' A news "International Dance Day: Dance promotes reciprocal knowledge and respect of diversity, says UNESCO." earlier published in merinews.com is being reproduced since the portal is now closed. The news story goes as follows. International Dance Day (IDD) - established in 1982 and promoted by the International Dance Council, World Dance Alliance, International Theatre Institute and Conseil International de la Danse (CID) at UNESCO - is being celebrated in many countries o

International Dance Day 2026 will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. This event was created in 1982 by the International Theatre Institute (ITI) to honor the birth of Jean-Georges Noverre, the founder of modern ballet. The day seeks to promote dance as a universal language that goes beyond political and cultural boundaries. This year, the main event will take place in Manila, Philippines, featuring artistic exchanges and performances organized by the ITI of the natio

According to some educators, the real meaning of Inclusion is understood by honoring and growing from our shared struggle with our diverse gifts, differences, and weaknesses. According to a team of four educators, John O'Brien, Marsha Forest, Jack Pearpoint, Shafik Asante & Judith Snow, there are some delusions which are common, but mostly unconscious among advocates for Inclusion. Here, delusion means "a mistaken idea or belief". Here is the summary of an article by John

Inclusive education has become a catch phrase with the launching of the universal elementary schemes in India in the form of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan. But, most of inclusive education interventions have got aborted because of the fear of change at every level. According to the educators, Jack Pearpoint & Marsha Forest, Inclusion means change!! We believe both inclusion and change are inevitable. Whether we choose to grow with and from these changes is a choice. Here is the su

Abstract The write-up argues that the gender bias and lesser of number of females joining physics course are due to masculine image of physics built by the media, methods of teaching physics and attitudes of physics teachers. It seems that collaborative and co-operative instructional strategies can make physics teaching gender inclusive. Introduction: Many physics educators (Kelly, 1976 and Macooby, 1970) say that women's position in physics is a d

Introduction Well known educators and their works are the important sources of information and observations which can work as data to distil knowledge for application. A.S.Neill, a famous British educator and innovator has written two important book titled 'The Problem Child' and 'The Problem Parent' from which a lot of researchers and practicing teachers have drawn inspiration from the work of A.S. Neill, some thought-provoking observations have been taken to find implicati

NOTE According an an AI Overview on'Personal exploration research,' self-exploration research method is 'a process of delving into one's own thoughts, feelings, values, beliefs, motivations and identity to gain a deeper understanding of oneself.' "It involves introspection, self-reflection, and potentially seeking guidance from others or resources to explore various aspects of the self," adds the overview The research of personal exploration involves introspection and self-r

International Workers' Memorial Day 2026 will be commemorated on Tuesday, April 28, highlighting the importance of psychosocial risks and promoting healthy work environments. This year's theme emphasizes mental health by tackling issues such as stress, heavy workloads, and psychological harm in the workplace, encapsulated in the slogan: "Remember the dead – Fight for the living". Individuals engaged on social media can utilize hashtags like #IWMD26 or #DayOfMourning to share

International Design Day, April 27, coordinated by International Council of Design (ICod), celebrates creativity, innovation, and visual culture. The observance focuses on how design art changes our world and visual communication style. This year the focua is on use of design art creating and human-centric solutions. Design art bridges the divide between aesthetics and functionality. In contrast to fine art, which conveys an artist's personal vision, design art addresses spe

Coordinated by the WHO, the World Malaria Day observed on April 25 since 2007, is an occasion to highlight the need for continued investment and sustained political commitment for malaria prevention and control agreed by the member states. However, the over use of drugs and forced vaccine for malaria have made both the insects and humans drug resistance and dangerous mutative side effects. Health industry as a greedy and profit making industry is experimenting on human body i

For the 25th Annual Hawaii International Conference on Education-2027, one of the largest conferences in the US, the paper submissions have been sought. The conference will be held from January 7th (Thursday) to January 10th (Sunday), 2027 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Resort, in Honolulu, Hawaii. The 2027 Hawaii International Conference on Education will once again be the gathering place for academicians and professionals from Education and related fields from all

International Hospitality Day is celebrated every year on April 24 since 2017, and it's a time to recognize the hard work of professionals, leaders, and workers in the global hospitality industry. This day was started by the International Hospitality Council (IHC) and Dr. Suborno Bose to celebrate excellence in the field, promote education, and spread positivity among guests and staff. It reminds us of how important the industry is in building connections and welcoming people

The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is celebrated every year on April 24 to reaffirm the principles of the UN Charter, which promotes resolving international conflicts through peaceful and collective efforts since 2019. The aim of this observance is to encourage and maintain the values of multilateralism, international cooperation, and diplomacy. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized that the Charter serves as the "moral com

World Book Day is a special day celebrated on April 23rd every year globally to honor the joy of reading. It encourages children everywhere to explore new worlds, meet exciting characters, and develop a love for books. Whether it's fairy tales or adventures, reading sparks imagination, boosts creativity, and improves knowledge. Pick up a book and read or create an art piece or write a poem. Make it art-integrated learning event in the classroom. Poem on Book for Kids to be le

A Short Note on World Book Day The UN-established 'World Book Day' (WBD) is organized and celebrated every year on April 23 by UNESCO. This global event, WBD, aims to promote reading, publishing, and awareness of copyright, while also encouraging a love for literature and literacy around the world. The purpose of this observance is to honor the influence of books as a connection between different generations and cultures, promoting reading for enjoyment. April 23 is also th

Dr Lalit Kishore, Jaipur based educator and researcher finds that Hindi poems sung with padded English words can develop initial vocabulary to make a transition to the textbook of English for grade one students of Hindi medium rural schools. Padding in language has been viewed as cushioning of extra or different material in a poem, a speech or a book in the study. The paper of Kishore (2008) was accepted for international TESOL conference in Australia organized by Australian

Here is the abstract of the paper on transition from home language to English as the school language which was communicated for a conference in 2024, Title: Transition from Home Language To School Language: Case of Accommodation and Inclusion of Rural and Tribal Students through Micro Transitional Project Author: Dr Lalit Kishore Absract: A thirty-hour transitional micro-project for transition from home language (Dundari) to school language (Standard Hindi) of rural and tr

The United Nations designated April 23 as English Language Day, an annual celebration that commemorates both the birth and death of William Shakespeare. Initiated in 2010, this observance aims to foster multilingualism while honouring the history, culture, and evolution of the English language, emphasizing its significance as a global lingua franca. This observance seeks to enhance awareness regarding the cultural influence of English and its impact on literature, education,

Vladimir Lenin Birth Anniversary, April 22: A Poem on Marxism-Leninism From ancient texts, a fire burned, Of rich and poor, a world overturned. But Russian soil, a different ground, Required new thought, a path profound. The workers rise, a mighty hand, To seize the reins across the land. A party strong, a guiding star, To lead the fight, however far. No half-measure, no soft plea, But revolution, fierce and free! This is the will, the burning aim, To forge a new world, i

The three fundamental principles of Advaita Vedanta, which is non-dualism, as explained by Adi Shankaracharya, are often captured in the well-known phrase: "Brahma satyam jagat mithyā, jīvo brahmaiva nāparah". The first principle states ' Brahman Satyam', meaning 'Brahman is the Only Reality' - the ultimate, unchanging, absolute reality. It represents pure consciousness, infinite, and without attributes or ' nirguna '. The second principle of Advaita is 'Jagat Mithyā ', whic