024 it falls on July 6. The International Cooperative Alliance established the first International Cooperative Day in 1923 to honour the ideals and principles of cooperation.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Cooperatives Build a Better Future for All'
Posted Date: July 6, 2024Special Days
♦ International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed every year on July 3 to promoting a zero-tolerance approach to plastic pollution and the importance of recycling and composting plastic waste. This day was first celebrated in 2008.
♦ According to global non-profit Plastic Oceans International, 380 million tonnes of plastic is manufactured every year and about half of it is for single-use purposes. There is a dire need to find sustainable alternatives to plastic products.
Posted Date: July 3, 2024Special Days
♦ World Sports Journalist Day is observed every year on July 2 to honour the outstanding work of journalists in the field of sports journalism. This day was established by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) to commemorate the formation day of AIPS as an organisation in 1994 during the Summer Olympics in Paris.
Posted Date: July 2, 2024Special Days
♦ National Doctors’ Day is observed every year on July 1 to commemorate the birth and death anniversary of Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, a famous doctor, and the former Chief Minister of West Bengal. This day was first celebrated in 1991.
♦ 2024 theme: "Healing Hands, Caring Hearts".
Posted Date: July 1, 2024Special Days
♦ The National Chartered Accountants (CA) Day is observed every year on July 1. This year’s celebrations mark the 76th anniversary of the ICAI’s foundation by an Act of Parliament. The ICAI is a statutory body formed by an Act of Parliament, the Chartered Accountants Act of 1949, to regulate the profession of Chartered Accountancy in the country. The institute is overseen administratively by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
♦ 2024 theme: “Innovating for a sustainable future.”
Posted Date: July 1, 2024Special Days
♦ The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Day is celebrated every year on July 1 to commemorate the introduction of GST on 1 July 2017. This day was first observed in 2018. The GST is an indirect tax that has eliminated multiple complex taxes levied by the central and state governments. GST simplified the tax structure focusing on destinations, improving transparency and efficiency.
Posted Date: July 1, 2024Special Days
♦ International Day of Parliamentarism is observed every year on June 30 to commemorate the founding of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in 1889. This day was officially designated in 2018 by the United Nations General Assembly.
♦ 2024 theme: “Parliamentary diplomacy: Building bridges for peace and understanding.”
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♦ National Statistics Day is observed every year in India on June 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis. He is known as the father of modern statistics in India. This day was first celebrated in 2007.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Use of data for decision making.'
Posted Date: June 29, 2024Special Days
♦ The Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day is observed every year on June 27. The UN General Assembly established this day on 6 April 2017 to raise public awareness of their contribution to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). According to a report by the International Council for Small Business (ICSB), Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) make up over 90 percent of all firms and account on average for 60-70 percent of total employment.
♦ 2024 theme: “Building a Stronger Future Together.”
Posted Date: June 27, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking (World Drug Day) is observed every year on June 26. It aims to raise awareness about the devastating consequences of drug use, including physical and psychological harm, overdose deaths, and societal problems. This day was established by the United Nations in 1987.
♦ 2024 theme: "The evidence is clear: invest in prevention"
Posted Date: June 26, 2024Special Days
♦ International Day of the Seafarer is observed every year on June 25 globally. It is an annual celebration organised by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to recognise seafarers' contribution to our everyday lives. This day was established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2010.
Posted Date: June 25, 2024Special Days
♦ United Nations Public Service Day is celebrated every year on June 23 to acknowledge the contribution of public service to improve the development process for all people. The UN General Assembly officially designated this day on 20 December 2002.
Posted Date: June 23, 2024Special Days
♦ World Music Day is observed every year on June 21 to promote music across the world. The first World Music Day was observed in Paris, France on June 21, 1982. That day more than 1000 musicians came together to perform throughout the city.
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♦ International Day of Yoga is observed every year on June 21 to promote the many benefits of practising yoga. In 2014, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed the idea of observing this day on June 21 during his address to the 69th session of the UN General Assembly. This day was first celebrated in 2015.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Yoga for self and society'.
Posted Date: June 21, 2024Special Days
♦ World Refugee Day is observed every year on 20 June to raise awareness about the plight of refugees worldwide and promoting their inclusion and acceptance in host communities. The first-ever World Refugee Day was celebrated on 20 June 2001 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. The day was earlier recognized as Africa Refugee Day and later in December 2000, the United Nations General Assembly officially declared it as an International Day for Refugees.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘For a World Where Refugees Are Welcomed.’
Posted Date: June 20, 2024Special Days
♦ World Sickle Cell Day is observed every year on June 19 to raise awareness about sickle cell disease globally. The UN General Assembly passed the measure in December 2008, recognising SCD as a public health threat and one of the world’s leading genetic diseases.
♦ 2024 theme: “Hope Through Progress: Advancing Care Globally.”
Posted Date: June 19, 2024Special Days
♦ Sustainable Gastronomy Day is observed every year on June 18. Gastronomy is defined as a study of the relationship between food and culture. The United Nations General Assembly established this day on 21 December 2016.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘More Taste Less Waste’.
Posted Date: June 18, 2024Special Days
♦ World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year on June 17. This day was established by the UN General Assembly in 1994. In 2007, the UN General Assembly declared the decade of 2010 to 2020 as the United Nations Decade for Deserts and the fight against Desertification.
♦ 2024 theme: 'United for Land. Our Legacy. Our Future'.
Posted Date: June 17, 2024Special Days
♦ Father’s Day is celebrated every year on the third Sunday in June. In 2024, it falls on June 16. The first Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in Spokane. Later, in 1972, Father's Day gained official recognition in the United Nations.
♦ 2024 theme: “Honoring Fatherhood: Strength, Love, and Sacrifice”
Posted Date: June 16, 2024Special Days
♦ World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is observed every year on June 15 to raise awareness about the abuse, neglect and exploitation of older adults.
♦ This day was established by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA) and the World Health Organization in 2006. The United Nations General Assembly officially recognised it as a UN Day through a resolution in 2011.
♦ 2024 theme: “Spotlight on Older Persons in Emergencies.”
Posted Date: June 15, 2024Special Days
♦ World Blood Donor Day is observed every year on June 14 to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and to urge more people to donate blood. The World Health Assembly established this day in 2005.
♦ 2024 theme: “20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors! ”
Posted Date: June 14, 2024Special Days
♦ International Albinism Awareness Day is observed every year on 13 June. This day was established by the United Nations’ General Assembly on December 18, 2014. Albinism is a rare, genetically inherited condition that causes a lack of pigmentation in the skin, hair, and eyes.
♦ 2024 Theme: “10 years of IAAD: A decade of collective progress”.
Posted Date: June 13, 2024Special Days
♦ The World Day Against Child Labour is observed every year on June 12 to promote and broaden the global call to end child labour. Thi day was first celebrated in 2002 by the International Labor Organization (ILO).
♦ 2024 theme: "Let’s act on our commitments: End Child Labour"
Posted Date: June 12, 2024Special Days
♦ International Archives day is observed every year on June 9 to raise awareness among public about the importance of records and archives.
♦ This day aims to make the general public, private and public sectors fully conscious of the need for long-term archival preservation and access.In 2007, the UN General Assembly decided that June 9th would be celebrated as International Archives Day.
♦ 2024 theme: "CyberArchives."
Posted Date: June 9, 2024Special Days
♦ World Oceans Day is observed every year on June 8 to create awareness about the importance of preserving and conserving oceanic resources. The idea of World Ocean Day was initially proposed in 1992 by Canada’s International Centre for Ocean Development and the Ocean Institute of Canada at the Earth Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In 2008, the UN General Assembly passed an official resolution to mark June 8 as World Oceans Day.
♦ 2024 theme: “Awaken New Depth”.
Posted Date: June 8, 2024Special Days
♦ World Food Safety Day is observed every year on June 7 to raise awareness about the importance of food safety and promote actions to prevent, detect, and manage foodborne risks. This day was established in December 2018 by the United Nations General Assembly. The first World Food Safety Day took place in 2019.
♦ 2024 theme: "Food Safety: Prepare for the Unexpected."
Posted Date: June 7, 2024Special Days
♦ World Environment Day is observed every year on June 5 to promote more sustainable practices while advocating the protection of our planet. The United Nations General Assembly declared June 5 as World Environment Day during the Stockholm Conference in 1972. This day was first celebrated in 1973.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Land restoration, desertification and drought resilience’
Posted Date: June 5, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed every year on June 4. It was established by the UN General Assembly on 19 August 1982. The children across the globe are most vulnerable during any kind of armed conflict and are the worst sufferers of pain, physical, mental and emotional traumas which badly affect their overall growth and future.
Posted Date: June 4, 2024Special Days
♦ World Bicycle Day is observed every year on June 3 to raise awareness about the benefits of cycling and urge more people to take up this mode of transportation to enable a sustainable way of living. In April 2018, the United Nations General Assembly announced that World Bicycle Day will be celebrated every year on June 3.
♦ 2024 theme: “Promoting Health, Equity, and Sustainability through Cycling.”
Posted Date: June 3, 2024Special Days
♦ World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on 31 May to inform the public about the dangers of using tobacco. The World Health Organisation created this day in 1987 to prevent tobacco-related deaths and diseases.
♦ According to the World Health Organisation, tobacco kills more than 8 million people each year, including an estimated 1.3 million non-smokers who are exposed to second-hand smoke. For India, chewing tobacco is a major concern rather than smoking and other electronic tobacco products. About 28.6 per cent of adults (15 year and above) in India use tobacco in different forms. There are about 27 crore tobacco users including 20 crore smokeless tobacco users and 10 crore smokers in the country.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Protecting Children From Tobacco Industry Interference.'
Posted Date: May 31, 2024Special Days
♦ The first-ever International Potato Day is observed in 2024. In December 2023, the UN General Assembly announced that May 30 will be International Potato Day yearly.
♦ 2024 theme: “Harvesting Diversity, Feeding Hope.”
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♦ The International Day of UN Peacekeepers is observed every year on May 29. For 76 years, United Nations peacekeepers have worked to save and change lives in the world’s most fragile political and security situations. Since 1948, more than two million uniformed and civilian personnel have helped countries to transition from war to peace. Today, more than 70,000 peacekeepers serve in 11 missions deployed in hotspots around the world.
♦ 2024 theme: “Fit for the future, building better together”
Posted Date: May 29, 2024Special Days
♦ World Hunger Day is observed on May 28 every year.
♦ It was founded by The Hunger Project in 2011 to call attention to global food crisis.
♦ This day serves as a platform to advocate for sustainable solutions that address the root causes of hunger, promote food security, and empower communities.
♦ Theme 2024: "Thriving Mothers, Thriving World"
Posted Date: May 28, 2024Special Days
♦ The first World Football Day was celebrated on May 25. In 2024, the world marks the 100th anniversary of the first international football tournament involving teams from all regions, held on May 25, 1924, during the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
♦ To honour this milestone, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution on May 7, 2024, proclaiming May 25 as World Football Day.
Posted Date: May 25, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day for Biological Diversity is observed every year on May 22. This day was established by the Second Committee of the UN General Assembly in 1993.
♦ Initially, it was celebrated on December 29 to mark the day the Convention on Biological Diversity came into effect.
♦ However, on December 20, 2000, the date was changed to May 22 to commemorate the adoption of the Convention at the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992 and to avoid the many holidays in late December.
♦ 2024 theme: "Be Part of the Plan."
Posted Date: May 22, 2024Special Days
♦ National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed every year on May 21 to commemorate the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
♦ He was killed by a suicide bomber from the LTTE (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam) in Sriperumbudur, a village near Chennai in 1991. Rajiv Gandhi was sworn in as the sixth Prime Minister of India on 31 October 1984.
Posted Date: May 21, 2024Special Days
♦ World Bee Day is observed every year on May 20 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Anton Jansa, a pioneer of modern apiculture. This day was established by the United Nations in 2017.
♦ 2024 theme: "Bee Engaged with Youth."
Posted Date: May 20, 2024Special Days
♦ World AIDS Vaccine Day (HIV Vaccine Awareness Day) is observed annually on May 18 to commemorate the anniversary of a speech given by then-US President Bill Clinton on May 18, 1997.
♦ This day was first observed in 1998. This day aims to raise awareness about the ongoing fight against HIV/AIDS and the importance of developing a vaccine.
Posted Date: May 18, 2024Special Days
♦ International Museum Day is celebrated every year on May 18.
♦ The first International Museum Day was organized in 1977 by the International Council of Museums (ICOM).
♦ 2024 theme: "Museums for Education and Research"
Posted Date: May 18, 2024Special Days
♦ World Hypertension Day is observed every year on May 17 to raise awareness about the importance of managing and preventing high blood pressure (hypertension).
♦ May 17 has been recognized as World Hypertension Day annually since 2006.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, and Live Longer.’
Posted Date: May 17, 2024Special Days
♦ World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is observed every year on May 17. The day marks the anniversary of the signing of the first International Telegraph Convention and the creation of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on May 17, 1865. In November 2005, the World Summit on the Information Society requested that the UN General Assembly establish May 17 as World Information Society Day.
♦ 2024 theme: “Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development”.
Posted Date: May 17, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day of Living Together in Peace is observed every year on 16 May. This day was established by the UN General Assembly in 2017.
♦ This day serves as a reminder of our shared responsibility to promote understanding and to work towards building a sustainable, peaceful and harmonious world. Ultimately, the goal is to create a world where people can live together, united in their differences and diversity.
Posted Date: May 16, 2024Special Days
♦ International Day of Families is observed every year on May 15 to highlight the importance of families in society. In 1993, the UN designated May 15 as International Day of Families.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Families and Climate Change’
Posted Date: May 15, 2024Special Days
♦ International Nurses Day is observed on 12th May every year. The day is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the nurses' contributions to the healthcare sector. The day is observed to honor the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, who was born on May 12, 1820, in Florence, Italy
♦ Theme 2024: "Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care"
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♦ International Day of Argania is observed every year on May 10. This day celebrates the Argan tree, an ancient species that has grown in Morocco for about 80 million years. These trees are not just old; they play a crucial role in the local economy and environment. In 2021, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 10 May the International Day of Argania.
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♦ World Red Cross Day is observed every year on May 8 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This day was first observed in 1948.
♦ 2024 theme: "I give with joy, and the joy I give is a reward."
