Lokpal Foundation Day: On 16th January 2025, social activist Anna Hazare, Justice (retd) N. Santosh Hegde, and Attorney-General R. Venkataramani will be felicitated on the occasion of Lokpal Foundation Day. The Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, which empowers the anti-corruption body to investigate allegations of corruption, came into effect on 16th January 2014. Lokpal is […]
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World Hindi Day 2025
World Hindi Day 2025: Vishwa Hindi Divas or World Hindi Day is celebrated annually on 10th January to expand Hindi’s presence on the international stage.This date commemorates the historic moment in 1949, when Hindi was first spoken at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).The theme for World Hindi Day 2025 is “A Global Voice of […]
National Youth Festival 2025
National Youth Festival 2025: This year, the annual National Youth Festival (NYF) on January 10-12 at Bharat Mandapam, will undergo a transformative reimagining as the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue. Under the component ‘Promotion of National Integration’ of the National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development (NPYAD), the NYF is organised from 12th to 16th […]
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) marked its 78th Foundation Day
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) marked its 78th Foundation Day: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) commemorated its 78th Foundation Day, underscoring its dedication to quality and innovation. Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New & Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, emphasized that quality is not merely a measure but a […]
Savitribai Phule Jayanti 2025
Savitribai Phule Jayanti 2025: Savitribai Phule Jayanti is celebrated every year on January 3rd to honor the birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule. She was a remarkable educator, social reformer, and poet who played a significant role in promoting education and fighting for social justice in India.
International Day of Epidemic Preparedness
International Day of Epidemic Preparedness: International Day of Epidemic Preparedness, UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged all nations to invest in resilience and equity to make a healthier and safer world for all.It is annually observed on December 27 to advocate the importance of prevention of, preparedness for, and partnership against epidemics.It highlights the urgent need […]
National Farmers’ Day
National Farmers’ Day: National Farmers’ Day (Kisan Diwas) was celebrated on 23rd December 2024 to honor farmers and commemorate the birth anniversary of Sri Chaudhary Charan Singh.Known as the ‘Kisan Leader,’ his birth anniversary is celebrated as ‘Kisan Diwas’ since 2001 for his contributions to Indian agriculture and rural development.Born in 1902 at Noorpur, Meerut, […]
Minority Rights Day
Minority Rights Day: December 18 is celebrated as Minority Rights Day, commemorating the UN Declaration on the Rights of Persons Belonging to National, Ethnic, Religious, and Linguistic Minorities (adopted in 1992).The Constitution of India mentions the term “minority” but does not define it.
Universal Health Coverage Day 2024
Universal Health Coverage Day 2024: Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day is observed annually on December 12, serving as a rallying point for the global movement advocating for health for all. Initiated by the World Health Organization (WHO), UHC aims to provide access to quality health services for everyone without causing financial hardship.
Human Rights Day 2024
Human Rights Day 2024: Human Rights Day, observed every year on 10th December highlights the importance of human rights as a foundation for justice, peace, and equality.2024 Theme: “Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now” emphasizes the relevance of human rights in shaping a peaceful and sustainable future.
