Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World Food India 2024 was held from September 19 to 22 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event was hosted by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries. More than 90 countries, 26 Indian states and union territories, and 18 central ministries participated in the event. It showcased innovations, technology, and sustainability in food processing and highlighted India’s growing role in the global food sector. Government initiatives and future plans for food processing development were featured.

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The International Day of Peace is celebrated annually on September 21. It aims to promote peace and highlight the importance of global unity for a peaceful and sustainable world. This year’s theme, ‘Cultivating a Culture of Peace,’ emphasizes the importance of fostering peaceful relations among all races and ethnicities. The day commemorates the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace, promoting awareness and actions that contribute to a sustainable and harmonious world.

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The 10th World Free Zones Organisation Congress organized in Dubai, from September 23-25, 2024. It gathers experts and stakeholders from the free zones, logistics, and multilateral sectors. The theme is “Zones and the Shifting Global Economic Structures – Unlocking New Investment Avenues.” The congress focuses on trends, technologies, and innovations in the free zones sector. Over 35 speakers participated in sessions and workshops. Indian companies and free zones are actively involved, with Srikanth Badiga representing India. It offers Indian businesses opportunities to explore new investments and global economic impacts on free trade zones.

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EURONAVAL 2024, the world’s leading naval defence exhibition, will be held from November 4-7, 2024, in Paris. Around 500 exhibitors are expected, across five continents. Thirteen countries, including Brazil, the US, the UK, and Germany, will organize their own national pavilions. India is among 104 countries invited to attend this major naval defence trade show.

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The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the People’s Plan Campaign, also known as Jan Yojana Abhiyan. The campaign is themed ‘Sabki Yojana Sabka Vikas’ and focuses on preparing Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDPs) for 2025–26. Special Gram Sabhas are being organized in over 2.55 lakh Gram Panchayats. The aim is to strengthen grassroots democracy and promote inclusive development in rural India. This initiative empowers rural citizens to actively participate in shaping the future of their villages.

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The 26th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2024 started at the Dubai World Trade Centre with 29 leading Indian companies participating. Organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the event runs until October 3, showcasing innovations in renewable energy, water treatment, and environmental technologies. Sunjay Sudhir, the Indian Ambassador to the UAE, emphasized the importance of Indian participation in supporting the green economy and Sustainable Development Goals. The UAE-India economic relationship has strengthened since the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in May 2022, with trade volume reaching $84.5 billion and projections of $100 billion by 2027.

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Every year on October 8, India observes Indian Air Force Day to honor servicemen and pilots who sacrificed their lives for the nation. This year, the celebration marks the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force. The event takes place at Marina Beach in Chennai. Indian Air Force Day 2024 falls on a Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The theme for this year is “Bharatiya Vayusena: Saksham, Sashakt aur Aatmnirbhar,” which translates to “Potent, Powerful, and Self-Reliant.”

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The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDR) is celebrated annually on October 13. he day was established in 1989 to promote a global culture of disaster reduction and risk-awareness. It celebrates the efforts of communities and people around the world to reduce their exposure to disasters.

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World Osteoporosis Day is observed on October 20 each year to raise awareness about osteoporosis and metabolic bone diseases. Organized by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), the campaign engages communities in over 90 countries with local initiatives. Osteoporosis weakens bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures, especially among postmenopausal women and the elderly. The day began in the UK in 1996, with the IOF taking over in 1997. The 2024 theme, “Say No to Fragile Bones,” emphasizes the need for proactive measures to protect bone health and reduce fracture risks.

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Odisha will host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar from January 8 to 10, 2024. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi approved the proposal from the Ministry of External Affairs. The event will be held at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar, attended by President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and other dignitaries. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebrates Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India from South Africa on January 9, 1915, and recognizes the contributions of the Indian diaspora. The last event was held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.