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World information Day 24th October  World Development Information Day is an annual observance that takes place on October 24th. It was established by the United Nations in 1972 to raise awareness about development issues and to promote international cooperation for development. The day is meant to highlight the importance ofdevelopment and the role that individuals and organizations can play in promoting sustainable development and reducing poverty around the world. Public opinion  Public opinion refers to the collective attitudes, beliefs, and sentiments of a group of people regarding a particular issue or topic. It is often measured through public opinion polls, surveys, and focus groups, which are usedto gather data on how people feel about a particular issue or candidate. Public opinion can also be influenced by various factors such as the media, political campaigns, and social movements. It can play a significant role in shaping government policy, as politicia...

International day of Human space  The International Day of Human Space Flight is celebrated on April 12th each year. It marks the anniversary of the first human space flight, which was made by Yuri Gagarin on April 12, 1961. The day is intended to celebrate the achievements of human space exploration and to promote the peaceful use of outer space for the benefit of all humanity. The International Day of Human Space Flight is celebrated on April 12th each year. It marks the anniversary of the first human space flight, which was made by Yuri Gagarin on April 12, 1961. The day is intended to celebrate the achievements of human space exploration and to promote the peaceful use of outer space for the benefit of all humanity. The United Nations General Assembly declared April 12 as the International Day of Human Space Flight in 2011 to recognize the contributions of space science and technology to the betterment of the human condition. The day is also meant to encourage inter...

World television day  World Television Day is celebrated on November 21st each year. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1996 to recognize the increasing impact of television on global society and to encourage responsible programming. The day is intended to promote dialogue and understanding among different cultures and to encourage the development of television as a medium for peace, understanding, and development. History : World Television Day was first established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1996, recognizing the increasing role that television plays in global communication. The day is celebrated annually on November 21st, the anniversary of the day in 1996 when the first World Television Forum was held at the UN headquarters in New York City. The forum brought together experts in the field of television to discuss its potential as a tool for peace and understanding. The celebration of World Television Day is intended to raise ...

World Radio Day 13th February  World Radio Day is an annual event celebrated on February 13th to recognize the power of radio as a medium for information, education, and entertainment. The day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2011 and is celebrated by radio stations, broadcasters,and listeners around the world. The theme for World Radio Day 2021 is "New World, New Radio." The theme is designed to inspire radio stations to embrace new technologies and new ways of thinking to stay relevant and reach new audiences. Background : World Radio Day was first proposed by the Director-General of UNESCO, Irina Bokova, in 2011. The proposal was based on the belief that radio is a powerful medium for sharing information, fostering education and promoting cultural diversityThe proposal was unanimously adopted by the United Nations General Assembly, which declared February 13th as World Radio Day. The date was chosen to commemorate the establishment of th...

World Telecommunications  And Information Society Day 17 May World Telecommunications and Information Society Day (WTISD) is an annual event celebrated on May 17th to raise awareness of the possibilities that the use of the Internet and other information and communication technologies (ICT) can bring to societies and economies, as well as of ways to bridge the digital divide. The event is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that is responsible for issues that concern information and communication technologies. The theme of WTISD changes each year, and focuses on a specific aspect of the use of ICTs in society. Back Ground: The ITU, the UN specialized agency responsible for WTISD, was founded in 1865 and is the oldest existing international organization. It is based in Geneva, Switzerland and its mandate is to coordinatetelecommunication operations and services throughout the world. The ITU is divi...

Fuel prices in himachal Pradesh 2023 Shimla: Himachal Pradesh has increased the Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel in the state making the fuel more costlier. On Sunday the state government announced that it has increased the VAT on diesel from 6.40 per cent to 9.96 per cent per litre. Therefore, onwards the increase, diesel will ow cost 7.40 per litre which was earlier Rs 4.40 per litre. Although there will be slight difference depending on the fuel stations. ANI tweeted, " Himachal Pradesh government has increased VAT on diesel by around Rs 3 (increase varies as per different fuel stations). Whereas VAT on petrol has been also reduced by around 0.55 paise (reduction varies as per different fuel stations)." Himachal Pradesh Increases Cost Of Diesel (ANI) This comes on the same day as the Himachal Pradesh cabinet was expanded. The four-week old Himachal Pradesh cabinet headed by Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu was expanded on Sunday with the induction of seven ministers, incl...

Himachal Pradesh Government To Launch Decisive Campaign Against Illegal Mining, Says Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri  Shimla, January 11: Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri Wednesday claimed the mining mafia had been very active in the state during the last five years and the new Congress government will launch a decisive campaign to curb illegal mining and drug peddling. Interacting with district-level officers at Ghaluwal village in Una, he directed them to keep a strict vigil on mining and drug mafia and launch an awareness campaign against them. The state government is committed to tightening the noose on the mining and drug mafia and will launch an extensive crackdown in the times to come, he said, adding mining mafia had been very active during the last five years and to curb this menace is the utmost priority of the Congress dispensation. Agnihotri also said Rs 1,500 crore has been spent for the channelization of the Swan River and directed office...