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11 October: International Day of Girl Child
Every year 11th October is being observed as International Day of the Girl Child (IDGC). This year it was fourth edition of this day after it was observed for first time in 2012. Significance of Day: To recognize girls’ rights ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2015
World Habitat Day observed on 5 October 2015
United Nations on 5 October 2015 celebrated World Habitat Day. Significance of Day: It is observed on first Monday of October every year to generate awareness about the state of human settlements and the future of cities. Theme for year ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2015
October 2: International Day of Non-violence
Every year October 2 is being observed as International Day of Non-violence throughout the world on the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Significance of Day: This day is observed by all member countries of the United Nations to promote the ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2015
1st October: International day of Older Persons
Every year 1st October is being observed as International day of Older Persons (IDOP). Significance of Day: To raise awareness about issues affecting the elderly and to appreciate the contributions that older people make to society. Theme for year 2015: ..
Month: Current Affairs - October, 2015
50th anniversary of 1965 Indo-Pak war observed
50th anniversary of 1965 India-Pakistan war was observed across the country on 28 August 2015. President Pranab Mukherjee paid rich tributes to the war martyrs at Amar Jawan Jyoti, New Delhi. Army Chief, General Dalbir Singh, Air Chief Marshal Arup ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2015
PM inaugurates birth centenary celebrations of Rani Gaidinliu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 24 August 2015 inaugurated birth centenary celebrations of freedom fighter Rani Gaidinliu. On this occasion he launched commemorative coin of 100 rupees and circulation coin of 5 rupees of Rani Gaidinliu to mark her birth ..