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Days 1. Feb 6 is observed as International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation, with 2020 Theme Unleashing Youth Power. It was first introduced in 2003. 2. Jan 24 is observed as National Girl Child Day in , initiated in 2008. Women and Child Development announced an initiative called “Establishment of Chairs in the Universities in the name of eminent women” which encourages women to carry out research activities. 10 chairs will be set up by UGC for five years. Each chair will be given Rs 50 lakh each for a year. 3. Apr 13 is anniversary of Jallianwala Bagh massacre, when on 13 April 1919, Reginald Dyer ordered troops of British to fire into a crowd of unarmed Indian civilians, killing over 1000 people. 4. Apr 10 is observed as World Homoeopathy Day. 2020 marks 265th birth anniversary of Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of Homoeopathy. During a special webinar on this occasion, Ministry of AYUSH approved Telemedicine guidelines for homeopathic practitioners. 5. Apr 11 is observed as National Safe Motherhood Day in India. Apr 11 is also marked as National Pet Day (US and several other nations). 6. Apr 11 is observed as World Liver day. 7. Apr 12 is marked as International Day of Human Space Flight. It commemorates Yuri Gagarin’s historic spaceflight on Apr 12, 1961. Day was proclaimed by UN in 2011. In 1957, first human made earth satellite Sputnik I was launched into outer space. On April 12, 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first man to orbit earth successfully. In 2020 Apr 12 (Eastern) and 19 (Western) are also to be observed as Easter, which commemorates resurrection of Jesus from the dead, on third day after his burial following his crucifixion by Romans. 8. Apr 15 is observed as World Art Day, being observed since 2012. 9. Apr 16 is observed as World Voice Day. 10. Apr 17 is observed as World Hemophilia Day, observed by World Federation of Hemophilia. 2020 theme is Get + Involved virtually and stay safe. 11. Apr 18 is observed as World Heritage Day, also as International Day of Monuments and sites. It was proclaimed by UNESCO in 1983. 2020 Theme is Shared Culture, Shared heritage and Shared responsibility. This year, five Indian monuments illuminated on this occasion - Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, Safdarjung’s Tomb, Red Fort and Purana Qila. Minister of culture Prahlad Singh Patel launched National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, to include 13 elements that are already included in UNESCO Representative list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It is a part of Vision 2024 of Ministry of Culture, to increase awareness about intangible cultural heritages. Intangible Cultural Heritage is representation, practice, knowledge, expression of skills. It involves non-physical intellectual property such as beliefs, folklore, traditions, customs and language. 12. Apr 2 is observed as World Autism Awareness Day, proclaimed in 2007. Apr 2 is also observed as International Children's Book Day (ICBD). 13. Apr 20 is observed as UN Chinese Language Day, being observed since 2010. 14. Apr 21 is marked as National Civil Services Day. It was on this day in 1947, That First Home Minister Sardar Shri Vallabhai Patel addressed first batch probationers of Administrative Services. Apr 21 is also observed as World Creativity and Innovation Day. 15. Apr 22 is observed as World Earth Day, Being Observed Since 1970. 2020 is 50th anniversary of this Observance. 2020 Theme is Climate Action. 16. Apr 23 is observed as UNESCO World Book and Copyright Day. It is being observed since 1995. For 2020, Kuala Lampur (Malaysia) is declared as World Book Capital. Apr 23 is also observed as Global English Language Day and Spanish Language Day. April 23 also observed as Khongjom Day in Indian state of Manipur, commemorating warriors who fought in 1891 Anglo-Manipur war. War was fought between 31 March and 27 April of 1891. It resulted in victory of British. The war has its significance in Indian history for bravery of soldiers that fought against three sides of British attack, that is, from Silchar, Kohima and Myanmar. Battle was fought at the Kheba hills of Khongjom in Manipur, hence named Khongjom Day. Apr 23, 2020 is also observed as International Girls in ICT (Information and Comunication Technology) Day, celebrated every year on 4th Thursday of April. 17. Apr 25 is observed as World Malaria Day, established by World Health Organization in 2007. 2020 Theme is Zero malaria starts with me (Same as 2019 Theme). Apr 25, 2020 also marks First Ever International Delegate’s Day. It marks75th anniversary of San Francisco Conference (1945). Apr 25, 2020 is also observed as World Veterinary Day. It is observed on Last Saturday of April. Apr 25 is also observed as World Penguin Day. 18. Apr 26 is observed as World Intellectual Property Day, established by World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000. 2020 Theme is Innovate for a Green Future. Apr 26 is also observed as UN International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day, Proclaimed in 2016. 19. Apr 28 - World Day for Safety and Health at Work, observed annually since 2003. 2020 Theme is Stop The Pandemic. 20. Apr 29 - International Dance Day. It marks birth anniversary of Jean-Georges Noverre (born on 29 April 1727), a French dancer, and creator of modern ballet, and great reformer of dance. 21. Apr 30 is observewd as Ayushman Bharat Diwas, being observed since 2018. Under Ayushman Bharat / Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), Health Insurance of 5 lakh rupees per family is given to a family. Apr 30 is also Observed as International Jazz Day, declared by UNESCO in 2011. 22. Apr 4 is observed as International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action. 23. Apr 5 is observed as National Maritime Day in India, being observed since 1964. The saga of India shipping started on April 5, 1919, when SS Loyalty, the first ship of The Scindia Steam Navigation Company travelled from Mumbai to (London). 