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Important Days Current Affairs 2026–27 covers national and international days, themes, observances, campaigns, and awareness events relevant for competitive examinations.

Yoga for Healthy Ageing Theme Announced for IDY 2026

The Ministry of Ayush has announced “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” as the theme for the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, which will be observed on 21...

June 9, 2026

International Yoga Day 2026 Event in Kolkata

India will host the main International Day of Yoga 2026 event in Kolkata, West Bengal, on 21 June 2026. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and...

May 29, 2026

International Day for Biological Diversity 2026

International Day for Biological Diversity is observed on 22 May every year under the Convention on Biological Diversity. The 2026 theme is “Acting locally for global impact”. Odisha’s...

May 22, 2026

Etor Gidi Festival Celebrated by Adi Community

Etor Gidi is an agro-based traditional festival of the Adi community in Arunachal Pradesh. It is celebrated at the beginning of the farming season (generally falls in Mid...

May 15, 2026

National Endangered Species Day 2026

National Endangered Species Day 2026 is being observed on 15 May 2026, which falls on the third Friday of May. The 2026 observance marks the 21st annual celebration...

May 15, 2026

National Technology Day Marks Pokhran-II Tests

National Technology Day is observed in India on 11 May every year. The day commemorates the Pokhran-II nuclear tests of 1998, which were conducted at the Pokhran Test...

May 11, 2026

David Attenborough Turns 100

Sir David Attenborough turned 100 on 8 May 2026. He is a British broadcaster, natural historian, and author known for wildlife programming and conservation advocacy. Centenary Observance BBC...

May 8, 2026

India Launches Fire Safety Week in Hospitals

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is observing a nationwide Fire Safety Week from 4 May to 10 May 2026 across healthcare facilities in India. The...

May 4, 2026

April 14 Unites Ambedkar Jayanti and Baisakhi in Anti-Caste Reflection

April 14, 2026, marks both Ambedkar Jayanti and the Sikh festival of Baisakhi, bringing renewed focus on the shared anti-caste ideals of B. R. Ambedkar and Guru Nanak....

April 14, 2026

National Maritime Day Highlights India’s Shipping Legacy

India observes National Maritime Day annually on April 5 to commemorate its rich maritime heritage and underline the critical role of the shipping sector in economic growth and...

April 6, 2026

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