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DAYS AND EVENTS - February 2019

Feb 2019

Aug 01, 2025

World Lung Cancer Day

Every year on August 1, the world observes World Lung Cancer Day to unite in spreading awareness, encouraging early detection, and promoting preventive measures. This day reminds us that awareness can save lives, and early recognition of symptoms plays a vital role in improving survival rates.
World Lung Cancer Day was first observed in 2012 through the combined efforts of the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) and several patient advocacy groups. The initiative aimed to bring global attention to lung cancer, which, despite being a leading cause of cancer deaths, often remained under-recognised and misunderstood.

World Wide Web Day

The World Wide Web Day is observed on August 1 to remember the birth of the WWW and to lay special emphasis on how it really changed society. It is a day to think of the web as a link for individuals, as a facilitator for innovation, and as an advocate for a better digital future- one that everybody can access.
The inception of the World Wide Web can be traced back to the visionary efforts of Tim Berners-Lee, who proposed the concept in 1989.

Jul 31, 2025

Maharashtra to Celebrate M. S. Swaminathan's Birth Anniversary as Sustainable Agriculture Day

The Maharashtra government announced that August 7, the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna M.S. Swaminathan, will be observed as Sustainable Agriculture Day. This decision recognises the legendary scientist's pioneering contribution to Indian agriculture, particularly his role in boosting the production of wheat and rice, which led to India's Green Revolution.

Jul 30, 2025

International Friendship Day

The United Nations observes International Friendship Day on July 30 every year.
In India and several other countries, Friendship Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of August.
In 2011, the United Nations General Assembly officially proclaimed July 30 as the International Day of Friendship, highlighting the role of friendships in fostering peace, mutual understanding, and respect among different communities.

Jul 29, 2025

Global Tiger Day

Global Tiger Day is celebrated every year on July 29. The day aims to unite all tiger range countries in an effort to enhance their conservation and management worldwide.
Global Tiger Day, also known as International Tiger Day, began in 2010. It was created during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit in Russia. Thirteen tiger-range countries united to address shrinking tiger numbers.
This year (2025), the theme is 'Securing the future of Tigers with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities at the heart'.

Jul 28, 2025

World Nature Conservation Day

World Nature Conservation Day is observed annually on July 28. It serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility towards the environment. This global event emphasises the critical need for preserving natural resources and protecting our planet's delicate ecosystems.
While the exact origins of World Nature Conservation Day remain unclear, its significance has grown in tandem with increasing global awareness of environmental challenges. The day emerged as a response to:
Growing recognition of climate change impacts
Increased frequency and severity of natural disasters
Alarming rates of resource depletion and pollution
The theme for World Nature Conservation Day 2025 is 'Connecting People and Plants, Exploring Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation'.

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