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DAYS AND EVENTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Feb 17, 2025

Global Tourism Resilience Day

Global Tourism Resilience Day, observed annually on February 17, is a significant occasion dedicated to celebrating the strength and adaptability of the tourism industry. This day emphasises the importance of a resilient tourism sector that can overcome challenges like pandemics, economic crises, and environmental changes, ensuring continued economic growth, cross-cultural exchange, and sustainability. The observance encourages nations to develop strategies that strengthen the tourism sector against future disruptions.

Feb 15, 2025

International Childhood Cancer Day

International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD), observed on February 15 each year, is a global movement focused on raising awareness about childhood cancer and advocating for improved treatments and support for young cancer patients and their families. Established in 2002 by Childhood Cancer International (CCI), ICCD emphasises the need for early detection, better healthcare accessibility, and continuous medical research. The day highlights the challenges faced by children battling cancer and promotes community participation in addressing these issues.

Feb 14, 2025

Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day

Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day celebrated annually on February 14, is to increase public knowledge and understanding of congenital heart defects (CHD), a deadly group of birth disorders that impact the heart.
This day inspires communities, families, and medical professionals to unite in support of those impacted by showcasing medical achievements, sharing personal stories, and encouraging early detection.
The theme for World Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) Awareness 2025 is "Remember Our Hearts".

Feb 13, 2025

NSSTA Celebrates 17th Foundation Day

The National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA), Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, Government of India celebrated its 17th Foundation Day at Mahalanobis Auditorium, NSSTA, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh on February 13. This celebration marked the 17 years of excellence in statistical training and capacity building of NSSTA.
The theme for this year's celebration was "Empowering Governance Through Statistical Excellence - 17 Years of Capacity Development and Collaboration." The event underscored NSSTA's crucial role in equipping statisticians and field officials with advanced methodologies, ensuring high quality data collection that supports evidence-based policy making.

National Women's Day

India celebrates National Women's Day every year on February 13 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu, a leading figure in India's independence movement, a celebrated poet, and a champion of women's rights. Also known as the "Nightingale of India", Sarojini Naidu's contributions to the nation go far beyond her literary works. National Women's Day is a reminder of the ongoing need for women's empowerment, gender equality, and the importance of providing leadership opportunities for women in all sectors.

World Radio Day

World Radio Day is observed on February 13 each year since its inception in 2011. This day provides an opportunity to celebrate radio as a medium.
World Radio Day declared by UNESCO Member States in 2011 and accepted by the United Nations General Assembly as an International Day in 2012, was first marked on February 13. Since then, February 13 has been recognised as World Radio Day. This day highlights the medium's resilience in linking communities, fostering free expression, and serving as a lifeline amid disasters and calamities.
The theme for World Radio Day 2025 focuses on the theme 'Radio and Climate Change' to support radio stations in their journalistic coverage of this pressing issue.

Feb 12, 2025

Darwin Day

Darwin Day also known as International Darwin Day is observed every year on February 12 to honour the "Father of Evolution" on his birthday.
This day is a global tribute to Charles Darwin and his legacy that led to groundbreaking transformations in the world of science.
The foundation stone to establish an annual International Darwin Day was led by three Darwin enthusiasts, Dr. Robert Stephens, Professor Massimo Pigliucci and Amanda Chesworth.

National Productivity Day

National Productivity Day is observed annually on February 12 in India, to generate awareness about the importance of productivity in achieving economic growth and sustainability, under the guidance of the National Productivity Council (NPC). It is a part of a week-long event, taking place from February 12 to 18.
The National Productivity Day commemorates the establishment of the National Productivity Council (NPC) which was registered on February 12, 1958, under the Societies Registration Act, of 1960. Notably, it is an autonomous body that was introduced to promote India's productivity culture.
The theme for National Productivity Day 2025 is 'From Ideas to Impact: Protecting Intellectual Property for Competitive Start-ups.'

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