“IMPORTANT DAYS”

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace Observed on April 6

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) celebrated worldwide on the 6th April every year. For the 2026 the theme is “Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers” and which reflects the powerful message that sports are not just games but its tools for unity, inclusion and global cooperation. The IDSDP also provides a moment to showcase how athletes and the whole Olympic Movement actively contribute to a peaceful society through sport.

National Maritime Day 2026: Remembering SS Loyalty and India’s Shipping Legacy

Every year on 5th of April India celebrates the National maritime Day. This day recognize the the rich maritime heritage and crucial role of the shipping sector which help to economic growth and national security of nation. This day commemorates the historic milestone the India’s first merchant ship voyage which marks the beginning of the modern Indian shipping. 63rd Maritime day to be celebrated under the theme of “Maritime India – Empowering Progress”.

Easter Sunday 2026

The Easter Sunday 2026 will be celebrated on the 5th of April. It marks one of the most important festivals in Christianity. This day commemorates the resurrection of the Jesus Christ and symbolizing the victory over death and the promise of new life. It was celebrated after the Holy Week and it includes Good Friday. Easter brings the message of hope, renewal and spiritual rebirth. People around the Globe observe the day with prayers, gatherings.

“AWARDS”

Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh Win Top Honours at Asian Squash Federation Awards 2025

Abhay Singh was named Men’s Player of the Year 2025 by the Asian Squash Federation, while Anahat Singh won the top honour in the girls’ junior category.

The Indian boys’ team received the Men’s Team Award after winning bronze at the World Junior Team Championships 2025. Japan’s Satomi Watanabe bagged the senior ASF Women’s Player of the Year award.

Tripura Panchayats Win Top Honours at Panchayat Satat Vikas Puraskar 2025

Three Panchayats of Tripura won top honours in the Deen Dayal Upadhyay and Nanaji Deshmukh Panchayat Satat Vikas Puraskar 2025, showcasing excellence in local governance. Sepahijala district was ranked the best District Panchayat, while Kanchabari topped in the Health-Friendly category and Baikunthapur secured third place in the Women-Friendly category.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Lok Sabha Passes Bill Declaring Amaravati as Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh

The Lok Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 to recognise Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh, with Congress supporting the move while YSR Congress staged a walkout. The Bill was passed by voice vote after a detailed debate and will now be sent to the Rajya Sabha and then to the President for final assent.