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International Day of Families observed on 15 May

May 15, 2019

The International Day of Families is observed on 15 May every year. Its annual observance reflects the importance international community acknowledges and attaches to families and roles played by them in development. Key Facts About: The United Nations (UN) recognizes ..

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First International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace observed on April 24

April 27, 2019

First official ‘International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace’ was observed by United Nations (UN) on April 24, 2019. It was aimed at disseminating advantages of multilateralism and diplomacy for peace by educational and public awareness-raising activities. On this ..

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities: December 3

December 4, 2018

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed every year on December 3 to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development. The 2018 theme for this day is “Empowering persons ..

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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting joins SDG Media Compact aimed at advancing awareness of SDGs

September 25, 2018

Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has joined SDG Media Compact aimed at advancing awareness of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is among more than 30 organisations from across the world that have come together to form global media compact. ..

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World’s hungry population on rise again due to conflict, climate change: UN report

June 22, 2018

According to United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2018 report, number of hungry people in world has risen for first time in more than decade. There are now approximately 38 million more undernourished people in the world, rising from 777 ..

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WHO commends India for reducing maternal mortality ratio by 77%

June 11, 2018

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has commended India’s progress in reducing maternal mortality ratio (MMR) by 77%, from 556 per 10000 live births in 1990 to 130 per 10000 live births in 2016. This progress puts India on track towards ..

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