Current Events:
- Jodhpur blackout potentially due to Pakistan.
- Earthquake in Pakistan (possibility of a missile strike mentioned).
- INS Tamil Nadu commissioning ceremony (stealth frigate with BrahMos missiles).
- Operations Good fences and Heros (Israel).
- Rohit Sharma's Test cricket retirement.
- World Red Cross Day (May 8).
- Bhutan's terrorism victim initiative.
- Operation Abhyas in Bengaluru.
- Jyoti Yojana scheme in Kerala.
- SBI's Leap and Grow Greater initiatives.
- Pandulipi Dravyaratnakar Nighantu and Dravyaguna Nighantu (Ayurveda).
- Manisha Bhokanal's gold at the 25th Senior Asian Wrestling Championship.
Pakistan Related Current Events:
- Discussion of the situation in Pakistan, including a reference to an earthquake or possible missile strike.
India's Military:
- Commissioning ceremony for INS Talwar (stealth frigate with BrahMos missiles); BrahMos origin - Russia.
- India has a wide array of indigenously developed missiles such as BrahMos, Agni, Prithvi, Akash, Trishul, Nag, Arihant, Arnala.
Military Operations:
- Operation Guardians of the Chariot (Israel).
- Operation Herop (Israel).
Gujarat Facts:
- Longest coastline in India.
- Ahmedabad - Manchester of India.
UNESCO Designations:
- Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park (2004)
- Ahmedabad (Historic City, 2017)
- Dholavira (Archaeological Site, 2023)
- Garba Dance (Intangible Cultural Heritage, 2023)
Geographical Indicators (GI Tags):
- Kachchh Embroidery
- Patan Patola Silk
- Surat Zari Craft
- Kharachola Handicraft
- Junagadh Gir Kesar Mango
- Rajkot Patola
Gujarati Dances:
- Garba
- Dandiya
- Tippani
- Bhavai
- Jurian
- Halli
Gujarati Festivals and Events:
- Udhna Fair
- Makar Sankranti (Uttarayan)
- Madhavpur Mela
- Modhera Festival
- Rann Utsav
- Patang Mahotsav
- Tarnetar Fair
Gujarati National Parks:
- Blackbuck National Park
- Gir National Park
- Marine National Park
- Velavadar National Park
Prominent Indians:
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: First Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister; Bharat Ratna (1991); Statue of Unity in Gujarat.
- Narendra Modi: Current Prime Minister of India; former Chief Minister of Gujarat.
- Dadabhai Naoroji: "Grand Old Man of India"; Poverty and Un-British Rule in India; drain of wealth theory, per capita income; Congress President (3 times).
- Jamsetji Tata: Founder of the Tata Group.
Gujarat's Heritage and Culture:
- Ramsar Sites: Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary and Vadhwana Wetland.
- World Heritage Sites: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park (2004).
- Historical Sites: Rani ki Vav (Patan); Ahmedabad (UNESCO World Heritage City).
- Archaeological Sites: Dholavira (Kutch).
- UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage: Garba dance (2023).
- GI Tags: Kutch embroidery, Patan Patola silk, Surat zari craft, Kharachola handicraft, Junagadh Girkesar mango, and Rajkot Patola.
- Dances: Garba, Dandiya, Tippani, Bhavai, and Juri.
- Festivals: Udhna Fair, Makar Sankranti (Uttarayan), Madhavpur Mela, Modhera Festival, Rann Utsav, Kite Festival, and Tarnetar Fair.* Key National Figures:
- Mahatma Gandhi:
- Title: "Father of the Nation" (Subhas Chandra Bose).
- Political Mentor: Gopal Krishna Gokhale.
- Movements: Champaran Satyagraha, Kheda Satyagraha (1918), Non-Cooperation Movement (1920), Salt Satyagraha (1930), Quit India Movement (1942).
- Sabarmati Ashram: Founded in 1915.
- Books: Hind Swaraj, My Experiments with Truth.
- 1924 Belgaum Session: Presided over.
- International Day of Non-Violence: October 2nd.
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel:
- Titles: "Iron Man of India," "Bismarck of India."
- First Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister.
- Bharat Ratna: Posthumously awarded in 1991.
- Statue of Unity: 182 meters, Sadhu Bet Island, Narmada district, Gujarat.