Posted Date: May 8, 2024Special Days
♦ World Thalassaemia Day is observed every year on May 8 to raise awareness about thalassaemia, a genetic blood disorder characterised by abnormal haemoglobin production.
♦ This day was first established by Panos Englezos in 1994 in memory of his son George, who died of Thalassemia. Panos Englezos was the Founder of the Thalassemia International Federation (TIF).
♦ 2024 theme: 'Empowering Lives, Embracing Progress: Equitable and Accessible Thalassaemia Treatment for All.'
Posted Date: May 8, 2024Special Days
♦ World Asthma Day is observed every year on the first Tuesday of May to raise awareness about asthma, globally. In 2024 it came on May 7. The first World Asthma Day was observed in 1998.
♦ 2024 theme: “Asthma Education Empowers”.
Posted Date: May 7, 2024Special Days
♦ International Day for Mine Awareness (International Day For Mine Awareness And Assistance In Mine Action) is observed every year on May 4.
♦ This day aims to raise public attention towards mine action activities, the land mines, their threats to the safety of mankind and how to work towards their elimination.
♦ The United Nations General Assembly declared April 4 as International Day of Mine Awareness in December 2005.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Protecting Lives, Building Peace'.
Posted Date: May 4, 2024Special Days
♦ World Press Freedom Day is observed every year on May 3. After the recommendation of UNESCO's General Conference in 1991, the United Nations General Assembly in 1993 established Press Freedom Day to be observed every year on May 3. This day was first observed in 1994.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis.’
Posted Date: May 3, 2024Special Days
♦ World Tuna Day is observed annually on May 2 to raise awareness about the critical importance of tuna conservation.
♦ The United Nations General Assembly officially declared May 2 as World Tuna Day in 2016. This day was first observed in 2017.
Posted Date: May 2, 2024Special Days
♦ May Day (International Labour Day) is observed every year on May 1 to remember the struggles and sacrifices of the workers and labour movements.
♦ In 1889, a lot of socialist parties in Europe came together and decided to celebrate May 1 as International Labour Day. Since then, the special day has been observed every year on the same day.
♦ It was first celebrated in India in 1909, when the Comrade Malayapuram Singaravelu Chettiar, the founder of the first trade union, arranged two meetings to celebrate the day.
Posted Date: May 1, 2024Special Days
♦ International Jazz Day is observed every year on April 30. The UNESCO General Conference proclaimed April 30 as International Jazz Day in November 2011.
♦ This day was established to draw attention to the role of jazz in promoting peace, dialogue among cultures, diversity, and respect for human rights and human dignity.
Posted Date: April 30, 2024Special Days
♦ Ayushman Bharat Diwas (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana - PM-JAY Divas) is celebrated every year on April 30.
♦ The day aims to spread awareness about the scheme and its benefits. PM-JAY was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2018.
Posted Date: April 30, 2024Special Days
♦ International Dance Day is celebrated every year on April 29. The International Dance Committee of the UNESCO International Theatre Institute first introduced the concept of World Dance Day in 1982.
Posted Date: April 29, 2024Special Days
♦ World Day for Safety and Health at Work is observed every year on April 28 to raise awareness and educate people about the importance of safe, healthy, and proper working environments. The day was first celebrated by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) in 2003.
♦ 2024 theme: 'To focus on ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate'.
Posted Date: April 28, 2024Special Days
♦ International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day is observed every year on April 26. On April 26, 1986, the nuclear disaster at Chernobyl took place.
♦ During a 20-second routine shutdown of the nuclear power plant, the disaster happened which resulted in the spread of a radioactive cloud over the Soviet territory comprising of Belarus, Ukraine, and Russia.
♦ The disaster exposed nearly 8.4 million people to harmful radioactive chemicals. In 2016, the United Nations officially established the International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day.
Posted Date: April 26, 2024Special Days
♦ The World Intellectual Property Day is observed every year on April 26 to raise awareness about intellectual property (IP) rights and its role in encouraging innovation and creativity to make the world a better place.
♦ The day was established in 2000 by the World Intellectual Property Office.
♦ 2024 theme: “IP and the SDGs: Building Our Common Future with Innovation and Creativity”.
Posted Date: April 26, 2024Special Days
♦ World Earth Day (International Mother Earth Day) is observed every year on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. A U.S. senator named Gaylord Nelson organised the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, with the help of a graduate student from Harvard University named Denis Hayes.
♦ In 1990, Hayes organised the first global Earth Day with over 200 million people from more than 140 countries.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Planet vs. Plastics'.
Posted Date: April 22, 2024Special Days
♦ National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year on April 24 to commemorate the establishment of the Panchayati Raj system in India.
♦ In 1993, by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, the Panchayat system came to be implemented in the rural areas to allow for development to happen at grassroot level. India's three-tiered administrative structure is known as the Panchayati Raj system.
Posted Date: April 24, 2024Special Days
♦ National Civil Service Day is observed every year on April 21 to appreciate the officers engaged in various public departments in the country.
♦ Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the first Home Minister of Independent India, addressed probationers of Administrative Services Officers in 1947 at Metcalf House in Delhi, referring to civil officials as the 'steel frame of India'.
♦ The first celebration was held on April 21, 2006, at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
Posted Date: April 20, 2024Special Days
♦ World Malaria Day is observed every year on April 25 to spread awareness about the deadly mosquito-borne disease.
♦ This day was established by WHO Member States at the World Health Assembly in 2007.
♦ 2024 theme: “Accelerate the fight against malaria for a more equitable world.”
Posted Date: April 25, 2024Special Days
♦ World Book and Copyright Day (International Day of the Book or World Book Day) is celebrated every year on April 23.
♦ The UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) designated April 23 as a day to celebrate books and authors worldwide in 1995.
♦ 2024 theme: "Read Your Way"
Posted Date: April 23, 2024Special Days
♦ World Liver Day is observed every year on April 19 to spread awareness about liver-related issues and diseases. This day was first conducted in 2012.
♦ 2024 theme: “Keep your liver healthy and disease-free”.
Posted Date: April 19, 2024Special Days
♦ World Heritage Day (International Day for Monuments and Sites - IDMS) is celebrated every year on April 18 to honour and preserve our heritage.
♦ In 1982, The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) proposed the idea of observing World Heritage Day on April 18 every year.
♦ In 1983, the proposal was approved at UNESCO's General Conference.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Discover and Experience Diversity.
Posted Date: April 18, 2024Special Days
♦ World Haemophilia Day is observed every year on April 17 to raise awareness about the rare genetic bleeding disorder. This day was established by the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) in 1989.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Equitable access for all: recognizing all bleeding disorders'.
Posted Date: April 17, 2024Special Days
♦ World Art Day is celebrated every year on April 15 to create a bridge between artists and audiences and highlights their contribution to the development of the world. The day was officially announced in 2012 by the International Association of Art.
♦ 2024 theme: 'A GARDEN OF EXPRESSION: Cultivating Community Through Art.'
Posted Date: April 15, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day of Human Space Flight is observed every year on April 12. The day is celebrated to honour the first person, Yuri Gagarin, to go to space. On April 7, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly finalised April 12 as the International Day of Human Space Flight.
♦ 2024 Theme: “Encouraging Scientific Curiosity”.
Posted Date: April 12, 2024Special Days
♦ World Homeopathy Day is celebrated every year on April 10 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr Samuel Hahnemann. Samuel Hahnemann was born on April 10, 1755.
♦ 2024 theme: "Homeoparivar: One Health, One Family".
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♦ The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) is celebrated every year on April 6 to recognise the importance of sports and physical activity in our personal lives and communities around the world. In 2013, the UN General Assembly officially designated April 6th as the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace.
♦ 2024 theme: “Sport for the Promotion of Peaceful and Inclusive Societies”.
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♦ In India National Maritime Day is celebrated every year on April 5. This day was celebrated for the first time in 1964 to honour the inaugural voyage of the first Indian-owned ship SS Loyalty, on April 5, 1919. 2024 mark the 61st National Maritime Day.
♦ 2024 theme: “Navigating the future: safety first!”
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♦ The International Day for Mine Awareness is observed every year on April 4. Te aim of this day is to raise public attention towards mine action activities, the land mines, its threats to the safety of mankind and how to work towards its elimination. This day was first observed in 2006.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Protecting Lives, Building Peace'.
Posted Date: April 4, 2024Special Days
♦ World Autism Awareness Day is observed every year on April 2 to empower and help autistic people lead a normal life. The United Nations established World Autism Awareness Day in 2007. According to the World Health Organization, one in 100 children has autism.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Empowering Autistic Voices'
Posted Date: April 2, 2024Special Days
International Day of Zero Waste is observed every year on March 30 to raise awareness about reducing waste and promoting zero-waste initiatives to achieve sustainable development. On December 14, 2022, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution that March 30 is International Day of Zero Waste Day.
Posted Date: March 30, 2024Special Days
♦ World Theatre Day is observed every year on March 27. The International Theatre Institute (ITI) started World Theatre Day in 1961. ITI aims to promote World Theatre Day globally and emphasising the significance and impact of theatre.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Theatre and a Culture of Peace'.
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World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed annually on March 24, to raise awareness about TB and its global impact. This day was first observed in 1983. March 24, 1882 is considered a significant date in the battle against tuberculosis as it is on this day that Dr Robert Koch discovered the bacteria that causes TB.
2024 theme: 'Yes! We can end TB!'
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♦ Shaheed Diwas (Martyrs’ Day) is observed every year in India on March 23 in remembrance of the freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar brave martyrs of the nation.
♦ Bhagat Singh, along with his associates Shivaram Rajguru and Sukhdev Thapar threw bombs at the Central Legislative Assembly while shouting the slogan – Inquilab Zindabad on 1929 April 8. On March 23, 1931, Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar were hanged.
Posted Date: March 23, 2024Special Days
♦ World Meteorological Day is observed every year on March 23 to commemorate the formal establishment of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO). The WMO was founded to predict weather and climate changes in 1950.
♦ The World Meteorological Day was announced by the World Meteorological Organisation in 1951.
♦ 2024 theme: “At the Frontline of Climate Action.”
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♦ World Poetry Day is observed annually on March 21 to honour poets and bring back the practice of poetry readings. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) started this day to support poetry movements globally in 1999.
♦ 2024 theme: "Standing on the Shoulders of Giants."
Posted Date: March 22, 2024Special Days
♦ World Water Day is celebrated every year on March 22. The United Nation (UN) designated this day in 1993 after a recommendation in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED).
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Water for Peace’.
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♦ International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed every year on March 21. This day is observed annually on the day when South African police opened fire on 69 protestors peacefully opposing apartheid "pass laws" in 1960, Sharpeville.
♦ 2024 thme: “A Decade of Recognition, Justice, and Development: Implementation of the International Decade for People of African Descent”.
Posted Date: March 21, 2024Special Days
♦ World Forestry Day is celebrated every year on March 21 to raises awareness about the critical role forests play in sustaining life on our planet. In 2012, the United Nations General Assembly designated March 21 as the International Day of Forests.
♦ According to the United Nations, forests are home to a vast majority of the world's land-based wildlife, with over 60,000 different tree species.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World'.
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♦ World Sparrow Day is observed every year on March 20 to promote awareness about the conservation and protection of sparrows. The first World Sparrow Day was celebrated in 2010. This day was created by India’s Nature Forever Society and France’s Eco-Sys Action Foundation.
♦ 2024 theme: "I Love Sparrows".
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♦ International Day of Happiness (World Happiness Day or Happiness Day) is observed every year on March 20. The aim of this day ids to create awareness about the importance of the existence of happiness in our lives. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to proclaim March 20 as the International Day of Happiness on 12 July 2012.
♦ 2024 theme: “Reconnecting for Happiness: Building Resilient Communities”.
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♦ Ordnance Factories Day is observed every year on March 18 to commemorate the day when Ordnance Factory in Cossipore, Kolkata was formed in 1787. In 1775, the Board of Ordnance was formed in Fort William, Kolkata. In 1787, a gunpowder factory was formed in Ishapore and a gun carriage factory was formed in Cossipore, Kolkata. Now it's known as Gun and Shell Factory, Cossipore. After India gained indpeendance in 1947, the Ordnance Factories were placed under the control of the Indin Government.
♦ 2024 theme: “Operational Efficiency, Readiness, and Mission Accomplishment in the Maritime Domain”
Posted Date: March 18, 2024Special Days
National Vaccination Day (National Immunization Day) is observed every year in India on March 16. This day aims to spread awareness about the importance of vaccines in the healthcare system. In 1995 the Indian government began the Pulse Polio Vaccination Program as the first attempt of uprooting this sickness from the country. From that point forward, March 16 has been celebrated as National Vaccination Day.
* 2024 theme: “Vaccines Work For All”.
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♦ World Consumer Rights Day is observed every year on March 15 to focus on raising awareness about consumer rights and needs. The first World Consumer Rights Day was celebrated in 1983 and since then the day has become a global event. In India, the Consumer Protection Act, of 1986, outlines the basic rights, including the right to be informed about the quality, quantity, potency, purity, and standard, of a consumer.
♦ 2024 Theme: 'Fair and Responsible AI for Consumers'.
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World Kidney Day is observed every year on the second Thursday of the March. In 2024 it falls on March 14. This day was first observed in 2006 with the slogan 'Are Your Kidneys ok?'. The drive was established by the International Society of Nephrology (ISN) and the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF).
2024 theme: 'Kidney Health for All - Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practice'.
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The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Raising Day is celebrated every year on MArch 10 to commemorate the establishment of CISF. It was founded on 10 March 1969. CISF comes under the Ministry of Home Affairs and is headquartered in New Delhi. In 1969, the force had a strength of 3,129. Today, CISF has grown to become one of the largest security forces in the country with a strength of over 1.6 lakh personnel.
Posted Date: March 10, 2024Special Days
♦ International Women's Day (IWD) is celebrated every year on March 8. The day aims to focus on recognizing the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The United Nations celebrated International Women's Day on March 8th for the first time in 1975.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress.’
Posted Date: March 8, 2024Special Days
The Geological Survey of India (GSI) celebrated its 174th Foundation Day on 4th March 2024. On this occasion, the celebrations were held in Kolkata, the Central Headquarters of GSI, and the Southern Region’s headquarters in Hyderabad. GSI was established in 1851. The founder of the GSI was Dr. Thomas Oldham and the first Indian Head of GSI was Dr. M. S. Krishnan.
