Every year on July 10, India celebrates National Fish Farmer's Day to honour the invaluable contributions of fish farmers, aquaculture professionals, and stakeholders in the fisheries sector.
This annual event is celebrated to commemorate Professor Dr. Hiralal Chaudhury and his colleague Dr. Alikunhi for their contribution in achieving the successful induced breeding of major carps on July 10, 1957 at Angul in Odisha for the first time in the country.
Global Energy Independence Day
Global Energy Independence Day is observed annually on July 10. This day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and embrace cleaner, more sustainable energy alternatives like solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power. The celebration underscores the crucial role that renewable energy plays in safeguarding the environment and ensuring a healthier, more secure future for our planet.
Jul 07, 2025
Global Forgiveness Day
On July 7 each year, people worldwide observe Global Forgiveness Day, a profound reminder of the transformative power of forgiveness in fostering peace, healing wounds, and promoting reconciliation.
This day was first established in 1994 by the Christian Embassy of Christ's Ambassadors in Canada. It was originally called Forgiveness Day, and it was renamed Global Forgiveness Day when it gained popularity around the world.
World Chocolate Day
World Chocolate Day, observed annually on July 7, celebrates the delight and indulgence of chocolate. The day commemorates the introduction of chocolate to Europe in the 16th century, perhaps around the 1550s. It was first commemorated in 2009 to highlight chocolate's rich heritage, which stretches back to the Aztec period, circa 1400 BC.
Jul 06, 2025
World Zoonoses Day
Every year on July 6, the world observes World Zoonoses Day, a crucial global health awareness initiative that underscores the importance of understanding, preventing, and controlling zoonotic diseases. These diseases, also known as zoonoses, are infections transmitted between animals and humans.
On July 6, 1885, French chemist and microbiologist Louis Pasteur successfully administered the first-ever vaccine for a zoonotic disease – rabies. This marked a turning point in understanding and managing diseases transmitted from animals.
The establishment of World Zoonoses Day in 2007 served as a tribute to Pasteur's legacy. It recognised the ongoing need for research and development in the fight against zoonotic diseases.
Jul 05, 2025
International Day of Cooperatives
The International Day of Cooperatives is observed annually on the first Saturday of July (July 5 in 2025).
The history of the International Day of Cooperatives dates back to the early 20th century, when the cooperative movement gained traction across the world. The International Cooperative Alliance established the first International Cooperative Day in 1923 to honour the ideals and principles of cooperation.
In December 1992, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed in resolution 47/90 the first Saturday of July 1995 to be International Day of Cooperatives, marking the centenary of the establishment of the International Cooperative Alliance.
The theme for International Day of Cooperatives 2025 is 'Cooperatives: Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Solutions for a Better World'.
Jul 02, 2025
World Sports Journalists Day
Every year World Sports Journalists Day is celebrated on July 2. This special day is dedicated to honouring the efforts and dedication of sports journalists globally.
The International Sports Press Association (AIPS) established World Sports Journalists Day on July 2, commemorating the formation day of AIPS as an organisation in 1994 during the Summer Olympics in Paris.
World UFO Day
Every year on July 2, people around the world celebrate World UFO Day. This special day is all about learning more about Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and thinking about the possibility of life beyond Earth.
It was first celebrated on June 24. In 1947, Kenneth Arnold's well-known UFO sighting prompted the selection of this date. The date was later postponed to July 2. July 2 marks the anniversary of the 1947 Roswell incident.