Current Affairs - Important Days

World Piano Day 2024 was celebrated on March 28, which marks the 88th day of the year and symbolizes the 88 keys on a standard piano keyboard, highlighting the significance of this musical instrument globally.

World Theatre Day is celebrated on March 27 every year to honour and recognize the art of theatre globally. This day highlights the significance of theatre and its contributions to the entertainment industry.

Chandrayaan-3, India’s third lunar mission, took off from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on July 14 and successfully landed on the Moon's surface on August 23, 2023. The International Astronomical Union (IAU) approved the name "Statio Shiv Shakti" for the landing site, marking this date as a significant milestone in India's space exploration journey.

World Poetry Day is celebrated on March 21 every year. This day is significant as it honours the role of poetry in cultural and linguistic expression. It was adopted by UNESCO in 1999 to promote linguistic diversity, revive poetry traditions, and increase awareness and understanding of endangered languages. The theme for World Poetry Day 2024 is "Standing on the Shoulders of Giants," highlighting the influence and inspiration that past poets have on contemporary poetry.

World Oral Health Day is celebrated annually on March 20 to raise awareness about oral health and its connection to overall well-being. It was first observed on September 12, 2007, which marked the birthday of Dr. Charles Godon, the founder of FDI World Dental Federation. The day aims to highlight the importance of oral hygiene and preventive measures against common oral diseases like cavities, which affect a significant portion of the global population.