1. World Radiography Day
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World Radiography Day is celebrated every year on 8 November.
Important facts
The day marks the anniversary of the birth of X-rays.
X-ray plays a huge role in the medical industry as one of the diagnostic tools that help doctors detect a wide variety of problems, and diagnose diseases to treat them better and in a timely manner.
X-rays have made diagnosis easy and painless.
The day also helps to recognize the hard work of radiographers and radiologists who made X-rays possible.
This is the 11th International Day of Radiology and this is observed by all the medical imaging professionals from across the world.
The theme of International Day of Radiology 2022 - "Radiologists and Radiographers supporting patients."
Background of the day
X-rays were discovered by Professor Wilhelm Konrad Röntgen in the year 1895, when he was working with cathode-ray tubes in his laboratory.
He observed a fluorescent glow of crystals on a table near his tube, which contained a bulb with negative and positive electrodes.
When air was removed from the tube and a high voltage was applied, the tube produced a fluorescent glow.
When the tube was covered with black paper and that material was placed a few feet away from the tube, it generated a green fluorescent light.
He found that the rays could pass through human tissues but not through bones and metal.
The first World Radiography Day was observed in 2007 by the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists on 8 November.
2. National Cancer Awareness Day
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National Cancer Awareness Day is celebrated in India on 7th November, the purpose of this day is to focus on prevention and early detection of cancer.
Important facts
According to the WHO, about 70% of cancer deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries.
Cancer is a non-communicable disease and the second leading cause of death globally.
About 1.1 million new cases of cancer are reported every year in India.
Two-thirds of cancer cases are diagnosed in the late stages, reducing the chances of survival for patients.
Several programs have been launched to enhance research on cancer prevention and early detection.
In the case of cancer, the cells of the body grow uncontrollably.
Background of National Cancer Awareness Day
National Cancer Awareness Day is observed on 7 November to commemorate the birth anniversary of Nobel laureate scientist Madame Curie.
Marie Curie, who was born in Warsaw, Poland, in 1867, is known for discovering radium and polonium and for making significant contributions to the fight against cancer.
Her research resulted in the development of nuclear energy and radiotherapy to treat cancer.
3. World Tsunami Awareness Day
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World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed every year on November 5.
Important facts
Its aim is to create awareness about this deadly disaster.
Japan is credited with starting this day because of the bitter experiences of repeated tsunamis.
According to the United Nations, there have been 58 tsunamis in the past 100 years, killing more than 260,000 people (an average of 4,600 deaths per disaster), more than any other natural disaster.
The highest number of deaths during this period was in the Indian Ocean tsunami in December 2004.
The theme of this 2022 day in Asia-Pacific is 'Early warning and early action before every tsunami'.
Background of World Tsunami Awareness Day
In December 2015, the United Nations General Assembly designated 5 November as World Tsunami Awareness Day.
The United Nations called on countries, civil societies and international bodies to share innovative strategies to increase tsunami awareness and reduce risk.
The day was established on the suggestion of the United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) countries which included Japan.
The first World Tsunami Awareness Day was observed worldwide on 5 November 2016.
This awareness day was organised in New Delhi in collaboration with the Asian Ministerial Conference for Disaster Risk Reduction 2016 and the United Nations Disaster Risk Reduction in New Delhi.
4. Rashtriya Ekta Diwas
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Every year 31 October is observed in India as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas as a tribute to the first home minister and Deputy Prime Minister of Independent India Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. He was born on 31st October 1875 in Nadiad, Kheda district of present Gujarat.
He was the Home Minister from 15 August 1947 to 15 December 1950 and played a vital role in integrating the Princely states in India after Independence. For his role in integrating the princely states he is also called the Iron Man of India, Bismarck of India or Mazzini of India.
Background to the Day
In 2014 the Prime Minister Narendra Modi government decided to observe 31st October as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas to reinforce our dedication to preserve and strengthen the unity, integrity and security of the nation.
Prime Minister observe Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2002 at Kevadia, Gujarat
The Prime Minister participated in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations 2022 at the Status of Unity, Kevadia, Ekta Nagar . The celebrations witnessed the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Parade, which included contingents of BSF and of five State Police Forces, one each from the Northern Zone (Haryana), Western Zone (Madhya Pradesh), Southern Zone (Telangana), Eastern Zone (Odisha) and North Eastern Zone (Tripura).
Statute of Unity
The Statue of Unity dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is the world's tallest statue.
It is 182 meters (597 feet) tall and located on the island of Sadhu -Betu in river Narmada in Kevadiya, Gujarat. The statue has been designed by Ram Suttar.
The statue was inaugurated by PM Modi on 31October 2018.
5. World Cities Day
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Every year 31st October is observed as World Cities day. It brings the end of Urban October . Urban October was launched by UN Habitat in 2014 to emphasize the world’s urban challenges and engage the international community towards the New Urban Agenda.
Background to the day
The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution on 27 December 2013 to designate 31st October as World Cities Day. The Day is observed to promote the international community’s interest in global urbanization, addressing challenges of urbanization and contributing to sustainable urban development around the world.
