World Radio Day Image Source : filipegonalves Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – February 2024 World Radio Day, celebrated annually on 13 February, pays homage to the remarkable medium that has been an integral part of human communication for over a century. The history of radio dates back to the late 19th century, with inventors like Guglielmo Marconi and Nikola Tesla laying the groundwork for wireless transmission. However, it was on  December 12, 1901, that Marconi successfully transmitted the first transatlantic radio signal, marking a pivotal moment in history. Radio has played a vital role in connecting people across borders and cultures. It served as a lifeline during times of crisis, providing crucial information and fostering a sense of unity. The significance of radio lies in its ability to reach diverse audiences, transcending geographical and socio-economic boundaries. It has been a source of news, entertainment, and education, shaping public ...

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World Radio Day: 13 February By Dr. Himaya S.W.A. Source:Brisbane 4EB Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – february2022 Radio plays a critical role at global level and form the most widely consumed medium forming democratic channels to communicate information, transmission and revitalisation of languages and celebrate humanity. World Radio Day is dedicated to celebrate and mark the importance of radio to the global community. World Radio Day was proclaimed in 2011 by the Member States of UNESCO and adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 as an International Day. Since then communities around the world celebrate world radio day on February 13th. This day was selected as the World Radio Day as it corresponds to the date of creation of the United Nations Radio on 13 February 1946. According to leading global reports radio continues to be the most trusted and accessible media in the world. Therefore, this ...

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Radio Ceylon: King of the Airwaves in the Mid-Twentieth Century Source:Thuppahis Gaston de Rosayro, in Daily News, 13 February 2017 where the title reads “When Radio Ceylon was King of the airwaves!” World Radio Day was first celebrated in 2012, following its declaration by the UNESCO General Conference. It was subsequently adopted as an International Day by the organisation. The theme for the 2017 edition of the event is ‘Radio is You!’, a call for greater participation of audiences and communities in the policy and planning of radio broadcasting. In reality, Sri Lanka should be at the forefront of the festivities and has every right to hold such an exalted position. Few may be aware that this nation was a pioneer among broadcasting nations and was the first among South East Asia. In actual fact, the history of Radio Ceylon dates back to year 1925, when its first precursor, Colombo Radio, was launched on December 16, 1925. Certain historians ...

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