- Narendra Modi:
- Current Prime Minister (since 2014).
- Former Chief Minister of Gujarat.
- Narendra Modi Stadium: Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
- Dadabhai Naoroji:
- Nickname: "Grand Old Man of India."
- Book: Poverty and Un-British Rule in India.
- "Drain of Wealth" theory.
- Indian National Congress President: 1886, 1893, 1906.
- First Indian in British Parliament.
Gujarat State Details:
- Formation: May 1, 1960 (from Bombay province).
- Capital: Gandhinagar.
- First CM: Shri Jivaraj Narayan Mehta.
- First Female CM: Smt. Anandiben Patel.
- Current CM: Shri Bhupendra Patel.
- First Governor: Shri Mehndi Nawaz Jung.
- First Female Governor: Smt. Sharada Mukherjee.
- Current Governor: Shri Acharya Devvrat.
- High Court: Ahmedabad.
- First Chief Justice: Shri Sundarlal Desai.
- Extreme Points: Banaskantha (N), Valsad (S), Dahod (E), Kachchh (W).
- Districts: 34.
- Newest: Bavathrad (from Banaskantha).
- Largest (area): Kachchh.
- Largest (population): Ahmedabad.
- Assembly Seats: 182.
- Lok Sabha Seats: 26.
- Rajya Sabha Seats: 11.
- Highest Peak: Girnar mountain.
- Neighbors: Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Pakistan.
- Population Density: 308.
- Sex Ratio: 919.
- Literacy Rate: 78%.
- State Bird: Greater Flamingo.
- State Animal: Asiatic Lion.
- State Tree: Banyan.
- State Flower: Marigold.
Gujarat Tourism & Religious Sites:
- Statue of Unity (Kevadia).
- Kutch region.
- Saputara hill station.
- Modhera Sun Temple (Mehsana): First 24/7 temple.
- Somnath Temple (Saurashtra): Jyotirlinga.
- Akshardham Temple (Gandhinagar).
- Palitana Jain Temples (Bhavnagar).
- Dwarkadhish Temple (Dwarka): Adi Shankaracharya Matha.
Current Events:
- Space Tourism: All-female crew (Blue Origin), first since 1963.
- Khelo India Para Games: Haryana - top position.
- India-Pakistan Border: Drone activity near Gujarat; drone and explosives ban in Kutch.- Media Ranking: India's media ranking is 151.
Journalism Criticism: Overuse of "sources" and "unconfirmed reports" is criticized.
10:00 AM Press Conference: A press conference is scheduled at 10:00 AM.
Awards:
- Abel Prize: Awarded to Masaki Kashiwara.
- Oscars: New award for Best Eastern Designer.
Space Exploration: Blue Origin all-female space tourism flight (first since 1963).
Khelo India Para Games: Haryana is in first place.
India-Pakistan Conflict:
- Pakistan's Claims: India launched six ballistic missiles; Fateh missile launched but neutralized by India's S-400.
- Indian Response: Press conference scheduled; claimed destruction of Pakistan's AWACS and air defense systems.
- Military Assets: Pakistan possesses F-16 (USA) and JF-17 (China) fighter jets.
Pakistan Super League (PSL):
- Dubai refused to host PSL due to security concerns after Rawalpindi drone incident.
Drone Attacks and Countermeasures:
- Drone attacks in Akhnoor, Pathankot, and Jaisalmer.
- India claims to have destroyed Pakistan's air defense system in Lahore using an Israeli Harop drone, and destroyed Pakistan's AWACS.
AWACS System: Airborne Warning and Control System.
Pakistani Drone Attacks: Pakistan used Turkish drones.
Indian Countermeasures: Blackout in border areas; IPL match in Dharamshala postponed.* India's Military Response to Drone Attacks: India chose not to retaliate immediately to drone attacks due to the presence of civilian airlines in the area, prioritizing the avoidance of civilian casualties. India possessed the capability to retaliate significantly, possessing various missile systems including Agni 5, Agni 4, Prithvi, Akash, Nag, Trishul, and BrahMos. The BrahMos missile can be launched from land, sea, and air.
Source of Drone Attacks: The drones used in the attacks originated from Turkey and were provided to Pakistan.