24. Apr 5, 2020 is observed as First ever UN International Day of Conscience. 25. Apr 6 is observed as International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. 26. Apr 7 is observed as World Health Day, with 2020 theme Support Nurses and Midwives. It marks establishment of World Health Organization, on Apr 7, 1948. Apr 7 is also marked as International Day of Reflection on 1994 Genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda. 27. Apr 8 is observed as International Romani Day, to celebrate Romani culture and raise awareness of issues facing Romani people. 28. Apr 9 is observed as CRPF's Valour Day. A CRPF contingent on April 9, 1965 fought against Pakistanis in Rann of Kutch,eliminating 34 Pakistani Soldiers, losing 6 CRPF Soldiers. 29. April 14th is Birth Anniversary of B R Ambedkar. He campaigned against social discrimination towards untouchables (Dalits). He was independent India's first law and justice minister, and architect of Constitution of India. His Birth anniversary is observed as Social Justice Day, announced in 2018. Note that UN World Day of Social Justice is observed on Feb 20. April 14, 2020 is also observed as First World Chagas Disease Day, to increase awareness of Chagas disease. Apr 14 is also observed as National Fire Service Day in India. 30. April 24 is Observed as - International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace. 2019 was First ever observance of this day. World Day for Laboratory Animals. 31. Dec 04, is observed as Day, being observed in commemoration of Operation Trident which celebrates bravery of Indian Navy that forced Pakistan to admit defeat during Indo-Pak war of 1971. Pakistani army attacked India on December 03, 1971. India launched 'Operation Trident' in retaliation as the result 1971 war began. India targeted Pakistani Navy headquarters in Karachi with a tremendous attack, resulting port of Karachi being completely destroyed. On this occasion, Sub-Lieutenant Shivangi became Indian Navy's first woman pilot (a front-line combat role). Indian Navy was established in 1612, when East India Company formed an army in form of the East India Company's Marine to protect its ships. It was renamed Bombay Marine in 1686. Later in 1892, it was renamed as Royal Indian Marin. Dec 04 is also Birth anniversary of Former President of India, R. Venkataraman. 32. Dec 09 is observed as International Anti-Corruption Day, marked by in 2003. 2019 Theme is United Against Corruption. Ending corruption is important to achieve Sustainable Development Goals 16 and 17. Dec 09 is also observed as International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime. 33. Dec 1 - Statehood day of Nagaland, formed on Dec 1, 1963. Dec 1 is also formation day of Border Security Force (BSF), border defence organisation of India. It is one of the seven Central Armed Police Forces of India, and was formed on 1 December 1965. Yearly magazine ‘Borderman’ was released on this occasion. Dec 1 is also obbserved as ‘Indigenous Faith Day’ in Arunachal Pradesh. Nov 30 is observed as Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare, observed by UN since 2005. 34. Dec 1 is observed as World AIDS Day, to raise public awareness about Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), caused due to infection of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). 2019 theme is “Communities Make the Difference.” It is being observed since 1988. 35. Dec 10 is observed as International Human Rights Day. 2019 theme is Youth Standing up for Human Rights. On this day in 1948, Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was proclaimed by UN. Later in December 1993, UNGA announced to celebrate Human Rights Day annually. 36. Dec 11 is observed as UN International Mountain Day, being observed since 2003. 2019 Theme is Mountains matter for youth. Dec 11 is also formation day of United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), established on this day in 1946. 37. Dec 12 is observed as UN Universal Health Coverage Day, designated by UN in 2017. 2019 theme is Keep the promise. The day marks anniversary of UN’ unanimous endorsement of universal health coverage (UHC) and providing affordable, quality health care in 2012. On 12 December 2017, UN proclaimed 12 December as International Universal Health Coverage Day (UHC Day). Dec 12 is observed as UN International Day of Neutrality, proclaimed by UN in 2017. The resolution was put up by Turkmenistan. 38. Dec 14 is observed as National Energy Conservation Day every year, observed by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under Ministry of Power, since 1991. BEE also observed National Energy Conservation Week from 9-14 December. Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) conducted an International Workshop on ‘Energy Efficient Cooling’ at Scope Convention Centre in . On the occasion, Star Labelling Programme for Solar Water Heater was launched and a Handbook for Implementation of Provisions of Energy Conservation Act 2001 was released. 39. Dec 15 is observed as International Tea Day, observed since 2005. Update - In October 2015, India moved a proposal at UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), on expanding observance of International Tea Day through UN FAO. Thereby, UNGA accepted India’s proposal and designated May 21 as International Tea Day. 40. Dec 16 is observed as Vijay Diwas, commemorating Indian victory over Pakistan in war of 1971. India fought against Pakistan helping obtain its freedom and won the war. On the same day, Bangladesh celebrates its independence. 41. Dec 18 is observed as UN International Migrants Day. On this day in 1990, UNGA adopted a resolution on International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families. Dec 18 is also observed as Minorities Rights Day in India. Dec 18 is also observed as UN Arabic Language Day. 42. Dec 2 is observed as International Day for the Abolition of Slavery, being observed since 1986. Dec 2 is also observed as National Pollution Control Day in India, to commemorate people who lost their lives in unfortunate incident of Bhopal Gas Tragedy that occurred on this day in 1984. Dec 2 is also observed as World Computer Literacy Day, launched by Indian IT Firm NIIT in 2001. 