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WORLD INFORMATION
SOCIETY DAY |
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Date-wise Events |
- May 17: It is observed on
this day, every year.
- May 17, 1865:
International Telecommunication Union was founded on this
day
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Description |
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The day had previously been known as World Telecommunication
Day to commemorate the founding of the International
Telecommunication Union in 17 May 1865.
- It is observed to:
- raise awareness of how information and communication
can be beneficial for societies and economies.
- raise global awareness of societal changes
brought about by the Internet and new communication
technologies.
- help reduce the Digital divide.
- promote people’s awareness of the power of
information and communication to build societies in which
they can create, access, use and share information
and knowledge to achieve their full potential
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Every year, 1.3 million people die in traffic related
accidents and another 20-50 million people are injured
around the world.
As a result, Governments and individuals suffer hundreds
of billions of dollars in global economic loss.
Never be distracted by technology when
driving, whether calling from your mobile phone, or setting
the navigation system.
Sending a text message or tweeting while driving is
extremely dangerous and should be avoided
at all cost.
Young people account for more than half of road deaths.
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