World Day For International Justice 2024: Every year on 17th July, the World Day for International Justice is observed to promote international criminal justice and honour the fight against impunity for serious crimes affecting the global community. Originated on 17th July 1998, with the adoption of the Rome Statute, establishing the International Criminal Court (ICC). […]
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World Population Day 2024 : Theme
World Population Day 2024 : Theme World Population Day aims to raise awareness about global population issues and their impact on society. World Population Day (WPD) is observed on July 11 every year. It highlights the importance of addressing population-related concerns such as reproductive health, family planning, gender equality and sustainable development. It provides a […]
Global Energy Independence Day 2024 : Theme
Global Energy Independence Day: Global Energy Independence Day, celebrated globally on 10th July every year, marks a pivotal moment for countries striving to achieve energy self-sufficiency and sustainability. It is a call to action for individuals, businesses, and governments to recognize the importance of reducing dependence on non-renewable energy sources and transitioning to cleaner, more […]
Death Anniversary Of Swami Vivekananda
Death Anniversary Of Swami Vivekananda: Every year, 4th July is observed as the death anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. He is considered as the father of modern Indian nationalism and is also credited with raising interfaith awareness and bringing Hinduism to the status of a major world religion in the late 19th century. Vivekananda was born […]
International Asteroid Day 2024
International Asteroid Day 2024: International Asteroid Day is observed on 30th June to commemorate the Tunguska event in 1908 and aims to raise awareness about the threat of asteroid impacts. The Tunguska event was caused by an asteroid explosion in Siberia, flattened 80 million trees over an area of 830 square miles. International Asteroid Day […]
National Statistics Day 2024 : Theme
National Statistics Day 2024: Theme National Statistics Day is celebrated in India on June 29 every year. National Statistics Day is celebrated in recognition of the notable contributions made by Professor (late) Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis in the fields of statistics and economic planning. The main objective of celebrating Statistics Day is the creation of public […]
10th International Day Of Yoga In Srinagar
10th International Day Of Yoga In Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the 10th International Day of Yoga in Srinagar. PM Modi emphasised the global journey of Yoga, mentioning that in India, the AYUSH department has established the Yoga Certification Board for yoga practitioners. The term “Yoga” originates from the Sanskrit word “yuj,” which […]
World Refugee Day 2024
World Refugee Day 2024: World Refugee Day is annually celebrated globally on June 20th. World Refugee day is dedicated to the millions of people who have been forced to escape their homes due to war, persecution, or natural catastrophes. The first ever World Refugee Day was celebrated on June 20, 2001, to commemorate the 50th […]
World No-Tobacco Day 2024
World No-Tobacco Day 2024: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (GoI), organized an event today to observe World No Tobacco Day 2024. The Member States of the World Health Organization created World No Tobacco Day in 1987. In 1988, a Resolution was passed, calling for the celebration of World No Tobacco Day, every year […]
World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024
World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024: On World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024, India celebrates significant progress in menstrual hygiene management, with the 5th National Family Health Survey (NFHS 2019-2020) reporting that around 80% of young women aged 15-24 now use safe menstrual hygiene products. However, the needs of one of the most marginalized groups of women […]