43. Dec 20 is observed as International Human Solidarity Day, proclaimed in 2005. 44. Dec 22 is observed as National Mathematics Day in India, to commemorate birth anniversary of Legendary Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. He contributed greatly to mathematics and is also known for Hardy-Ramanujan number- ‘1729’, which is smallest number which can be represented as sum of two different cubes in two different ways. 45. Dec 23 is observed as National Farmers Day in India, to commemorate birth anniversary of 5th , Choudhary Charan Singh. He was a farmer’s leader and he introduced many policies to improve lives of farmers. The day is observed since 2001. 46. Dec 24 is observed as National Consumer Day in India. 2019 Theme is- ‘Alternate Consumer Grievance/Dispute Redressal’. It was on this day, the Consumer Protection Act 1986 and was enacted. 47. Dec 25 - Birth Anniversary of Former PM and Atal Bihari Vajpayee. It is observed as Good Governance Day in India, since 2014. On this occasion - PM Narendra Modi launched Atal Bhujal Yojana (ATAL JAL) as a Central Sector Scheme with a outlay of 6000 crore to be implemented over 5 years (2020-21 to 2024-25). It aims to improve ground water management in identified priority areas in seven States, viz. Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. It will benefit nearly 8350 Gram Panchayats in 78 districts in these States. Out of outlay of 6000 crore, 50% shall be in the form of World Bank loan. Nodal Agency is Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti. Government launched Good Governance Index - States / UTs were divided into 3 groups - Big states, North East and hill states and UTs. Big States - Tamil Nadu (1), Maharashtra (2), Karnataka (3). In the North East and hill states - Himachal Pradesh (1), Uttarakhand (2), Tripura (3). Among UTs - Puducherry topped the index followed by Chandigarh and Delhi. Released Operational Guidelines for implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). Project cost is estimated to be about Rs 3.60 lakh Crores (Central share 2.08 lakh Crores). Fund sharing pattern to be 90:10 for Himalayan and North-Eastern States; 50:50 for other States and 100% for UTs. It is needed as out of 17.87 Crore rural households in country, about 14.6 Crores are yet to have household water tap connections. PM Narendra Modi unveiled a plaque to mark the laying of foundation stone of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University in Lucknow, as an umbrella university to grant affiliation to 13 medical colleges, 22 private universities, 2 autonomous institutions, 2 non- autonomous institutes and 17 private dental colleges in state. Dec 25 is also Birth anniversary of Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, the noted educationist and independence activist. 48. Dec 3 is observed as International Day of Persons with Disabilities, being observed by UN since 1992. 2019 Theme is Promoting participation of persons with disabilities and leadership. On this occasion, Vice President M. Venkiah Naidu conferred ‘National Awards for Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2019’ in New Delhi. 65 awards in 14 categories were conferred on Institutions / Individuals for achievements towards empowerment of PwDs. Dec 3 is also Birth anniversary of Dr. Rajendra Prasad, first President of India. 49. Dec 5 is observed as International Volunteer Day, to show gratitude towards people who help others without monetary benefits. 2019 theme is Volunteer for an inclusive future. It was proclaimed by United Nations in 1985. Dec 5 is also observed as World Soil Day, proclaimed by Food and Agriculture Organization of UN in 2013. 2019 Theme is Stop Soil Erosion, Save our Future. Dec 5 is also observed as Honey Bee Day in Nagaland, with 2019 being 2nd edition of the same. 50. Dec 7 is observed as Armed Forces Flag Day, being observed annually since 1949. This day marks responsibility of every citizen to take care of families and dependents of armed forces personnel. 51. Dec 7 is observed as International Civil Aviation Day, ezstablished in 1994 and officially recognised by UN in 1996. On this day in 1944, participants from 54 nations gathered in Chicago, US had signed Convention on International Civil Aviation, known as ‘Chicago Convention’. 52. Dec 8 is observed as SAARC Charter Day, commemorating establishment of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) by Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka at First Summit meeting in Dhaka (Bangladessh). later joined as 8th SAARC member in 2007. 53. Feb 10 is observed as UN World Pulses Day, being observed since 2019. Feb 10, 2020 also observed as 10th round of National Deworming Day in India. Children and adolescents (age group 1 to 19 years) are administered a single dose of a safe medicine Albendazole across nation. 54. Feb 11 is observed as UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science, observed since 2015. 2020 Theme is Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth. Feb 11 is also observed as World Unani Day, to mark birth anniversary of India's noted Unani scholar and social reformer Hakim Ajmal Khan. He was one of the founders of the Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi. Feb 11, 2020 is also observed as Safer Internet Day, observed every year on 2nd day of 2nd week of february. 2020 Theme Together for better Internet. 55. Feb 11 is observed as World Unani Day, to mark birth anniversary of India's noted Unani scholar and social reformer Hakim Ajmal Khan. He was one of the founders of the Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi. 56. Feb 12 is observed as National Productivity Day in India, with National Productivity Week observed between February 12 - 18 every year. February 12 is also observed globally as Darwin Day, to commemorate the birth anniversary of the father of evolutionary biologist Charles Darwin. 