International Migrants Day Providing Respect, Dignity, Opportunity and Livelihood The International Migrants Day is observed every year on December 18 to discuss the challenges and difficulties that are faced by millions of migrants all over the world. The day also reflects Read More
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International Conference on One World, One Health in Chitkara University
Chandigarh, India (NewsVoir) In the framework of the project PREVENT IT: Risk Management and Prevention of Antibiotic Resistance, Chitkara University hosted a two day international conference ‘One World, One Health’ at the University Premises. More than 700 delegates from over 40 Read More
International Anti-Corruption Day- Know where India Stands on Corruption Index
Etymologically, the word corruption comes from Latin words- com, meaning “with, together,” and rumpere, meaning “to break.” So, the basic concept of the word Corruption can be comprehended as one who is indulged in the act of Corruption, breaking the trust Read More
International Civil Aviation Day, Theme 2022, Must Read Facts
The international aviation sector is looked after by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), which is a specialized UN agency. In 1994, the ICAO celebrated the International Civil Aviation Day for the first time on December 7 to mark the 50th Read More
Six Social Enterprises awarded funding at Singapore International Foundation’s Signature Programme
Singapore, December 5 (ANI/BusinessWire India): Six innovative regional businesses, which champion social change, received funding of up to S$20,000 each to help them scale up their businesses. The winners were selected after 15 teams – comprising 26 changemakers – gathered virtually today for Pitching for Change, the finale and closing event of the Singapore International… Continue reading Six Social Enterprises awarded funding at Singapore International Foundation’s Signature Programme
Six Social Enterprises Awarded Funding at Singapore International Foundation’s Signature Programme
These shortlisted teams included youths from China, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam.At the finale, they presented their business plans and ideas to a panel of judges, comprising industry experts and consultants from the impact investment and social service sectors.The teams showed the judges how they aimed to make a sustainable… Continue reading Six Social Enterprises Awarded Funding at Singapore International Foundation’s Signature Programme
International Day of Disabled Persons: These businesses welcome specially-abled people without bias
According to the 2011 Census, 2.7 crore people with a disability, be it physical or mental, are living in India. On the occasion of International Day of Disabled Persons on December 3, here is a look at a few companies welcoming specially-abled people without bias. Read More
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF ABOLITION OF SLAVERY 2022: Background, Facts, Timeline & More
Every year on December 2, the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is observed. On this Day in 1949, the United Nations General Assembly passed the Convention for the Suppression of Human Trafficking and the Exploitation. This Day is dedicated Read More
GATE 2023: IIT Kanpur Cancels Some International Test Centres, Check List
The GATE 2023 examination will not be held in centres including Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Male (Maldives), Dhaka (Bangladesh), Kathmandu (Nepal), Port Louis (Mauritius), Thimphu (Bhutan), and Singapore Read More
First-generation international students face unique challenges; bring unique perspectives
The entire nation celebrated First Generation Day on Nov. 8, honoring students who pursue a college degree despite having fewer resources to draw on compared to students with the benefit of their parent’s experience with the education system and guidance in life. The holiday was first created by the Council for Opportunity in Education in…… Continue reading First-generation international students face unique challenges; bring unique perspectives