Tag Archives: Significance of International Days

International Cooperative Day is an annual celebration of the co-operative movement observed on the first Saturday in July since 1923 by the International Co-operative Alliance. On December 16, 1992, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed in resolution 47/90 “the first Saturday of July 1995 to be International Day of Cooperatives, marking the centenary of the establishment of the International Cooperative …

Autistic Pride Day: It is observed every year on 18 June. The day is dedicated to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for them to be autistic and proud and celebrate who they are. Let us read in detail about autism. Autistic Pride Day: History Autistic Pride Day: In 2005, the day was celebrated first time by the organisation Aspies …

World Sickle Cell Day is observed on June 19. The day is meant to raise awareness about sickle cell disease, which is a group of disorders that affect haemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells which deliver oxygen to cells throughout the body. People with this disorder have haemoglobin S, an atypical haemoglobin molecule which can distort red blood cells …

World No Tobacco Day was first introduced by the World Health Organization to be celebrated as a most recognized event all over the world in order to make people easily get aware of all the problems and health complications occurred by the tobacco chewing / Gutka or smoking to prevent all the health hazards to make the whole world free …

अंतर्राष्ट्रीय चाय दिवस: दुनियाभर में गर्मागर्म चाय के शौकौन लोगों कौ कमी नहीं। ज्यादातर लोगों के दिन कौ शुरूआत ही चाय से होती है। दुनियाभर में एक बात बहुत सामान्य मानी जाती है, वह है भारतीयों की चाय पीने कौ आदत। कुछ इसे लत कहते हैं तो कुछ जिंदगी की खुराक लेकिन शायद कम ही लोग जानते हैं कि मेहमाननवाजी …

World Table Tennis Day, celebrated on April 23rd, unites enthusiasts worldwide in honoring the dynamic sport. Originating as ping-pong in England, it’s evolved into a global passion fostering inclusivity and camaraderie. The day pays tribute to Ivor Montagu, a sport pioneer, highlighting India’s rising prominence. Beyond competition, table tennis offers health benefits, social interaction and embodies sportsmanship. It’s a celebration …

World Heritage Week will be celebrated from 19th to 25th of November. Many plans and schedules were prepared to mark the start of the week’s celebration. Gwalior, one of the heritage cities of India celebrated the occasion by organizing various youth festivals and cultural programmes. The Archaeological Survey of India organized various competitions for the students to increase their knowledge …

Mothers Day became a legal public holiday in USA in 1914, largely as the result of the efforts of Miss Anna Jarvis, of Philadelphia, USA. On May 8 of that year President Wilson approved a joint resolution of Congress providing that “the second Sunday in May shall hereafter be designated and known as Mothers Day”. Mothers Day in India 2023: May …

World Milk Day will be celebrated by the people all over the world on 1st of June. World Milk Day: History World Milk Day was first celebrated in 2001 all across the world by the participation of many countries. The number of participating countries in the celebration is increasing year by year. Since then, it is celebrated every year focusing to …

International Day of the Midwife was celebrated by the midwives all over the world on 5th of May. The main event was hosted by WHO Chief Nursing Officer and Taskforce on Nursing and Midwifery. The event’s highlight was the play named ‘Born in the Ruins’ which showcased the work of the midwives across the world in the time of emergency …