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♦ World Hearing Day is celebrated every year on Marxh 3 to raise awareness about preventing deafness and hearing loss and promoting ear and hearing care around the world. This day was first recognised by WHO in 2007. Previously, the day was recognised as International Ear Care Day. After 2016, WHO changed the name to World Hearing Day.
♦ 2024 theme: "Changing mindsets: Let's make ear and hearing care a reality for all."
Posted Date: March 3, 2024Special Days
♦ World Wildlife Day is observed annually on March 3 to raise awareness about the importance of wildlife conservation. This day was first proposed by Thailand to the UN General Assembly in 2013. The General Assembly adopted a resolution on 20 December 2013, designating March 3 as World Wildlife Day in 2014.
♦ 2024 theme: “Connecting People and Planet: Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation.”
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Zero Discrimination Day is observed every year on March 1. The day was first celebrated on 1 March 2014 after UNAIDS, a joint United Nations program on Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), launched its Zero Discrimination Campaign on 'World AIDS Day' in December 2013. The then-Executive Director of UNAIDS Michel Sidibé launched the day in 2014 with a major event in Beijing.
* 2024 theme: “To protect everyone's health, protect everyone's rights.”
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♦ The World NGO Day (World Non-Governmental Organisation Day) is observed every year on February 27. The day aims to acknowledge the crucial contributions of the NGOs. This day was proposed for the first time by the Baltic Sea NGO Forum in 2010. The occasion has been on the plan of the forum since around 2012.
♦ 20245 theme: 'Building a Sustainable Future: The Role of NGOs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).'
Posted Date: February 27, 2024Special Days
Central Excise Day is observed every year on February 24 in India to commemorate the establishment of the Central Excise and Salt Act, which came into effect in 1944. The Act was a combination of 11 Acts concerning excise duties and was passed to make changes in the law related to salt and central duties. Later, in 1966, the name of this Act was changed to The Central Excise Act, 1944.
Posted Date: February 24, 2024Special Days
World Peace and Understanding Day is observed every year on February 23. This day is celebrated to promote peace, empathy and cooperation between people of various origins and cultures. In 1905, Paul P. Harris assembled a meeting with three of his friends in Chicago. This was the first meeting for the development of Rotary International. In 1910, the first Rotary Clubs in America were founded, mainly in Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland, and in Los Angeles.
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World Thinking Day is celebrated every year on February 22. In 1926, delegates from all over the world met at Camp Edith Macy in New York for the fourth World Conference of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). They decided to create a day dedicated to guides and girl Scouts.
2024 theme: 'Our World, Our Thriving Future'
Posted Date: February 22, 2024Special Days
♦ International Mother Language Day is observed every year on February 21. The date was chosen to commemorate the 1952 Bengali Language Movement in Bangladesh, when students and activists protested against the imposition of Urdu as the sole official language. This day was established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1999.
♦ 2024 theme: "Multilingual education is a pillar of intergenerational learning".
Posted Date: February 21, 2024Special Days
♦ The World Day of Social Justice is observed every year on February 20. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly On 26 November 2007. The International Labour Organization (ILO) unanimously adopted the ILO Declaration on Social Justice for a Fair Globalization on 10 June 2008.
♦ 2024 theme: "Bridging Gaps, Building Alliances".
Posted Date: February 20, 2024Special Days
World Whale Day is observed every year on the third Sunday of February. In 2024 it came on February 18. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about the threats faced by whale species. This day was established in 1980 by Greg Kauffman and the Pacific Whale Foundation. World Whale Day highlights need to protect whales facing challenges such as pollution and habitat loss.
Posted Date: February 18, 2024Special Days
♦ Global Tourism Resilience Day is observed every year on 17 February 2024. The aim of this day is to create greater consciousness about tourism resilience. This day was first celebrated in 2023.
♦ According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), tourism’s direct contribution to the global economy was a staggering $3.5 trillion in 2019. However, the pandemic led to a sharp decline, with the economic contribution falling to $1.9 trillion in 2021.
Posted Date: February 17, 2024Special Days
National Women’s Day is celebrated every year in India on February 13 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu. 2024 marks the 145th birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu. She also known as the “Nightingale of India.” In 1925, Sarojini Naidu became the first woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress.
Posted Date: February 13, 2024Special Days
♦ The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated every year on 11 February. It observed to honour and acknowledge the achievements and contributions of females in the field of science. This day was established in 2015 by the UN General Assembly.
♦ 2024 theme: “Closing the Gender Gap in Science: Accelerating Action”
Posted Date: February 11, 2024Special Days
♦ World Pulses Day is observed every year on February 10. The United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution in 2013 to declare 2016 as the International Year of Pulses. Later in 2018, the UN General Assembly declared February 10 as World Pulses Day.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Pulses: Nourishing Soils and People'.
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Every year, International Day of Human Fraternity is observed on February 4. This day was first celebrated in 2021. On 21st December 2020, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating 4th February as the International Day of Human Fraternity.
Posted Date: February 4, 2024Special Days
♦ World Cancer Day is observed every year on February 4. This day was first celebrated in 2000 at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium in Paris. According to the World Health Organization cancer is the second leading cause of death globally.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Close the care gap: Everyone deserves access to cancer care.'
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World Rheumatic Arthritis Day is celebrated every year on February 2 to raise awareness of rheumatoid arthritis. This day was first observed in 2013. Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day is an important day for raising awareness of this chronic autoimmune disease that affects millions of people worldwide.
2024 theme: "Living Well With RA: Early Diagnosis, Effective Management, and a Brighter Future".
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♦ World Wetlands Day is observed every year on February 2. On February 2, 1971, the international treaty known as the Ramsar Convention, which was given its name in honour of the Iranian city of Ramsar was signed. In 1971, the Ramsar Show was embraced, and in 2021, the UN General Assembly took on Resolution which laid out 2 February as World Wetlands Day.
♦ 2024 theme: "Wetlands and Human Wellbeing."
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♦ Indian Coast Guard Day is observed every year on February 1. This year (2024), the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) celebrated its 48th Raising Day. It was established in 1977 to prevent the sea-borne smuggling of goods that hampered the economy.
♦ On August 18, 1978, the Parliament announced that the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Day would be celebrated on February 1.
♦ Under the motto "Vayam Rakshamah" (We Protect), the ICG has saved over 11,554 lives since its inception, including 200 lives in the year 2023.
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International Zebra Day is celebrated every year on January 31. There are at present three distinct types of zebra living in nature i.e. Grevy's zebra, plains zebra, and mountain zebra. The Grevy's zebra is listed on the Red List of Threatened Species as critically endangered. According to the African Wildlife Foundation, their population has decreased by approximately 54% over the past three decades.
Posted Date: January 31, 2024Special Days
♦ Martyrs’ Day (Shaheed Diwas) is observed every year on January 30 to commemorate the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. On January 30, 1948, Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated.
♦ Born Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi in Porbandar, Gujarat, on October 2, 1869.
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International Customs Day is observed every year on January 26. In 1953 the Customs Cooperation Council (CCC) confirmed this date to be observed as International Customs Day. In 1994 CCC was renamed as World Customs Organisation, and currently consists of 182 member states across the world.
2024 theme: “Customs Engaging Traditional and New Partners with Purpose”
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Republic Day in India is celebrated every year on January 26th to commemorate the day when the Constitution of India came into effect in 1950. This year (2024), India celebrates its 75th Republic Day. The themes for Republic Day 2024 is “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India) and “Bharat – Loktantra ki Matruka” (India – Mother of Democracy).
♦ French President Emmanuel Macron attended the parade as the chief guest of the 75th Republic Day.
♦ Indian President Draupadi Murmu escorted Macron in a ceremonial British-era horse-drawn carriage from the nearby president’s palace to the viewing stand. It was the first time the carriage has been used at the parade since it was abandoned by the government 40 years ago in favour of a car.
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♦ National Tourism Day is observed in India on January 25 to educate people about the importance of tourism. This day was first celebrated in 1948. Its aims were to promote popular tourist destinations across the country and to preserve the nation's cultural heritage.
♦ 2024 theme: 'Sustainable Journeys, Timeless Memories'
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♦ In India, the National Voters’ Day is celebrated every year on January 25 to encourage the voters to participate in the electoral process. This year the Election Commission of India is celebrating the 14th National Voters' Day. This day was first celebrated in 2011.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Nothing Like Voting, I Vote For sure’
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International Day of Education is observed every year on January 24. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on December 3, 2018. This day aims to advocate for inclusive and equitable education for all, including marginalized and disadvantaged groups.
2024 Theme: “Learning for Lasting Peace”
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National Girl Child Day is celebrated every year on January 24. This day was inaugurated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development in 2008. The aim of this day is to raise awareness of the difficulties that girls in Indian society endure. The day promotes equal opportunities in education, healthcare, and nutrition while raising awareness of the injustices that girls face.
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Parakram Diwas (Courage Day) is celebrated every year on 23 January to commemorate the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose. 2024 marks the 127th Birth Anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Subhas Chandra Bose was born on 23 January 1897 in Cuttack, Odisha. This day was first celebrated in 2021.
Posted Date: January 23, 2024Special Days
Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura Foundation Day was celebrated on January 21. 2024 marks the 51st foundation year for the three northeastern states, which attained statehood over 24 years after India gained Independence.
♦ While Manipur and Tripura were princely states which were absorbed into India in October 1949, Meghalaya was part of Assam after Independence.
♦ The states came into being in 1972 after the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, of 1971, was enacted.
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The Indian Army Day celebrated every year on January 15. It has celebrated to commemorate the occasion when General KM Cariappa took charge of the Indian Army from General sir Francis Roy Bucher in 1949. He became the first Indian to command the Army.
♦ India is celebrated 76th Indina Army Day with grand parade in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on January 15th 2024.
♦ The parade has been moved out of Delhi for the second consecutive year. Last year, it took place at Bengaluru's MED & Centre's Parade Ground.
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National Youth Day is observed every year on January 12th.
♦ It is also known as Rashtriya Yuva Diwas.
♦ It is an event that honours the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. He was one of the India's greatest spiritual and social leader.
♦ In 1985, India decided to dedicate January 12th, the birthday of the influential thinker and spiritual leader Swami Vivekananda, as National Youth Day.
♦ He was born in 1863 and died in 1902.
Theme 2024: MyBharat-Viksit Bharat@2047 - By the Youth, For the Youth.
Posted Date: January 12, 2024Special Days
♦ National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is observed every year on January 11 to create awareness about human trafficking across the world and promote and protect the rights of the victims. In 2007 the United States Senate declared January 11 as National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
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♦ World Hindi Day (Vishwa Hindi Diwas) is celebrated every year on January 10 to promote the Hindi language and its usage worldwide. In 2006, then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh announced January 10 to be marked as World Hindi Day. After English and Mandarin Chinese, Hindi is the most spoken language globally, which is spoken by 600 million people across the world.
♦ The first World Hindi Conference was held in Nagpur, Maharashtra, in 1975, and was inaugurated by then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
♦ 2024 theme: “Hindi – Bridging Traditional Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence.”
Posted Date: January 10, 2024Special Days
♦ Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (Non-Resident Indian - NRI Day) is celebrated on January 9. The concept of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas was first introduced in 2003 by the then Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, to commemorate the return of Mahatma Gandhi from South Africa to India on January 9, 1915.
♦ It was celebrated every year from 2003 to 2015. But it was amended in the year 2015, and since then, Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas is celebrated at an interval of every two years.
Posted Date: January 9, 2024Special Days
♦ Earth Rotation Day is observed every year on January 8 to recognize the pivotal discovery of Earth's rotation on its axis. This day is celebrated to honour Léon Foucault’s groundbreaking experiment.
♦ The concept of Earth rotation dates back to ancient Greece in 470 BC. However, it wasn’t until 1851 that French physicist Léon Foucault provided concrete proof with his famous pendulum experiment.
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♦ World Day of War Orphans is observed every year on January 6. The aimof this day is to lift and empower the orphans of war-stricken countries. This day was proposed and started by the French organisation SOS Enfants en Detresses. The organisation highlighted the amount of suffering and trauma that war orphans experience.
♦ 2024 theme: “Orphan Lives Matter.”
Posted Date: January 7, 2024Special Days
♦ National Birds Day is observed every year on January 5. This day was first established in 2002 by the Avian Welfare Coalition, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting birds from cruelty and abuse. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about the birds that are captured, brutally treated or produced in captivity for financial gain and pleasure.
♦ 2024 theme: ‘Right To Fight’.
Posted Date: January 5, 2024Special Days
♦ World Braille Day is celebrated every year on January 4 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Louis Braille. He was born on 4 Jaunary 1809 in France and became blind after birth due to an accident in childhood. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018. World Braille Day aims to raise awareness about the challenges encountered by individuals with visual impairments, advocating for their rights and societal integration.
Posted Date: January 4, 2024Special Days
♦ International Mind-Body Wellness Day is observed every year on January 3.
♦ The day promotes self-care, mindfulness and holistic health practices among people around the world in recognition of the mind-body connection.
♦ 2024 theme: "Holistic Wellness: Mind, Body, and Soul"
Posted Date: January 3, 2024Special Days
♦ Global Family Day is celebrated every year on January 1. This day was established in 1999 by the United Nations General Assembly. The day aims at commencing the new year with peace, unity and brotherhood among people and across nations and cultures.
♦ 2024 theme: “Embracing Diversity, Strengthening Families”.
Posted Date: January 1, 2024Special Days
Every year the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness is observed on December 27. The aimof this day is to motivate the nations to take proper preventive measures together in order to deal with potential pandemics. On December 7, 2020, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed a resolution which declared December 27 as the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness. The decision is part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Posted Date: December 27, 2023Special Days
♦ The United Nations declared 2024 as the International Year Of Camelids. The decision was taken to highlight the importance of camelids in the lives of people across the world. According to the official website of the Food and Agricultural Organization(FAO), camelids influence the lives of millions of households in more than 90 countries.
♦ The International Year of Camelids 2024 aims to build awareness of the untapped potential of camelids and to call for increased investment in the camelid sector, advocating for greater research, capacity development and the use of innovative practices and technologies.
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♦ Good Governance Day (Sushasan Diwas) is observed every year on December 25 to mark the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The day is celebrated to create awareness about government accountability and administration among the people. He was born on 25 December 1924 in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. In 2014 the Narendra Modi government announced that December 25 as the “Good Governance Day”.
