Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World Psoriasis Day (WPD) is observed every year on October 29 to raise awareness about psoriatic disease and advocate for the rights of affected individuals. It is supported by local, national, and international organisations through campaigns promoting early diagnosis, effective treatment, and patient support. Psoriasis is a chronic immune-mediated skin disorder causing red, scaly plaques on the skin and significantly impacts mental health and quality of life. The 2025 theme is “Psoriatic Disease and Comorbidities – Understanding the Domino Effect,” highlighting the link between psoriasis and other physical and mental health conditions.

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The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI) is observed by the United Nations (UN) on 2 November each year. The day aims to raise global awareness about the dangers of impunity for attacks on journalists and promote media freedom and journalist safety. The 2025 theme is “Chat GBV: Raising Awareness on AI-facilitated Gender-Based Violence against Women Journalists.” The focus is on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV), including Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven deepfakes, gendered disinformation, and online harassment targeting women journalists.

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World Jellyfish Day 2025 is celebrated annually on November 3rd to raise awareness about the importance of jellyfish in marine ecosystems. The day promotes understanding of their vital role, the threats they face, and their connection to ocean health and biodiversity. Jellyfish are a crucial part of the food web, serving as both predators and prey. Massive blooms can also serve as a warning sign for the health of the ocean due to warming waters and pollution.

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12th November is observed as World Pneumonia Day to raise awareness about this deadly but preventable disease. Pneumonia is the world’s leading infectious killer, taking more lives of children under five than any other infection. It also poses a major risk to older people and those with chronic illnesses, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Prevention includes vaccines for Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), pneumococcus, measles, and pertussis.

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The 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 recently began at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi with the theme ‘Ek Bharat–Shreshtha Bharat’. Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Bihar are partner states, while Jharkhand is the focus state. Around 30 states, 60 ministries, and 12 countries, including UAE, China, Iran, South Korea, and Egypt, participated. The fair promotes major domestic and international trade linkages.

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India celebrates National Press Day every year on 16 November, and this year it was observed on 16 November 2025. The day highlights the role of a free and responsible press, often called the fourth pillar of democracy. It marks the establishment of the Press Council of India (PCI) in 1966 under the Indian Press Council Act, 1965. The Act was repealed in 1975 and the PCI was reconstituted in 1979 under a new law. The First Press Commission in 1956 first proposed such a body to protect press freedom. India’s media landscape has expanded from 60,143 publications in 2004–05 to 1.54 lakh in 2024–25. The day is commemorated with National Awards for Excellence in Journalism and the release of a Souvenir.

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The National One Health Mission Assembly 2025 was held at the Bharat Mandapam Convention Hall, New Delhi, bringing national leadership together for pandemic preparedness. The theme was “Translating Knowledge to Practice – One Earth, One Health, One Future,” reflecting India’s commitment to holistic and integrated health security. The National One Health Mission (NOHM) integrates 16 ministries and departments connecting human, animal, plant and environmental health for pandemic preparedness. The Assembly served as a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing and cross-sector partnerships to build a future-ready One Health ecosystem.

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The 10th Session of APDIM (Asian and Pacific Centre for Development of Disaster Information Management) on Inclusive Disaster Risk Data Governance was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The Indian delegation was led by Nityanand Rai, Minister of State for Home Affairs and Disaster Management, along with Rajendra Singh and Manish Bharadwaj from NDMA (National Disaster Management Authority). India reaffirmed cooperation with APDIM, UN ESCAP (United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific) and partners in line with PM Modi’s 10-Point Agenda for Disaster Risk Reduction, stressing local investments, technology, research networks, strong risk data, and regional collaboration

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World AIDS Day is observed globally on December 1 every year to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, remember those who died, and support people living with the disease. It was first marked in 1988 by the World Health Organization (WHO). The 2025 theme is “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response,” focusing on making HIV services resilient, equitable, and community-led. The theme addresses disruptions caused by pandemics, conflicts, and inequalities that limit access to care. In India, the day is observed through awareness campaigns, community outreach, and government initiatives led by the National AIDS Control Organization (NACO) under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.

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The 26th Hornbill Festival has been inaugurated at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, Kohima, Nagaland. The festival coincides with Nagaland’s Statehood Day and will run for ten days. It brings together all major Naga tribes to celebrate tradition, folklore, music, craft, and cuisine. United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Austria, Malta, Switzerland joined as country partners, and Arunachal Pradesh as state partner. The festival has evolved from a tourism initiative into a global cultural platform attracting visitors and performers from India and abroad.