Observed globally on 10 October every year Aim : to raise awareness about mental health issues and to promote efforts in support of mental well-being and suicide prevention. Organised By: World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH). Supported By: World Health Organization (WHO), International Association for Suicide Prevention, and United for Global Mental Health.Read More

Observed every year on the second Thursday of October Aim : to promote awareness about vision impairment, blindness, and the importance of accessible eye care. In 2025, it falls on 9 October. Theme 2025: “Love Your Eyes”Read More

Celebrated every year on 9 October Aim : To raise awareness about the role of postal services in connecting people, supporting businesses, and contributing to global social and economic development. Established By: Universal Postal Union (UPU) Year of Origin: 1874 Declared As World Post Day: 1969 (Tokyo Congress) Headquarters of UPU: Bern, Switzerland Theme 2025: “#PostForPeople: Local Service. Global Reach.”Read More

Current Context : The Union Cabinet has announced nationwide celebrations marking the 150th anniversary of India’s national song “Vande Mataram”, which continues to inspire patriotism and unity. ABOUT VANDE MATARAM Composer: Bankim Chandra Chatterjee First Published In: Anandamath (1882) Declared National Song: 24 January 1950 — equal status with the National Anthem “Jana Gana Mana”. First Recited: By Rabindranath Tagore in 1896 at the Indian National Congress Session. Theme: Tribute to Mother India, symbolizing courage, devotion, and unity.Read More

Celebrated across India on 8 October every year Aim : to commemorate the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 8 October 1932. The day honours the bravery, professionalism, and sacrifices of IAF personnel and their contribution to national security. Motto: “Nabha Sparsham Deeptam” (Touch the Sky with Glory) — taken from the Bhagavad Gita.Read More

Celebrated on 7 October 2025. Aim : To mark the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the revered sage and author of the epic Ramayana. ABOUT MAHARISHI VALMIKI Title: Revered as the Adi Kavi (First Poet) in Indian tradition. Early Life: Born as Ratnakar, who lived as a dacoit before a spiritual transformation inspired by Sage Narada. Transformation: Guided to meditate on the name of Lord Rama as penance. Deep meditation led to anthills forming around him — hence the name Valmiki (from “Valmika” meaning anthill). Major Work: Composed the Ramayana, consisting of around 24,000 verses across seven sections. The epic....Read More

Observed every year on 7 October Aim : To raise awareness about cotton’s importance in livelihood generation and global trade and to promote sustainable cotton production and fair trade.Read More

Observed on the first Monday of October every year. Purpose – To reflect on the state of towns and cities and the basic right to adequate shelter. It was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in December 1985 and was celebrated for the first time in 1986.  Read More

Celebrated on 5 October every year Purpose – To recognize the contributions of teachers and to improve the status of the teaching profession globally. Declared By – UNESCO and ILO First Observed – 1994Read More

Celebrated every year on 4 October. Aim : to raise awareness about animal rights and to promote global action for their welfare and better treatment.Read More