Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day, also known as Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day, is a significant occasion in the history of the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh, India. This state holiday is observed annually on 20th February to commemorate the formation of the state as the 24th state of India.
Arunachal Pradesh, often referred to as the "Land of the Rising Sun" because it is the first place to receive sunlight in India, is located in the northeastern region of India. It shares international borders with Bhutan, China, and Myanmar, making it strategically significant. The state is blessed with breathtaking landscapes, featuring pristine forests, snow-capped mountains, and beautiful rivers. It is a hub for biodiversity and a popular destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
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.