“IMPORTANT DAYS”

National Chartered Accountants Day 2025

Chartered Accountants Day, observed every year on July 1, commemorates the founding of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 1949. This day is significant for India’s financial and business communities, as it recognises the pivotal role played by Chartered Accountants (CAs) in upholding economic transparency, ensuring financial discipline, and steering the country’s financial ecosystem.

Goods and Services Tax Day 2025

Every year on July 1st, India celebrates Goods and Services Tax (GST) Day to commemorate the implementation of one of the country’s most transformative economic reforms. Introduced on July 1, 2017, the Goods and Services Tax subsumed multiple indirect taxes and unified the Indian market under a single taxation system. The observance began in 2018, marking the first anniversary of GST’s rollout.

National Doctor’s Day 2025

National Doctor’s Day 2025, observed on July 1, commemorates the contributions of doctors and healthcare professionals across India. Established in 1991 in honour of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, the day is a tribute to their selfless service and commitment to public health. The theme for 2025, “Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?”, emphasises the mental health and emotional well-being of doctors, urging society to care for those who care for others.

World Asteroid Day

Every year on June 30, the world marks World Asteroid Day to spread awareness about the dangers posed by near-Earth objects (NEOs), particularly asteroids. The United Nations General Assembly officially designated this day in December 2016, not only to commemorate a catastrophic event in Earth’s recent history but also to promote global preparedness in the face of future asteroid threats.

 “AWARDS”

Radhanath Swami Honoured by New York City for Spiritual and Community Leadership

Radhanath Swami, a globally respected spiritual teacher and senior monk of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), was conferred with a New York City honour at a special interfaith event hosted at the Bhakti Centre. The recognition, presented by NYC officials, celebrates his decades-long commitment to community service, interfaith dialogue, and spiritual leadership.

“APPOINTMENTS”

Rear Admiral V Ganapathy Takes Command of MILIT Pune

Rear Admiral V Ganapathy, a distinguished officer of the Indian Navy, has officially assumed command of the Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Pune. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment as India’s armed forces push for deeper integration and technological advancement in line with the ethos of jointness. With his rich operational and academic background, Rear Admiral Ganapathy is expected to steer MILIT toward becoming a global hub for tri-services technical education and innovation.

 “NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

India’s First Wooden Gurdwara Opens in Fazilka, Symbol of Devotion and Design

In a heartfelt tribute to faith and service (seva), India’s first-ever wooden Gurdwara, Sri Nanak Niwas, has been built in Fazilka, Punjab, inside the police lines. Constructed entirely from imported Finnish Deodhar wood, the shrine stands as a unique architectural marvel and spiritual sanctuary, attracting devotees from across the country and beyond. This one-of-a-kind Gurdwara was the vision of SSP Bhupinder Singh Sidhu, whose personal devotion led to its creation in 2023.

Ladakh Hosts Its First Astro Tourism Festival to Boost Scientific Tourism

Ladakh marked a significant step in promoting science-based tourism with the successful conclusion of its first-ever Astro Tourism Festival in Leh. Organized by the Tourism Department of Ladakh in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore, the two-day festival aimed to harness Ladakh’s unique natural advantages—such as high altitude, dry climate, and low light pollution—to position the region as a leading destination for astro tourism. The event offered a blend of educational sessions and hands-on celestial observation, captivating tourists, astronomy enthusiasts, and science lovers alike.