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23 June: United Nations Public Service Day

June 23, 2016

Every year 23 June is being observed as the United Nations Public Service Day by the United Nations (UN). Significance of the Day: The day seeks to mark the invaluable contributions of public servants and administrators to build a better ..

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21 June: World Hydrography Day

June 22, 2016

World Hydrography Day (WHD) is being observed annually on 21 June to publicise the work of hydrographers and the importance of hydrography. The observance of the day emphasizes importance of hydrography particularly in protection of marine reserves and also promotion ..

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21 June: International Day of Yoga

June 21, 2016

Every year 21 June is being observed as International Day of Yoga (अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस) across the globe to spread awareness about practicing yoga. 2016 Theme: “Connect the Youth”. The year 2016 it is second edition of the International Day ..

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June 20: World Refugee Day

June 20, 2016

Every year June 20 is observed as World Refugee Day to raise awareness of the situation of refugees throughout the world. The observance of the day seeks to draw attention to the plight of refugees and also to celebrate their ..

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Union Ministry of AYUSH releases Yog Geet for 2016 International Yoga Day

June 19, 2016

The Union Ministry of AYUSH Ministry has released a Yog Geet (Yoga song) for celebrating the second International Yoga Day on 21 June 2016. The Yoga song was selected from the 1,000 entries were received through a national-level competition organised ..

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17 June: World Day to Combat Desertification

June 17, 2016

The World Day to Combat Desertification (WDCD) is being observed on 17 June across the world to promote public awareness related to international cooperation to combat desertification and the effects of drought. 2016 Theme: “Inclusive cooperation for achieving Land Degradation ..

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14 June: World Blood Donor day

June 14, 2016

The World Blood Donor Day is being observed across the world on 14 June to raise the public awareness about the need for safe blood donation. Observance of the day seeks to spread awareness about the need for safe and ..

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12 June: World Day against Child Labour

June 13, 2016

The World Day Against Child Labour is being observed annually across world on 12 June to bring awareness against child labour. Significance of the day: The observance of the day seeks to bring together governments, employers and workers organizations, civil ..

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Union Railways Ministry flags off Champaran Satyagrah Express train in Bihar

June 11, 2016

Union Railways Ministry has flagged off Champaran Satyagrah Express train at a function in Motihari, Bihar. The train was flagged off by Union Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu. This train will run between Bapudham, Motihari to Anand Vihar, Delhi. Champaran Satyagrah ..

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8 June: World Oceans Day

June 8, 2016

The World Oceans Day is being observed globally on 8th June every year to raise global awareness of the current challenges faced by the international community in connection with the oceans. The day also seeks to provide a unique opportunity ..

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