Christmas 2020
Christmas is considered by Christians as the birth of the Prince of Peace! The world stands in need of peace. Peace in hearts and homes, in communities and nations. Covid…
December 10 World Human Rights Day
“Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home — so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any maps of the…
2 December – International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
Modern day slavery comes in many forms, through demagogues, authoritarian regimes, depraved politicians and even through a tea vendor. When political demagogues hold the nation to ransom at their whims…
Nov. 20 World Children’s Day
World Children’s Day was established in1954. It is celebrated on 20 November. Aim: Promote: International togetherness Awareness among children Improvement of children’s welfare 1959: The Declaration of the Rights of…
Nov. 16 – International Day of Tolerance
P. A. Chacko The world stands in need of nations that practice tolerance and fellowship and not those that merely utter inanities for public consumption. Tolerance, yes! But go Beyond…
Nov. 14 Children’s Day (India)
Children’s Day is celebrated across India to increase awareness of their rights, care, education and overall development. It is celebrated on 14 November every year as a tribute to India’s…
Nov. 7 Infant Protection Day
Every child is a human being irrespective of colour, caste, creed, place of birth or religion. Infant Protection Day is celebrated on November 07 to spread awareness about the need…
Oct 24 U N Day
P A Chacko The United Nations came into existence on Oct 24, 1945. The scourge of two world wars had taught the world leaders the lesson that another war would…
World Food Day 2020
Food sources and food production in many countries are in good measure. Yet, a large section of the world’s population goes hungry. Export of food products to get foreign currency…
Oct. 11 – International Day of the Girl Child
P. A. Chacko In today’s Covid impacted world it is imperative to take stock of the condition of women and children as we celebrate the International Day of the Girl…