The UN has declared 2026 as the International Year for Rangelands and Pastoralists, placing global focus on the ecological and livelihood value of grasslands. Rangelands support food security, climate regulation, biodiversity, and millions of pastoral communities — yet they remain among the most ...

The Guwahati Asian Film Festival (January 22–25, 2026) will highlight India’s linguistic diversity by featuring films in Bajjika. Bajjika is an Indo-Aryan language variety spoken in parts of Bihar and in Nepal, its name linked to the ancient Vajji (Vaishali) region. Once viewed mainly within ...

The National Conference of Textiles Ministers will take place in Guwahati from January 8–9, focusing on positioning India as a leading global hub for textile manufacturing. This event organised by the Union Ministry of Textiles in partnership with the Government of Assam, the conference will be ...

What used to be seen as an individual route to achieving inner peace has become a strong movement led by the community. Yoga Sangam 2025, an ambitious initiative by the Ministry of Ayush, intends to transform how the country recognizes the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY). This year's event ...

No Smoking Day is an annual event focused on raising awareness about the dangers of smoking and encouraging smokers to quit. This year, it will be observed on March 12, 2025, the second Wednesday of March. Smoking is a serious health threat that can cause various complications, including premature ...

Every year, March 7th is observed as 'Jan Aushadhi Diwas' to raise awareness about the significance of generic medicines and to promote their use across India. This event is part of the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), which aims to ensure that quality medicines are ...

Every year on March 5, we celebrate International Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness Day, which seeks to increase global awareness and understanding of disarmament issues, particularly among the youth. This day serves as an essential reminder of the threats that weapons of mass ...

World Hearing Day is celebrated every year on March 3 to increase awareness about hearing loss, promote the importance of ear and hearing care, and motivate action to tackle hearing-related issues. This global event, organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), focuses on a specific theme ...

International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8 to recognize the accomplishments of women across various fields. This day also raises awareness about gender equality and promotes women’s empowerment. It is a worldwide event that acknowledges women’s contributions to society, the ...

Every year on March 3rd, India observes National Defence Day to honor the sacrifices and bravery of its armed forces in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The year 2025 marked the 87th anniversary of this important observance. This day serves as a tribute to the ...