The United Nations Public Service Day is celebrated on June 23 of every year The UN Public Service Day was designated by the United Nations General Assembly’s resolution A/RES/57/277, adopted on December 20th, 2002, to “celebrate the value and virtue of public service to the community”. The United Nations Economic and Social Council established that the United Nations Public Service Awards be bestowed on Public Service Day for contributions …
The International Day of Yoga is a day in recognition of Yoga that is celebrated around the world annually on 21 June following its adoption by the United Nations in 2014. As Yoga exercises have shown significant benefits for physical and mental well-being, it was considered important by the UN to globally promote this wellness practice, which originated in ancient India The initiative for Yoga Day was …
World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated annually on 5 June and encourages awareness and action for the protection of the environment. It is supported by many non-governmental organisations, businesses, government entities, and represents the primary United Nations outreach day supporting the environment. First held in 1973, it has been a platform for raising awareness on environmental issues as marine pollution, overpopulation, global warming, sustainable development and …
World Bicycle Day – In April 2018, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 3 as World Bicycle Day. The resolution for World Bicycle Day recognises “the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and that it is a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally fit sustainable means of transport.” World Bicycle Day …
International Labour Day, referred to as ‘May Day’, is observed globally on May 1st every year. This day honours the hard-working workers who have moulded economies and civilisations worldwide. This day honours the industrious people whose commitment and work have moulded economies and communities all around the world. Not only should their efforts be honoured, …
World Malaria Day (WMD) is an international observance commemorated every year on 25 April and recognises global efforts to control malaria. Globally, 3.3 billion people in 106 countries are at risk of malariaIn 2012, malaria caused an estimated 627,000 deaths, mostly among African children. Asia, Latin America, and to a lesser extent the Middle East and parts of Europe are also affected. …
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd each year . It’s a day to encourage individuals, communities, and governments to take steps towards a more sustainable and healthy environment for future generations. It inspires individuals, communities, and businesses to take concrete actions to protect the environment, such as reducing energy consumption, conserving water, reducing waste, and …
India celebrates CISF Raising Day on March 10 every year to honour the Central Industrial Security Forces of India (CISF), and this year, it will be the 56th Raising Day and be observed on March 10, 2025, Monday. This year, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah attended the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in …
No Smoking Day Every year, No Smoking Day is celebrated across the world to spread awareness about the harmful effects of smoking. It encourages people to quit smoking and promotes the importance of a smoke-free environment. No Smoking Day is observed annually on March 13. The first No Smoking Day was celebrated on Ash Wednesday in 1984 in the United Kingdom. It is now observed on …
International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about women’s equality. Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that’s what makes IWD …
