1. World Ranger Day - 31 July
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World Ranger Day is observed annually on 31 July as a day to honour and appreciate courageous individuals committed to wildlife conservation and natural resource conservation.
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The day acknowledges the selfless efforts of rangers around the world, who work tirelessly to protect fragile ecosystems and endangered species, which deserve the utmost respect and appreciation.
The theme for World Ranger Day 2023 is "30 by 30", focusing on the momentum for the 2022 United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (COP15). The theme highlights the goal of protecting and effectively managing at least 30 percent of the planet's areas by 2030, stressing the urgent need for increased conservation efforts to protect ecosystems and biodiversity.
History of World Ranger Day
It originates from the International Ranger Federation (IRF), an organisation formed in 1992 to advocate for and assist park rangers globally.
World Ranger Day was inaugurated in 2007, dedicated to the memory of eight rangers who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Over the years, World Ranger Day has gained wide recognition as an annual event to honour and appreciate the invaluable contribution made by rangers.
The day serves as an opportunity to raise awareness about the various challenges and risks that rangers face during their important work of protecting wildlife and natural habitats.
2. World Day Against Trafficking in Persons - 30 July
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is an annual event observed on 30 July every year.
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The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons aims to raise awareness and prevent the widespread issue of people trafficking and modern slavery, which affects many countries around the world.
The focus of the 2023 campaign, based on the latest UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons, is to highlight developments and trends related to trafficking. It aims to urge governments, law enforcement, public services and civil society to evaluate and strengthen their efforts in prevention, victim assistance and ending impunity.
Theme:
The theme for the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2023 is "Reach every victim of trafficking, leave no one behind."
It stresses the need to support and protect all victims, while ensuring that no one is overlooked or neglected in the fight against trafficking.
Importance
Human trafficking involves the exploitation of men, women and children, forcing them into labor or sex work. UNODC data showed that since 2003 there have been approximately 225,000 trafficking victims worldwide.
Globally, there has been a significant increase in the detection and conviction of traffickers. This increase may be attributed to improved methods of victim identification and/or to an actual increase in the number of persons being trafficked.
History of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
In 2010, the United Nations General Assembly approved a Global Action Plan aimed at combating trafficking in persons worldwide. The plan called for collaborative efforts between governments to combat this harmful phenomenon.
Based on the Global Action Plan, the United Nations General Assembly organised a high-level meeting in 2013 to advance the fight against human trafficking. During this meeting, the Member States unanimously adopted resolution A/RES/68/192.
The resolution passed in 2013 officially designated July 30 as the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. The purpose of this annual celebration is to raise awareness of the plight of human trafficking victims and to emphasise the importance of protecting and promoting their rights.
The World Day Against Trafficking in Persons aims to integrate the fight against trafficking into wider United Nations initiatives, contribute to global development and enhance security around the world.
3. National Mango Day - 22 July
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National Mango Day is celebrated every year on 22 July.
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The history of the International Mango Festival can be traced back to 1987 when the National Horticulture Board of India came up with the idea of celebrating the mango fruit.
Mango cultivation in India dates back more than 5,000 years and has an important place in Indian folklore, with legends linking it to Lord Buddha.
The English and Spanish name "mango" has its roots in the Malayan word "manna", which was transformed into "manga" by the Portuguese during their spice trade ventures in Kerala in the 1490s.
Around 300 - 400 AD mango seeds were carried by humans from Asia to various parts of the world including the Middle East, East Africa and South America.
In India, mangoes are a symbol of love and friendship, and various parts of the mango tree, including the leaves, bark, skin, kernels, and flesh, have been used in folk remedies for centuries.
Mangoes belong to the Anacardiaceae family, which also includes cashews and pistachios.
4. World Brain Day - 22 July
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World Brain Day, also known as International Brain Day, is an annual health care event observed around the world on 22 July.
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The event has been happening for the past nine years and is dedicated to raising awareness about brain diseases.
