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             INTERNATIONAL CHESS DAY      International Chess Day is celebrated every year; the reason behind its celebration is to commemorate the formation of FIDE, the globally recognized governing body of chess. The idea to celebrate the International Day of Chess was first proposed by UNESCO, and it has been celebrated as such since 1966 after it was established by FIDE. When Was International Chess Day Started? The idea for the International Chess Day was first proposed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). It was first celebrated in 1966 after FIDE established the event. The UN General Assembly unanimously approved a resolution recognizing the International Chess Day in 2019.  Creative Chess      FIDE invites chess lovers everywhere to join us in promoting the game in the most imaginative way possible. It’s time to play Creative Chess. Set up a game in the most unusu...

             INTERNATIONAL ROCK DAY Why do we celebrate International Rock Day? International Rock Day is widely celebrated on July 13th annually for people to learn more about rocks and their importance.The Rock or stone is a naturally occurring solid aggregate of one or more minerals or mineraloids. For example, the common rock granite is a combination of the quartz, feldspar and biotite minerals. The Earth’s outer solid layer, the lithosphere, is made of rock. Rocks have been used by mankind throughout history. From the Stone Age, rocks have been used for tools. The minerals and metals found in rocks have been essential to human civilization. History of the day  International Drop A Rock Day was originally founded by The Word Rocks Project in 2015. It brings thousands of people around the world together for a common cause. The sponsors, which now include both The Word Rocks Project and The Kindness Rock Project, created this unofficial holiday....

              WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5th. It's a global event organized by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to raise awareness about environmental issues and encourage action to protect the planet. The theme for World Environment Day 2025 is "Putting an End to Plastic Pollution".  Father of the environment Alexander von Humboldt is widely regarded as the "Father of Environment" due to his pioneering work in ecology and environmental science. He is celebrated for his comprehensive studies of the natural world, particularly his exploration of the interconnectedness between climate, plants, animals, and human activities.  Slogan of world environment day The slogan for 2025 is "Beat Plastic Pollution". This campaign highlights the urgent need to reduce plastic waste, find sustainable alternatives, and promote responsible consumption and production. The global celebrations for Worl...

              NATIONAL STATISTICS DAY  When was the first National Statistics Day celebrated on June 29? The first National Statistics Day was celebrated on 29th June 2007. Which day is celebrated on 29 June in India? The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) will celebrate the 19th Statistics Day on 29th June 2025 at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. Importance of Statistics  Statistics play a crucial role in shaping India’s public policy. From assessing unemployment rates and health indicators to calculating GDP and conducting the Census, reliable data enables the government to design, implement, and monitor development programs effectively. Evidence-based governance helps ensure transparency, accountability, and efficient resource allocation. Why do we celebrate National Statistics Day? Statistics Day aims to create public awareness, especially among the younger generation, about the importance of statisti...

                   WORLD REFUGEE DAY Importance of World Refugee Day World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honour refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20 and celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. How to celebrate World Refugee Day Take action. Pledge to stand with refugees around the world. Donate. A donation will help ensure that aid reaches those in need. Theme for World Refugee Day 2025 Under the theme “Solidarity with Refugees,” WHO calls for urgent action to strengthen inclusive, resilient health systems that leave no one behind. As protracted displacement rises, many fleeing conflict and disasters are spending over a decade awaiting legal recognition. Main message of refugee Refugee explores themes of survival, hope, and the power of human resilience in the face of violence and displace...

             NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY DAY  June 15 is Nature Photography Day as a day for nature lovers and photographers to capture the breath-taking beauty and encourage others to see the wonders of our natural Earth. What is nature photography called? Landscape photography (often shortened to landscape photos) captures the world's outdoor spaces, sometimes vast and unending and other times microscopic. Landscape photographs typically capture the presence of nature but can also focus on human-made features or disturbances of the land. When did nature photography start? According to records, the earliest known evidence of a landscape photograph was taken between the years of 1826 and 1827. It was an urban landscape photo taken by a French inventor by the name of Nicephore Niepce. Is nature photography a hobby? Nature photography, a creative and immersive hobby, offers a unique and profound escape from the daily grind. Beyond just capturing beautiful la...