“IMPORTANT DAYS”

World Tourism Day 2024

Tourism is a vital industry that plays a crucial role in the global economy. It contributes significantly to the economic growth of nations, creates numerous employment opportunities, and fosters cultural connections among people from diverse backgrounds. To celebrate and recognize the importance of this sector, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) established World Tourism Day as a global observance.

Theme for 2024

“Tourism and Peace”

The theme for World Tourism Day 2024 is “Tourism and Peace.” This powerful theme highlights the intrinsic connection between tourism and global harmony. It emphasizes how travel and cultural exchange can contribute to:

1. Mutual understanding between different cultures and nations
2. Conflict resolution through increased empathy and cross-cultural experiences
3. Economic cooperation that can lead to more stable international relations

World Contraception Day 2024

World Contraception Day, observed annually on September 26, stands as a beacon of awareness in the realm of reproductive health. This global campaign is dedicated to raising consciousness about contraception and promoting informed decision-making in sexual and reproductive health matters. By equipping individuals with knowledge and access to various contraceptive options, the day aims to reduce unintended pregnancies and enhance accessibility to vital reproductive health services worldwide.

Theme of World Contraception Day 2024

“A choice for all. Freedom to plan, power to choose.”

 World Environmental Health Day 2024

Every year on September 26, the world comes together to observe World Environmental Health Day. This annual event serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to safeguard the health of our planet and, by extension, our own well-being. As we face increasingly complex environmental challenges, this day takes on even greater significance, encouraging us to reflect on the intricate relationship between environmental health and human health.

The theme for 2024: Building Resilient Communities

The theme for World Environmental Health Day 2024 is “Environmental Health: Creating Resilient Communities through Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation” focuses on the critical intersection of environmental health, climate change, and community resilience.

“AWARDS”

Deepak C Mehta, Honored with ICC Lifetime Achievement Award for 2023

Visionary industrialist and leader Shri Deepak C Mehta, Chairman and Managing Director of Deepak Nitrite Limited, has been conferred the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the Indian Chemical Council (ICC) at the 59th ICC Annual Awards Function in Mumbai.

“SPORTS”

World 6-Red Snooker Championship

IBSF (International Billiards and Snooker Foundation) World Men’s 6, 2024 Red Snooker Championship A veteran Kamal Chawla wins Gold after beating a player from Pakistan in the final. Also, India begged three bronze medals also in the event final. The tournament was held in Mongolia.

 “NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

World Talent Ranking 2024: Switzerland leads, India drops to 58th position

The IMD’s recent World Talent Ranking 2024 shows that Switzerland ranks first, followed by Singapore; India finds itself ranked 58th globally, with a talent score of 40.47. The IMD World Talent Ranking 2024 shows the overall ranking for 67 economies. The economies are ranked from the most to the least competitive, and the change from the Previous year’s rankings are also shown.

PM Modi Launches Three PARAM Rudra Supercomputers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually launched three PARAM Rudra supercomputers on September 26, 2024, emphasizing the importance of technological advancements for empowering the underprivileged. Developed indigenously under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM) at a cost of Rs. 130 crore each, these high-performance computing systems are strategically deployed in Pune, Delhi, and Kolkata. With a total investment of Rs. 850 crore in the project, these supercomputers aim to facilitate pioneering scientific research across various disciplines.