<span style="color: #222222;">World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is being observed today. The day is observed to raise awareness about the use of the internet as it can bridge the gap between society and economies and the digital divide. This day also highlights the importance of communication in our lives through various means of technology. The Coronavirus pandemic has indeed highlighted the critical role of information and communication technologies more than ever.&nbsp;</span><br />” <br />” <span style="color: #222222;">As the daily normal lives of people are hit by lockdowns and families are forced to stay at home, digital technology has become the only way to stay in touch with friends and family. World Telecommunication Day has been celebrated annually on 17th May since 1969. The theme of 2021 is Accelerating digital transformation in challenging times. From children's school education to adults' working from home and important activities like banking and even just staying in touch with family, the role played by telecommunication has become crucial.</span><br />” &nbsp;<br />