“IMPORTANT DAYS”

World AIDS Vaccine Day 2026

On May 18th World AIDS Vaccine Day 2026 is being observed around the world. This day highlights the urgent need for an effective vaccine against HIV which causes AIDS. This day recognizes the efforts of scientists, healthcare workers, researchers, volunteers and community organizations who are working tirelessly to fight the HIV epidemic.

International Museum Day 2026

International Museum Day 2026 will be celebrated around the world on 18th of May, 2026. This day will bring the attention to the growing importance of the museum in a rapidly changing changing and dived world. For the year the theme of the day is ‘Museums Uniting a Divided World’ and will highlight the role of the museums as spaces for the cultural dialogue, inclusion, education and peace-building.

Sikkim Statehood Day 2026: Celebrating 51 Years of Statehood in India

Sikkim celebrates the Statehood Day 2026 on 16th May every year since the formation of state in year 1975. This Himalayan state marks the 51 years of becoming the part of India. This day is just more than political anniversary and this occasion reflects the Sikkim’s journey of democracy, cultural preservation, environmental leadership. Sikkim Statehood Day is also known as Sikkim Foundation Day and it marks the date when Sikkim formally joined the Indian Union as a full fledged state. Each year, this day is celebrated across the state via official ceremonies, cultural programs, educational activities and public commemorations.

“AWARDS”

PM Modi Receives Sweden’s Top Civil Honour During Official Visit

Honorable Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi has been awarded with the Sweden’s prestigious Royal Order of the Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross. This is the highest honor that the Scandinavian country can confer upon any Head of Government. The award was presented during the PM Modi’s visit official visit to Sweden where he is holding the bilateral talks with the Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.

“APPOINTMENTS”

V. D. Satheesan Takes Oath as Kerala Chief Minister

VD Satheesan from Indian national Congress has taken the oath as the new Chief Minister of Kerala on May 18 in Central Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram. He will leading the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) which came back to power after a decade. In the historical political transition as entire 21 member Cabinet taking oath along with the Chief Minister.

Rathindra Bose Elected Speaker of 18th West Bengal Assembly Unopposed

Rathindra Bose has been elected unopposed as the post of Speaker of 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly. His election to the chair marks historic step as he became the first legislator from North Bengal to occupy the Speaker’s post in the post independence history. In the recent Assembly elections BJP emerged as largest party in mandate and Shri Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as Chief Minister of state few days ago. He is a BJP legislator and representing the Cooch Behar Dakshin constituency which is important location in North Bengal. He is chartered accountant by profession and longtime organizational worker and his rise reflects the changing political dynamics in state.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

India’s First Satellite Tagged Ganges Softshell Turtle Released in Kaziranga

India’s first satellite tagged Ganges softshell turtle released in the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. This initiative was launched on Endangered Species Day and it aims to track the movement and habitat of this rare species.

The Ganges softshell turtle (Nilssonia gangetica) is a unique freshwater species found across the India.