Theme of 2023: The theme for World Brain Day 2023 is "Brain health and disability: leaving no one behind." This global initiative focuses on bridging the knowledge gap and raising awareness of brain health disorders.
Objective: The main goal is to advocate for improved health care, education and research related to neurological disorders with a special emphasis on providing high quality health care to persons with disabilities.
History of World Brain Day
The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) was established on July 22, 1957, which serves as an important organisation in the field of neurology.
During the World Congress of Neurology (WCN) Council of Delegates meeting on September 22, 2013, the Public Awareness and Advocacy Committee presented a proposal to celebrate July 22 as "World Brain Day".
Recognizing the importance of raising awareness of brain health and neurological disorders, theWFN's Board of Trustees approved the concept during its meeting held in February 2014.
Since its inception, "World Brain Day" has served as a platform to educate the public, health care professionals, and policy makers about neurological issues, research advances, and the importance of brain health globally.
About World Federation of Neurology
Establishment - July 1957
Headquarters Location - London, United Kingdom
President -Prof. Wolfgang Griswold
5. World Snake Day: 16 July
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World Snake Day was celebrated on 16 July 2023 at the National Zoological Park, (Delhi Zoo) in New Delhi.
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- The purpose of celebrating World Snake Day is to protect snakes by raising awareness about the snakes of India, mistrust about snakes and the importance of snakes in our ecology.
- On this occasion, the snake rearing staff conducted the enrichment activity by providing cage furniture in the reptile house. Along with this, tree plantation was also done inside the snake houses.
- After Mission Life with about 350 visitors and young children at the Reptile House talks about snakes and healthy living.
- Reptile House Walk was organized on this occasion.
- Presently 31 snakes of 07 species are present in the National Zoological Park.
National Parks of India:
- There are currently 106 national parks in India.
- The largest national park in India is the Hemis National Park (Ladakh).
- The smallest national park in India is South Button National Park (Andaman and Nicobar Islands).
- The first national park of India is Jim Corbett National Park (Uttarakhand), which was established in 1936.
- Cheetah was introduced to Kuno National Park in India for the first time after independence.
- The maximum number of tigers in India is located in Madhya Pradesh, followed by Karnataka.
- The maximum number of 11 national parks in India is in the state of Madhya Pradesh, where there are a total of 11 national parks.
6. World International Justice Day - July 17
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The day focuses on promoting international criminal justice and advocating for the rights of victims.
History:
It commemorates the adoption of the Rome Statute on 17 July 1998, which established the International Criminal Court (ICC).
The ICC is tasked with protecting individuals from heinous crimes such as genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and crimes of aggression.
Mission:
The primary mission of the ICC is to ensure justice and accountability for these heinous crimes, thus contributing to global peace, security and prosperity.
Global participation: People around the world come together on this day to support justice, raise awareness of international criminal justice, and cooperate in preventing future crimes.
Advocacy for Victims: The day serves as a platform to advocate for the rights of victims and to emphasise their importance in the pursuit of justice.
Prevention of crimes: Through collective efforts, the day encourages initiatives and actions aimed at preventing crimes that threaten global peace and security.
Unity for Justice: It symbolises the promotion of unity, international cooperation and collaboration among nations and individuals in the pursuit of justice.
7. Nelson Mandela International Day - 18 July
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Nelson Mandela Day is observed on 18 July each year to honour Nelson Mandela, a prominent anti-apartheid activist of South Africa and the country's first democratically elected president.
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The theme for Nelson Mandela International Day 2023 is "Climate, Food and Solidarity".
This year the focus is on taking action against climate change and creating a food-friendly environment in solidarity with communities around the world affected by climate crises.
The call to action for 2023 is"It's in Your Hands," encouraging individuals and organizations to actively participate in addressing climate change and supporting vulnerable communities.
History of Nelson Mandela International Day
In 2009, the United Nations declared 18 July as Nelson Mandela Day to recognize his significant contributions and celebrate his achievements.