India's Defensive Actions: India implemented a blackout in border areas to hinder Pakistani targeting and suspended IPL matches in Dharamshala for seven days as a precautionary measure.
Consequences for Pakistan: Pakistan's Pakistan Super League (PSL) was initially planned to be moved to Dubai after a drone fell at the Rawalpindi stadium, but the UAE refused to host the event.
Pakistan's Drone Attack and India's Response: Pakistan launched a drone attack on India. India, aware of the potential risk to civilian aircraft, refrained from immediate retaliation. A Yemeni flight passed through Pakistani airspace during this period, highlighting the risk of collateral damage.
India's Military Capabilities: India possesses a range of missile systems, including Agni 5, Agni 4, Prithvi, Akash, Nag, Trishul, and BrahMos (capable of land, sea, and air launch), demonstrating its significant military strength and capacity for retaliation. India’s restraint was a deliberate choice due to civilian air traffic, not a lack of capability.
Origin of Drones: The drones used in the attack were identified as being of Turkish origin, supplied to Pakistan.
Drone Attacks on India: Multiple drone attacks targeted various locations in India, including Pathankot, Akhnoor, Jaisalmer, and Amritsar. The attacks involved multiple drones launched simultaneously.
Motives Behind Attacks: Two potential motives were discussed: damaging military bases or civilian areas, and testing India's air defense systems (including the S-400).
India's Air Defense Systems: India possesses various air defense systems, including anti-drone guns, and systems such as Akash, Prithvi, and others, to counter such threats.
Pakistan's Actions: Pakistan's failure to close its airspace after the drone attacks is highlighted as a reckless act, increasing the risk of civilian aircraft being harmed if India retaliated. A Yemeni flight passing through Pakistani airspace around the time of the attacks is cited as a specific example of this risk.
Swaram Drone Attacks on India: Multiple coordinated swarm drone attacks targeted various locations across India, including Pathankot, Akhnoor, Jaisalmer, and Amritsar.
Motives Behind Attacks: Two potential reasons for the attacks were identified:
- To inflict damage on civilian areas or military bases.
- To test and assess the effectiveness of India's air defense systems (including the S-400).
India's Response: India's Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, along with Colonel Sophia and Wing Commander Vamika Singh, addressed the attacks in a press conference. They acknowledged the attacks and highlighted India's existing air defense systems, including the S-400, anti-drone guns, and systems like Akash and Prithvi.
India-Pakistan Tensions: The drone attacks occurred amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. The lecture noted the ongoing conflict and the possibility of further Pakistani aggression, including potential missile attacks.
Operation Sindhu: Nine terrorist bases were targeted, five in PoK and four in Pakistan (Sialkot, Bahawalpur, Muridke). Targets included Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed facilities. Scalp missiles and Hammer drones were used in pinpoint strikes.
Pakistani Retaliation: Following Operation Sindhu, Pakistan retaliated on May 8th and 9th, targeting 15 Indian cities with missiles or drones.
Swarms Drone Attacks: The lecture notes mention that Pakistan, possibly in collaboration with Hamas, employed swarm drone attacks, overwhelming India's air defense systems by launching hundreds of drones simultaneously. The purpose of these attacks is to test and potentially disable the targeted nation's defenses.
Recent Swarm Drone Attacks on India: The lecture notes mention recent swarm drone attacks in Pathankot, Akhnoor, Jaisalmer, and Amritsar. Two possible motives were discussed: causing damage and targeting specific locations.* India-Pakistan Conflict & Retaliation:
- Pulwama attack led to Indian retaliation with five sanctions against Pakistan: suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and closing the Attari check post.
- India informed France, USA, Russia, Israel, China, UN, IMF about its planned response.
- Strengthening of defense systems included S-400 and indigenous SAM (Surface-to-Air Missile) systems.
- Claims of Pakistani F-16 fighter jet destruction in Operation Sindur.
Operation Sankalp (Chhattisgarh):
- 22 Naxalites killed in CRPF operation in Bijapur district.
- Goal: Naxal-free India by 2026.
CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force):
- Established 1939 as Crown Representative Police Force; renamed CRPF in 1949.
- Cobra unit focuses on eliminating Naxalites.
DRDO Weapon Systems:
- MK-II laser weapon system tested; designed to neutralize laser-guided missiles.
