Tag: International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2023 – October 17

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Important Days International Day for the Eradication of Poverty 2023 – October 17 The day is observed to raise awareness about the people who are struggling and living in poverty. It is also known as End Poverty Day Theme 2023 : Ending poverty and ensuring dignity for all Note According to Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) 2023, India lifted 415 million people out of poverty in 15 years (2005 – 06 to 2019 - 21) Sports and Games 2028 Los Angeles Olympics adds 5 sports Five Sports have been officially included as additional sports on the programme for the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 (LA28). The decision has been taken by the 141st Session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The five sports include Baseball/softball Cricket (T20) Flag football Lacrosse (sixes) Squash About Olympics 2028 Host - Los Angeles, United States. Motto - Together we create the future About International Olympic Committee Formation - 23 June 1894. Headquarters - Lausanne, Switzerland President - Thomas Bach Director General - Christophe De Kepper