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World Psoriasis Day is observed on 29 October every year to raise awareness about psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.

International Internet Day is observed on 29 October every year. The day commemorates the first message transmitted over ARPANET on 29 October 1969, an important milestone in the development of the modern internet.

United Nations Day is observed every year on 24 October to mark the anniversary of the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945.

World Polio Day is observed every year on 24 October to raise awareness about polio prevention and highlight global efforts to eradicate the disease.

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 23 October as the International Day of the Snow Leopard in 2024 through Resolution A/RES/79/143.

World Food Day is observed annually on 16 October to raise awareness about global hunger, malnutrition, food insecurity and the importance of sustainable agriculture.

World Students’ Day is observed on 15 October, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India.

International Day of Rural Women on 15 October 2026, UN Women has issued a statement highlighting rural women’s contributions to agriculture, livelihoods and environmental protection.

World Standards Day is observed every year on 14 October to recognise the importance of international standards in ensuring quality, safety, efficiency and global cooperation.

World Arthritis Day is observed every year on 12 October to raise awareness about arthritis and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs).