Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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The world celebrates World Photography Day on August 19 every year. The day honours the history, art, and significance of photography. On this day in 1839, the French government announced the invention of the daguerreotype, an early photographic process by Louis Daguerre. This invention made photography accessible and practical for people. The day raises awareness about photography’s role in storytelling, communication, and documentation. The 2025 theme is “My Favourite Photo.”

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Every year, 20 August is observed as World Mosquito Day to spread awareness about mosquito-borne diseases. Mosquitoes transmit serious illnesses like malaria, dengue, and Zika virus beyond just causing bites. The theme for World Mosquito Day 2025 is “Accelerating the Fight Against Malaria for a More Equitable World.” The theme stresses equitable access to malaria prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for vulnerable communities.

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The first Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas will be observed on December 10 along with the ‘Rising Rajasthan’ partnership conclave. The event recognises contributions of migrants from Rajasthan to other States and countries. Investor roadshows will be organised at key domestic and international locations before the conclave. The two-day conclave follows the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 and aims to promote industrial alliances and partnerships. Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas provides Non-Resident Rajasthanis (NRRs) an opportunity to reconnect and invest in the State.

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For the first time since 2016, Ayurveda Day will be observed on a fixed date, 23 September every year, as notified by the Government of India in March 2025. Earlier, Ayurveda Day was celebrated on Dhanvantari Jayanti (Dhanteras). The fixed date gives Ayurveda a universal calendar identity and enables greater global participation. The 2025 theme is “Ayurveda for People & Planet,” announced by Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav. Ayurveda is recognized as a science of life promoting harmony between individuals and the environment.

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National Nutrition Week (NNW) is observed in India from 1st to 7th September by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). The week raises awareness about healthy eating, nutrition literacy, and balanced diets. The 2025 theme is “Eat Right for a Better Life”, focusing on sugar, salt, and oil. The week encourages moderation, informed choices, and healthier cooking habits without compromising taste.

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Sharjah will host the 18th edition of Inclusion International’s World Congress 2025 from September 15 to 17 at Expo Centre Sharjah. The theme is “We Are Inclusion”, marking the first time the event is held in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Participants from more than 70 countries will discuss inclusive education, systemic reforms, advocacy, healthcare, legal rights, employment, and community participation. The UAE has established 80+ specialised facilities for education, training, and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities. The event promotes supportive legislation, barrier removal, and the principle of “health and dignity for all”, reinforcing inclusion as key to sustainable development

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The 27th Saras Aajeevika Mela began on 5 September 2025 in New Delhi. The fair provides a marketing platform for rural women to showcase and sell products. More than 400 rural women from Self Help Groups (SHGs) across all States and Union Territories (UTs) are participating. The theme for 2025 is Making of Lakhpati Didis – Empowering rural women to become successful entrepreneurs and champions of Vocal for Local”. First fair fully led by Lakhpati Didis, showcasing handicrafts, handlooms, and food products. The fair will continue until 22 September 2025.

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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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The 44th meeting of the Council of Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS) of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was held at Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan. The council strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack. It endorsed the Tianjin Declaration on terror condemnation, signed during the SCO Council of Heads of State meeting on 1st September 2025, recently attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Indian delegation was led by Deputy National Security Adviser (NSA) TV Ravichandran.

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World Ozone Day is observed every year on September 16 to spread awareness about the ozone layer, often called “Earth’s umbrella” for blocking harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. The ozone layer protects life by reducing risks of skin cancer, cataracts, and ecosystem damage. The 2025 theme is “From Science to Global Action”, highlighting how research led to global cooperation and policies.