Explanation

World Patient Safety Day is observed annually on 17th of September 

This day was established by WHO in 2019.

This is observed with the aim to raise awareness & reduce risks of harm in healthcare

Theme 2024:  Improving diagnosis for patient safety

Theme 2025: Safe care for every newborn and child

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Explanation

World Patient Safety Day is observed annually on 17th of September 

This day was established by WHO in 2019.

This is observed with the aim to raise awareness & reduce risks of harm in healthcare

Theme 2024:  Improving diagnosis for patient safety

Theme 2025: Safe care for every newborn and child

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Explanation

About trilateral multi-domain exercise ‘Freedom Edge 2025’

Edition: Third

Participants: South Korea, the United States, and Japan

Starting date: September 15, 2025

Closing date: September 19, 2025 

Venue: Jeju Island, South Korea

The aim of this exercise is to boost trilateral defence cooperation against North Korea. 

Additional Information: 

It is the first such exercise under South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump.

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Explanation

About trilateral multi-domain exercise ‘Freedom Edge 2025’

Edition: Third

Participants: South Korea, the United States, and Japan

Starting date: September 15, 2025

Closing date: September 19, 2025 

Venue: Jeju Island, South Korea

The aim of this exercise is to boost trilateral defence cooperation against North Korea. 

Additional Information: 

It is the first such exercise under South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump.

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Explanation

Robert Redford was an American actor, director, and producer.

He received numerous accolades including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, five Golden Globe Awards including the 2016 Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Born: 1936

Died: September 16, 2025

Aged: 89

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Explanation

On 8 September 2025, Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned amid continuing anti-corruption & controversial ban on social media.  

Protests led by Nepal's Gen Z continued for a second day (9 Sep 2025) despite local administration in three districts of the Kathmandu Valley imposing a curfew from the morning. 

At least 20, most young, were killed and as many as 400 were reported injured during the protests. 

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Explanation

World First Aid Day is celebrated every year on the second Saturday of September. 

In 2025, it is celebrated on 13 September. 

This day is celebrated to promote the importance of first aid and create awareness globally about how it can save precious lives. 

This day was started by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

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Explanation

World Ozone Day also known as International Day for preservation of Ozone Layer is observed on 16 September 

Proclaimed by United Nations General Assembly (in 1994)

Theme 2024: Montreal Protocol: Advancing Climate Action

Theme 2025: From Science to Global Action

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Explanation

On 15 September 2025, Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha following last week’s deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital, Doha. 

It was co-sponsored by Pakistan.

Pakistan was represented by PM Shahbaz Sharif.

Additional Information: 

On September 9, 2025, Israel carried out an airstrike targeting a meeting of Hamas political figures in Doha, which led to the death of five Hamas members and a Qatari officer.

Explanation

On 15 September 2025, Arab and Muslim leaders called for a review of ties with Israel after emergency talks in Doha following last week’s deadly strike on Hamas members in the Qatari capital, Doha. 

The Arab League and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) joint session, which brought together nearly 60 countries, sought to take firm action after Israel’s attack on Qatar-hosted Hamas officials as they discussed a Gaza ceasefire proposal.

It was co-sponsored by Pakistan.

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