President Droupadi Murmu conferred highest honour of Fiji

President Droupadi Murmu has been conferred with Fiji’s highest civilian honor, the Companion of the Order of Fiji, during her visit to the capital, Suva.

Award Significance:

The Companion of the Order of Fiji is the highest civilian award in Fiji, recognizing significant contributions to the nation and fostering strong international relations.

Ceremony:

The award was presented by Fiji’s President, Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere, at the State House in Suva.

National Javelin Day 2024

Date of Celebration:

National Javelin Day is celebrated annually on August 7th.

Significance:

This day commemorates Neeraj Chopra’s historic gold medal win in javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics on August 7, 2021.

It marks India’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in track and field.

Achievement:

Neeraj Chopra achieved a throw of 87.58 meters to win the gold medal.

Hiroshima Day 2024

Hiroshima Day is observed annually on August 6 to commemorate the tragic anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, by the United States during World War II in 1945.

Historical Context:

On August 6, 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb named “Little Boy” on Hiroshima, resulting in the immediate deaths of approximately 70,000 to 80,000 people.

National Handloom Day 2024

National Handloom Day 2024 will be celebrated on August 7.

This day honors India’s rich handloom heritage and the contributions of the 4.3 million weavers across the country.

History and Significance:

Inception: National Handloom Day was first celebrated on August 7, 2015, to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement, which began on the same date in 1905.