Important Days and Dates in October 2024- List of National, International and Special Important Dates in October

October is the 10th month of the calendar year and the last month of the financial year. Whether it’s SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, or RRB JE, RRB NTPC exams important days & dates of the year are some of the most important topics asked in the SSC & Railway exams. In static GK,  usually, 1 or 2 questions can be asked from the Important National and International days. We are providing you with a list of all important days and dates of the year 2024 that can be asked in the exam.

List of National, International and Special Important Dates in October

Important Days and Dates in October 2024

1st October 2024> International Day of the Older Persons, International Coffee Day, World Vegetarian Day

International Day of Older Person is observed on 1 October every year. The theme of International Day of Older Person 2021 is “Digital Equity for All Ages.” It was passed by UN General Assembly on 14 December 1990 and designated 1 October as International Day of Old Persons. The purpose to celebrate this day is to raise awareness about the problems faced by older persons.

International Coffee Day: International Coffee Day is celebrated on 1 October every year to recognise millions of people across the world from farmers, roasters, baristas, and coffee shop owners, etc. who do hard work to create and serve the beverage in the consumable form.

World Vegetarian Day: World Vegetarian Day is observed on 1 October annually. It was founded in 1977 by the North American Vegetarian Society (NAVS) and in 1978 was endorsed by the International Vegetarian Union.

2nd October 2024: Gandhi Jayanti, International Day of Non-Violence

The International Day of Non- Violence is celebrated every year globally on 2 October. International Day of Older Person is celebrated to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, father of India and the leader of the Indian Independence movement.

3rd October 2024 – German Unity Day

German Unity Day is the National Day in Germany, celebrated on 3 October as a public holiday. It commemorates German reunification in 1990 when the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic were unified, so that for the first time since 1945 there existed a single German state.

4th -October 2024: World Animal Welfare Day, World Habitat Day

Why&When:Building the celebration of World Animal Day mobilises people for action now for a better future for animals.

Why&When-World Habitat Day: Observed on the first Monday of October of every year to show the state of our towns and cities and the fundamental right of all to a fair shelter.

5th October 2024>> World Teacher’s day –

World Teacher’s day celebrated internationally on 5 October every year. UNESCO proclaimed 5 October as World Teacher’s day in 1994. This day is celebrated to appreciate the work of teachers globally.

6th October 2024>> German-American Day

German-American Day German-American Day is a holiday in the United States, observed annually on October 6 under Pub.L. 100–104, 101 Stat. 721. It celebrates German-American heritage and commemorates the founding of Germantown, Pennsylvania in 1683

7th October 2024>> World Cotton Day

World Cotton Day, an idea that started thanks to the “Cotton Four” The initiative of World Cotton Day was born in 2019, when four cotton producers in sub-Saharan Africa– Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad and Mali, known as the Cotton Four -proposed the World Trade Organization a World Cotton Day celebration on October 7

8th October 2024>>Air Force Day, World Egg Day

World Egg Day: Purpose of Celebrating World Egg Day: Malnutrition is a global problem and the consumption of eggs could prove to be a solution to the issue. World Egg Day is celebrated to make people aware of the nutrients present in eggs and inform them about the benefits of its consumption

Air Force Day: Several nations with an armed forces observe an Air Force Day or Day of the Air Force as a military holiday to recognize their country’s air force. These holidays often hold the same status as any military’s Armed Forces Day

9th October 2024>>World Postal Day , Indian Foreign Service Day

World Postal Day: World Post Day is an international day that occurs each year on October 9, the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union, which started in 1874 in Switzerland. The UPU was the start of the global communications revolution, introducing the ability to write letter to others all over the world

Indian Foreign Service Day: Generally he/she has to work extra hours beyond the office hours (i.e. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. five days a week) and over the weekends to clear the extra workload. At the Headquarters one gets a decent accommodation provided by the Government in premium locations in New Delhi (Chanakyapuri, K.G. Marg, Gole Market etc.)

10th October 2024>>National Postal Day, World Mental Health Day, World Day Against the Death Penalty

National Postal Day: NATIONAL POSTAL WORKER DAY 2022: National Postal Worker Day is observed on July 1. The day celebrates the efforts of people working in the postal service department. In the past decades, it had been observed that communication was hugely dependent on postal workers.

