Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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World No Tobacco Day is observed every year on May 31 to spread awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco. It was established by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 1987 and first observed in 1988. The theme for this year is “Bright products. Dark intentions. Unmasking the Appeal”, highlighting how attractive-looking tobacco products hide serious health dangers. Tobacco causes over 8 million preventable deaths globally each year. The day encourages stronger policies, public awareness, and quitting support to reduce tobacco use. It also aims to protect people, especially youth, from the health, economic, and environmental harm caused by tobacco.

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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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World Bicycle Day is celebrated annually on June 3rd. The United Nations General Assembly declared June 3 as World Bicycle Day in April 2018. Recently, the 25th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was celebrated with a special Tiranga Rally in India. The rally paid tribute to Operation Sindoor and also marked the occasion of World Bicycle Day. It highlighted cycling as a symbol of unity, health, and sustainability.

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The United Nations (UN) observes June 16 as International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) to honour the role of migrant workers in supporting families. The theme for 2025 is “Remittances Financing Development.” Remittances impact around 1 billion people worldwide, either as senders or receivers. The campaign focuses on how remittances support Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. It promotes financial inclusion, household economic stability, and climate resilience. IDFR was first observed in 2008 by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the World Bank.

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World Autistic Pride Day is celebrated every year on 18 June to honour the identity and pride of autistic people. It is observed by autistic individuals and their supporters to highlight the importance of acceptance and inclusion in society. The day aims to create positive change by promoting understanding and appreciation of neurodiversity. In 2025, the theme is “Unapologetically Autistic”, encouraging autistic people to embrace their true selves without pressure to hide their traits.

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International Olympic Day is celebrated on June 23, 2025, to mark the birth of the modern Olympic Games and promote the Olympic spirit. It was first celebrated in 1948 to honour the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on June 23, 1894, in Paris by Baron Pierre de Coubertin. The theme for 2025 is “Let’s Move”, jointly launched by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the World Health Organisation (WHO), urging everyone to fight inactivity.

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National Statistics Day is celebrated every year on 29 June. Statistics Day marks the birth anniversary of Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, a pioneer in statistics and economic planning. It aims to spread awareness among youth about the role of statistics in socio-economic planning for national development. The 2025 theme is “75 Years of National Sample Survey” celebrating its role in evidence-based governance.

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The International Day of the Tropics is celebrated worldwide on 29 June every year to honour the biodiversity, cultural wealth, and development opportunities of tropical regions. It reminds people about challenges like climate change, deforestation, poverty, and fast urban growth in these areas. Tropical regions are vital for ecological balance and global sustainability. The day was first observed in 2016 after the “State of the Tropics” report was launched on 29 June 2014. The United Nations (UN) General Assembly declared this day to raise awareness and promote global cooperation to address issues in tropical regions.

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Recently, the first-ever ASEAN–India Cruise Dialogue was inaugurated in Chennai, marking a milestone in maritime cooperation between India and Southeast Asian countries. The event took place aboard MV Empress at Chennai Port with over 30 delegates from all ten ASEAN nations and Timor Leste. The dialogue focused on improving cruise connectivity, promoting sustainable tourism, and strengthening cultural and economic links across the Indo-Pacific region.

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International Plastic Bag Free Day is observed every year on on July 3. It raises awareness about the harmful effects of single-use plastic bags on the environment. The day encourages people to reduce plastic use and choose eco-friendly options like cloth and paper bags. It began under the Bag Free World Movement by environmental groups in Europe in the early 2000s. The campaign’s message spread globally over time. International Plastic Bag Free Day was officially established to highlight the growing danger of plastic pollution.