57. Feb 13 is observed as National Women's Day in India, marking birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu. She is known as sobriquet Nightingale of India (Bharat Kokila). She was born on February 13, 1879. After India's independence in 1947, She was appointed as governor of he United Provinces (present-day Uttar Pradesh), making her India's first woman governor. She remained in office until her death in March 1949. Her daughter, Padmaja Naidu, is longest-serving Indian female governor with 11-year tenure in West Bengal. She also became second woman President of Indian National Congress in 1925 (First was Annie Besant). On this occasion, Govt renamed Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra and was renamed Sushma Swaraj Bhavan in honour of the late external affairs minister. Also, Foreign Service Institute has been renamed as Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service. Haryana government also renamed Ambala City bus stand after late Sushma Swaraj. 58. Feb 13 is observed as UNESCO World Radio Day. 2020 theme is Radio and Diversity. It was first celebrated in 2013. 59. Feb 14, 2020 observed as First Anniversary of Pulwama Attacks on CRPFon Feb 14, 20219. A Memorial was inaugurated at the Lethpora camp for 40 CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) personnel who were killed in Pulwama Attack. Following Pulwama attack, conducted surgical strikes in Balakot on February 26, 2019 and killed over 300 Jaish-e- Mohammed Terrorists. 60. Feb 15, 2020 is observed as World Pangolin Day, observed every year on third Saturday of February. Pangolin are seeing rapid decline as Pangolin scales are rich in medicinal properties. Madhya Pradesh forest department radio-tagged an Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) for the first time in order to know its ecology and develop an effective conservation plan. 61. Feb 19 is Birth anniversary of Great Maratha Warrior King Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (Born 19 February 1630), who belonged to Bhonsle Maratha clan and had roots from Sisodia Dynasty of Mewar. Shivaji carved out an enclave from declining Adilshahi sultanate of Bijapur that formed genesis of Maratha Empire. 62. Feb 2 is observed as World Wetlands Day. 2020 Theme is Wetlands and Biodiversity . It marks adoption of Convention on Wetlands on February 2 in 1971, when a small group of environmentalists signed an international agreement at Ramsar Convention in Iran. 63. Feb 20 is observed as World Day of Social Justice, with 2020 theme Closing the Inequalities Gap to Achieve Social Justice. It is being observed since 2009. 64. Feb 20 is statehood day of northeastern states of Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh. Arunachal Pradesh became a state on 20th February 1987. And Mizoram, that was a part of Assam was formed on 20th February 1987. 65. Feb 21 is observed as UNESCO International Mother Language Day, with 2020 theme Languages without borders. It was Proclaimed by UN in 2002. With 61 Crore speakers, Hindi is now third most spoken language in world. English is at the top with 113 crore speakers and Mandarin has 111 crore speakers. It is also known as Amar Ekushey in Bangladesh, to commemorate martyrs of language movement who lost their lives during Pakistani police firing on 21st of February 1952 in Dhaka. 66. Feb 24 is observed in India as Central Excise Day. It commemorates legislation of Central Excise and Salt act on 24 February in 1944. On Feb 24, 2020, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana completed 1 year of its implementation. It was launched to increase income of farmers, by providing them income support of Rs 6,000 per year. Till now, Government has released over 50000 crores, benefitting over 8 crore farmer families. PM Kisan app was also lauched on this occasion. Tamil Nadu government will celebrate birth anniversary of former CM Jayaram Jayalalithaa on February 24 as ‘State Girl Child Protection Day’. 67. Feb 27 is observed as World NGO Day. Also, national-level public health initiative Right To Protein launched India’s first ‘Protein Day’ to raise awareness about health benefits of protein. It will be observed on 27th February. 68. Feb 28 is observed as National Science Day in India. 2020 Theme is Women in Science. It commemorates discovery of ‘Raman Effect’ by Sir C.V. Raman for which he was awarded Nobel Prize in 1930. India designated 28 February as National Science Day (NSD) in 1986. Government announced 11 chairs in the name of eminent Indian women scientists in various fields to encourage women researchers excelling in various fields. President conferred 21 Awards to Winners and Announced 3 Initiatives for Gender Advancement and Equality in Academic and Research Institutions, incuding - Vigyan Jyoti will create a level-playing field for meritorious girls in high school to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in their higher education. Gender Advancement for Transforming Institutions (GATI) will develop a framework for assessing Gender Equality in STEM. Dr Niti Kumar, Senior Scientist at CSIR-CDRI Lucknow was conferred SERB Women Excellence Award 2020 on National Science Day. It is given to women scientist below 40 years of age who have received recognition from national academies. It comprises research grant of 5 lakhs per annum for 3 years. 69. Feb 29 is Birth Anniversary of Morarji Desai, Former (4th) Prime Minister of India (1977 and 1979). It is notable as Mr. Desai was born on Feb 29 (leap day). Feb 29, 2020 is also observed World Rare Disease Day, which is observed annually last date of February. 2020 theme is Reframe Rare for Rare Disease Day. 70. Feb 4 is observed as World Cancer Day, being observed since 2008. 