Dates and Days

India celebrates Independence Day on August 15th every year, commemorating the nation's independence from British rule in 1947. This is a major national holiday with flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural events across the country. January 15th, 26th, and 30th are associated with other national events.

India celebrates Army Day on January 15th every year, marking the day Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa took over as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army in 1949. This day honors the Indian Army's soldiers and their valor. August 15th is Independence Day, January 26th is Republic Day.

India celebrates Republic Day on January 26th every year, commemorating the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. This day marks India's transition to a sovereign republic with its own constitution. January 15th is Army Day, August 15th is Independence Day, both are separate national occasions.

Martyr's Day in India is observed on 30th January to commemorate the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was assassinated on that day in 1948.

National Science Day is celebrated on 28th February to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman in 1928, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics.

International Women's Day is globally observed on 8th March to celebrate women's achievements and advocate for gender equality and women's rights.

World Health Day is observed on 7th April to mark the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. The day focuses on important global health issues.

National Maritime Day is celebrated on 5th April to commemorate the first Indian ship 'SS Loyalty' that sailed from Mumbai to London on this day in 1919, marking the beginning of India's modern shipping history.

World Heritage Day (International Day for Monuments and Sites) is observed on 18th April to raise awareness about cultural heritage and the importance of preserving historical monuments and sites worldwide.

World Consumer Rights Day is observed globally on 15th March to promote consumer rights and protections. This date marks the anniversary of President Kennedy's declaration of consumer rights in 1962.

Anti-Terrorism Day is observed on 21st May in India to commemorate the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, who was assassinated by terrorists on this day in 1991.

Teachers' Day in India is celebrated on 5th September to mark the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a renowned philosopher and India's second President, who was also a distinguished teacher.

The International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking is observed on 26th June as designated by the UN to raise awareness about drug abuse and strengthen global action against drug trafficking.

Commonwealth Day (formerly Empire Day) was historically observed on May 24th to honor Queen Victoria's birthday. Modern Commonwealth Day is the second Monday in March, but older exams reference the traditional May 24th date.

World Environment Day is observed annually on June 5th since 1973, when it was established by the United Nations to raise global environmental awareness.