Posted Date: December 25, 2023Special Days
National Consumer Rights Day is celebrated every year on December 24. In 1986, the Consumer Protection Act was passed and received the assent of the President on December 24. Since then, National Consumer Rights Day is celebrated on this day to commemorate the occasion.
♦ World Consumer Rights Day is observed every year on March 15.
♦ 2023 theme: “Empowering consumers through clean energy transitions”.
Posted Date: December 24, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the National Farmer’s Day (Kisan Diwas) is observed on every year December 23 to commemorate the birth anniversary of India’s former prime minister Chaudhary Charan Singh. Chaudhary Charan Singh was born in 1902 at Noorpur in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut. He served as the prime minister of India between 1979 and 1980. This day was first celebrated in 2001.
Posted Date: December 23, 2023Special Days
♦ National Mathematics Day is observed every year on December 22 to commemorate the birth anniversary of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. In 2012 then Prime Minister Manmohan Singh declared December 22 as National Mathematics Day to honor the life and achievements of Ramanujan in the field of Mathematics. Ramanujan was born on this day in 1887 in a Brahmin Iyengar family in Erode, Tamil Nadu.
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♦ International Human Solidarity Day (IHSD) is observed every year on December 20 to celebrate the ideal of unity in diversity and raise public awareness regarding the importance of solidarity.
♦ On December 20, 2002, the UN General Assembly had established the World Solidarity Fund.
♦ It was set up in February 2003 as a trust fund of the United Nations Development Programme.
♦ The objective was to eradicate poverty and illness and promote human and social development in developing countries.
Posted Date: December 21, 2023Special Days
♦ International Migrants Day is observed every year on December 18 to recognise the contributions of migrants and highlight the challenges they face.
♦ On 4 December 2000, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed December 18 as International Migrants Day.
♦ 2023 theme: “Promoting Safe Migration.”
Posted Date: December 18, 2023Special Days
♦ Vijay Diwas is celebrated every year on December 16 to commemorate India's victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war.
♦ The Border Security Force (BSF) held a first-ever "Vijay Diwas Parade" in New Delhi on 16 December 2023.
♦ Earlier, respective battalions and units held their own events to pay tributes to the personnel who laid down their lives during the 1971 war.
♦ According to official records, a total of 125 BSF personnel were killed in action and 392 injured while 133 were reported missing after the war.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Run for soliders, run with soliders’.
Posted Date: December 16, 2023Special Days
♦ National Energy Conservation Day is observed every year in India on December 14 to raise public awareness about the value of energy efficiency and conservation.
♦ On December 14, 1991, the National Energy Conservation Awards were given to the winners for the first time. Since then, the day has been marked as the National Energy Conservation Day.
♦ The National Energy Conservation Day and the Awards are being organized by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), under Ministry of Power, Government of India, which is mandated as per the Energy Conservation Act 2001, to regulate and promote energy efficiency and its conservation in India.
Posted Date: December 14, 2023Special Days
♦ International Day of Neutrality is observed every year on December 12 to raise awareness about the importance of neutrality in intergovernmental relations and to strengthen peace and security at the global level. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed this day in 2017. It also highlights the link between peacekeeping and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Posted Date: December 12, 2023Special Days
♦ International Mountain Day is observed every year on December 11 to raise awareness about the significance of mountains and the need to restore their ecosystems. The UN General Assembly declared December 11 as International Mountain Day in 2003.
♦ 2023 theme: “Restoring Mountain Ecosystems”.
Posted Date: December 11, 2023Special Days
Human Rights Day is celebrated every year on December 10 to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) in 1948. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the UDHR.
♦ The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 1948. In 1950, Human Rights Day was formally established after the adoption of the UNGA.
♦ In India the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) was established on October 12, 1993. The commission is contained in the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA).
♦ 2023 theme: "Freedom, Equality and Justice for All".
Posted Date: December 10, 2023Special Days
♦ International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD) or International Day Against Corruption is observed every year on December 9 to raise awareness among the general public on the impact of the prevailing malice in many countries. This dat was first celebrated in 2005.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘UNCAC at 20: Uniting the World Against Corruption.’
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♦ International Civil Aviation Day is observed every year on December 7. This day was first observed by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) on December 7, 1994, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Chicago Convention. Later, the UN General Assembly announced December 7 to be International Civil Aviation Day in 1996.
♦ The UN body has proposed the theme of International Civil Aviation Day in 2019 until 2023 as, “Advancing Innovation for Global Aviation Development.”
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♦ Mahaparinirvan Diwas is observed every year on December 6 to commemorate the death anniversary of Dr. B.R.Ambedkar.
♦ He was born on 14 April 1891 and died on December 6, 1956.
♦ Ambedkar was the first law minister of independent India.
♦ He received the highest civilian honour in India, the Bharat Ratna, in 1990 posthumously.
Posted Date: December 6, 2023Special Days
International Volunteer Day (IVD) is celebrated every year on December 5. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1985.
♦ 2023 theme: “The Power of Collective Action: If Everyone Did”
Posted Date: December 5, 2023Special Days
World Soil Day (WSD) is observed every year on December 5 to highlight the significance of maintaining healthy soil and advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources. The International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) recommended establishing an international day for celebrating soil in 2002. The UN General Assembly officially designated World Soil Day on December 5, 2014.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Soil and water, a source of life.’
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♦ Indian Navy Day is celebrated every year on December 4 to recognize the role and achievements of the Indian Navy. This day is a remembrance of "Operation Trident" which was launched by the navy against Karachi Harbour during the India-Pakistan war in 1971.
♦ 2023 theme: "Operational Efficiency, Readiness, and Mission Accomplishment in the Maritime Domain".
Posted Date: December 4, 2023Special Days
♦ International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is observed every year on December 3. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1992.
♦ The day was celebrated with the aim of understanding disability issues and gaining support to ensure that their rights to well-being, dignity and equal opportunities are practiced.
♦ 2023 theme: “United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with and by persons with disabilities,”
Posted Date: December 3, 2023Special Days
♦ International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is observed every year on December 2. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in1986. The aim of this day is to create awareness about the types of slavery that still exist and how people can rise together to abolish the same.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Fighting Slavery’s Legacy of Racism through Transformative Education’
Posted Date: December 2, 2023Special Days
♦ Border Security Force Raising Day is observed every year on December 1. BSF was established on December 1, 1965, after the Indo-Pakistani War. This is its 59th raising day. The BSF’s motto is Duty Unto Death. Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses the 59th Raising Day ceremony of Border Security Force (BSF) as the chief guest in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand. He also released BSF’s the annual magazine-‘Borderman’.
Posted Date: December 1, 2023Special Days
♦ World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 1 to spread awareness about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) caused by Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The day also serves as a platform to advocate for advancements in prevention, treatment and care. This day was first observed in 1988.
♦ 2023 theme: 'let communities lead'.
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♦ The 24th Edition of the Hornbill Festival was started at the Naga Heritage Village 'Kisama' on 1st December 2023. The United States of America, Germany, and Columbia are the Country Partners, and Assam as the Partner state for this year's edition.
♦ This is an annual festival celebrated from 1 to 10 December in the North Eastern Indian state of Nagaland. Hornbill Festival witnesses a dash of colorful culture, traditions, and contemporaries of all the tribes of Nagaland in one platform, celebrating the spirit of unity in diversity.
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♦ Every year, National Milk Day is celebrated on November 26 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien. He is also known as the Father of India's White Revolution.
♦ In 2014 NDDB and IDA announced that November 26 will henceforth commemorate Dr Kurien’s achievements.
Posted Date: November 26, 2023Special Days
♦ Indian Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) is observed every year on November 26. It marks the day when India adopted its constitution in the year 1949. The Constitution came into force on January 26, 1950.
♦ Earlier, this day was celebrated as Law Day but in 2015 the Indian government modified Law Day as Constitution Day.
♦ The Indian Constitution holds the distinction of being the world’s largest written constitution, comprising 448 articles, 12 schedules and 105 amendments.
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♦ The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed every year on November 25. The day aims to create awareness that women are victims of various forms of violence, including domestic violence and rape.
♦ This day was declared by the UN General Assembly on December 20, 1993. Further, on February 07, 2000, November 25 was officially designated as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
2023 theme: “UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls.”
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♦ World Fisheries Day is observed every year on November 21. In 1997, the "World Forum of Fish Harvesters & Fish Workers" met in New Delhi, leading to the establishment of the "World Fisheries Forum." Representatives from 18 countries signed a declaration advocating for global adoption of sustainable fishing practices and policies.
♦ According to the government data, India is the third largest fish producing country. The fish production in 2021-22 stood at 16.24 million tonnes (marine fish - 4.12 million tonnes, and aquaculture - 12.12 million tonnes).
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Celebrating the Wealth of Fisheries and Aquaculture'.
Posted Date: November 22, 2023Special Days
♦ World Children’s Day is observed every year on November 20 to commemorate the Declaration of the Rights of the Child by the UN General Assembly on the same day on 1959. It was first established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day.
♦ 2023 theme: “For every child, every right”
Posted Date: November 20, 2023Special Days
♦ Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (WED) is celebrated every year on November 19 to recognise the achievement of women entrepreneurs and to support the efforts of women to build their business ventures.
♦ This day was established by the Women’s Entrepreneurship Development Organization (WEDO) in 2014.
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♦ International Men's Day is celebrated every year on November 19 to raise awareness about the health and well-being of men and boys and to highlight the issues that they face. This day was founded in 1999 by Dr Jerome Teelucksingh, a history lecturer at the University of the West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago.
♦ 2023 theme: ''Zero Male Suicide''
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♦ In India National Epilepsy Day is observed every year on November 17 to fight against this disorder and to create awareness. This day was founded by the National Epilepsy Foundation of India, a non-profit charitable organization.
♦ The National Epilepsy Foundation of India was founded by Dr Nirmal Surya in 2008, in Mumbai. November is also observed as National Epilepsy Awareness Month.
Posted Date: November 17, 2023Special Days
♦ International Students Day is observed every year on November 17 to commemorate the death anniversary of Students in Prague in 1939. The Nazis imprisoned around a thousand students, closed the university, and killed several people.
♦ The day aims to create awareness about the problems faced by the students, honour their efforts in getting an education and respecting multiculturalism and diversity.
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♦ In India National Press Day is observed every year on November 16 to celebrate the importance of a free and responsible press in a democratic society. National Press Day is observed to commemorate the establishment of the Press Council of India (PCI) in 1966.
♦ 2023 theme: “Media in the Era of Artificial Intelligence”.
Posted Date: November 16, 2023Special Days
♦ International Day of Tolerance is observed every year on November 16 to reduce hatred and discrimination between societies. This day was initially established by the United Nations in 1996.
♦ 2023 theme: “Tolerance: A Path to Peace and Reconciliation.”
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♦ Children's Day (Bal Diwas) is celebrated every year on November 14 to honour the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Jawaharlal Nehru was the India's first Prime Minister. In India Children's Day was first marked on November 20 which is the day when the United Nations observes World Children's Day. In any case, after Jawaharlal Nehru passed away in 1964, the Indian Parliament passed a resolution to honor Nehru's birthday as Children's Day.
♦ 2023 theme: 'for every child, every right.'
Posted Date: November 14, 2023Special Days
♦ World Kindness Day is observed every year on November 13 to promote and commend acts of kindness. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness of acts of kindness in the community, emphasising the power of positivity and the compassion that unites us all.
♦ 2023 theme: "Be Kind Wherever Possible."
Posted Date: November 13, 2023Special Days
♦ National Education Day is celebrated every year on November 11 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first education minister.
♦ Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was the first Education Minister of independent India and served in the position from 1947 to 1958.
♦ Since 2008, National Education Day has been celebrated on November 11 every year.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Embracing Innovation.’
Posted Date: November 11, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year India observes National Legal Services Day (NLSD) on November 9 to commemorate the commencement of Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 which came into force on 9th November, 1995. Since then, National Legal Services Day is celebrated annually.
♦ The day focuses on creating awareness about the availability of free legal aid and alternative dispute resolution methods.
♦ The day is aimed at extending free legal support to those who can’t afford to hire a lawyer.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Access to Justice for All: Empowering the Marginalised through Legal Awareness.’
Posted Date: November 10, 2023Special Days
♦ World Radiography Day is observed every year on November 8 to create awareness about the crucial role of radiographers in the healthcare system. It marks the discovery of X-radiation by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen in 1895.
♦ On November 8, 1895, German physicist - Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered X-radiations. The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists observed the first World Radiography Day in 2007.
2023 theme: "Celebrating patient safety."
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♦ In India National Cancer Awareness Day is observes every year on November 7 to spread awareness about the prevention and early detection of cancer.
♦ National Cancer Awareness Day was kickstarted by Dr Harsh Vardhan, the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare in India in September 2014.
♦ A committee was established in September 2014, and it was decided to commemorate National Cancer Awareness Day on the 7th of November of each year in India.
Posted Date: November 7, 2023Special Days
♦ The International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is observed every year on November 6. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about the devastating effects of war on the environment.
♦ This day was inaugurated by the United Nations (UN) on November 5, 2001, through a UN General Assembly resolution.
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♦ The International Day for Biosphere Reserves is observed every year on November 3.
♦ This day was established by UNESCO in 2022. The purpose of this day is to promote the activities of Biosphere Reserves (BR) that aim to reconcile the conservation of ecosystems with their sustainable use (human society co-existing with nature) in a framework of Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme.
Posted Date: November 4, 2023Special Days
♦ The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI) is observes globally every year on November 2.
♦ The date was chosen in commemoration of the assassination of two French journalists in Mali on 2 November 2013.
♦ The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 2 November as the ‘International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists’ in General Assembly Resolution.
Posted Date: November 2, 2023Special Days
♦ World Vegan Day is observed every year on November 1 to promote the benefits of a plant-based diet and its health benefits globally. The aim of this day is to raise awareness about the positive outcomes of adopting a vegan lifestyle.
♦ In 1994, World Vegan Day was initiated in England led by the vision of animal rights advocate Louise Wallis.
♦ 2023 theme: 'Celebrating for a Good Cause'.
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♦ 7 Indian States and 2 Union Territories celebrated their formation day on 1 November 2023. Seven Indian states - Andhra Pradesh (1956), Chhattisgarh (2000), Haryana (1966), Karnataka (1956), Kerala (1956), Madhya Pradesh (1956), and Punjab (1966).