Aircraft Accident Investigation:
- Black Box Lab established in Delhi.
New Wildlife Sanctuary:
- Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary established in Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh.
Cooperative University:
- India's first Tribhuvandas Patel Cooperative University inaugurated in Gujarat.
Haryana Artist Stipend Scheme:
- Pandit Lakshmichand Kalaakar Social Welfare Scheme provides ₹10,000 monthly allowance to senior artists (60+ years) in Haryana.
Sepak Takraw World Cup:
- Indian men's regu team won gold for the first time.
Telangana's SC Sub-Classification:
- First state to implement SC sub-classification as per Supreme Court directives.
ICC Men's Cricket Committee:
- Sourav Ganguly appointed Chairman.
Supreme Court Task Force:
Task Force on Student Mental Health established under Justice Ravindra Bhatt.* Awards & Recognition:
James Anderson (England fast bowler): Awarded a British Knighthood.
Kumuduini Lakhia: Received Padma Vibhushan (2025) for Kathak dance.
Healthcare:
- Integrated Health Insurance Scheme: Launched in Odisha by Union Health Minister JP Nadda.
Sports:
- Kabaddi World Cup 2025: India won both men's and women's titles; tournament hosted by England.
- Indian Super League 2024-25: Mohan Bagan won the title.
Finance & Economics:
- BRICS New Development Bank: Indonesia became the ninth member.
Internal Security & Defense:
- Operation Sankalp: Conducted by CRPF in Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh; resulted in the death of 22 Naxalites. Aim: Naxal-free India by 2026 (as stated by Home Minister Amit Shah). CRPF (established in 1939).
- INS Arnala: Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) corvette inducted into the Indian Navy at Kattupalli near Chennai; built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata; designed for shallow water operations. Named after a Maratha fort in Maharashtra.
- Fateh Missile: Launched by Pakistan.
- S-400 System: Was prepared.
Environment & Wildlife:
- Snow Leopard Population (Ladakh): Survey recorded 477 snow leopards ( Panthera uncia) in Ladakh (68% of India's total). Total Indian snow leopard population: 718. Hemis National Park (Leh, Ladakh) has the highest concentration. Uttarakhand has the second highest concentration of snow leopards.
- Madhya Pradesh: Ranks first in India for tiger, leopard, and forest cover.
- Crocodile Night Safari: India's first is located near Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Festivals:
- Sigmo Festival: Took place in Goa.* Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Russia threatened Ukraine with severe consequences if any incidents occurred on May 9th (Victory Day).
India-Pakistan Relations: An earthquake was reported in Pakistan. A nighttime launch of Pakistan's Fateh missile is mentioned.
India's Naval Exercises: The Indian Navy conducted multinational joint exercises (Exercise Examev) with African nations in Tanzania.
Developments in India:
- A 58-foot statue of Potti Sriramulu was installed in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh.
- INS Arnala, India's first shallow-water anti-submarine warfare ship, was inducted into the Indian Navy. It was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineering Limited (GRSE) in Kolkata.
European Union's Formation and Current Status: The European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC), established in 1950 by Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, and France, evolved into the current European Union (EU).
India-EU Relations: India's foreign minister contacted the EU regarding a Pakistani attack.
EU Details: The EU currently comprises 27 member states, with its headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. Europe Day is celebrated annually on May 9th. The EU's existence stems from the Treaty of Rome.
Russia's Victory Day Parade: Russia holds its Victory Day parade annually on May 9th, commemorating Germany's surrender in 1945.
Europe Day: The 75th anniversary of Europe Day was celebrated on May 9th, 2025.
Schuman Declaration: The Schuman Declaration, made on May 9th, 1950, led to the creation of the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC).
Founding Members of ECSC: The ECSC was founded by five countries: Germany, Italy, Netherlands (also known as Holland), Belgium, and France.
ज्ञानपीठ पुरस्कार: Vinod Kumar Shukla, a Hindi writer from Chhattisgarh, was selected for the 59th Jnanpith Award.
पंजाब विधानसभा: Punjab Vidhan Sabha became the first state assembly in India to broadcast proceedings in sign language.
स्काई ट्रैक्स वर्ल्ड एयरपोर्ट अवार्ड: Changi Airport in Singapore won the award for the best airport in the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2025.
