International Day of Older Persons
October 1: International Day of Older Persons – Update (October, 2022)
The International Day of Older Persons is observed on October 1 every year across the world. Key facts The International Day of Older Persons is observed annually to honor the contributions of elderly people and looking into the issues faced ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022
Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs
SACRED Portal made functional
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment operationalised the “SACRED portal” on the occasion of International Day of Older Persons on October 1, 2021. Portal has been developed in order to provide a platform for senior citizens in India seeking employment ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2021
October 1: International Day of Older Persons
Every year, October 1 is celebrated as the International Day of Older Persons. The day is celebrated by the United Nations and several other organizations all over the world. This year, 2020, marks the 30th anniversary of International Day of ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020
October 1: International Day of Older Persons Observed
The International Day of Older Persons is observed to highlight contributions made by the older population to the society. It aims at raising awareness of opportunities and challenges of ageing in the world. According to the United Nations, between 2017 ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2019
2019 edition of International Day of Older Persons
The International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on 1st October to highlight the important contributions that older people make to society and raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges of ageing in today’s world. The 2019 theme ..
Vayoshreshtha Samman 2019: Government invites Nominations
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has invited nomination for Vayoshreshtha Samman 2019 which is the National Awards for Senior Citizens for both Individuals and Institutions categories. The nominations should be sent by 31st May 2019. About Vayoshrestha Sammans ..