Mandela played an important role in ending the apartheid system in South Africa and promoting multiracial democracy.
The first celebration of Nelson Mandela Day took place on 18 July 2010, Mandela's 92nd birthday.
8. International Malala Day - 12 July
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International Malala Day is observed every year on July 12 to honour Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani advocate for girls' education and the youngest Nobel laureate.
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It serves as a worldwide awareness day, emphasising the need for girls to fight for their right to education.
World Malala Day 2023 Theme:
The theme for World Malala Day 2023 is inspired by the book "I Am Malala", which focuses on the influence of celebrities as heroes and role models for social progress.
The theme highlights Malala's courage in facing hatred and fighting for her beliefs.
Achievements and Recognition:
Malala's efforts attracted global attention, leading to her being recognized by Time magazine in 2013 as one of the most influential people in the world.
In 2014, she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and became the youngest recipient ever.
Malala has also received the United Nations Human Rights Award and the Liberty Medal.
History:
Malala Yousafzai was born on 12 July 1997 in Mingora, Pakistan.
In 2007, the Taliban imposed a ban on girls attending school in her town.
Despite the ban, Malala spoke to B.B.C. Started writing for Urdu in 2009, advocating for girls' education.
On 9 October 2012, Taliban gunmen targeted Malala and shot her in the head.
Malala survived the attack and delivered an impressive speech addressing the United Nations on her 16th birthday.
9. World Population Day - 11 July
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The annual celebration known as World Population Day is observed on 11 July every year.
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It serves as a platform to raise awareness about global population-related concerns.
Theme of World Population Day 2023
Its theme is "Unleashing the Power of Gender Equality: Elevating the Voices of Women and Girls to Unlock the Infinite Potential of Our World."
The theme underlines the importance of gender equality in harnessing the full potential of women and girls and the immense opportunities they present for our global society.
History of World Population Day
It was established in 1989 by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme.
Its primary goal is to highlight the critical nature and importance of population issues.
In December 1990, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to continue World Population Day.
It aims to promote the understanding of population matters and their interrelationships with environment and development.
The first World Population Day was observed on 11 July 1990, in which more than 90 countries participated.
10. National Fish Farmers Day: 10 July
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National Fish Farmers Day is celebrated every year on 10th July to honour and support the work of fish farmers, fishermen and other stakeholders associated with fisheries in India.
An Overview of the news:
- In the year 2023, the 23rd National Fish Farmers Day is being celebrated across the country.
- On July 10, 1957, for the first time, Dr. Hiralal Chowdhary and Dr. Alikunhi were successful in extracting carp pituitary hormones in successful induced breeding of major carps at Angul, Odisha.
- It was on the same day that the two scientists demonstrated Hypophysation, a technique to induce reproduction in Indian Major Carps.
- Every year on July 10, Fish Farmers Day is celebrated in the country to mark this contribution of scientists.
Beginning of National Fish Farmers Day:
- July 10, 2001 was designated as National Fisheries Day by the Government of India.
- After this, in 2001, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research organized the country's first National Fish Farmer's Day function. Along with this, the leading institute in the field of fisheries education - Central Institute of Fisheries Education also joined.
- The day aims to raise awareness of the need to change the way the country manages its fisheries resources to ensure sustainable fisheries stocks and robust ecosystems.
Organization of National Fish Farmers Day 2023:
- An exhibition of 30 extraordinary startups from across the country will be organized to showcase the best of the fisheries innovators in the country at the National Fish Farmers Day 2023 celebration event at Mahabalipuram on July 10, 2023.
Important facts related to fishing industry:
- According to the statistics of the National Fisheries Development Board, the export revenue of Rs 334.41 billion has been received from the fisheries industry alone.
- The fisheries industry contributes 7% to India's gross domestic product (GDP).
- India is the second major aquaculture working country in the world.
- India is the third largest producer of fish in the world.
- Gujarat ranks first in the production of marine fish in the country.
