Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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12th November, is observed as Public Service Broadcasting Day in India. The day commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s historic first and only visit to Broadcasting House, New Delhi, in 1947. In 2000, Union Minister Sushma Swaraj declared 12th November as Public Service Broadcasting Day. Akashvani celebrates the day with special programmes, bhajans, and events based on Gandhian philosophy. In 2023, the studio was named ‘Bapu Studio’ on the 100th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’. Public Service Broadcasting Day inspires broadcasters to spread Gandhi’s ideals nationwide.

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World Diabetes Day is observed every year on November 14 and is led by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) to raise awareness about diabetes. Diabetes is one of the most common metabolic diseases affecting millions worldwide. The IDF predicts that by 2050, one in eight adults globally will be living with diabetes, highlighting the urgent need for action. Healthy lifestyle choices play a key role in reducing high blood sugar and managing diabetes effectively.

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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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The fourth edition of the Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation Seminar Swavlamban 2025 will begin on 26th November in New Delhi. The event will focus on the Indian Navy’s innovation and indigenisation efforts to meet evolving national security needs. Emerging and disruptive technologies will be the core highlight of the seminar. The seminar aims to unite innovators, industry, academia, MSMEs and start-ups to strengthen naval capabilities

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Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 will begin on December 2 announced by the Ministry of Education. The theme is Learn Tamil – Tamil Karkalam / Karpom Tamil to promote Tamil language across India. Valedictory function will be held at Rameswaram and a new initiative Tamil Karpom will help North Indian students learn Tamil in Tamil Nadu. More than 1400 delegates from Tamil Nadu will participate in seven categories. Delegates will go on an eight day tour covering Varanasi Prayagraj and Ayodhya with seminars cultural shows cuisine handicrafts and heritage experiences. IIT Madras and BHU are the nodal institutions with support from Uttar Pradesh Government and Central ministries

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The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is observed every year on 29 November by the United Nations. It reaffirms global support for the dignity, rights, justice, and self-determination of the Palestinian people. For 2025, a Special Meeting was held on 28 November 2025 at the United Nations Office at Geneva. Similar observances were also held at United Nations Headquarters and other UN offices worldwide.

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The International Day for the Abolition of Slavery is observed every year on 2 December worldwide. It aims to raise awareness about modern forms of slavery such as human trafficking, forced labour, and child marriage. The day highlights the global fight against exploitation and human rights violations. It also marks the adoption of the United Nations (UN) Convention for the Suppression of the Traffic in Persons (1949). The observance encourages governments and societies to protect victims and end all forms of slavery.

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Indian Navy Day 2025 is observed on 4 December to honour the courage, discipline, and sea security role of the Indian Navy. It marks Operation Trident (1971) during the India–Pakistan War of 1971, India’s first major naval offensive. Indian missile boats attacked Karachi Harbour, destroying fuel depots and supply ships. Air strikes were launched from INS Vikrant on enemy bases at Chittagong and Khulna. These strikes badly weakened Pakistan’s naval strength and helped India win the war. The 2025 theme is “Combat Ready, Cohesive and Self-Reliant.” The theme promotes indigenous defence systems under the Make in India (self-reliant manufacturing programme).

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The 11th edition of India International Science Festival (IISF) 2025 is held from 6th to 9th December 2025 in Panchkula, Haryana. The theme of IISF 2025 is “Vigyan Se Samruddhi: for Atma Nirbhar Bharat”, aiming to celebrate science-led growth and strengthen self-reliance in India. The festival provides a platform to bring together scientists, innovators, educators, students, industry leaders, science communicators, and policymakers for collaboration and knowledge exchange. IISF 2025 focuses on five main themes: Science, Technology and Ecology of North-West India & the Himalayan Region; Science for Society and Education; Atmanirbhar Bharat through Science and Technology; Biotechnology and Bio-economy; and Integration of Traditional Knowledge with Modern Science.

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The 3rd Session of the Council of the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation (IALA) was recently inaugurated virtually in Mumbai by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Its motto is “Successful Voyages, Sustainable Planet.” It aims to improve and standardise aids to navigation worldwide, promote safe and efficient vessel movement, support new technological developments and strengthen international cooperation.