♦ 2 Union Territories - Lakshadweep (1956), Puducherry (1956)
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♦ National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas) is celebrated every year on October 31 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. He was born on October 31, 1875. Patel served as the first Home Minister of Independent India.
♦ In 2014, the Union Government decided to observe the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as the 'Rashtriya Ekta Diwas' on October 31st every year.
♦ On this occasion, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) organised the Run for Unity in Delhi from Rajghat to Lal Quila in Delhi.
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♦ World Stroke Day is observed every year on October 29 to raise awareness about the prevention and timely treatment of a stroke. This day was established in 2004.
♦ 2023 theme: "Together we are Greater Than Stroke."
Posted Date: October 28, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the World Day for Audiovisual Heritage (WDAH) is observed on October 27 to draw attention to the significance of audiovisual documents and to urge people to take immediate action.
♦ In 2005, the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) declared October 27 as the World Day for Audiovisual Heritage (WDAH) during the 33rd session of the UNESCO General Conference held in Paris, France.
♦ 2023 theme: “Your Window to the World”.
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♦ Global Media and Information Literacy Day is observed on October 24 - 31 every year.
♦ Nigeria has been chosen as the host country for this week in the year 2023.
♦ The day was launched by UNESCO with the support of the UNESCO - U.N.A.O.C. Media and Information Literacy and Intercultural Dialogue University Network, along with the UNESCO Media and Information Literacy Alliance.
♦ It is an event of great importance in the realm of information and media literacy. It serves as an occasion for reflection, celebration, and international collaboration on this critical topic.
♦ Theme 2023: Media and Information Literacy in Digital Spaces: A collective Global Agenda.
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♦ Every year National Police Commemoration Day is observed on October 21 to commemorate the police officers who have sacrificed their lives in the course of service.
♦ The day has been dedicated to the India-China conflict, when the Chinese troops opened fire at the Indian police force in Ladakh on October 21, 1959.
♦ Later in 1960, October 21 was officially recognised and ever since, the day is commemorated as the Police Commemoration Day across the country.
Posted Date: October 21, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the World Statistics Day is celebrated on 20 October. The United Nations General Assembly established World Statistics Day on 20 October 2015.
♦ The main of observing this day is to highlight the huge achievements of national statistical systems, and to foster the importance of statistics in various aspects of society.
♦ In India the National Statistics Day is celebrated on June 29 every year to recognize the contributions of PC Mahanalobis.
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♦ World Osteoporosis Day is observed every year on 20 October to create awareness about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment for this condition that affects bones.
♦ This day was first celebrated in1996.
♦ Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the bones of an individual.
♦ The bone loses strength and density. Weak and brittle bones are at a higher risk of fractures.
♦ 2023 theme: 'Build Better Bones.'
Posted Date: October 20, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on October 17 to create awareness and promote global measures for the prevention of poverty.
♦ The UN General Assembly officially declared October 17 as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty through resolution on December 22, 1992.
♦ 2023 theme: "Decent Work and Social Protection: Putting Dignity in Practice for All"
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♦ Every year the World Anaesthesia Day is observed on October 16 to raise awareness about the importance of anaesthesia in medical treatments. Anaesthesia was first used on October 16, 1846.
♦ The first successful demonstration of ether anaesthesia was performed by William Thomas Green Morton (1819-1868) at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA, USA.
♦ 2023 theme: 'Anaesthesia and Cancer Care.'
Posted Date: October 16, 2023Special Days
♦ World Food Day is observed every year on October 16. This day was established in 1945 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), a specialized agency of the United Nations.
♦ World Food Day was officially accepted in 1979.
♦ 2023 theme: “Water is life, water is food. Leave no one behind".
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♦ Every year World Students Day is celebrated in India on October 15 to mark birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. He served as the 11th president of the country. Kalam was born on October 15, 1931, in Rameswaram, TamilNadu.
♦ The United Nations officially designated October 15 as World Students Day in 2010.
♦ 2023 Theme: “FAIL: stands for First Attempt in Learning.”
Posted Date: October 15, 2023Special Days
♦ The International Day of Rural Women is observed every year on October 15 to recognizing the vital contributions of rural women worldwide.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 2008.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Rural Women Cultivating Good For All”.
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♦ World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) 2023 is a global event celebrated twice a year, each with a unique focus. This year, the fall celebration falls on May 13 and October 14. This day focus on the topic of water and its importance for migratory birds.
♦ World Migratory Bird Day is an annual awareness-raising campaign highlighting the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats.
♦ In 1993, the United States initiated the idea of a day dedicated to migratory birds. It was a joint effort by the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, and the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology.
Posted Date: October 14, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDR) is celebrated on 13 October to raising awareness about disasters, their effect on living beings, and preventive measures.
♦ This day focuses worldwide on the basic issues of disasters and inequality. This day was first observed in 1989.
♦ 2023 theme: “Fighting inequality for a resilient future.”
Posted Date: October 13, 2023Special Days
♦ World Sight Day is observed every year on the second Thursday of October. This year it came on October 12. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about vision impairment and blindness.
♦ World Sight Day (WSD) is coordinated by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB). The day began to be officially observed as an IAPB event in the year 2000 and has been marked in several different ways in nations across the world each year since then.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Love Your Eyes at Work'
Posted Date: October 12, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Girl Child Day is observed on October 11 to raise awareness about gender inequality and importance of girls' education.
♦ On December 19, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution to declare October 11 the International Day of the Girl Child. This day was first celebrated in 2012.
♦ 2023 theme: "Invest in Girls' Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-being"
Posted Date: October 11, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10 to raise awareness about mental health issues and promoting mental well-being globally.
♦ This day was established by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) in 1992
♦ 2023 theme: ‘mental health is a universal human right’.
Posted Date: October 10, 2023Special Days
♦ Indian Air Force (IAF) Day is celebrated every year on 8 October to commemorate the establishment of the IAF in 1932. This year (2023) marks the 91st anniversary.
♦ The Indian Air Force is the fourth largest air force in the world after the United States, China, and Russia.
♦ 2023 theme: 'IAF - Airpower Beyond Boundaries'
Posted Date: October 8, 2023Special Days
♦ World Cotton Day is observed every year on October 7 to highlight the economic, social and cultural significance of cotton.
♦ Currently, India holds the title of the world’s largest cotton producer, with most cotton production happening in developing and least developed nations.
♦ The idea for World Cotton Day came from the Cotton Four nations – Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, and Mali. They initiated this celebration, which was first observed on October 7, 2019.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Making cotton fair and sustainable for all, from farm to fashion’.
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♦ World Teachers' Day is observed every year on October 5 to honour teachers worldwide. This day was first celebrated in 1994.
♦ This day marking the adoption of the 1966 International Labour Organisation (ILO) and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Recommendation regarding the Status of Teachers.
♦ 2023 theme: 'The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want: The Global Imperative to Reverse the Teacher Shortage'.
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♦ World Animal Day (World Animal Welfare Day) is observed every year on October 4. The aim of this day is to celebrate animal rights and welfare around the world.
♦ 2023 Theme: "Big or small, we love them all".
History:
♦ According to World Animal Protection, World Animal Day was started by Heinrich Zimmermann, a cynologist, who organised the first celebration at the Sports Palace in Berlin, which was reportedly attended by over 5,000 people.
♦ He dedicated countless hours to advancing World Animal Day, and in 1931, his proposal to officially celebrate October 4 as World Animal Day was approved and enacted as a resolution.
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♦ The International Day of Non-Violence is observed every year on 2nd October to commemorate the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
♦ He is the leader of the Indian independence movement and a pioneer of the philosophy and strategy of non-violence.
♦ It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on June 15, 2007.
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♦ International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on October 1 to raise awareness of the value of senior persons in our society and to show our appreciation for their contributions.
♦ This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990.
♦ 2023 theme: “Fulfilling the Promises of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights for Older Persons: Across Generations.”
Posted Date: October 1, 2023Special Days
♦ International Translation Day is celebrated every year on September 30 to highlight the significant role of translators all across the world.
♦ The day is observed by the International Federation of Translators (FIT). This day was established by the United Nations in 2017.
♦ 2023 theme: "Translation Unveils the Many Faces of Humanity."
♦ The day is observed to honor the boisterous efforts of language translators and interpreters in promoting understanding, peace, and dialogue among people belonging to different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
♦ This day is observed alongside the feast of St. Jerome (a patron saint of translators who translated the Holy Bible).
Posted Date: September 30, 2023Special Days
♦ World Heart Day is observed annually on September 29 to raise awareness about heart disease and preventive measures that can help prevent and manage cardiovascular diseases.
♦ This day was first founded in 1999 with the World Heart Federation (WHF) collaborating with the World Health Organisation (WHO).
♦ 2023 theme: "Use Heart, Know Heart."
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♦ World Tourism Day is celebrated every year on September 27 to promote the importance of tourism all over the world and make people aware of the fun and joy related to traveling.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1980 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
♦ 2023 Theme: “Tourism and Green Investments”.
Posted Date: September 27, 2023Special Days
♦ The World Environmental Health Day (WEHD) is observed on every year on Septmeber 26.
♦ It is celebrated by the International Federation of Environmental Health (IFEH) Council to highlight the relationship between humans and their environment.
♦ In 2011, IFEH announced to celebreate WEHD every year.
♦ Theme 2023 : Global Environmental Public Health: Standing up to protect everyone’s Health each and every day
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♦ World Rivers Day is annually celebrated on the fourth Sunday of every September this year it will be marked on September 24.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 2005.
♦ This is a celebration of the world’s waterways.
♦ It highlights the many values of our rivers, strives to increase public awareness, and encourages the improved stewardship of all rivers around the world.
♦ 2023 theme: "waterways in our communities."
Posted Date: September 24, 2023Special Days
♦ International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) is observed every year on 23rd September 2023.
♦ The aim of this day is to raise awareness of the importance of sign languages in the lives of deaf communities and the need to protect them as an essential part of human diversity.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 2018. According to the World Federation of the Deaf, there are over 70 million deaf people in the world.
♦ 2023 Theme: “A World Where Deaf People Everywhere Can Sign Anywhere”
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♦ World Alzheimer's Day is observed every year on September 21 to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease.
♦ Alzheimer's disease International and the World Health Organisation launched World Alzheimer's Day on September 21, 1994.
♦ It is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, cognitive function, and behavior, gradually impacting an individual’s daily life.
♦ 2023 Theme: ‘Never Too Early, Never Too Late.’
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♦ International Day of Peace - IDP (World Peace Day) is celebrated every year on 21 September throughout the world.
♦ The aim of this day is to promote peace while ceasing violence and conflicts worldwide each year. This day was first celebrated in 1982.
♦ 2023 Theme: Actions for peace: Our ambition for the #GlobalGoals
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♦ In India, National Engineer's Day is observed every year on September 15 to commemorate the birthday of Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya who is credited with pioneering engineering achievements.
♦ National Engineers' Day celebrates engineers' contributions to society, highlighting their innovation and influence.
♦ 2023 Theme: 'Engineering for a sustainable future'.
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♦ In India every year Hindi Diwas is celebrated on September 14 to highlight the significance of the Hindi language.
♦ In 14th September, 1949 the Constituent Assembly adopted of Hindi as the official language.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1953.
♦ World Hindi Day is observed every year on January 10.
Posted Date: September 14, 2023Special Days
♦ In India Teachers' Day is celebrated every year on 5th September to commemorate the birthday of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
♦ Also, this day aims to honor and celebrate the contributions of teachers to society.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1962 when Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was appointed as the second President of India.
♦ Radhakrishnan was born in 1888 and died on 17 April 1975.
Posted Date: September 5, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Senior Citizen Day is observed on August 21 to raise awareness about contributions of the elderly people to society.
♦ This day was declared by the then President of the United States Ronald Reagan in 1988.
♦ The day is celebrated with the aim of recognising the issues that an elderly individual faces in old age.
Posted Date: August 21, 2023Special Days
♦ Sadbhavana Diwas (Harmony Day) is observed every year on August 20 to commemorate the birth anniversary of India’s sixth Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1992.
♦ This day aims at encouraging peace, national integration, and communal harmony among all religions.
♦ The objective of Sadbhavana Diwas is to instill social peace, solidarity, fraternity, and love in society as a whole.
Posted Date: August 20, 2023Special Days
♦ World Photography Day is observed every year globally on August 19 to bridge the gap between photographers and photo lovers worldwide.
♦ World Photography Day originated on 19 August 1839, when the French Academy of Sciences made the announcement of the daguerreotype process to the public.
♦ 2023 theme: 'LANDSCAPES'.
Posted Date: August 19, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the World Organ Donation Day is observed on August 13 to spread awareness around importance of organ donation and to encourage people to become organ donors.
♦ This was first celebrated in 2005 by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Society for Organ Donation (ISOD).
♦ 2023 theme: “Step up to volunteer; need more organ donors to fill the lacunae”.
Posted Date: August 13, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Elephant Day is observed on August 12 to increase public awareness about elephant conservation on a global scale.
♦ According to government statistics, about 29,964 elephants are present in India.
♦ Patricia Sims, a Canadian, and the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation of Thailand, led by HM Queen Sirikit, established World Elephant Day in 2012.
♦ 2023 theme: “Ending the Illegal Wildlife Trade".
Posted Date: August 12, 2023Special Days
♦ International Youth Day is observed every year on August 12.
♦ The UN General Assembly officially established International Youth Day in 1999, based on a recommendation from the World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 2000. It recognises the capacity of the youth to contribute to both national and global development.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World’
Posted Date: August 12, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year Quit India Day is observed on August 8.
♦ Quit India Movement (Bharat Chodo Andola) was launched by Mahatma Gandhi on August 8, 1942.
♦ The movement was a mass movement was launched at the Bombay session of the All India Congress Committee (AICC).
♦ Gandhiji gave the clarion call of ‘Do or Die’ to the countrymen for a decisive fight against the British rule.
Posted Date: August 8, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year National Handloom Day is observed across India on August 7 to spread awareness about the importance of the handloom sector.
♦ This day was first observed in 2015 which was inaugurated by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
♦ August 7 was chosen for celebrating National Handloom Day to commemorate the launch of the Swadeshi Movement on the same day in 1905 in Kolkata.
Posted Date: August 7, 2023Special Days
♦ Hiroshima Day was observed every year on August 6th globally.
♦ During World War II (1939-1945), on August 6, 1945, America dropped the atomic bomb named ‘Little Boy,’ on the city of Hiroshima in Japan.
