Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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India recently hosted the Second Blue Talks in New Delhi to promote global marine conservation efforts. The event was organized by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) in collaboration with the Embassies of France and Costa Rica. It aimed to build momentum ahead of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) to be held in Nice, France. Blue Talks is a multilateral consultation platform that connects governments, scientists, and civil society. It focuses on sustainable ocean use and supports Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14 – Life Below Water). The event promoted marine research, education, and the launch of strategic knowledge tools.

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Recently, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Minister for Communications and Development of North East Region, unveiled the theme “Innovate to Transform” for the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025. India Mobile Congress 2025 will be held from 8th to 11th October 2025 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi. The event will focus on innovation as a driving force for digital transformation across sectors like infrastructure, society, and sustainability. IMC 2025 is organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI).

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World Milk Day is celebrated every year on June 1 to highlight the importance of milk in our lives. It was established in 2001 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations to promote milk as a global food. The theme for World Milk Day 2025 is “Let’s Celebrate the Power of Dairy,” focusing on its role in nutrition, livelihoods, and the economy.

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India’s First Agricultural Hackathon was inaugurated at Sinchan Nagar Grounds, College of Agriculture, Pune, Maharashtra. It is jointly organised by the State Agriculture Department, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), and College of Agriculture, Pune. The event highlights the shared responsibility of farmers, industries, scientists, government, and society in improving agriculture.

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Recently, the Prime Minister of India addressed the 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the World Air Transport Summit (WATS) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. IATA was founded on 19 April 1945 in Havana, Cuba, to support safe, secure, reliable, and economical air services worldwide. The last Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in India was held in 1983, 42 years ago. Its main goals are to develop international air transport, ensure cooperation among airlines, improve safety, and create global air traffic rules.

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The 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum concluded in Brasilia, Brazil, on June 5 with strong condemnation of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India. The Indian delegation was led by Lok Sabha Speaker and included senior parliamentarians and officials. The forum included 10 member countries—India, Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa, Iran, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt, Ethiopia, and Indonesia. India was given the chairmanship to host the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026.

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The United Nations (UN) is observing the first-ever “International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations” to promote global cooperation and peace. This special day is celebrated on June 10 every year following a resolution sponsored by China and adopted by the UN last year. The day aims to encourage civil dialogue, mutual understanding, and peaceful relations between nations.

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Every year on June 13, the world observes International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) to support the human rights of people with albinism. Albinism is a genetic condition that affects 1 in 5,000 people in Sub-Saharan Africa and 1 in 20,000 in Europe and North America, according to the United Nations (UN). The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared IAAD on December 18, 2014, and the first observance was held on June 13, 2015. The 2025 observance marks the 10th anniversary with the theme “Demanding our rights: Protecting our skin, Preserving our lives”.

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World Blood Donor Day is celebrated every year on 14 June to honour voluntary and unpaid blood donors. It is a global tribute to people who donate blood selflessly, giving others a second chance at life. Their contribution plays a vital role in saving lives, supporting medical treatments, and strengthening communities. The day also reminds the world about the urgent and ongoing need for safe and regular blood donations. The event promotes solidarity, compassion, and the importance of healthcare for all, especially during medical emergencies.

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Sustainable Gastronomy Day is observed every year on June 18 to promote eco-friendly food practices. It aims to raise awareness about sustainable gastronomy’s role in food security, nutrition, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development. The day highlights responsible food habits from harvesting to preparation and consumption. Sustainable gastronomy supports agricultural development and sustainable food production. The first official observance was held on June 18, 2017.