Current Affairs - Important Days

The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is celebrated annually on May 29th. This day commemorates the contributions of peacekeepers towards international peace and security since the establishment of the first UN peacekeeping mission in 1948.

World Hunger Day is observed annually on May 28th. The theme for World Hunger Day is "Thriving Mothers." It aims to raise awareness about the challenges millions of people face due to lack of access to adequate nutrition. The day also highlights the research by economist Amartya Sen, who demonstrated that hunger in the modern world is primarily due to distribution issues and government policies.

World Turtle Day is celebrated annually on May 23 to promote awareness about the conservation of turtles and tortoises. It was initiated by American Tortoise Rescue in 2000 to educate people about the ecological importance of these creatures and the need for their protection. Activities such as adopting turtles or tortoises, donating to conservation efforts, or volunteering at rescue centres are encouraged to mark this day.

World Football Day is celebrated on May 25, as proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/78/281. This date marks the 100th anniversary of the first international football tournament involving teams from all regions, held during the Summer Olympic Games in Paris in 1924.

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 24 as the International Day of the Markhor, recognizing the need for the conservation of this iconic species. This day serves to raise awareness about the markhor and its ecological significance, emphasizing the importance of preserving its habitat and fostering sustainable tourism.