♦ An estimated 140,000 people died instantly.
♦ Later, radiation caused the deaths of tens of thousands more people.
Posted Date: August 6, 2023Special Days
♦ World Lung Cancer Day is observed every year on August 1st to raise awareness of lung cancer issues.
♦ In 2012, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, in conjunction with the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer and the American College of Chest Physicians, launched a campaign to raise awareness of lung cancer and related issues.
Posted Date: August 1, 2023Special Days
♦ International Tiger Day is observed on 29th July every year.
♦ The day was founded in 2010 at Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit.
♦ It is celebrated across the global.
♦ It holds significant importance in raising awareness for tiger conservation.
♦ India has the largest number of tigers in the world, and it is estimated that there are around 3000 tigers.
Posted Date: July 29, 2023Special Days
♦ World Hepatitis Day observed on 28th July every year.
♦ On this day Nobel -prize winner Dr. Baruch Blumberg was born, who discoverd Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and developed a diagnostic test and vaccine for virus.
♦ The day is on opportunity to raise awarness of hepatitis and its impact on global health.
♦ Theme of 2023: One life, One liver.
Posted Date: July 28, 2023Special Days
♦ The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Day observed on July 27th every year.
♦ It has celebrates the immense and unparalleled contribution of the force in upholding the unity, integrity of our nation.
♦ It is largest of India's Central Armed Police Force, which operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Posted Date: July 27, 2023Special Days
♦ Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated every year on July 26 to commemorate India's victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War in 1999.
♦ The day honours the bravery and sacrifice made by Indian soldiers during the intense war.
♦ In 2023, India is celebrating its 24th anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas.
♦ Kargil War started on 3 May 1999 and ended on 26 July 1999.
Posted Date: July 26, 2023Special Days
♦ In India, National Broadcasting Day is observed every year on July 23 to remind us about the impact of radio on our lives.
♦ This day also marks the start of organised radio broadcasts in the country by All India Radio.
♦ On July 23, 1927, the India Broadcasting Company came into existence and became the first radio company in India.
Posted Date: July 23, 2023Special Days
♦ World Brain Day is observed every year on July 22 to raise awareness about neurological illnesses and promote brain health.
♦ The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) was founded on 22nd July 1957.
♦ The Public Awareness and Advocacy Committee proposed designating the 22nd of July as "World Brain Day".
♦ This was first celebrated in 2014.
♦ 2023 theme: "Brain Health and Disability: Leave No One Behind".
Posted Date: July 22, 2023Special Days
♦ International Chess Day is celebrated every year on July 20 to raise awareness about the game of chess and appreciate chess players across the world.
♦ This day was announced in 1996 by UNESCO to commemorate the establishment of the International Chess Federation, commonly known as FIDE by its French acronym.
Posted Date: July 20, 2023Special Days
♦ Nelson Mandela International Day is observed every year on July 18, in commemoration of Nelson Mandela's birthday.
♦ The United Nations officially recognised Nelson Mandela International Day in 2009, on Mandela's 91st birthday. The day was first observed in 2010.
♦ 2023 Theme: “The Legacy Lives on Through You: Climate, Food, and Solidarity.”
Posted Date: July 18, 2023Special Days
♦ World Day for International Justice (International Justice Day) is celebrated every year on July 17.
♦ It marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Rome Statute on 17 July 1998, the founding treaty of the International Criminal Court (ICC).
♦ The aim of this day is to create more public awareness about the mandate and the importance of justice in serious crimes.
Posted Date: July 17, 2023Special Days
♦ World Youth Skills Day (WYSD) is celebrated every year on July 15.
♦ In 2014, the United Nations General Assembly declared 15 July as World Youth Skills Day, to celebrate the strategic importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship.
♦ It highlights the essential role that teachers, trainers and other educators play in providing skills for youth to transition to the labour market and to actively engage in their communities and societies.
2023 theme: 'Skilling teachers, trainers and youth for a transformative future'.
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♦ International Malala Day is observed every year on July 12 to celebrate the life and legacy of Pakistani education activist and Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai.
♦ The United Nations first celebrated International Malala Day on July 12, 2013 - a year after she was shot by a Taliban gunman in Pakistan for opposing their restrictions on female education in the country.
Posted Date: July 12, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Population Day is observed globally on July 11.
♦ The aim of this day is to raise awareness about global population issues and their impact on society.
♦ The United Nations Development Programme’s Governing Council established World Population Day in 1989, inspired by the Day of Five Billion observed on July 11, 1987.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1990.
♦ 2023 theme: “Unleashing the power of gender equality: Uplifting the voices of women and girls to unlock our world's infinite possibilities”.
Posted Date: July 11, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Sports Journalist Day is celebrated globally on July 2nd.
♦ This day was established by the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) in 1994 to commemorate the formation of AIPS as an organization on July 2 during the Summer Olympics in Paris.
♦ The day focuses on encouraging and recognizing the accomplishments of various sports journalists.
Posted Date: July 2, 2023Special Days
♦ National Doctors Day is celebrated on July 1st on every year to commemorate the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy.
♦ He was born on July 01, 1882, and died in 1962. He was most renowned physician and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal.
♦ Theme 2023: Celebrating Resilience and Healing Hands.
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♦ World Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) Day is celebrated every year on June 27th to honour their role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
♦ The United Nations (UN) designated 27th June as Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises Day through a resolution passed in the UN General Assembly in April 2017.
♦ The Ministry of MSME holds "Udyami Bharat-MSME Day" as part of World MSME Day at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Future-ready MSMEs for India@100.”
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♦ Every year World Drug Day (International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking) is observed on June 26.
♦ The aim of the day is to make people aware of how important it is to treat people who use drugs with respect and empathy.
♦ On December 7, 1987, the UN General Assembly established June 26 as World Drug Day. This day was first celebrated in 1988.
♦ 2023 Theme: “People first: Stop stigma and discrimination, strengthen prevention”.
Posted Date: June 26, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Day of Women In Diplomacy (IDWID) is observed on June 24. It was established by the United Nations (UN) on 20 June 2022.
♦ It recognised that as part of the 2030 SDG target, highlighting women’s contributions in diplomacy, the need for equal participation of women in decision-making was a vital need.
♦ To this end the UNGA declared June 24 as the International Day of Women in Diplomacy.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Breaking Barriers, Shaping the Future: Women in Diplomacy for Sustainable Development”.
Posted Date: June 24, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Olympic Day (International Olympic Day) is celebrated globally on June 23 to commemorate the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 23 June 1894.
♦ The first International Olympics Day was celebrated in 1948 to mark the 52nd anniversary of the founding of the IOC.
♦ 2023 Theme: 'Let's Move'.
Posted Date: June 23, 2023Special Days
♦ UN Public Service Day is celebrated every year on June 23 to commemorates the immeasurable value and noble nature of public service.
♦ The General Assembly chose June 23 as United Nations Public Service Day on December 20, 2002.
♦ The United Nations Public Service Forum is a prominent global event focused on promoting capacity development in public governance.
Posted Date: June 22, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Music Day (Make Music Day) is celebrated globally on June 21 to celebrate the global language of music.
♦ The first World Music Day celebrations took place in Paris in 1982 where more than 1,000 musicians performed in various parts of the city.
♦ World Music Day looks to emphasize the important role played by music in each of our lives.
♦ 2023 Theme: "Music on the Intersections"
Posted Date: June 21, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Father’s Day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June.
♦ In 2023 Father’s Day was held on June 18th.
♦ Father’s Day is a time to honour and celebrate fathers and fatherhood.
♦ This day was first held on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington.
♦ 2023 Theme: 'Celebrating the Greatest Heroes of Our Lives'.
Posted Date: June 18, 2023Special Days
♦ World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is celebrated every year on June 17 to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification.
♦ It was established by the UN General Assembly in 1994. This day was first observed in 1995.
♦ 2023 Theme: ‘Her Land. Her Rights.’
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♦ The International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) is observed every year on June 16.
♦ The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the World Bank together marked the first-ever International Day of Family Remittances on 16 June 2008.
♦ The aim of this day is to highlighting the role of migrant workers and that of their remittances in improving the economy of developing countries.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Digital remittances towards financial inclusion and cost reduction.”
Posted Date: June 16, 2023Special Days
♦ Global Wind Day (National Wind Day) is celebrated globally on June 15.
♦ It is a day for discovering wind energy, its power and the possibilities it holds to reshape our energy systems, decarbonise our economies and boost jobs and growth.
♦ This dat was first observed in 2007. In 2009, the European Wind Energy Association (WindEurope) and Global Wind Energy Council collaborated to make Wind Day a global event.
Posted Date: June 15, 2023Special Days
♦ World Blood Donar Day is observed every year on June 14 to raise awareness amongst people about the nobility that is blood donation.
♦ The World Health Organization (WHO) established World Blood Donor Day in 2004.
♦ The host country for the global event of World Blood Donor Day 2023 is Algeria through its National Blood Transfusion Service.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Give blood, give plasma, share life, share often.”
Posted Date: June 14, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Day Against Child Labour is observed on June 12 to serve as a catalyst for the growing worldwide movement against child labour.
♦ The World Day Against Child Labour carries immense importance as it seeks to eradicate child labour globally.
♦ The International Labour Organization initiated World Day Against Child Labour in 2002.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Social Justice for All. End Child Labour!”.
Posted Date: June 12, 2023Special Days
♦ Globally, World Accreditation Day is observed every year on June 9.
♦ It aims at recognizing and promoting the role of accreditation across various sectors.
♦ This day was established by the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) in 2007.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Accreditation: Supporting the Future of Global Trade."
Posted Date: June 9, 2023Special Days
♦ World Oceans Day is observed every year on June 8 to make awareness of the significance of saving the seas and protecting the exhaustion of ocean resources.
♦ Canada's International Centre for Ocean Development (ICOD) and the Ocean Institute of Canada (OIC) first proposed World Ocean Day in 1992 at the Earth Summit UN Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
♦ This day was officially recognised by the United Nations in 2008.
♦ 2023 Theme: "Planet Ocean: The Tides are Changing".
Posted Date: June 8, 2023Special Days
♦ World Food Safety Day is observed every year on June 7 to raise awareness about the importance of safe food practices and to highlight the global need for safe food.
♦ This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2018 and first celebrated in 2019.
♦ 2023 Theme: 'Food standards save lives'.
Posted Date: June 7, 2023Special Days
♦ World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated every year on June 5 to raise public awareness of environmental challenges and encourage action.
♦ This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1972.
♦ 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of WED.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Solutions to plastic pollution”.
Posted Date: June 5, 2023Special Days
♦ Telangana Formation Day is celebrated on June 02 every year to commemorate the formation of the state of Telangana.
♦ On June 2, 2014, Telangana was separated from the state of Andhra Pradesh.
♦ In honor of this occasion, Telangana people remember those who sacrificed their lives for the formation of Telangana.
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♦ World Bicycle Day is observed every year on June 03.
♦ The theme for this year's is "Riding Together for a Sustainable Future.
♦ " It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on June 03, 2018. The resolution for the same was passed on April 18, 2018.
♦ This day was accepted as World Bicycle Day by all 193 member states of the UN General Assembly.
Posted Date: June 3, 2023Special Days
♦ World No Tobacco Day is observed globally every year on May 31.
♦ This is organized by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
♦ The aim of this day is to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco consumption and encourage people to quit smoking.
♦ 2023 theme: "We Need Food, Not Tobacco".
Posted Date: May 31, 2023Special Days
♦ World Vape Day occurs every year on May 30.
♦ The aim of this day is to raising awareness about the potential benefits of vaping as a harm reduction tool for smokers.
♦ This day was started by World Vapers’ Alliance (WVA) in 2012.
♦ The day is a chance to raise awareness about the potential benefits of vaping and to celebrate the success of vaping as a way to help smokers quit.
Posted Date: May 30, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is celebrated across the world on May 29.
♦ This was first celebrated in 1948. 2023 marks the 75th year of operation of UN peacekeeping.
♦ 2023 theme: “Peace begins with me”.
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♦ In India, Commonwealth Day is observed every year on May 24 to honour the nations that come under the umbrella of the Commonwealth.
♦ While the rest of the world marks this day on the second Monday of March.
♦ The aim of this day is to achieve various shared objectives and shed light on the issues and find ways to solve them.
♦ 2023 theme: “Forging a Sustainable and Peaceful Common Future.”
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♦ The International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated every year on May 22 to raise awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues with the urgent need for its conservation.
♦ The day provides an opportunity to educate people worldwide about the importance of biodiversity.
♦ It highlights the value of diverse ecosystems, species, and genetic resources for the well-being of humanity and the planet.
♦ 2023 theme: "From Agreement to Action: Build Back Biodiversity."
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♦ In India the National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed every year on May 21 to honor the memory of former Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi, who was assassinated on May 21, 1991, by a terrorist group named Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE).
♦ This day was first held in 1992.
♦ The aim of this day is to spreading awareness about the importance of combating terrorism and promoting unity and peace in the country.
Posted Date: May 21, 2023Special Days
♦ World Bee Day is observed every year on May 20 to raise awareness of the importance of pollinators, the threats they face, and their contribution to sustainable development.
♦ The UN General Assembly declared 20 May as World Bee Day in December 2017.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 2018.
2023 theme: 'Bee engaged in pollinator-friendly agriculture production'.
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♦ The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution to designate November 26 every year as World Sustainable Transport Day.
♦ The aim of this day is to promote environmentally friendly transportation practices that prioritize sustainability and reduce carbon emissions.
♦ This includes encouraging the use of electric vehicles, promoting the development and utilization of clean fuels, and advocating for the adoption of green technologies in transportation infrastructure.
Posted Date: May 18, 2023Special Days
♦ Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Museum Expo 2023 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi.
♦ The International Museum Expo is being organized as part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate the 47th International Museum Day with the theme of the year ‘Museums, Sustainability and Well Being’.
♦ The Museum Expo is designed to initiate a holistic conversation on Museums with museum professionals to enable them to evolve as cultural centers that play a pivotal role in India’s cultural diplomacy.
Posted Date: May 18, 2023Special Days
♦ World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (World Telecommunication Day) is celebrated every year on May 17.
♦ The day highlights the impact of the Internet and other communication tools on society.
♦ The day was first held on May 17, 1969, to mark the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
♦ 2023 theme: “Empowering the least developed countries through information and communication technologies”.
