05 June: World Environment Day

Every year World Environment Day (WED) is observed on 5 June to raise global awareness to take positive environmental action to protect nature and the planet Earth. 2016 Theme: Go Wild for Life (Zero tolerance for the illegal trade in ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2016

31 May: World No-Tobacco Day

World No-Tobacco Day (WNTD) is observed every year across the world on 31 May. This day highlights the health risks associated with consumption all forms of tobacco and advocating for effective policies to reduce tobacco consumption. 2016 Theme: “World No ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2016

29 May: International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers was observed on 29 May 2016 to honour the work of UN peacekeepers. Significance of Day Honour the memory of the UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the cause of peace. ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

Union Railways Ministry launches Rail Humsafar Saptaah

The Union Ministry of Railways has launched Rail Humsafar Saptaah, a week-long initiative to highlight significant achievements made by Indian Railways in all spheres. The Rail Humsafar Saptaah starting on 26th May 2016 will conclude on 1st June 2016. The ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

May 22: International Day for Biological Diversity

Every year May 22 is being observed as International Biodiversity Day (IDB) across the world to promote conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. Objective:  (i) To step-up understanding and awareness about biodiversity issues. (ii) To make people aware about the ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

May 21: Anti-Terrorism Day

Anti-Terrorism Day is observed annually in India on May 21 to commemorate the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. It is a day to remember the victims of terrorism and to renew the commitment to eliminate terrorism from ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

President presents National Florence Nightingale Awards to 35 nursing personnel

President Pranab Mukherjee has presented the National Florence Nightingale Awards to thirty-five nursing personnel from across the country. They were presented with the award at a function held in Rashtrapati Bhavan on the occasion of International Nurses Day (12 May). ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

May 11: National Technology Day

National Technology Day is being observed across India on May 11 to glorify the importance of science in day-to-day life and motivate students to adopt science as a career option. 2016 Theme: ‘Technology enablers of Startup India’. Several events are ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

10 May 2016: World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is being observed across the world on the second weekend in May. This year, WMBD is being observed on 10th May. The day seeks to raise awareness and highlight the need for the protection of ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016

May 3: World Press Freedom Day

World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) is being observed on 3 May every year across the world to raise awareness of the importance of freedom of the press. This day also seeks to remind governments their duty to respect and uphold ..

Month: Current Affairs - May, 2016