World Mental Health Day: World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. It was first celebrated in 1992 at the initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health, a global mental health organization with members and contacts in more than 150 countries.

World Day Against the Death Penalty: World Day Against the Death Penalty is a day to advocate for the abolition of the death penalty and to raise awareness of the conditions and the circumstances which affect prisoners with death sentences. The day was first organised by the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty in 2003.

11th October 2024>> International Day of the Girl Child

International Day of the Girl Child is an international observance day declared by the United Nations; it is also called the Day of Girls and the International Day of the Girl. October 11, 2012, was the first Day of the Girl Child.

12th -October 2024>> World Arthritis Day

The day is designed to raise global awareness about the plurality of Arthritis. Doctors and well-wishers try to raise awareness through activities and awareness campaigns. Discussions are held regarding the symptoms connected to arthritis and the importance of early diagnosis

13th October 2024>> International Day for Disaster Reduction

The International Day for Disaster Reduction is an international day that encourages every citizen and government to take part in building more disaster-resilient communities and nations.

14th -October 2024>> World Standards Day, International E-Waste Day, World Sight Day

World Standards Day is an international day celebrated internationally each year on 14 October. The day honours the efforts of the thousands of experts who develop voluntary standards within standards ..

International E-Waste Day: In 2021, human beings will discard an estimated 57.4 million tonnes (approximately 63.3 million U.S. tons) of electronic waste. That waste will outweigh the Great Wall of China, the world’s heaviest human

World Sight Day, observed annually on the second Thursday of October, is a global event meant to draw attention on blindness and vision impairment. It was originally initiated by the SightFirstCampaign of Lions Club International Foundation in 2000

15th October 2024>> World Students’ Day, International Day of Rural Women, Global Handwashing Day, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day , World White Cane Day

World Students’ Day: Many people including politicians and officials in India have been spreading that the UN has declared the birthday of former Indian President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam as World Students’ Day

International. International Day of Rural Women is on October 15. This day is dedicated to the millions of women living in remote, rural places and celebrates the achievements and contributions of these women towards rural development and agriculture.

Global Handwashing Day is an international handwashing promotion campaign to motivate and mobilize people around the world to improve their handwashing habits. Washing hands at critical points during the day and washing with soap are both important. Global Handwashing Day occurs on 15 October of each year.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day is an annual day of remembrance observed on October 15 for pregnancy loss and infant death, which includes miscarriage, stillbirth, SIDS, ectopic pregnancy, termination for medical reasons, and the death of a newborn

White Cane Safety Day is a national observance in the United States, celebrated on October 15 of each year since 1964. The date is set aside to celebrate the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired and the important symbol of blindness and tool of independence, the white cane.

16th -October 2024>> World Anaesthesia Day, Boss Day, World Spine Day, World Food Day

World Anesthesia Day or World Anaesthesia Day, also known in some countries as National Anaesthesia Day or Ether Day, is an annual event celebrated around the world on 16 October to commemorate the first successful demonstration of diethyl ether anesthesia on 16 October 1846
Boss’s Day is generally observed on or around October 16th in the United States. It has been pitched as a day for employees to thank their bosses for being kind and fair throughout the year,

World Spine Day celebrates spine health annually on October 16th. The day also increase s awareness for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

World Food Day is an international day celebrated every year worldwide on 16 October to commemorate the date of the founding of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945

17th October 2024>> International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is an international observance celebrated each year on October 17 throughout the world

20th October 2024>> World Osteoporosis Day, World Statistics Day, International Chef’s Day

World Osteoporosis Day is observed annually on 20 October, and launches a year-long campaign dedicated to raising global awareness of the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease

World Statistics Day is an international day to celebrate statistics. Created by the United Nations Statistical Commission, it was first celebrated on 20 October 2010. The day is celebrated every five years.

International Chef’s Day: This day is focused on educating kids around the world about the importance of eating healthy, promote the career of chefs and help change their local communities. Each year, WorldChefs and their partners create different themes to help broadcast their mission.

