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Jan 2023

May 08, 2025

World Thalassaemia Day

On May 8 every year the global community observes World Thalassaemia Day, aiming to raise awareness about thalassaemia—a hereditary blood disorder—and to promote preventive measures, early diagnosis, and patient-centered care. This annual observance underscores the significance of uniting communities and prioritizing patients in the fight against thalassaemia.
The theme for World Thalassemia Day 2025 is 'Together for Thalassaemia: Uniting Communities, Prioritising Patients.'

World Red Cross Day

World Red Cross Day, also known as Red Crescent Day, is an annual event held on May 8 to honour the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, a Swiss businessman and the founder of the Red Cross, the world's largest humanitarian aid organisation.
The history of World Cross Day traces back to the aftermath of World War I when the Red Cross made enormous efforts to promote peace. The Red Cross Truce report, published at the 15th International Conference in Tokyo in 1934, outlined the principles required to safeguard wounded soldiers during the war.
The proposal was later implemented during World War II in 1946. In 1948, the Board of Governors of the League of Red Cross Societies suggested commemorating Henry Dunant's birth anniversary as the founder of the Red Cross and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Since then, World Red Cross Day has been observed annually on May 8.
The theme for World Red Cross Day 2025 is 'Keeping Humanity Alive', which aims to honour individuals who dedicate their time and often their lives to ease the suffering of others and safeguard their intrinsic human dignity.

May 07, 2025

World Athletics Day

World Athletics Day is celebrated on May 7. This Day is observed to raise awareness about Athletics.
This day was first observed in 1996 and it was launched by International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) President Primo Nebiolo.
The International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) was founded in 1912 to organise various sports events and athletics.
In 2001, the name of the International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) was changed to the International Association of Athletics Federations. And in 2019, the name was again changed to World Athletics.

BRO Celebrates its Foundation

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), a vital arm of India's defence and strategic infrastructure framework, celebrated its 64th Foundation Day on May 7, 2025. Operating under the Ministry of Defence, BRO has been instrumental in enhancing road connectivity in India's most remote and challenging border regions, playing a key role in both defence preparedness and regional development.

May 06, 2025

International No Diet Day

Observed every year on May 6, International No Diet Day is a global celebration that promotes body positivity, encourages self-acceptance, and challenges the societal obsession with thinness.
International No Diet Day was launched in 1992 by British feminist Mary Evans Young, who founded the Diet Breakers organisation after her personal struggle with anorexia. The idea behind the day was to challenge the harmful messages promoted by diet culture and to encourage people to embrace and respect their bodies.

World Asthma Day

World Asthma Day is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about asthma, globally. Every year this day is observed on the first Tuesday of May (May 6 in 2025).
It is organised by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) and strives to engage individuals experiencing asthma with the appropriate education so they can deal with their condition successfully.
The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) was founded in 1993. The first World Asthma Day was observed in the year 1998.

May 05, 2025

World Portuguese Language Day

On May 5 countries around the globe observe World Portuguese Language Day, an occasion to honour the linguistic and cultural heritage of over 265 million Portuguese speakers. Established by the Community of Portuguese-speaking Countries (CPLP) in 2009 and later officially recognised by UNESCO in 2019.

May 04, 2025

International Laughter Day

World Laughter Day is celebrated every year on the first Sunday of May, and this year (2025) it is celebrated on May 4.
World Laughter Day was established in 1998 and the first celebration was on 10 May 1998, in Mumbai, India, arranged by Dr. Madan Kataria, founder of the worldwide Laughter Yoga movement.

International Firefighters' Day

International Firefighters' Day is observed annually on May 4.
On December 2, 1998, a tragic accident happened in in Linton, Australia, in which, resulting in the death of five firefighters from Geelong West Fire Brigade on the spot. The establishment of International Firefighters' Day took inspiration from that dreadful event.

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