2010 theme is I am I will (2019 - 2021). As per WHO cancer report releases on this occasion, cancer cases will increase by 81% by 2040, mainly due to lack of investment. Report says that it is essential to invest 25 billion USD in next decade to save millions of lives. WHO also called for USD 675 million in donations for a plan to fight novel coronavirus, mainly through investment in countries considered particularly "at risk". Kerala Government declared outbreak of novel coronavirus as state disaster. 71. Jan 10 is observed as World Hindi day, being celebrated world wide since 2006. The language is spoken by ovrer 43 core people globally. Note that National Hindi Day is different from World Hindi Day. It is celebrated on September 14 every year. September 14 was selected as National Hindi Day as it was the birth date of Beohar Rajendra Simha, an Indian schola. 72. Jan 15 is observed as Indian Army Day. On January 15 in 1949, first General of Indian Army General K M Cariappa took charge from last British General Bucher. General Cariappa retired on January 14, 1953. His retirement day is being celebrated as Armed Forces Veterans Day every year since 2017. Also, Tania Sher Gill became first woman Army Officer to lead the parade. 73. Jan 21 is statehood day of Northeastern States of Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya (Formed in 1972). 74. Jan 23 is Birth Anniversary of Great Freedom Fighter Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose (Born 1897). On this occasion, to commemorate Netaji’s birth anniversary, Govt inaugurated a temple at Varanasi in name of the leader with a Dalit woman as a chief priest. The prayers are to be performed to Bharat Mata at the temple. Govt also announced winners of Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar 2020 - Disaster Mitigation & Management Centre, Uttarakhand (in institution category) and Kumar Munnan Singh (Individual category) have been selected for for their commendable work in Disaster Management. Winner institution receives cash prize of 51 lakhs and Winner individual receives cash prize of 5 lakhs. In 2019, 8th Battalion of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) Ghaziabad was selected for the award. 75. Jan 24 is observed globally as International Day of Education, with 2020 theme ‘Learning for people, planet, prosperity and peace’. It was celebrated for first time in 2019. 76. Jan 25 is observed as National Voters’ Day in India. 2020 Theme is ‘Electoral Literacy for Stronger Democracy’. It is being observed since 2011, to mark Foundation day of Election Commission of India, which was established on 25th January 1950. On this occasion, Election Commission awarded National Media Award for print to The Hindu Tamil, for its voter awareness and education campaign in 2019. Election Commission also instituted an Annual Lecture Series as a tribute to the first Chief Election Commissioner of India, Sukumar Sen. Jan 25 is also statehood day of Himachal Pradesh, formed in 1971. Jan 25 is also observed as National Tourism Day in India. World Tourism day is observed on Sep 27. 77. Jan 26 - International Customs Day. Jan 26, 2020 is also observed as World Leprosy Day, observed on Last sunday of January. 78. Jan 26, 2020 is observed as 71st Republic Day of India. It marks enactment of Indian constitution on Jan 26, 1950. ’s President Jair Messias Bolsonaro was Chief Guest at 71st Republic Day Parade. This is the third time that a Brazilian President was chief guest at Republic Day. Last time a Brazilian President was chief guest was in 2004 when Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva attended. 54 Persons honored by Awards 2019. Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2020 conferred to 49 children under various categories (age group 5-18 years). 22 Children named as winners of National Bravery Awards. 104 Fire Service Medals and 49 Home Guard & Civil Defence Medals have been announced. President approved 440 Gallantry and other Defence decorations to Armed Forces personnel (Army - 312, Navy - 41, Air Force - 87). No Ashoka Chakra and Awardees This year. 6 Shaurya Chakras have been conferred - Lt Col Jyoti Lama, Maj Konjengbam Bijendra Singh, Nb Sub Narender Singh, Nb Sub Sombir, Nk Naresh Kumar, Sep Karmdeo Oraon. India's Top Peacetime Gallantary Awards are - Ashoka Chakra > Kirti Chakra > . India's Top Wartime Gallantary Awards are - Param > > Vir Chakra. Parade Highlights - DRDO displayed A-SAT weapon system, the Anti-Satellite Weapon System. India is one of the few countries in the world to own the technology. The other countries include US, China and Russia. DRDO launched “Mission Shakti”, the first A-SAT mission. Army Captain Tanya Shergil led an all-male marching contingent of the Indian Army Corps of Signals, as a first such event. Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) showcased tableau on Start Up India at Republic Day Parade, with Theme Reach for the sky. This is first time Start Up India is participating at Parade. 79. Jan 30 is Death Anniversary of M K Gandhi, known as Martyr's Day. 80. Jan 30, 2020 is observed as First Ever World Neglected Tropical Diseases day. 81. Jan 4 is observed as World Braille Day. It marks birth anniversary of Louis Braille, the inventor of Braille, a written language for blind people. 82. Jan 6 is observed as Journalists’ Day in Maharashtra, in memory of Noted journalist Balshastri Jambhekar, who is also known as ‘The Father of Marathi Journalism’. 83. Jan 9 is observed as Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, established in 2003. It marks contribution of overseas Indian community in development of India. It also commemorates return of M K Gandhi from South Africa to India on 9 January 1915. 84. January 12 is observed as National youth Day in india, to commemorate birth anniversary of Legendary Philiosopher Swami Vivekananda. Govt will also organize National Youth Festival between January 12 - 16, 2020 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, being organized since 1995. National Youth day is being celebrated since 1985. Indian Embassy in Kathmandu(Nepal) launched 4 books including Nepali translation of Swami Vivekananda’s ‘Karma Yoga‘ (Publisher -Advaita Ashrama). 