21st October 2024>> National Police Commemoration Day

Police Commemoration Day is observed on 21st October, every year. The day commemorates the sacrifices of ten CRPF personnel who lost their lives while defending our border with China On October 21, 1959

22nd October 2024>> International Stuttering Awareness Day

International Stuttering Awareness Day provides hope to people who stutter by showing them they’re not alone and by providing them with resources to improve their speech. It connects individuals with research and speech pathologists

23rd October 2024 >> International Snow Leopard Day

The day commemorates the anniversary of the Bishkek Declaration and to celebrate this endangered cat and raise awareness for its conservation and protection. It was on October 23, 2013, when political leaders from 12 countries came together to endorse the ‘Bishkek Declaration on the conservation of snow leopards

24th -October 2024>> World Polio Day, United Nations Day, World Development Information Day, International Day of Diplomats

World Polio Day: World Polio Day is celebrated annually on October 24, to raise awareness for polio vaccination and eradication of polio. The Day was established by Rotary International to commemorate the birth of Jonas Salk, who led the first team to develop a vaccine against poliomyelitis

United Nations Day: United Nations Day is an annual commemorative day, reflecting the official creation of the United Nations on 24 October 1945

World Development Information DayIn 1972, the United Nations General Assembly decided to institute a World Development Information Day coinciding with United Nations Day on October 24

International Day of Diplomats: Abdulla Shahid, President of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly. It is a great privilege to have presided and witnessed the adoption of the resolution on the “International Day of Women in Diplomacy”, henceforth to be celebrated on 24 June every year

27th October 2024>> International Animation Day

October 28, the International Animation Day was an international observance proclaimed in 2002 by the ASIFA as the main global event to celebrate the art of animation. This day commemorates the first public performance of Charles-Émile Reynaud’s Théâtre Optique at the Grevin Museum in Paris, 1892.

28th October 2024>> International Internet Day

Internet Day is an event celebrated in Mexico, Peru, Chile, Paraguay, Argentina, Spain, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Bolivia, Venezuela, and other parts of the world on May 17, promoted by the Association of Internet Users. It was celebrated for the first time on October 29, 2005

29th October 2024>> World Psoriasis Day, International Internet Day

World Psoriasis Day: Organized by the International Federation of Psoriatic Disease Associations (IFPA), World Psoriasis Day has been celebrated on October 29th for more than a decade. Today, World Psoriasis Day is observed in over 50 countries.

International Internet Day: Internet Day is an event celebrated in Mexico, Peru, Chile, Paraguay, Argentina, Spain, Colombia, Uruguay, Ecuador, Bolivia, Venezuela, and other parts of the world on May 17, promoted by the Association of Internet Users. It was celebrated for the first time on October 29, 2005.

30th October 2024> World Thrift Day –

World Thrift Day is celebrated every year on 30 October in India and 31st October across the world. The day aims to promote savings and financial security of nation and individual.

31st October 2024> Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day is observed on 31 October every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhai Patel. He had played an important role in unifying the country.

FAQ Special Days and Dates in October 2024

Ques: Why is German-American Day celebrated?
Ans: On German-American Day, we celebrate the German-Americans who continue to enhance our Nation with their talents, skills, knowledge, and rich cultural heritage. The contributions of German-Americans are woven into the fabric of America, touching our lives every day.

Ques: Why International day of older Person is celebrated?
Ans: International Day of Older Persons | United Nations. The UN is marking IDOP by encouraging countries to draw attention to and challenge negative stereotypes and misconceptions about older persons and ageing, and to enable older persons to realize their potential.

Ques: Who started International Day of Non-Violence?
Ans: The General Assembly, in a resolution adopted on 5 June 2007, established the commemoration, the International Day as an occasion to disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness.

Ques: Why is World animal welfare day celebrated?
Ans: According to the website of World Animal Day, the main aim is to raise the status of animals and help improve welfare standards across the globe. It is also about uniting the animal welfare movement and mobilising it into a global force to make the world a better place for all animals

Ques: Which day is World animal welfare day?
Ans: 4 October The Day is celebrated every year on 4 October internationally, on the feast day of Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, to educate humans about how their actions impact animals and create awareness about the protection of animals all over the world

Ques: Which day celebrate World Teachers Day?
Ans: 5 October UNESCO proclaimed 5 October to be World Teachers’ Day in 1994, celebrating the great step made for teachers on 5 October 1966, when a special intergovernmental conference convened by UNESCO in Paris adopted the UNESCO/ILO Recommendation concerning the Status of Teachers, in cooperation with the ILO