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June 21 was declared as the International Day of Yoga by the United Nations General Assembly on December 11, 2014. Yoga, a 6,000 year-old physical, mental and spiritual practice having its origin in India, aims to transform the body and the mind. Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi declared that there will be an official website mea.gov.in/idy.htm for this, and …

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 Day to Combat Desertification and Drought: It is observed every year on 17 June to spread awareness among people about the cooperation required to combat desertification and the effects of drought. Let us have a look at this year’s theme, history, and significance of the day. World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought: 17 June This year the day …

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 …

Fathers Day is not generally an official holiday, though it is a bank holiday in some countries. It is celebrated in month of July. It is a popular cultural observance celebrating fatherhood. Father’s Day is globally celebrated on the third Sunday of June every year. It is an opportunity to honour and applaud one’s father, or relevant father figure, as well …

Global Wind Day (GWD) is a worldwide event that occurs annually on 15 June. It is a day for discovering wind energy, its power and the possibilities it holds to reshape our energy systems, decarbonise our economies and boost jobs and growth. Global Wind Day: Overview Global Wind Day: The day is organised by European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) and …

World Blood Donor Day: Blood is the lifeline of every animal living on the earth. Today, world is facing deficiency of blood stock and that is causing threat to life. The only way one can see for health care is through Blood transfusion.  The increasing need for blood globally requires everyone to contribute by donating blood and motivating others for …

World Day Against Child Labour Day is also known as Anti-Child Labour Day. It is observed on 12 June annually and highlights the impact of the crisis on child labour. The article below discusses this year’s theme, history, and significance of this day. World Day Against Child Labour 2024: World child labour day is observed on 12th June every year …

World Brain Tumor Day: It is observed on June 8 to spread awareness and educate people about brain tumors. Various myths and misconceptions exist regarding brain tumors. Check below for some facts, history, and significance of the day. World Brain Tumor Day: A brain tumor is a mass growth of abnormal cells in the brain. Various types of brain tumors exist. …

World Oceans Day (WOD) takes place annually on the 8th of June. The concept was originally proposed in 1992 by Canada’s International Centre for Ocean Development (ICOD) and the Ocean Institute of Canada (OIC) at the Earth Summit – UN Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. WOD was officially recognized by the United Nations in …