सुप्रीम कोर्ट निर्णय: The Supreme Court set a three-month time limit for the President to decide on state bills.
Artificial Rain in Delhi and Kanpur: Delhi and IIT Kanpur are collaborating on artificial rain initiatives using silver iodide (AgI).* Delhi Air Pollution & Cloud Seeding
- Delhi and IIT Kanpur collaboration for cloud seeding to induce artificial rain.
- Goal: Mitigate Delhi's air pollution.
- Mechanism: Artificial rain washes pollutants to the ground.
- Pollutant: Silver iodide (AgI) is used.
International Sports & Defense
- Shooting World Cup: India secured second place (Viña del Mar Shooting World Cup 2025).
- Rafale Marine Jets: India to acquire 26 Rafale M jets from France for the navy; to be operated from INS Vikrant.
World Water Day
- Theme: Glacier conservation (March 22nd).
ASEAN
- Recent Meeting: Vientiane, Laos.
- Members: Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, Indonesia, Philippines, and Timor-Leste.
- Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia.
International Olympic Committee
- Kristy Coventry (Zimbabwe) - First female president.
Vietnam's Golden Visa
- Vietnam launched a 10-year Golden Visa for Indian investors and tourists.
- Vesak Day celebrations: Ho Chi Minh City.
- Capital: Hanoi
- Currency: Dong
Global Indices (India)
- Happiness Index: Improved to 118th.
- Human Development Index (HDI): 130th.
- World Press Freedom Index: 151st.
ISRO's Microprocessors
- Vikram 3201 and Kalpana 3201.
Scooch Award
- Uttar Pradesh police (investigation, prosecution, and conviction portal).
World's First 3D-Printed Train Station
- Built in Japan (6 hours).* Starlink Internet Connectivity:
- 7,000 satellites deployed in Low Earth Orbit (approximately 500 km).
- Partnership with India to expand broadband access to rural areas.
India's Rankings in Global Indices:
- World Happiness Index: Improved to 118th.
- Human Development Index (HDI): 130th.
- World Press Freedom Index: 151st.
ISRO Microprocessors:
- Vikram 3201 (named after Vikram Sarabhai).
- Kalpana 3201 (named after Kalpana Chawla).
Award:
- Uttar Pradesh Police: Scooch Award for its investigation, prosecution, and conviction portal.
Infrastructure:
- Japan: Built world's first 3D-printed train station in 6 hours.
- India: First green waste processing plant in Indore (PPP model).
Visas:
- Vietnam: Launched 10-year Golden Visa for Indian investors and tourists.
Brand Mascot:
- Verka (Punjab's milk cooperative): "Veera".
Film:
- Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge: Featured at London's "Sins of the Square" and London's Leicester Square.
Pope Leo XIV:
- Real name: Robert Prevost.
- 267th Pope.
- First American Pope.
- Born in Chicago, USA.
USA:
- Capital: Washington D.C. (on the Potomac River).
- Headquarters of IMF and World Bank.
Khelo India Para Games 2025 Mascot:
- Ujjwala (sparrow).
Indian Navy:
- INS Arnala (first shallow-water anti-submarine warfare corvette) inducted.
Wildlife:
- Ladakh: Estimated 477 snow leopards (Panthera uncia).
Initiatives
- Delhi government and IIT Kanpur to conduct cloud seeding.
- Haryana Chief Minister launched the Pandit Lakshmichand Kalaakar Samajik Samman Yojana.
Anniversaries:
- Europe Day: 75th anniversary observed on May 9th, 2025.
- Rabindranath Tagore: 164th birth anniversary.
Operations:
- Chhattisgarh: Security forces killed 22 Naxalites during Operation Sankalp.
- Claimed destruction of Pakistani F-16s, JF-17s, and AWACS systems under Operation Sindur.```markdown
India-Pakistan Conflict
- Ongoing conflict discussed; a summary of events up to 6:00 PM will be provided later.
- Emphasized to stay updated on other current affairs.
- Lecturer will explain details in the final 10 minutes of the session.
- Warning against focusing solely on this conflict and neglecting other current events.
- Claimed destruction of Pakistani F-16s, JF-17s, and AWACS systems under Operation Sindur.
Current Affairs Headlines (May 9th, 2025)
- Robert Prevost appointed Pope; nationality unspecified.