Posted Date: May 17, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Day of Families is celebrated on May 15 to create awareness about the importance of families and the role played by them in society.
♦ In 1993, United Nations (UN) adopted a resolution which established International Day of Families.
♦ 2023 Theme: Demographic Trends and Families.
Posted Date: May 15, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the World Migratory Bird Day is held twice a year on the second Saturday of May and October. This year in May it came on May 12.
♦ This day highlights the importance of water for migratory birds and calls for more action to protect water resources and aquatic ecosystems.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 2006.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Water and its importance for migratory birds’.
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♦ International Day of Plant Health is observed every year on May 12.
♦ This day was announced by the United Nations in 2022 to raise global awareness of how protecting plant health can help end hunger, reduce poverty, protect biodiversity and the environment, and boost economic development.
♦ 2023 theme: “Plant Health for Environmental Protection”.
Posted Date: May 12, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Nurses Day (IND) is celebrated around the world on May 12, marking the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, who was born on May 12, 1820.
♦ In 1974, the International Council of Nurses declared that May 12 as IND.
♦ 2023 theme: “Our Nurses, Our Future”.
Posted Date: May 12, 2023Special Days
♦ In India, National Technology Day is observed every year on May 11 to recognize the contributions of Indian scientists, engineers, and technologists in the development of the country.
♦ The day was first celebrated in 1999.
♦ This day holds great cultural and historical importance, underscoring India’s dedication to innovation and its quest for technological progress.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘School to Startups- Igniting Young Minds to Innovate’.
Posted Date: May 11, 2023Special Days
♦ World Thalassaemia Day is observed every year on May 8 to raise awareness about a genetic disorder called Thalassaemia.
♦ This day was first observed 1994.
♦ Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder which is inherited by the children from their parents.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Be aware. Share. Care.’
Posted Date: May 8, 2023Special Days
♦ International Firefighters Day is obderved evaery year on May 4 to honour the courageous men and women who risk their lives daily to save others.
♦ The day was established in 1999 to honour the sacrifices and bravery of firefighters worldwide.
♦ This day is an opportunity to show appreciation to those who serve their communities with selflessness and bravery, putting themselves in harm’s way to protect others.
Posted Date: May 4, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year World Press Freedom Day is observed on May 3.
♦ This Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 1993, following the recommendation of UNESCO's General Conference.
♦ 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day.
♦ 2023 theme: “Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of expression as a driver for all other human rights”.
Posted Date: May 3, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Labour Day (May Day) is celebrated on May 1 across the world to honour the achievements of labourers and workers and to encourage them to be aware of their rights.
♦ Currently, May Day is celebrated in over 80 countries including India. India began celebrating Labour Day on 1 May, 1923.
♦ The day was first observed by the Labour Kisan Party of Hindustan.
Posted Date: May 1, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Dance Day (World Dance Day) is celebrated on April 29 to encourage people across the globe to cherish each other dance forms.
♦ This day was created by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute (ITI), the main partner for the performing arts of UNESCO.
♦ World Dance Day was first observed in 1982.
Posted Date: April 29, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year International Girls in ICT Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of April, this year (2023) it came on April 27.
♦ The aim of this day is to encourage and empower girls and young women to explore and pursue careers in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
♦ This day was declared by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on April 8, 2011.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Digital Skills for Life’.
Posted Date: April 27, 2023Special Days
♦ The World Intellectual Property Day is observed every year on April 26, to promote awareness about the influence of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and design on daily life.
♦ The day is celebrated to see the potential of the younger generation and help them focus on transitioning to a more suitable future.
♦ 2023 Theme: "Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity".
Posted Date: April 26, 2023Special Days
♦ World Malaria Day is observed every year on 25 April, to bring global attention to the efforts being made to bring an end to malaria and encourage action to reduce suffering and death from the disease.
♦ The day was first recognized in 2007 by the World Health Organization (WHO).
♦ 2023 theme: "Time to deliver zero malaria: invest, innovate, implement".
Posted Date: April 25, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year National Panchayati Raj Day (National Local Self-Government Day) is celebrated by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj on 24 April.
♦ This day is observed to commemorate the historic day when the Panchayati Raj System was introduced in the country.
♦ This system was introduced in 1993 by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act.
♦ 2023 theme: 'Sustainable Panchayat: Building Healthy, Water Sufficient, Clean & Green Villages'.
Posted Date: April 24, 2023Special Days
♦ World Book and Copyright Day (World Book Day) is celebrated every year on April 23 to promote the enjoyment of books and reading.
♦ The first World Book Day was celebrated on 23 April in 1995. This day is organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Indigenous Languages.’
Posted Date: April 23, 2023Special Days
♦ Earth Day (International Mother Earth Day) is celebrated every year on April 22.
♦ The aim of this day is to spread awareness about issues, including the rampant increase in pollution, global warming, and deforestation, which harm the environment and result in the destruction of the planet.
♦ Senator Gaylord Nelson established Earth Day in the 1970s to promote ecology and increase public awareness of issues pertaining to the environment.
♦ 2023 theme: "Invest in Our Planet"
Posted Date: April 22, 2023Special Days
♦ The World liver day is observed every year on April 19 to raise awareness about liver-related diseases and diseases.
♦ This day was established by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
♦ It was officially celebrated for the first time on April 19, 2012.
♦ 2023 theme: “Be vigilant, do a regular liver check-up, fatty liver can affect anyone.”
Posted Date: April 19, 2023Special Days
♦ World Heritage Day (International Day for Monuments and Sites) is celebrated every year on April 18 around the world.
♦ It was first celebrated in 1983.
♦ The aim of this day is to raise awareness of the significance of cultural heritage preservation, such as historic structures, monuments, and archaeological sites.
♦ 2023 theme: "Heritage Changes"
Posted Date: April 18, 2023Special Days
♦ World Haemophilia Day is observed every year on April 17 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Frank Schnabel, who founded the World Federation of Hemophilia.
♦ The day aimed to raise awareness of bleeding disorders like hemophilia, von Willebrand's, and other inherited conditions.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1989.
♦ 2023 theme: “Access for All: Prevention of bleeds as the global standard of care”.
Posted Date: April 17, 2023Special Days
♦ A World Art Day is celebrated annually on April 15 to honor Leonardo Da Vinci.
♦ He was born in Italy on 15 April 1452. He painted the Mona Lisa Painting.
Posted Date: April 15, 2023Special Days
♦ In India, National Safe Motherhood Day (NSMD) is observed every year on April 11.
♦ The aim of this day is to raise awareness of good healthcare and safety of all mothers or expecting mothers and reduce maternal and neonatal death rates.
♦ The Indian government declared April 11 as National Safe Motherhood Day in 2003.
♦ The day also marks the birth anniversary of Kasturba Gandhi, the wife of Mahatma Gandhi.
Posted Date: April 13, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the World Homeopathy Day is celebrated on April 10.
♦ The day is observed on the occasion of the birth anniversary of German physician Dr Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homoeopathy.
♦ Born in Paris on April 10, 1755, Hahnemann was an acclaimed scientist, great scholar, and linguist.
♦ He discovered the way to heal through the use of homeopathy. He died on July 2, 1843.
♦ 2023 theme: "One Health, One Family"
Posted Date: April 9, 2023Special Days
♦ National Maritime Day is observed every year on April 5 to commemorate the sailing of the first Indian commercial vessel, SS Loyalty.
♦ The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways started this day in 1964.
♦ This year marks the 60th anniversary of the celebrations.
♦ 2023 theme: ‘Amrit Kaal in Shipping’ (Golden Era in Shipping)
Posted Date: April 5, 2023Special Days
♦ World Autism Awareness Day is observed every year on April 2 to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and promote the livelihood of people having autism.
♦ In 2007 the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) officially declared April 2nd as World Autism Awareness Day.
♦ 2023 theme: “Transforming the narrative: Contributions at home, at work, in the arts and in policymaking”
Posted Date: April 2, 2023Special Days
♦ The First International Day of Zero Waste was observed on 30 March.
♦ The United Nations General Assembly on 14 December 2022 formally recognized the importance of zero-waste initiatives and proclaimed 30 March as the International Day of Zero Waste, to be observed annually beginning in 2023.
♦ The aim of this day is to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns and raise awareness about how zero-waste initiatives contribute to the advancement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Posted Date: March 30, 2023Special Days
♦ World Theatre Day is observed every year on March 27 to honour the art and promote it across the world.
♦ This day was first celebrated by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) in 1961.
♦ ITI is the world's largest performing arts body.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Theatre and a Culture of Peace”
Posted Date: March 27, 2023Special Days
♦ World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is observed every year on March 24 to build public awareness about the efforts to eradicate TB.
♦ This day was first observed in 1982. The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to end the TB epidemic by 2030.
2023 Theme: Yes! We can end TB!
Posted Date: March 27, 2023Special Days
♦ World Meteorological Day is celebrated every year on 23 March to commemorate the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization on 23 March 1950.
♦ This day was first celebrated in 1951.
♦ 2023 theme: “The Future of Weather, Climate, and Water Across Generations”.
Posted Date: March 23, 2023Special Days
♦ World Water Day is observed every year on 22 March to attention on the importance of freshwater and advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.
♦ In 2023, World Water Day focuses on accelerating change to solve the water and sanitation crisis.
♦ 2023 theme: "Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis."
Posted Date: March 22, 2023Special Days
♦ The International Day of Forests (World Forests Day) is celebrated every year on March 21 to raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests.
♦ The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed March 21 as the International Day of Forests in 2012.
♦ 2023 theme: 'Forests and health.'
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♦ The International Day of Happiness is celebrated every year on 20 March, to promote the importance of happiness, well-being, and mental health in our lives.
♦ It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012.
♦ 2023 theme: "Be Mindful. Be Grateful. Be Kind.
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♦ In India every year Ordnance Factory Day is observed on March 18 to commemorate the set up of the first Ordnance Factory in India at Cossipore near Kolkata in 1801, during colonial rule. The day is celebrated by the Ministry of Defence.
♦ Indian Ordnance Factories operated under the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB).
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♦ Every year World Consumer Rights Day is observed on March 15.
♦ The aim of this day is to recognise consumer rights and ensure that they are respected and protected.
♦ World Consumer Rights Day was first celebrated in 1983.
♦ The theme for 2023 World Consumer Rights Day is “Empowering consumers through clean energy transitions”.
Posted Date: March 15, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the International Day of Action for Rivers is celebrated on March 14 to raise awareness of how crucial rivers are to our daily lives.
♦ The 26th annual International Day of Action for Rivers, being celebrated this year, is a day to create awareness to protect our rivers with community participation.
2023 Theme: 'Rights of Rivers'.
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♦ Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Raising Day is observed every year on March 10.
♦ This year it marks the 54th CISF Raising Day. CISF is one of six paramilitary forces in the country.
♦ It was established under an Act of Parliament on 10 March 1969 under the Union ministry of home affairs.
Posted Date: March 10, 2023Special Days
♦ World Kidney day is observed every year on second Thursday in March since 2006. This year it was held on March 9.
♦ It is a global campaign amied at raising awarness of the importance of kidney health and risk factors for disease.
Theme of 2023: Kidney Health for Everyone – Preparing for the Unexpected, Supporting the Vulnerable
Posted Date: March 9, 2023Special Days
♦ The International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness is observed every year on March 5.
♦ It plays a role in deepening the global public’s understanding about how disarmament efforts contribute to enhancing peace and security, preventing and ending armed conflicts, and curbing human suffering caused by weapons.
♦ The aim of this day is to promote better awareness and understanding of disarmament issues among the public, especially young people.
Posted Date: March 5, 2023Special Days
♦ National Security Day (Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas) is observed every year on March 4 in India to honour the Indian Security Forces.
♦ The day aims to show gratitude to our security forces which include the police force, para-military force, guards, commandos, army officers and other forces who are involved in maintaining peace and security of the people of our country. This day was launched in 1972.
2023 theme: ‘Nurture young minds - Develop safety culture’.
Posted Date: March 4, 2023Special Days
♦ World Wildlife Day is celebrated every year on March 3 to raise awareness of the preservation of diverse wildlife.
♦ The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) designated March 3 as World Wildlife Day on December 20, 2013.
2023 theme: “Partnerships for Wildlife Conservation”.
Posted Date: March 3, 2023Special Days
♦ Zero Discrimination Day is celebrated every year on 1 March. This day highlights how people can become informed about and promote inclusion, compassion, peace and, above all, a movement for change.
♦ Zero Discrimination Day was first celebrated on 1st March 2014.
2023 theme: “Save lives: Decriminalise”.
Posted Date: March 1, 2023Special Days
♦ World Civil Defence Day is observed every year on March 1 to raise awareness about the importance of civil defence measures in protecting people and their property from natural disasters, accidents, and other emergencies.
♦ This was first celebrated in 1990 by the International Civil Defence Organisation (ICDO).
2023 theme: “The role of information technology in risk assessment”.
Posted Date: March 1, 2023Special Days
♦ In India National Science Day is celebrated every year on 28 February to commemoration of the discovery of the 'Raman effect' by Indian Scientist Sir C.V.Raman on 28 February 1928.
♦ The Government of India designated February 28 as National Science Day in 1986.
♦ The theme for National Science Day, NSD 2023 is Global Science for Global Wellbeing'.
Posted Date: February 28, 2023Special Days
♦ Every year the Central Excise Day is celebrated on 24 February in India to to commemorate the legislation of Central Excise and Salt Act that was enacted on 24 February 1944.0
♦ In the year 1966, the Central Excise and Salt Act was renamed as "The Central Excise Act 1944".
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♦ International Mother Language Day is celebrated every year on February 21 to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.
♦ This was first announced by United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on 17 November 1999. It was formally recognized by the UN General Assembly in 2002.
2023 theme: “Multilingual education – a necessity to transform education”.
Posted Date: February 21, 2023Special Days
♦ The World Day of Social Justice is celebrated every year on February 20 to raise a voice against social injustice and to bring various communities together.
♦ The aim of this day is to raises awareness to eliminate poverty, gender, physical discrimination, illiteracy, and religious discrimination.
Theme 2023: "Overcoming Barriers and Unleashing Opportunities for Social Justice".
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♦ World Pangolin Day is observed every year on the third Saturday in February, this year it came on February 18.
♦ The aim of this day is to remember and celebrate pangolins, raise awareness, and fight against global pangolin capture in Africa and Asia.
