♦ World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated annually on November 10, worldwide to highlight the importance of science in our day-to-day lives.

♦ Established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2001, this day highlights the importance of connecting science with society, promoting public engagement, and making scientific knowledge accessible to all.

♦ 2025 theme: 'Trust, Transformation, and Tomorrow: The Science We Need for 2050'