85. Mar 14 is observed as International Pi (π) Day, observed since 1988. Also, UNESCO Observed Mar 14, 2020 as First Ever International Day of Mathematics, Proclaimed in 2019. Mar 14 is also observed as International Day of Action for Rivers. 86. Mar 15 is observed as World Consumer Rights Day. 2020 Theme is The Sustainable Consumer. 87. Mar 18 is observed as Ordnance Factory Day in India. First Ordnance Factory was established in Kolkata in 1801, which are 41 now. Mar 18 is also observed as Global Recycling Day, created in 2018. 88. Mar 20 is observed as International Day of Happiness, with 2020 Theme Happiness For All, Together. UN released World Happiness Report 2020 (153 Nations Analyzed for 6 Variables) - India ranked 144th. Top 5 - Finland (1), Denmark (2), Switzerland (3), Iceland (4), (5) Bottom 3 - Afghanistan (153), South Sudan (152), Zimbabwe (3299) Mar 20 is also observed as UN French Language Day. Mar 20 is also observed as World Sparrow Day. 2020 Theme is I Love Sparrows. Mar 20 is also observed as Navroz (Parsi New Year). Globally, Dates vary between Mar 20 and 21. Mar 20 is also Observed as World day of theatre for children and Young People. 89. Mar 21 is observed as - UN International Day of Forests, proclaimed in 2012. 2020 Theme is Forests and Biodiversity. World Down Syndrome Day, Observed since 2006. 2020 theme is We Decide. International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Proclaimed in 1966. World Poetry Day, Proclaimed by UNESCO in 1999. World Puppetry Day. 90. Mar 22 is observed Globally as World Water Day, Being Observed by UN since 1993. 2020 Theme is Water and Climate Change. As per a UN Report, 3.5 to 4.4 billion people are to live with limited access to water by 2050. Presently, 2.2 billion people are lacking safe drinking water. 91. Mar 23 is Obvserved As Martyr's Day (Shaheedi Diwas) in India. It marks death anniversary of Great Freedom Fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar and Shivaram Rajguru on 23 March 1931, in Lahore (Pakistan). In India, apart from Mar 23, there are 5 otherd days declared as Martyrs' Day- Jan 30 - Date of Assasination of M K Gandhi by Shri Nathuram Godse, is Observed as Martyr's Day. May 19 - Bengali Language Movement of Barak Valley in Assam was a protest against decision of Government of Assam to make Assamese only official language of state, even though significant proportion of population were Bengali. Main incident, in which 15 people were killed by state police, took place on 19 May 1961. 19 May is thus designated Bhasha Shahid Divas ("Language Martyrs Day"). 21 October is Police Martyrs' Day. On this date in 1959, a CPRF patrol at Indo-Tibetan border in Ladakh was ambushed by Chinese forces. Odisha observes 17 November, death anniversary of Lala Lajpat Rai as Martyr's Day. Birthday of Rani Lakshmibai, 19 November is observed as Martyrs' Day in Maharashtra. Mar 23 is also Birth Anniversary of Noted Freedom Activist Ram Manohar Lohia. 92. Mar 23 is observed as World Meteorological Day, to mark establishment of World Meteorological Organization on Mar 23, 1950. 93. Mar 24 - World Tuberculosis Day. 2020 Theme is Its Time. Mar 24 is also observed as International Day for Achievers. 94. Mar 25 is observed as - International Day of Remembrance of Victims of Slavery and Transatlantic Slave Trade International Day of Solidarity with Detained and Missing Staff Members. Telugu New Year day ‘Ugadi’ observed on Mar 25. 95. Mar 27 is observed as World Theatre Day, proclaimed in 1961 by International Theatre Institute. 96. Mar 3 is observed as UN World Wildlife Day. 2020 Theme is Sustaining all Life on Earth. It was proclaimed in 1973. Mar 3 is also observed as World Hearing Day. 2020 theme is Hearing for life, don’t let hearing loss limit you. On occasion of World Wildlife Day 2020 (Mar 3), European Commission launched in Monaco a new global coalition for biodiversity, calling for stronger mobilisation in raising awareness about need to protect biodiversity. Also, 2020 UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP 15) will be held in Kunming (China) in October 2020. 97. Mar 30 is statehood day of State of Rajasthan, established on Mar 30, 1949. Mar 30 is also observed as Doctors' Day in USA. In India, it is observed on March 30. 98. Mar 7 is observed as Jan Aushadi Diwas, to commemorate achievements of Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadi Pariyojana. Mar 1 - 7 is also observed as Jan Aushadhi Week. 99. Mar 8 is observed as International Women's Day. 2020 Theme is I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights. United Nations began celebrating the day in 1977. Environment Minister Prakash Javedekar announced that sanitary napkin disposal bags are to be made mandatory from 2021. Sanitary napkin manufacturers will have to supply a biodegradable bag along with every napkin from January 2021. Govt. launched a new Helpline 011-26565285, for use of women students / researchers / entrepreneurs to get their queries answered related to programs of Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST). Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat released a study by UNICEF and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) on impact of Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) on rural women. It stated that increased access to household toilets has led to improvement in Suvidha, Suraksha and Swabhimaan of women in rural India. President Ram Nath Kovind presented to Awardees, instituted by Ministry of Women and Child Development - Padala Bhudevi (Andhra Pradesh) Bina Devi (Bihar) Arifa Jan (J& K) Chami Murmu (Jharkhand) Nilza Wangmo (Ladakh) Rashmi Urdhwardeshe (Maharashtra) Mann Kaur (Punjab). At 103 years age, she is among oldest women athletes of India. Kalavati Devi (Uttar Pradesh) Tashi and Nungshi Malik (Uttrakhand) (Noted mountaineers) Kaushiki Chakroborty (West Bengal) - Noted vocalist. Avani Chaturvedi, Bhawanna Kanth, Mohana Singh Jitarwal - Indian Air Force’s first women fighter pilots Bhageerathi Amma and Karthyayini Amma (Kerala) NITI