- Indian government approves Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet services.
- Vietnam launches a 10-year Golden Visa program to attract Indian investors and tourists.
- Delhi government and IIT Kanpur collaborate on cloud seeding to reduce air pollution.
- 75th anniversary of Europe Day celebrated.
- INS Arnala, the first shallow water anti-submarine warfare corvette, joins the Indian Navy.
- Estimated 477 snow leopards in Ladakh.
- 22 Naxalites killed in Chhattisgarh under Operation Sankalp.
- Haryana CM launches Pandit Laxmichand Kalaakar Samajik Samman Yojana.
- India celebrates Rabindranath Tagore's 164th birth anniversary.
Important Dates (Selection)
- Startup India initiative launched: January 16, 2016
- National Girl Child Day: January 24
- Martyr's Day: January 30 (Mahatma Gandhi's death); March 23, 1931 (Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev execution)
- World Cancer Day: February 4
- Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: January 9
- Parakram Diwas: January 23 (Subhas Chandra Bose's birthday)
- Panchayati Raj Day: April 24, 1993 (73rd Constitutional Amendment enactment date)
- Civil Services Day: April 21
- World Labour Day: May 1
- World Milk Day: June 1
- Kargil Vijay Diwas: July 26
- Air Force Day: October 8
- Toilet Day: November 19
- World AIDS Day: December 1
- Braille Day: January 4
- Coast Guard Day: February 1
- Deworming Day: February 10
- World Wildlife Day: March 3
- National Technology Day: May 11
- Anti-Terrorism Day: May 21
Other Current Affairs (Selection)
- Robert Prevost/Leos 14th appointment as the first American.
- Indian government approves Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet services.
- Vietnam introduces a 10-year Golden Visa to attract Indian investors and tourists.
- Delhi government and IIT Kanpur collaborate on cloud seeding to reduce air pollution.
- 75th anniversary of Europe Day celebrated on May 9, 2025.
- INS Arnala, the first shallow-water anti-submarine warfare corvette, inducted into the Indian Navy.
- Scientific estimates indicate 477 snow leopards (Panthera uncia) in Ladakh.
- Operation Sankalp in Chhattisgarh.
Observances - August to December
- August 23, 2023: Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander touched down on the Moon's south pole. This event led to the creation of National Space Day on this date.
- August 29: National Sports Day, coinciding with Major Dhyan Chand's birthday.
- September 5: National Teacher's Day, commemorating the birthday of Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. Also, International Charity Day.
- September 7: International Police Cooperation Day, marking the founding of Interpol in 1923.
- September 8: International Literacy Day.
- September 14: National Hindi Day, commemorating the adoption of Hindi as an official language in 1949.
- September 15: National Engineers' Day, coinciding with the birthday of M Visvesvaraya. Also, International Democracy Day.
- September 16: World Ozone Day, commemorating the Montreal Protocol of 1987.
- September 18: World Bamboo Day.
- September 21: International Peace Day and World Alzheimer's Day.
- September 24: World Rivers Day.
- September 27: World Tourism Day.
- September 29: World Heart Day.
- October 1: International Coffee Day.
- October 2: International Day of Non-Violence, coinciding with Gandhi's birthday.
- October 5: World Teachers' Day.
- October 11: International Day of the Girl Child.
- October 12: World Sight Day.
- October 13: International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction.
- October 15: World Students' Day, coinciding with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's birthday.
- October 16: World Food Day, commemorating the founding of the FAO in 1945.
- October 20: World Statistics Day.
- October 24: United Nations Day and World Polio Day.
- October 31: National Unity Day, commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birthday.
- November 3: International Biosphere Reserve Day.
- November 5: World Tsunami Awareness Day.
- November 9: National Legal Services Day, marking the establishment of NALSA and Article 39A (free legal aid).
- November 10: Ayurveda Day.
- November 11: National Education Day.
- November 12: National Public Service Broadcasting Day.
- November 26: National Milk Day and Constitution Day. Also, the first World Sustainable Transport Day (2023).
- December 1: World AIDS Day.
- December 2: World Computer Literacy Day.
- December 4: Indian Navy Day.
- December 5: World Soil Day.
- December 7: Armed Forces Flag Day.