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♦ The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution from Jamaica to declare the first-ever Global Tourism Resilience Day on 17th February 2023.
♦ The aim of this day is to create greater consciousness about tourism resilience.
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♦ International Childhood Cancer Day is observed every year on February 15.
♦ The aim of this day is to raises awareness of childhood cancer and honors all the children and families experiencing the effects of the disease.
♦ 2023 theme: #ThroughTheirHands
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♦ The National Productivity Day celebrated every year in India on February 12 to mark the foundation day of the National Productivity Council (NPC).
♦ The day is celebrated as part of National Productivity Week, which is observed from February 12 to 18.
♦ 2023 theme: “A chance to set goals”.
Posted Date: February 12, 2023Special Days
♦ World Unani Day is celebrated every year on February 11 to commemorate the birth anniversary of renowned Unani scholar and social reformer Hakim Ajmal Khan.
♦ The aim of this day is to spread awareness among the general public about the utility of Unani medicine not just in the treatment of diseases but also in keeping the body healthy and disease-free.
♦ 2023 Theme: "Unani Medicine for Public Health".
Posted Date: February 11, 2023Special Days
♦ The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed every year on February 11 to promote the full and equal access and participation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
♦ 2023 Theme: “Innovate. Demonstrate. Elevate. Advance (IDEA): Bringing communities Forward for sustainable and equitable development.”
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♦ World Pulses Day is celebrated every year on February 10th to raise awareness about the importance of pulses, which are dry, edible seeds that come from plants in the legume family.
♦ In 2019 the UN General Assembly proclaimed February 10 as World Pulses Day. This day is comes under the 'Zero Hunger by 2030' goal of the United Nations.
♦ 2023 Theme: 'Pulses for a Sustainable Future'
Posted Date: February 10, 2023Special Days
♦ World Cancer Day observed every year on 4 February to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.
♦ It was established on 4 February 2000 at the World Cancer Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium, which was held in Paris.
♦ The theme for the years 2022-2024 is 'Close the care gap'.
Posted Date: February 4, 2023Special Days
♦ World Wetlands Day is celebrated every year on 2nd February to create awareness about conservation, significance and the role of wetlands in the protection of biodiversity.
♦ With 75 Ramsar sites covering over 13 lakh Hectares, India has the largest number of Wetlands in South Asia. The theme for this year’s World Wetlands Day is ‘It’s Time for Wetlands Restoration.
Posted Date: February 2, 2023Special Days
♦ World Interfaith Harmony Week observed every year during the first week of February (1-7), after UN General Assembly designation in 2010.
♦ These celebrations focus on creating mutual understanding and interreligious dialogue to promote harmony between people regardless of their faith.
Posted Date: February 1, 2023Special Days
♦ Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is celebrating its 46th Raising Day. It was formally established on 1 February 1977.
♦ Its motto is ‘VAYAM RAKSHAMAH’ (meaning ‘We Protect’).
♦ Indian Coast Guard is the fourth largest Coast Guard in the world. Currently, ICG has 158 ships and 70 aircraft.
Posted Date: February 1, 2023Special Days
♦ World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day (World NTD Day) is observed every year on 30 January.
♦ This aim of this day is to raise awareness about neglected tropical diseases as a critical public health challenge so that we can progress towards their elimination.
♦ WHO first celebrated this event on 30 January 2022.
♦ Theme of 2023 is “Act Now. Act Together. Invest in Neglected Tropical Diseases”.
Posted Date: January 30, 2023Special Days
♦ Data Privacy Day (Data Protection Day) is celebrated every year on 28 January to raise awareness and promote privacy and data protection best practices.
♦ The theme for 2023 Data Privacy Day is "Think Privacy First". This was first occurred in 2007.
Posted Date: January 28, 2023Special Days
♦ International Customs Day (ICD) is celebrated every year on January 26 globally. This is observed by leading and renowned customs organisations in different countries along with the United Nations (UN) as the host.
♦ On this occasion, several customs organisations organise workshops, speeches, appreciation events, and seminars.
♦ 2023 Theme is ‘Nurturing the next generation: promoting a culture of knowledge-sharing and professional pride in Customs’.
Posted Date: January 26, 2023Special Days
♦ 13th National Voters’ Day was celebrated across the country on January 25, 2023.
♦ This day is celebrated on 25 January to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India.
♦ This was first celebrated in 2011. The theme for 2023 National Voters’ Day is ‘Nothing Like Voting, I Vote for Sure’.
Posted Date: January 25, 2023Special Days
♦ Parakram Diwas is observed every year in India on January 23 to mark the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
♦ This was first celebrated in 2021 on his 124th birth anniversary.
♦ Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, Odisha.
Posted Date: January 23, 2023Special Days
♦ In India, National Startup Day is observed every year on January 16 to promote entrepreneurship and promote businesses.
♦ It was first announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2022. The same year India celebrated the first National Startup Day.
♦ The day is marked to encourage the spirit of entrepreneurship and promote achievements of Indian startups.
Posted Date: January 19, 2023Special Days
The National Youth Day is celebrated every year in India on January 12 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. In 1984, the Indian government declared Vivekananda birth anniversary as National Youth Day. Since 1985, it has been celebrated to honor and recognize Vivekananda's teachings.
2023 theme: "Viksit Yuva-Viksit Bharat."
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♦ Global Family Day or World Peace Day is observed every year on January 1 to promote the concept of harmony and unity in the world.
♦ Global Family Day was declared an annual event by the United Nations in 2001.
Posted Date: January 12, 2023Special Days
Every year on 8th December, the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Charter Day is observed as on this day, in 1985 SAARC Charter was adopted in Dhaka.
The aim of SAARC members is to promote stability, peace and progress in the region. SAARC has organised 18 summits since 1985.
Eight Member States: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
Headquarters: Kathmandu (Nepal).
Posted Date: December 21, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, on 7th December, International Civil Aviation Day is observed by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), a United Nations (UN) body to acknowledge how flights have made the world more accessible and travelling easy.
Theme of 2022: “Advancing Innovation for Global Aviation Development”.
Posted Date: December 21, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, on December 5th World Soil Day is observed to highlight the importance of healthy soil and promote sustainable management of soil resources.
♦ The day was first considered by the International Union of Soil Sciences in 2002, later in 2013, it was officially endorsed by FAO. Theme: “Soils: Where Food Begins”.
Posted Date: December 21, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, on December 4th, International Day of Banks is celebrated to recognise the importance of multilateral and international development banks in financing sustainable developments.
♦ In 2019, the United Nations General Assembly designated December 4 as the International Day of Banks. It is celebrated for the first time in 2020.
Posted Date: December 21, 2022Special Days
♦ In India, Navy Day is observed annually on December 4 to recognise the contributions and accomplishments of Indian Naval forces. This year, for the first time, Navy Day Celebrations are being conducted outside Delhi.
Posted Date: December 21, 2022Special Days
♦ World Heritage Week, 19 - 25 November is observed to promote the conservation of culture and heritage. The week – long celebration aims to create awareness about traditions and culture.
♦ The World Heritage Week is celebrated by UNESCO and several other international organisations.
♦ The day is celebrated by Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums.
Posted Date: December 6, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, on 6th November, International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict was observed by United Nations.
♦ The day is observed to protect the environment as a source of security and peace and to prevent its use in military conflicts.
Posted Date: November 21, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year on 7th November, National Cancer Awareness Day is observed to educate people about the serious risk of cancer.
♦ As per World Health Organization, cancer is the second most deadly disease that causes death among people. Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan first announced National Cancer Awareness Day in September 2014.
Posted Date: November 21, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, on October 27th, Indian Army Infantry Day is celebrated to pay homage to the soldiers who fought for the country and laid down their lives in the line of duty.
♦ The date October 27 was chosen for the occasion as it was on this day that the first Indian infantry soldiers defended the country’s territory from external aggression.
Posted Date: November 5, 2022Special Days
♦ United Nations Day, on 24 October, marks the anniversary of the entry into force in 1945 of the UN Charter.
♦ The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945. At present, there are 193 Member States. The UN is guided by the purposes and principles contained in its founding Charter which was signed in 1945.
Posted Date: November 5, 2022Special Days
♦ On 24th October 2022, World Polio Day is observed to raise awareness about the polio vaccination and eradication of polio from every corner of the world.
♦ The day to raise awareness of the importance of polio vaccination to protect every child from this devastating disease.
♦ Theme of 2022 is “World Polio Day 2022 and Beyond: A healthier future for mothers and children”.
Posted Date: November 5, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, Disarmament Week is celebrated from October 24 to 30. Disarmament Week seeks to promote awareness and a better understanding of disarmament issues and their cross-cutting importance.
♦ Countries have been observing disarmament week each year in an effort to create a more secure and safe world.
Posted Date: November 5, 2022Special Days
♦ On 23rd October 2022, the 7th Ayurveda Day was celebrated in India.
♦ Theme of 2022 is “Har Din Har Ghar Ayurveda”, with the motive to propagate the benefits of Ayurveda to masses and grass-root communities.
♦ In view with the 2022 theme, several events and activities were conducted under 3-Js i.e. Jan Sandesh, Jan Bhagidari and Jan Aandolan.
♦ The celebration also includes six-week-long events from 12th September 2022 to 23rd October 2022.
Posted Date: November 5, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year, World Statistics Day is celebrated on October 20th to recognize the importance of statistics in our daily lives.
♦ The United Nations Statistical Commission has been at the forefront of advocating for the use of statistics to track progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
♦ Theme of 2022 is “Data for Sustainable Development”.
Posted Date: October 31, 2022Special Days
♦ World food day is observed on 16th October by Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. It’s main objective is to combat world hunger and work toward its eradication.
♦ The theme for World Food Day 2022 is Leave NO ONE behind.
Posted Date: October 31, 2022Special Days
♦ The United Nations observes the first Monday of October as World Habitat Day.
♦ In 2022, World Habitat Day will be observed on October 3. Theme of 2022 is “Mind the Gap. Leave No One and Place Behind”.
Posted Date: October 17, 2022Special Days
♦ On 2nd October 2022, India celebrates the 118th birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri, the nation’ second Prime Minister.
♦ He is remembered for composing the slogan of “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”.
♦ He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, making him the first posthumous laureate of this prestigious award.
Posted Date: October 17, 2022Special Days
♦ The International Day of Non-Violence is observed on 2nd October, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
♦ It is commemorated with the hope of building a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence. “Say No to Violence” is the essence of this day.
♦ In 2022, Gandhi Jayanti will mark the 153rd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
Posted Date: October 17, 2022Special Days
♦ The International Day of Peace is observed globally on September 21. The United National General Assembly marks the day by promoting ideals of peace among nations and people by observing non-violence and ceasefire for 24 hours.
♦ Theme of 2022 is “End racism. Build peace.”
Posted Date: October 11, 2022Special Days
World Alzheimer’s Day is observed annually on September 21 to raise awareness about neurological disorders. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia and affects the person’s memory, mental ability, and ability to carry out simple tasks. Theme of 2022: “Know Dementia, know Alzheimer’s”.
Posted Date: October 11, 2022Special Days
♦ World Bamboo Day 2022 is observed on September 18 in order to raise awareness about the conservation of this extremely useful plant.
♦ Conceptualised by the World Bamboo Organisation, this day also promotes the bamboo industry by highlighting its concerns.
Posted Date: October 17, 2022Special Days
♦ International Equal Pay Day, celebrated on 18 September, represents the longstanding efforts towards the achievement of equal pay for work of equal value.
♦ The symbolic day aims at highlighting issues related to the gender pay gap and raising worldwide awareness.
Posted Date: October 11, 2022Special Days
♦ In India every year Hindi Diwas is celebrated on September 14 to highlight the significance of the Hindi language.
♦ In September 14, 1949 the Constituent Assembly adopted of Hindi as the official language.
♦ The first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru had officially declared September 14 as the Hindi Diwas.
♦ World Hindi Day is observed every year on January 10.
Posted Date: September 28, 2022Special Days
♦ The World EV (Electric Vehicle) Day is observed every year on September 9.
♦ The day marks the celebration of e-mobility.
♦ The first World EV day was observed in 2020.
Posted Date: September 27, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year the International Literacy Day is observed on September 8.
♦ This was declared by UNESCO on 26 October 1966. It was celebrated for the first time in 1967.
♦ Theme of 2022: "Transforming Literacy Learning Spaces”.
Posted Date: September 27, 2022Special Days
♦ International Day of Charity is observed every year on September 5.
♦ Declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012.
♦ This date was chosen in order to commemorate the death anniversary of Mother Teresa.
Posted Date: September 27, 2022Special Days
♦ In India, everyone celebrates Teachers' Day on September 5th every year to mark the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
♦ It happens since 1962. The first Teachers' Day in India was observed on September 5, 1962.
Posted Date: September 28, 2022Special Days
♦ The 5th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2022 is celebrated by Ministry of Women and Child Development from 1st to 30th September 2022. Launched by PM Modi On March 8, 2018.
♦ 2022 Theme: “Mahila aur Swasthya” (Woman and Health) and “Bacha aur Shiksha” (Child and Education).
Posted Date: September 26, 2022Special Days
♦ Every year on April 23rd, the United Nations celebrates English Day and Spanish Language Day.
♦ In 2010, the United Nations launched Language Days to promote equal usage of the organisation’s six official languages and to celebrate multilingualism and cultural diversity.
Posted Date: June 10, 2022Special Days
Every year 2 February is observed as World Wetlands Day. This day marks the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on 2 February 1971, in the Iranian city of Ramsar on the shores of the Caspian Sea.
The international theme for World Wetlands Day 2022 is ‘Wetlands Action for People and Nature’.
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Indian Coast Guard is celebrating its 46th Raising Day. From just seven surface platforms in 1978, the Indian Coast Guard, (ICG) has grown into a formidable force with 158 ships and 70 aircraft in its inventory. It is likely to achieve targeted force levels of 200 surface platforms and 80 aircraft by 2025. As the fourth largest Coast Guard in the world, it has played a significant role in securing the Indian coasts and enforcing regulations in the maritime zones of India. The ICG has saved over one thousand two hundred lives at sea in the last one year and more than 11 thousand since its inception.
One of the primary duties of the Indian Coast Guard is prevention of smuggling through maritime routes in its area of responsibility. In the last one year, it has seized drugs and contraband worth nearly four thousand crore rupees.
Posted Date: March 20, 2023