Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World Crocodile Day is celebrated every year on 17 June to raise awareness about the protection and conservation of crocodiles and similar reptiles like alligators. India started its Crocodile Conservation Programme in 1975, and 2025 marks 50 years of this successful effort. India is home to three main crocodile species — the gharial, the saltwater crocodile (salties), and the mugger. Recently, the New Gharial Project was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to boost conservation efforts.

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Sustainable Gastronomy Day is observed every year on June 18 to promote eco-friendly food practices. It aims to raise awareness about sustainable gastronomy’s role in food security, nutrition, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development. The day highlights responsible food habits from harvesting to preparation and consumption. Sustainable gastronomy supports agricultural development and sustainable food production. The first official observance was held on June 18, 2017.

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World Autistic Pride Day is celebrated every year on 18 June to honour the identity and pride of autistic people. It is observed by autistic individuals and their supporters to highlight the importance of acceptance and inclusion in society. The day aims to create positive change by promoting understanding and appreciation of neurodiversity. In 2025, the theme is “Unapologetically Autistic”, encouraging autistic people to embrace their true selves without pressure to hide their traits.

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Recently, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) reported that global drug users reached 292 million by 2022, showing a 20% rise over the past decade. On June 26, 2025, the world observed International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, also known as World Drug Day. This day, first declared by the United Nations General Assembly on December 7, 1987, promotes global action for a drug-free world. The 2025 theme, “Break the Cycle. #StopOrganizedCrime,” highlights the need to stop organized crime linked to drug trafficking.

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The United Nations has declared 2025 as the International Year of Cooperatives. The world celebrated International Day of Cooperatives on 5th July 2025. The theme for International Cooperatives Day 2025 is “Cooperatives Build a Better World.” This theme shows how cooperatives solve global problems through inclusive decisions and grassroots action. Cooperatives help achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.

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On July 7, 2025, India celebrated World Bioproduct Day – The BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Way to promote sustainable bio-innovations. Union Minister of Science & Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh urged for wider public awareness and inclusive participation in India’s biotechnology efforts. The government aims to build a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030, recognizing every Indian as a stakeholder. World Bioproduct Day is observed annually on July 7 to highlight eco-friendly innovations and climate action.

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World Day for International Justice is observed every year on July 17th. The day promotes global awareness and support for international justice. It highlights the work of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and other criminal tribunals. The focus is on justice for genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. It reminds the world that no one is above the law. The day emphasizes that every individual must have access to justice.

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On 15th July 2025, Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh inaugurated the 16th India Trend Fair 2025 in Tokyo, Japan, during his official visit. The fair is a major platform for Indian textile exporters to connect with Japanese buyers. The fair aims to deepen India–Japan bilateral textile trade. The Minister invited all Japanese companies to support Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability goals in India.

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Bihar hosted the first-ever Indian Open Athletics Meet 2025 at Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna. This is the first time Bihar has hosted such a major national athletics event. The meet was organized by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) in collaboration with the Bihar State Sports Authority. More than 400 athletes from across India participated in the one-day event.

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Recently, India won 3 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze medal at the 66th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2025 held in Sunshine Coast, Australia. Gold medalists include Kanav Talwar, Arav Gupta (both from Delhi), and Aditya Mangudi (from Maharashtra). Abel George Mathew (Karnataka) and Adish Jain (Delhi) won silver medals. Archit Manas from Delhi secured the bronze medal. India ranked 7th globally in 2025, scoring a record 193 out of 252 points, its highest ever score.