The intent of celebrating national and international days is for all, particularly for gen-next, to remember people and events shaping a nation. School and college curriculum, parents, and society may not talk about them so often as needed. Hence, National Days play a significant role in being grateful, watchful, and celebrating heroes and events. EveryContinue reading “National Education Day – November 10”

Status and class should never become an impediment when there is a need to enforce one’s rights in a court of law. Providing the needed access to justice through legal aid and accessible legal services is at the heart of a welfare society. The National Legal Services Day is observed on November 9 to commemorateContinue reading “November 9 – National Legal Services Day”

On this day in 1943, the Italian government declared war on its former Axis partner Germany. This happened a month after Italy surrendered to Allied forces. On 13th October 1946, France adopted the Constitution of the Fourth Republic. On 13th October 1792, the cornerstone of The White House was first laid down. Former President JohnContinue reading “13th October”

On 12th October 1968, Equatorial Guinea gained independence from Spain. The movement towards a free Equatorial Guinea started to build from the end of 1967. By early 1968, the Spanish government suspended its autonomous political control. It proposed to hold a national referendum for formulating a new constitution. This proposal was approved, and subsequently, EquatorialContinue reading “12th October”

10th October, 1967 – Outer Space Treaty 1967: Treaty on Principles Governing the Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies, was signed by the United States and the Soviet Union. Below is a rough guide to what the treaty meant: Military Use An undertakingContinue reading “10th October”

9th October, 1934 – Yugoslavia King Assassinated 1934: King Alexander I of Yugoslavia was shot and assassinated. 9th October, 2012 – Assassination Attempt on Malala Yousafzai 2012: The Pakistani education activist was shot at and injured while going back home from school. Malala survived the attack and has since gone on to become one ofContinue reading “9th October”

8th October – Indian Air Force Day Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on 8th October all over India. On 8th October 1932, Indian Air Force Day was established. 8th October, 1998 – U.S.A. Impeachment Proceedings 1998: The U.S. House of Representatives votes to proceed toward impeaching President Bill Clinton on the charges of perjuryContinue reading “8th October”

6th Oct, 1981- Egypt Anwar Sadat Assassinated 1981: President Anwar Sadat was assassinated while viewing a military parade in a Cairo suburb. The third president of Egypt, Anwar Sadat, was killed by members of the terrorist group Takfir Wal-Hajira during a parade held to commemorate the 8th anniversary of Operation Badr – a military operationContinue reading “6th October”

By Priyanka Dave, TY B.A., LL.B. PETA AGAINST LUXURY DESIGNER BRANDS For many years now, PETA has been trying to spread awareness on animal cruelty, as a result of which many luxury brands and designer houses have stepped up and dispensed with the use of animal products. It has made people realize that the costContinue reading “World Animal Welfare Day – 4th October”

October 2nd is one of the most important days in the legal and Indian context. This day is celebrated as “Gandhi Jayanti.” Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, a great freedom fighter and a lawyer by profession, was born on this day. The United Nations (UN) declared this day as the “International Day of Non-Violence.” People offer prayers,Continue reading “2nd October”

October 1st is celebrated as the “International Day of Older Persons.” This day highlights the contribution of older people to society while also spreading awareness about aging in the modern world. This day has been officially designated such by the United Nations (UN). This year marks the 31st anniversary of this day. COVID-19 has imposedContinue reading “1st October”

September 30th is observed as “International Translation Day“. It aims to raise awareness about the process of translation as a profession to pay tribute to the hard work of language professionals. It also promotes the rich culture, heritage, mutual respect for the changing world; thereby breaking the language barriers, promoting unity in various fields andContinue reading “30th September”

In the United Kingdom (UK), Michaelmas: Feast of Michael, and All Angels, is celebrated on 29th September. This day marks the beginning of autumn and the shortening of days due to the very reason that it falls on the equinox. Out of the four quarters, this day resonates with the completion of another quarter. OnContinue reading “29th September”

The 28th of September is celebrated as the “International Day for Universal Access to Information“. It focuses on highlighting the various statutes and policies formulated to guarantee the public for saving lives, building trust, especially in the times of COVID-19. With easy access to information, any individual can make informed decisions. It is also enshrinedContinue reading “28th September”