International Day Of Democracy: Karnataka recently marked the ‘International Day of Democracy’ by forming a ‘historic’ 2,500-km-long human chain as a symbol of equality, unity, fraternity, and participative governance. International Day of Democracy is an annual celebration observed on September 15. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) established this day in 2007 to emphasise the […]
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On 15th September National Engineer Day was celebrated
On 15th September National Engineer Day was celebrated: To honor the contributions of engineers and commemorate the birth anniversary of M. Visvesvaraya, National Engineer day was celebrated on the 15th September. History of National Engineers Day India observes National Engineers’ Day on September 15th each year to honor the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, […]
World Suicide Prevention Day
World Suicide Prevention Day: World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is observed annually on 10th September to increase global awareness that suicide is preventable and to encourage open conversations about mental health.
International Literacy Day 2024
International Literacy Day 2024: The Vice-President of India emphasized the transformative power of literacy at the International Literacy Day (ILD) 2024 celebrations held in New Delhi, urging a nationwide commitment to enhance education and celebrate linguistic diversity. The Vice-President praised the National Education Policy, 2020 for its potential to empower youth and recognize linguistic diversity. […]
International Vulture Awareness Day 2024
International Vulture Awareness Day 2024: The first Saturday of September marks International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD), an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about the world’s most imperilled group of birds. This initiative, which began in South Africa and the United Kingdom, has been observed since September 2009.
Conference on ‘Spectrum of Literacy’ Precedes International Literacy Day 2024
Conference on ‘Spectrum of Literacy’ Precedes International Literacy Day 2024: As a precursor to International Literacy Day 2024, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, will host an International Conference titled “Spectrum of Literacy” on September 7, 2024. This virtual conference will be organized by CIET, NCERT, New Delhi, and will bring together global and […]
National Space Day 2024
National Space Day 2024: India celebrated its first National Space Day on 23rd August 2024. It is celebrated to mark the safe and soft landing of Vikram Lander of Chandrayaan-3 mission, on the lunar surface on 23rd August 2023. Additionally, the recent findings based on Chandrayaan-3, represent the first analysis of the Moon’s southern topsoil […]
International Youth Day 2024
International Youth Day 2024: International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12th, is a global celebration that recognizes the contributions of young people to society and addresses the challenges they face. The day serves as a platform to raise awareness about socio-economic and socio-political issues affecting youth worldwide. Theme for 2024: From Clicks to Progress […]
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024
Kargil Vijay Diwas 2024: The Prime Minister is set to visit Kargil on the 25th anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas. Kargil Diwas, also known as Kargil Vijay Diwas, is celebrated annually on July 26 to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in the Kargil War. The day celebrates the courage and sacrifice of Indian soldiers […]
National Flag Day 2024
National Flag Day 2024: India’s National Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the Indian national flag on 22nd July 1947, by the Constituent Assembly, a few days before the country attained Independence from the British on 15th August 1947. On 22nd July 1947, the Constituent Assembly of India, chaired by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, adopted the […]