Aayog organized Fourth Edition of the Women Transforming India Award, honoring 16 awardees. Indo-U.S. Fellowship for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (WISTEMM)”program of Department of Science and Technology(DST) in association with Indo-U.S. Science & Technology Forum (IUSSTF) provides international exposure to several women scientists. Maldives' Parliament introduced a motion to launch an inquiry into systemic gender discrimination, seeking to identify policies, laws and systems that are detrimental to women. Cab aggregator Uber launched a diversity and inclusion sponsorship programme for women in India. CRPF instituted a special Shakti Award', to be annually given to a chosen personnel who works for empowerment of women. Award will carry a reward of Rs 1 lakh. Odisha government approved a separate Mission Shakti department that would exclusively work for around 70 lakh rural women associated with nearly six lakh women self-help groups (SHGs). University of Ranchi launched its own Community Radio Station named as RADIO KHANCHI 90.4 FM with slogan Aap Sabka Radio. 100. March 1 is observed as Zero Discrimination Day Globally, being observed since 2014. 2020 Theme is Zero Discrimination against Women and Girls. Mar 1 is also observed as World Civil Defence Day. 101. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare observed Vigilance Awareness Week from 28th October to 2nd November 2019, with theme Integrity- a way of life. 102. National Panchayati Raj Day in India. It began in 2010. It marks passing of Constitution (73rd Amendment) Act, 1992 that came into force with effect from 24 April 1993. On this occasion in 2020, PM Modi launched E-Gram Swaraj application. Also, he launched Swamitva scheme to integrate lands and reduce land disputes, in 6 states. 103. Nov 01 is formation day of States of Chhattisgarh (in 2000), Kerala (in 1956), Madhya Pradesh (in 1956), Haryana (in 1966), Karnataka (in 1956), Punjab (in 1956), Tamil Nadu (in 1956). For the first time since its formation in 1956, Tamil Nadu state government celebrated 'Tamil Nadu Day' on November 1, 2019. Chhattisgarh Govt on State Formation day on Nov 01, launched new industrial policy of state for 2019-2024, titled 'Gadhbo Nava Chhattisgarh - It aims at encouraging food and horticulture processing sectors along with industries based on new technologies such as robotics and artificial intelligence. Chhattisgarh came into existence on November 1, 2000, after a bifurcation of Madhya Pradesh. 104. Nov 06 is International Day for preventing environmental exploitation during war and armed conflict, marked by UN in 2001. 105. Nov 1 - World Vegan Day. It was established in 1994 by Louise Wallis, then Chair of Vegan Society in UK. 106. Nov 10 is observed as World Science Day for Peace and Development, proclaimed by UNESCO in 2001 and celebrated since 2002. 2019 Theme is ‘Open science, leaving no one behind’. 107. Nov 12, 2019 is observed as 550th birth anniversary of Sikhism Founder Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji, named as Prakash Parv. Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born on the full moon day of Kartik month or Kartik Poornima in 1469. On this occasion, Book The First Sikh: The Life and Legacy of Guru Nanak authored by Nikki-Guninder Kaur Singh has been released. Govt also launched 3 books on teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji - ‘Guru Nanak Bani’, ‘Nanak Bani’, and ‘Sakhian Guru Nanak Dev’. Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) organized three-day ‘Takhat Darshan Yatra’ for Sikh youths from various countries. As a first, Punjab and Haryana MLAs came together for a special assembly session in Chandigarh, to mark 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. MLAs from both states sat together for an assembly session for first time since 1966, when Haryana was carved out of Punjab. Shooting player Avneet Sidhu has been honoured with Guru Nanak Dev Ji Achievers Award. 108. Nov 14 is observed as Children's Day in India. It commemorates Birth Anniversary of India's First Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. On this occasion, Assam State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (ASCPCR) launched a mobile app called ‘Sishu Suraksha’, an e-complaint box for child right violations. It will enable users from all over Assam to lodge complaints about violation of child rights. Also, West Bengal Govt. observed ‘Rosogolla Dibas’ on 14 November 2019 to mark granting of Geographical Indication (GoI) tag of ‘Banglar Rosogolla’ or Bengal’s Rasgulla to the state on this day in 2017. 109. Nov 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day, with theme Family and Diabetes. It was proclaimed in in 1991. 110. Nov 15 is statehood day of Jharkhand. It was created on 15 November 2000, carved out of Bihar. 111. Nov 16 is observed as UN International Day of Tolerance. In 1995, to mark UN Year for Tolerance and 125th anniversary of birth of M K Gandhi, UNESCO created a prize for promotion of tolerance and non-violence, called UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence. It is awarded every 2 years on International Day for Tolerance, 16 November. In 2018, Manon Barbeau (President and Founder of Wapikoni Mobile (Canada)), and Kenyan NGO Coexist Initiative were laureates of UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence. Next award will be announced in 2020. Nov 16 is also observed as National Press Day in India. Nov 16 is observed as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. 112. Nov 19 is Birth Anniversary of Former (3rd) Prime Minister . Her Birthday is observed as National Integration day in India. Earlier in 2019, Environmentalist Chandi Prasad Bhatt was awarded Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration for 2017 and 2018 for his services in promoting and preserving national integration in country. David Attenborough, Noted British renowned naturalist, has been conferred with Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2019 for his efforts towards awakening humankind to need to preserve and protect planet’s biodiversity. Note that Indira Gandhi Birth anniversary (Nov 19) is observed as National Integration Day. While, Sardar Shri Vallabh Bhai Patel's Birth Anniversary (Oct 31) is observed as National Unity Day (Observed since 2014). 