TROMSO (NPTV/UN): United Nations is observing the 20th September, 2024 as the first World Cleanup Day here under the theme Arctic Cities and Marine Litter. The inaugural World Cleanup Day being celebrated in Tromsø showcases Norway’s innovative waste management strategies tailored to harsh climates. The theme of the inaugural event is The event, convened with […]
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MANHATTAN: Secretary General António Guterres, in his message on the occasion of Int’l Day of Democracy (2024) has said that it was an opportunity to reinforce the importance of upholding free speech, civil liberties, and the rule of law; ensuring accountable institutions; and protecting and promoting human rights. UN Secretary General further said: “This is […]
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KARACHI: World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is being observed on Tuesday (10th November, 2024) all over the globe. Endorsed by WHO the WSPD was established in 2003 International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). In order to augment awareness apropos the significance of assuaging stigma and initiate dialogues to contain the incidences of suicide, the triennial […]
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KARACHI (NPTV/UNITED NATIONS): On the 19th day of August United Nations observes the World Humanitarian Day (WHD). It may be recalled that on 19th day of August 2023, 22 WHD workers (including the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Sergio Vieira de Mello) lost their lives when a bomb exploded at Canal Hotel […]
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MANHATTAN: On 18 July every year, United Nations invite the people all over the world to mark Nelson Mandela International Day by making a difference in their communities. UN believes that everyone has the ability and the responsibility to change the world for the better and Mandela Day is an occasion for all to attempt […]
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MANHATTAN (NPTV/UN): In his message on the World Population Day (being observed on 11th July) UN Secretary-General António Guterres referred to the 2024 theme: “To Leave No One Behind, Count Everyone!” UN Secretary-General stated”:“As the theme of this year’s World Population Day reminds us, investing in data collection is important to understanding problems, tailoring solutions, […]
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KARACHI: Chocolate lovers all over the world celebrate 7th of July as the World Chocolate Day. Guilt associated with the consumption of chocolate often overshadows its advantages. The truth is that it has extremely nutritional benefits: Since saturated fats in chocolate do not augment cholesterol it can be enjoyed in moderation. Chocolate not only happens […]
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KARACHI (NPTV/UN): 2024 marks the 10th Int’l Day of Yoga under the banner of ‘Yoga for Self and Society’. Recognizing its universal appeal, on 11 December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed 21st June as the International Day of Yoga via resolution 69/131. The resolution notes “the importance of individuals and populations making healthier choices and […]
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KARACHI (NPTV/UN): Every minute 20 people leave everything behind to escape war, persecution or terror. World Refugee Day is an occasion to build empathy and understanding for their plight and to recognize their resilience in rebuilding their lives. Solidarity with people forced to flee also means finding solutions to their plight – ending conflicts so […]
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KARACHI (NPTV/UN): Since on Thursday (13th June, 2024) the world is observing the International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) for the tenth time, UN has decided to celebrate the strides made with renewed commitment for the future. Muluka-Anne Miti-Drummond, the UN Independent Expert on the enjoyment of human rights by persons with albinism, made the following […]
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