The first World Cities Day was observed in 2014.
Theme of the World Cities Day 2022
The Theme of the World Cities Day 2022: Act Local to Go Global
Every year the United Nations organises the World Cities day function in a city. This year it will be held in Shanghai, China under the theme "Act Local to Go Global."
6. World Development Information Day
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Every year 24 October is observed as World Development Information Day. This day was established to draw the attention of the world to development problems and the need to strengthen international cooperation to solve them. This day is observed on the same day, 24 October, which is also observed as the United Nations Day.
Background to the Day
In 1972, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to observe 24 October as the World Development Information Day. The Assembly decided that the date for the Day should coincide with United Nations Day, 24 October, which was also the date of the adoption, in 1970, of the International Development Strategy for the Second United Nations Development Decade.
The Assembly deemed that improving the dissemination of information and the mobilization of public opinion, particularly among young people, would lead to greater awareness of the problems of development, thus, promoting efforts in the sphere of international cooperation for development.
7. United Nations Day
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Every year 24 October is observed as the United Nations Day. On this Day in 1945 the United Nations charter came into force with the ratification of the United Nations charter by majority of the countries including the five permanent members of the UN Security council The United States, France, China, Soviet Union and the United Kingdom.
Background to the Day
On 31st October 1947, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution to observe the day as the United Nations Day to make people aware of the aims and achievements and to gain their support further.
The first UN Day was observed in 1948.
In 1945, representatives of 50 countries met in San Francisco at the United Nations Conference on International Organization to draw up the United Nations Charter.
The United Nations came into being on 24 October 1945. India is the original founder member of the United Nations. It replaced the League of Nations which failed to prevent the First World War.
About United Nations
United Nations member countries 193.
Official Language of the UN: Russian, English, French, Arabic, Chinese and Spanish.
Motto of the UN: Peace, dignity and equality
On a healthy planet
Secretary General of the United Nation: António Guterres
Headquarters: New York, United States of America
8. Ayurveda Day
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The 7th Ayurveda Day is being observed all over India on 23 October 2022. Ayurveda day is observed on Dhanwantari Jayanti and this year it is being observed on 23 October 2022. All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), under the Ministry of Ayush, is the nodal agency for implementing the Ministry of Ayush’s mandate for Ayurveda Day this year. The first Ayurveda day was observed in 2016.
Ayurveda Day 2022
As part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav the Government of India organized a six week long programme (12th September-23rd October) to interact with and sensitize the people so that the message of Ayurveda can percolate down to all levels.
The main event on Ayurveda Day was held in New Delhi by the Ministry of Ayush and the Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Arjun Munda was the Chief Guest.
Theme of the Ayurveda Day 2022
The theme of Ayurveda Day 2022 is “Har Din Har Ghar Ayurveda” so as to propagate benefits of Ayurveda to larger and grass root communities.
Who was Dhanwantari?
The original conception of Ayurveda in its entirety is essentially linked to Dhanwantari who is considered as God of Hindu Medicine.
Dhanwantari is considered a mythical deity born with ambrosia (Amrit) in one hand and Ayurveda on the other at the end of the churning of milk ocean (Samudra Manthan). He reincarnated himself in the Chandra dynasty. He was born to King Dhanwa, learnt Ayurveda from Bharadwaja.
His great grandson Divodasa was also known as Dhanwantari, but was specialised only in the surgical branch of Ayurveda. Sushruta, is said to have learnt the art of science of surgery from Divodasa Dhanwantara.
9. World Iodine Deficiency Day
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Global Iodine Deficiency Disorder Prevention Day (IDD) or World Iodine Deficiency Day is observed every year on 21 October.
Important facts
The theme of World Iodine Deficiency Day, 2022 is ‘Thyroid and Communication’.
The idea of the theme is to spread awareness of iodine and its importance.
On this occasion, many activities are organised to create awareness among the general public regarding the prevention of iodine deficiency disorders.
On this occasion, World Iodine Deficiency Control Week will be celebrated from 21-27 October by the Health Department across the country.
Iodine and its importance
Iodine is a mineral used by the body to regulate metabolism.
It is an element that is needed for the production of thyroid hormone.
The body does not make iodine, so it is an essential part of our diet.
It also helps control bone growth and brain development in children.
It is found in seafood, iodized salt, dairy products and some fruits and vegetables.
Globally, 2 billion people are at risk of iodine deficiency diseases.
In 1992, iodized salt was made mandatory for human consumption in India.
10. Police Commemoration Day
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Every year in India, October 21 is observed as Police Commemoration Day.
Important facts
This day is celebrated to remember and honour the policemen who laid down their lives while fulfilling their responsibilities.
On this day events are organised to pay tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives in Ladakh on the Indo-China border.
In 1959, there was a lot of tension between the borders of India and China.
On 21 October 1959, China opened fire on 20 soldiers in Ladakh, out of which 10 Indian soldiers were killed.
The last rites of these policemen took place in eastern Ladakh. Since then October 21 is celebrated as Police Commemoration Day.
On the occasion of Police Commemoration Day in the year 2018, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first National Police Memorial in New Delhi.
