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By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 20 Oct 2025

Deepavali: The Festival of Lights

Deepavali, also known as Diwali, is one of the most celebrated festivals in the world, especially among Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists. The word Deepavali originates from the Sanskrit words “Deepa” meaning “lig

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 16 Oct 2025

World Food Day: A Day to Be Thankful for Every Meal

“Imagine a world where no one goes to bed hungry, where every plate is full and every heart is grateful.” Every year on October 16th, we celebrate World Food Day, marking the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organiza

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 13 Oct 2025

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction

A safer world begins with the choices we make today. Every year on October 13, the world comes together to mark the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction. This day reminds us that while disasters cannot always be

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 10 Oct 2025

Mental Health Day

Every year on October 10th, people around the world come together to observe World Mental Health Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging open conversations about mental well-being. The theme for 2025, “

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 6 Oct 2025

Hats Off to Our Heroes: Celebrating Teachers’ Day

Every year, World Teachers’ Day serves as a global reminder of the vital role teachers play in shaping the minds and futures of individuals and societies. Every day, our teachers step into the classroom ready to tackle t

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 2 Oct 2025

International Day of Non-Violence

Every year on October 2nd, the world observes the International Day of Non-Violence. The day was established by the United Nations in 2007, following a resolution passed by the General Assembly. The date was chosen to ho

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 1 Oct 2025

International Day of Older Persons

Every year on October 1st, the world comes together to observe the International Day of Older Persons. The day was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 1990, with the aim of appreciating the contributions o

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 1 Oct 2025

World Children’s Day: A Promise for the Future

Every year, the 1st of October is observed as World Children’s Day in many parts of the world to celebrate childhood and promote the welfare of children. This special day reminds us that children are the foundation of ou

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 30 Sept 2025

International Translation Day

Building Bridges Through Words Have you ever opened a book and wished you could understand the story, only to realize it was written in a language you don’t know? Or imagined world leaders sitting together to solve globa

By Vimanshani Nanayakkara · 27 Sept 2025

World Tourism Day: A Journey Towards Unity and Sustainability

“Tourism is not just about the places we visit, but the lives we touch along the way.” Every year on 27th September, people around the world come together to celebrate World Tourism Day. It is more than a date on the cal