113. Nov 19 is observed as International Men's Day, Being observed since 1992. Nov 19 is also observed as Women's Entrepreneurship Day (WED), marked in 2014. Nov 19 is also observed as World Toilet Day, marked by UN in 2013. 2019 Theme is Leaving No One Behind. On the occasion of World Toilet Day, Govt conferred Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2019 awards to top ranked states / UTs and districts in various categories. Ranking - Top 3 States – Tamil Nadu, Haryana, 3) Gujarat Top 3 Districts – Peddapalli (Telangana), Faridabad (Haryana), Rewari (Haryana) State with maximum citizen participation – Uttar Pradesh Nov 19 is also observed as World Day for the Prevention of Child Abuse. 114. Nov 2 is Observed as UN International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists. 115. Nov 20 is observed as UN World Children's Day, established in 1954. Nov 20 is also observed as Africa Industrialization Day. 2019 Theme is Positioning African Industry to Supply the AfCFTA Market. 116. Nov 21 is World Fisheries Day. Andhra Pradesh Government launched YSR Matsyakara Bharosa scheme, extending benefits of the scheme to fishermen. Under new scheme, assistance to fishermen will be enhanced to Rs 10,000 from the earlier Rs 4,000 for the annual fishing ban period between April 15 and June 14. Nov 21 is also observed as World Television Day, proclamied by UN in December 1996. Nov 21, 2019 is also observed as World Philosophy Day, observed globally on third Thursday of November every year. It was introduced in 2002 by UNESCO. 117. Nov 24 is ‘Martyrdom Day’ of 9th Guru of Sikhs, Guru Teg Bahadur. He was martyred on November 24, 1675. Nov 24, 2019 is also observed as 71st Raising Day of National Cadet Corps (NCC), world's largest uniformed youth organization. 118. Nov 25 is Marked as UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. 2019 Theme is Orange the World: Generation Equality Stands Against Rape. Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with UN Women launched UNiTE campaign to spread awareness about violence against women. The 16 day campaign will continue till International Day of Human Rights on December 10. 119. Nov 26 is observed as Constitution Day in India (Samvidhan Divas). It commemorates adoption of the Constitution of India on 26 November 1949 by Indian Constituent Assembly. However, the Indian Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950. Government declared observing 26 November as Constitution Day in 2015, as 2015 represented 125th birth anniversary of Ambedkar, who had chaired the drafting committee of Constituent Assembly. Previously, Nov 26 was celebrated as National Law Day. On this occasion, HRD Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ launched Kartavya Portal, with URL kartavya.ugc.ac.in, as part of year long Nagrik Kartavya Paalan Abhiyan being observe. It will be used primarily for holding monthly essay competitions for students as well as other activities like quizzes, debates, poster making etc. On this occasion, President Ram Nath Kovind launched a web portal of National Youth Parliament Scheme. He also released commemorative coins and a special stamp of Rs 250 on the occasion of Constitution Day. Through NYPS Portal, India’s all recognized educational organizations will be eligible to take in the National Youth Parliament Scheme. 120. Nov 26 is observed as National Milk Day In India, to commemorate birth snniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, father of India’s White Revolution. First National Milk Day was celebrated on 26 November 2014, marked by Indian Dairy Association (IDA). Dr. Kurien is also famous for his ‘Operation Flood’, world’s largest agricultural development program. He established 30 institutions which are run by various farmers and workers and played a key role in establishment and success of Amul brand. India is 2nd largest Milk producer in world, after US. 121. Nov 29 is observed as UN International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. 122. Nov 30 is observed as Organ Donation Day in India, with 2019 being 10th edition of the same. 123. Nov 5 is observed as UN World Tsunami Awareness Day, marked by United Nations in 2015. 124. Nov 7 is observed as National Cancer Awareness Day in India. 125. Nov 8 is observed as International Day of Radiology. 126. Nov 9 is observed as National Legal Services Day In India, to commemorate enactment of Indian Legal Services Authorities Act 1987. On 11 October 1987, the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987 was enacted. It took effect on 9 November 1995. 127. Nov 9 is statehood day of Uttarakhand. On 9 November 2000, Uttarakhand became 27th state of India, being carved from Himalayan districts of Uttar Pradesh. 128. November 11 is celebrated as National Education Day in India, to commemorate birth anniversary of Maulana Abdul Azad, the first Education Minister of India. He is accredited for establishment of several premier institutes of country. It is being celebrated since 2008. 129. November 12 is observed as Public Service Broadcasting in India. It commemorates visit of M K Gandhi to studio of All India Radio in Delhi in 1947. 130. Odisha Day (Utkala Dibasa) is observed on 1 April, in memory of formation of state as a separate state out of Bihar, Bengal and Odisha provinces with addition of Koraput and Ganjam from Madras Presidency on 1 April 1936. 131. UNESCO Observed Mar 14 as First Ever International Day of Mathematics, Proclaimed in 2019. Mar 14 is observed as International Pi (π) Day, observed since 1988. Mar 14 is also observed as International Day of Action for Rivers. 132. UNESCO World Heritage Week observed between November 19 - 25 annually. Top

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