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• Labor Day is observed on May 1.
• Labour Day began on 1 May 1886.
• Theme 2024: Ensuring safety and health at work in a changing climate.

Last verified on 19-03-2026

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• 22 December night is the longest night of the year.
• 21 June day  the longest day of the year.

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World Sparrow Day is a day designated to raise awareness of the house sparrow and then other common birds to urban environments, and of threats to their populations, observed on 20 March.

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• Nowruz (Navroz) is the Persian New Year festival celebrated in Iran, Central Asia, and some other regions.
• It usually falls on 21 March each year.
• It marks the arrival of spring and the spring equinox.

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• Main countries celebrating: Iran, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan
• The festival has been celebrated for over 3,000 years.
• Nowruz was recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2009.
• The United Nations declared 21 March as International Nowruz Day in 2010.

Last verified on 14-03-2026

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International Women’s Day is observed on 8 March every year to celebrate women’s achievements.

It began in the early 20th century, with the first official observance in 1911.

Theme for 2026 is Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls

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International Women’s Day is observed on 8 March every year to celebrate women’s achievements.

It began in the early 20th century, with the first official observance in 1911.

Theme for 2026 is Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls

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World Music Therapy Day is observed annually on 1 March to raise awareness about the therapeutic use of music to improve health and well-being.

This day highlights the role of music therapy in supporting physical, emotional, cognitive, and social health for people of all ages.

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World Seagrass Day is observed annually on 1 March to raise awareness about the critical role seagrass ecosystems play in maintaining healthy oceans and supporting biodiversity.

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International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation is observed on March 5.

With the aim to promote global awareness about the importance of reducing and eventually eliminating nuclear weapons.

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