Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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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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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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September 14 is observed as Hindi Diwas to mark the Constituent Assembly declaring Hindi the official language of the Union government. Hindi was made official, not national, after three days of debates on language, script, numerals, and English’s role. The Munshi-Ayyangar formula, named after K M Munshi and N Gopalaswamy Ayyangar, was adopted as a compromise. Article 343 of the Constitution stated Hindi in Devanagari script as official and allowed English for fifteen years for official purposes.

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Antyodaya Diwas is observed on 25 September, marking the birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. He was a philosopher, thinker, and political leader born in 1916 in Mathura District, Uttar Pradesh. The word Antyodaya comes from Sanskrit: “Antya” (poorest/last) and “Udaya” (rise), symbolizing upliftment of the weakest sections of society. The day highlights social equality, justice, and welfare for vulnerable citizens. Government of India declared 25 September as Antyodaya Diwas in 2014 to honor his philosophy. The day inspires building a just and inclusive society.

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World Maritime Day is observed globally on the last Thursday of September every year. In 2025, it was observed on 25th September by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the global maritime community. The theme for this year is “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity.” The day highlights the importance of oceans in sustaining life, enabling trade, and shaping climate. It focuses on reducing marine pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and biodiversity loss. The event reminds nations and ocean users of their shared responsibility to use ocean resources sustainably.

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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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India celebrates Air Force Day every year on October 8, marking the establishment of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in 1932. In 2025, India celebrated its 93rd Air Force Day on Wednesday, October 8, honouring the IAF’s courage, sacrifice, and bravery. The 2025 theme focused on the IAF’s role in Operation Sindoor. The IAF’s first operational flight took off on April 1, 1933. It has grown from a small unit into the world’s fourth-largest air force, contributing to defence and humanitarian missions. The main parade was held at Hindon Air Base, while the flypast is scheduled in Guwahati in mid-November.

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The Eighth Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly will be held from October 27–30, 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. ISA was launched by India and France at COP21, Paris, in 2015 and has 124 Member and Signatory Countries. ISA promotes solar energy deployment, energy access, and security, especially in the Global South, supporting agriculture, health, transport, and power sectors. PM-KUSUM scheme supports 10 GW small solar plants, 1.4 million off-grid solar pumps, and 3.5 million grid-connected pumps. India is second largest solar module manufacturer and aims for 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2031.

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The Uttar Pradesh government is organising Swadesh Mela 2025 in all 75 districts from 9th October to 19th October 2025. The initiative follows the successful third edition of Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS). The fairs aim to promote micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), khadi, handloom, and handicraft products. The event provides a district-level platform for local entrepreneurs and artisans to showcase and sell their products. Citizens are encouraged to support the ‘Vocal for Local’ vision during the Diwali festive season. Swadesh Melas highlights indigenous products, Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, and cultural performances.

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The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction is observed globally on 13 October each year. It encourages citizens to actively participate in building disaster-resilient communities. The 2025 theme is “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters,” emphasizing increased funding for disaster risk reduction (DRR) in public and international budgets. The theme also calls for ensuring all development and private investments are risk-informed and resilient. The day was established in 1989 following a call by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). It aims to promote a global culture of risk-awareness, preparedness, and disaster reduction. The observance highlights the importance of proactive planning to reduce disaster impacts.