World Heritage Day, also known as the International Day for Monuments and Sites is celebrated every year on April 18. This day is dedicated to promoting the importance of cultural heritage and raising awareness about the need to preserve historical sites and monuments across the globe. The day celebrates the unique and diverse cultural heritage across the world and encourages people to appreciate and safeguard it for future generations.
The International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) proposed the idea of World Heritage Day in 1982, and it was approved by UNESCO's General Conference the following year. The first World Heritage Day was celebrated in 1983, and since then, it has become an important event for promoting awareness about cultural heritage.
The main aim of this day is to increase awareness about the importance of preserving cultural heritage sites and monuments.
The theme for World Heritage Day 2023 was "Heritage Changes".
Apr 17, 2023
World Hemophilia Day 2023: Tips that will help you take good care of kids with this rare bleeding...
Every year, World Hemophilia Day is observed on April 17 to raise awareness about the rare blood disorder and help those suffering from it lead a better life. The day was first commemorated by the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) in 1989 in remembrance of Frank Schnabel, who was born on April 17, 1942, and spent his entire life working to make the lives of those who were affected by this ailment better. The theme for this year is "Access for All: Prevention of Bleeds as the Global Standard of Care," and the goal is to persuade policymakers and governments to enhance access to care with a particular emphasis on better bleeding control.
World Chagas Disease Day 2023: 14th April
World Chagas Disease Day is observed every year on April 14th to raise awareness about a life-threatening illness that can cause severe heart and digestive problems.
It is also known as American trypanosomiasis, silent disease, or silenced disease.
It is more common in regions like Central America, Mexico, and South America.
The theme for 2023 is Time to integrate Chagas disease into primary health care.
World Chagas Disease Day was established in 2020.
Apr 14, 2023
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Remembrance Day
April 14 marks the birthday of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, Father of the Constitution of India and civil rights activist, who was born on April 14, 1891.
Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, fondly remembered as the Father of the Constitution of India, played a crucial role in shaping the vibrant democratic structure that India prides itself upon. His birthday is celebrated as Ambedkar Jayanti or Bhim Jayanti on April 14 every year. The day is also commemorated as Equality Day across the country.
Baba Saheb' Ambedkar was born in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh on April 14, 1891, to army officer Ramji Maloji Sakpal and Bhimabai Sakpal. Belonging to the Mahar (Dalit) caste, he had to face the evil of untouchability since his school day.
Ambedkar rose above the discrimination and went on to complete his doctorates in economics from both Columbia University and London School of Economics. Early in his career he worked as an economist, professor and lawyer. He inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned extensively against discrimination against Dalits.
Ambedkar went on to become the Minister for Labour in Viceroy's Executive Council during the British Raj. After Independence, he was named the first Minister for Law and Justice. He was then appointed as the Chairman of the Constitution Drafting Committee.
Throughout his life, Ambedkar championed the cause of equality, be it in the underprivileged social classes or women.
Apr 12, 2023
International Day of Human Space Flight
The International Day of Human Space Flight is observed annually on April 12 to commemorate the beginning of human space exploration and acknowledge the significant contribution of space science and technology in achieving the peaceful use of outer space. The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution on April 7, 2011, designating April 12 as the International Day of Human Space Flight. This day is dedicated to honouring the first human to orbit the Earth, a Russian cosmonaut, on April 12, 1961.
Apr 11, 2023
World Parkinson's Day: How to understand tremors for a right diagnosis
Though there is no specific test to diagnose Parkinson's Disease, there is a need to understand specific symptoms. Early identification can improve the quality of life for individuals living with it, say neurologists.
Parkinson's disease is a neuro-degenerative disorder that affects millions of people around the world. While the disease is mostly diagnosed in individuals over the age of 60 years, it can also affect younger adults, with approximately four per cent of the cases occurring in individuals under the age of 50. World Parkinson's Day is observed every year on April 11 and to raise awareness about the nervous system disorder, Dr Amit Shankar Singh, Associate Consultant, Neurology, Fortis Hospital, Mohali, and Dr Ishu Goyal, Associate Consultant, Neurology, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai answer some commonly asked questions.
National Safe Motherhood Day
On April 11 every year, National Safe Motherhood Day is observed with the objective of promoting the well-being and safety of mothers and expectant mothers by increasing awareness of proper healthcare. This initiative, launched by the Indian government, aims to decrease the number of maternal and neonatal deaths. In the past, India was recognised as one of the most perilous countries to give birth, responsible for 15% of all maternal fatalities worldwide.
The inception of National Safe Motherhood Day as an annual event was initiated by the White Ribbon Alliance India (WRAI) to emphasize the significance of adequate healthcare facilities for mothers, particularly during pregnancy.
The Indian government proclaimed April 11 as National Safe Motherhood Day in 2003. This date is also significant because it coincides with the birth anniversary of Kasturba Gandhi, the wife of Mahatma Gandhi, who was a prominent freedom fighter and social reformer. Since then, National Safe Motherhood Day has been commemorated with a variety of awareness campaigns and events held throughout the country.
The theme for National Safe Motherhood Day 2023 was 'Motherhood is a blessing from God'.
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