- December 10: International Human Rights Day, commemorating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948).
- December 11: International Mountain Day.
- December 16: Vijay Diwas.
- December 21: First World Basketball Day (2023).
- December 22: National Mathematics Day, commemorating Ramanujan's birthday.
- December 23: National Farmers' Day, commemorating Chaudhary Charan Singh.
- December 24: National Consumer Day
- December 25: Good Governance Day (Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birthday)
- December 26: Veer Bal Diwas
- December 27: International Day of Epidemic Preparedness
Observances - June to September
June Observances:
- World Food Safety Day: June 7th
- World Oceans Day: June 8th
- First International Yoga Day: June 21st
- World Refugee Day: June 20th
- United Nations Public Service Day: June 23rd
- Olympic Day: June 23rd (commemorating the founding of the International Olympic Committee in 1894)
- Constitution Day (India): June 25th (marks the imposition of the Third Emergency in 1975)
July Observances:
- National Doctor's Day (India): July 1st
- World Population Day: July 11th
- Nelson Mandela International Day: July 18th
- World Chess Day: July 20th
- International Tiger Day: July 29th
- World Wide Web Day: August 1st
August Observances:
- Hiroshima Day: August 6th (marks the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945)
- World Tribal Day: August 9th
- World Lion Day: August 10th
- International Elephant Day: August 12th
- National Space Day (India): August 23rd (commemorates Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander landing on the Moon's South Pole in 2023)
- National Sports Day (India): August 29th
- World Sanskrit Day: August 31st
September Observances:
- National Teachers' Day (India): September 5th
- International Police Cooperation Day: September 7th (commemorates the founding of Interpol in 1923)
- International Literacy Day: September 8th
- National Hindi Day (India): September 14th
- International Democracy Day & National Engineers Day (India): September 15th
- World Ozone Day: September 16th (marks the Montreal Protocol in 1987)
- World Bamboo Day: September 18th
- International Day of Peace: September 21st
- World Alzheimer's Day: September 21st
- World Rivers Day: September 24th
- World Tourism Day: September 27th
- World Heart Day: September 29th
* World Hindi Day (January 10): Theme - Connecting Hindi traditional knowledge and artificial intelligence.
* National Youth Day (January 12): Celebrates Swami Vivekananda's birthday.
* Indian Army Day (January 15).
* International Education Day (January 24).
* National Girl Child Day (January 24).
* National Voters' Day (January 25).
* National Tourism Day (January 25).
* Republic Day (January 26): Theme - India, the mother of democracy and developed India.
* **February 2024:**
* World Pulses Day (February 10): Theme - Pulses: Nutritious food for a sustainable planet.
* World Radio Day (February 13). Also National Women's Day.
* International Mother Language Day (February 21).
* National Science Day (February 28).
* **March 2024:**
* Zero Discrimination Day (March 1).
* International Women's Day (March 8).
* International Day of Mathematics (March 14).
* World Consumer Rights Day (March 15). National Consumer Rights Day (December 24).
* National Vaccination Day (March 16): Theme - Vaccines work for everyone.
* World Forestry Day (March 21).
* World Water Day (March 22).
* World Meteorological Day (March 23).
* World Tuberculosis Day (March 24).
* **April 2024:**
* National Maritime Day (April 5).
* World Health Day (April 7): Theme - My health, my right.
* World Homeopathy Day (April 10).
* World Hemophilia Day (April 17).
* World Heritage Day (April 18): Theme - Discovering and experiencing diversity.
* International Earth Day (April 22): Theme - Home vs Plastic.
* World Book and Copyright Day (April 23).
* World Malaria Day (April 25).
* World Intellectual Property Day (April 26).
* World Press Freedom Day (May 3).
* **May 2024:**
* World Red Cross Day (May 8).
* World Thalassemia Day (May 8).
* International Nurses Day (May 12).
* International Day of Families (May 15).
* International Day of Light (May 16).
* International Museum Day (May 18).
* World Metrology Day (May 20): Theme - Measuring our world for a sustainable tomorrow.
* International Day for Biological Diversity (May 22): Theme - Be a part of the solution.
* World Football Day (May 25).
* First International Potato Day (May 30).
* World No Tobacco Day (May 31).
* World Environment Day (June 5): Theme - Land restoration.