Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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Recently, the Union Minister of State for Science & Technology felicitated Indian student winners of the 18th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO-2025) held in Jining, China. Team India won 7 medals – 1 Gold, 4 Silver, 2 Bronze – and 3rd Prize in International Geoscience Youth Movement (I-GYM) Reporter category. IESO was established in 2003 by the International Geoscience Education Organization (IGEO). It is an annual competition for Class IX–XII students worldwide to promote earth science awareness through teamwork and idea exchange. India has participated since 2007 and hosted the 10th edition in Mysore in 2013.

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International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is observed every year on September 7th. The theme for 2025 is “Racing for Air, Every Breath Matters”. The day emphasizes accelerating solutions and collective action to ensure clean air for all. This year’s campaign links clean air with sport, performance, endurance, and equity, focusing on solutions rather than problems. Air pollution is the second leading risk factor for death, causing around 8.1 million premature deaths annually from stroke, heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory infections. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) designated 7 September as the International Day in 2019, with the first observance in 2020.

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Goa will host the 10th Ayurveda Day on September 23, 2025, at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA). The theme for 2025 is “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” highlighting Ayurveda as a sustainable healthcare solution. Goa was chosen as the venue for its global outlook and strong wellness culture. The event will promote Ayurveda’s role in both human health and environmental well-being. More than 150 countries joined last year, and this year aims for wider participation. The Ministry of Ayush is showcasing Ayurveda as an evidence-based and sustainable healthcare system

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World Alzheimer’s Day is observed every year on 21 September as part of Alzheimer’s Month to create awareness about dementia and Alzheimer’s. The day supports families of Alzheimer-affected patients to manage and fight the disease. Alzheimer’s is a severe brain disorder causing memory loss, confusion, and impairing learning, thinking, reasoning, decision-making, and attention, affecting daily life and emotions. September is designated as Alzheimer’s Month, with global societies organising activities to educate on symptoms, early diagnosis, treatment, and provide social and financial support. The 2025 theme is “Ask About Dementia. Ask About Alzheimer’s” to reduce stigma and promote dementia-friendly attitudes.

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International Day of Sign Languages is celebrated on 23rd September every year. Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, attended a programme in New Delhi organised by the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre. Winners of the 8th National Indian Sign Language Competition were also felicitated. The United Nations General Assembly declared 23rd September as this day to raise awareness of sign language. This year’s theme was “No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights.”

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The United Nations (UN) observes the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons every year on 26th September. The day raises awareness about nuclear dangers and promotes complete elimination of nuclear weapons. The first celebration of the day was on 26th September 2014. As of 2025, approximately 12,241 nuclear weapons exist worldwide. Countries with nuclear weapons are investing in well-funded, long-term modernization of their arsenals. More than 50% of the global population lives in countries that possess nuclear weapons or are part of nuclear alliances.

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International Translation Day (ITD) is celebrated every year on 30th September. The day honors translators and interpreters for bridging linguistic and cultural divides. International Translation Day (ITD) recognizes language professionals whose work promotes communication, understanding, and cooperation among nations. Their efforts contribute to global peace, security, and development. The day emphasizes the critical role of translation in uniting nations and facilitating cross-cultural dialogue.

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India will host the World Seafood Congress (WSC) 2026 in Chennai, marking the first time the biennial event is held in India. The Congress focuses on seafood trade, safety, innovation, and sustainability. India is the sixth-largest global seafood exporter and second-largest aquaculture producer, exporting 1.78 million tonnes valued at ₹60,523.89 crore (USD 7.38 billion) in 2023–24. The Congress will feature a trade fair, plenary sessions, panel discussions, technical presentations, and workshops

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The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) organized MSME Seva Parv 2025: Virasat se Vikas at Rudraksh International Cooperation and Convention Centre, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The three-day event celebrated cultural heritage, promoted community participation, and highlighted MSMEs’ contribution to nation-building. More than 1,500 beneficiaries of schemes like PM Vishwakarma, Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), Khadi and Gramodyog Yojana, and National SC-ST Hub participated.

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World Cerebral Palsy Day (WCPD) is observed annually on October 6 to raise awareness about cerebral palsy (CP) and advocate for the rights of those affected. It is a condition affecting movement and posture caused by brain injury during pregnancy or shortly after birth. It is a life-long disorder that can be mild, moderate, or severe, and may or may not involve mental impairment. Globally, about 1.7 crore people live with cerebral palsy (CP), with 35 crore closely related to someone affected. In India, the incidence is around 3 per 1,000 live births. The 2025 theme, “Unique and United,” highlights individuality and global unity for inclusion, dignity, and equal opportunities.