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DAYS AND EVENTS - January 2026

Jan 2026

Apr 12, 2026

Kerala Assembly elections held on 9 April 2026; counting on 4 May 2026

Polling for the 2026 Kerala Legislative Assembly was held in a single phase on 9 April 2026 across 140 constituencies. The Election Commission of India announced the schedule earlier in April, and turnout was around 78 percent. Counting of votes is scheduled for 4 May 2026. The election pitted the Left Democratic Front led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan against the United Democratic Front led by Congress, with NDA and regional parties contesting. National leaders visited Kerala during the campaign, underscoring the poll's significance for both state and national politics.

Polling date: 9 April 2026 for 140 seats.
Turnout: approximately 78 percent.
Counting date: 4 May 2026.
Main contenders: LDF (Vijayan) vs. UDF (Congress).
Campaign activity: visits by national leaders.
Significance: potential impact on state and national politics.

Apr 11, 2026

Kerala, Assam and Puducherry hold elections on 9 April 2026; results on 4 May

India’s states of Kerala, Assam and the union territory of Puducherry voted on 9 April 2026 in a significant round of assembly elections. The Election Commission fixed polling in Kerala and Puducherry on 9 April, with counting anticipated by 4 May 2026. Campaigns covered local governance issues alongside national concerns, with Kerala's traditional LDF versus UDF contest and Assam’s evolving political dynamics drawing particular attention. The results on 4 May will determine which parties form governments in these key regions and may influence the broader political arithmetic in the country.

Polling held on 9 April 2026 in Kerala, Assam and Puducherry.
Counting planned for 4 May 2026.
Kerala’s LDF vs UDF contest; Assam's evolving political scene.
Outcomes may affect national political dynamics.
ECI administered and monitored polls.

Apr 10, 2026

IIM Rohtak wins Hermes Dialogue 6.0

IIM Rohtak won Hermes’ Dialogue 6.0, a national-level debate hosted by Birla Institute of Management Technology. The winning team, LeBroom, demonstrated strong analytical and speaking skills, beating finalists from premier institutes. FORE School of Management’s Team Magnus finished as runners-up, while Shri Ram College of Commerce’s Team Strategy was second runners-up. Other finalists included teams from IIM Udaipur, IIT Patna and the International Management Institute. The 2026 edition explored whether nations should prioritise energy independence to secure global energy security amid rising geopolitical tensions. The event highlighted the growing importance of global policy discussions within Indian management education.

Winner: IIM Rohtak, Team LeBroom
Runners-up: FORE School of Management, Shri Ram College of Commerce
Finalists included IIM Udaipur, IIT Patna, International Management Institute
Theme: Energy independence and global energy security

Apr 08, 2026

World Health Day 2026 reaffirmed by WHO as global observance

World Health Day 2026 reaffirms the World Health Organization's commitment to a global health agenda. Observed on 7 April, the event emphasizes the theme of Together for health Stand with science and promotes science driven policies and cross-border collaboration. WHO officials urge member states to strengthen health systems, accelerate research, and share data to improve public health outcomes. The observance also highlights One Health concepts that link human and animal health with environmental stewardship. The campaign encourages scientists, policymakers, and civil society to work together for equitable health access and resilient health systems.

Global observance on 7 April 2026
Theme: Together for health Stand with science
Advocates science driven policies and data sharing
Emphasizes One Health linking humans, animals, environment
Calls for stronger health systems and research
Aims for equitable health access and resilience

World Health Day 2026 observed under theme Together for health Stand with science

World Health Day 2026 was observed on 7 April under the global banner Together for health Stand with science. Led by the World Health Organization, the day launched a year-long effort to promote evidence based healthcare, trust in science, and international collaboration for a safer, healthier future. The campaign highlights the One Health approach linking human, animal, plant, and environmental health through scientific research and cross border cooperation. It calls on governments, health agencies, and communities to strengthen health systems, share data openly, and support science led decision making. The observance marks the start of a global movement toward practical health solutions for evolving challenges.

Date observed: 7 April 2026
Theme: Together for health Stand with science
WHO leads a year-long evidence based health initiative
One Health approach connects humans, animals, plants, environment
Emphasizes data sharing, science trust, and global collaboration
Marks a launch of a global movement for science driven health solutions

Apr 07, 2026

World marks International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2026

World marks the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace on 6 April 2026. The United Nations designated the day in 2013 and has observed it since 2014. The 2026 theme is 'Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers', emphasizing sport as a tool for unity, inclusion, and global cooperation. The day highlights how athletes and the Olympic Movement contribute to peaceful societies through sport. The observance also reflects how sport connects cultures, regions, and conflicts and promotes social and economic inclusion through active participation. It is celebrated worldwide, including in India, with programs that use sport to foster education and community development.

Date: 6 April 2026; theme 'Sport: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers'.
UN designated the day in 2013; observed since 2014.
Sports are highlighted as tools for unity, inclusion and cooperation.
Athletes and the Olympic Movement are recognized for peaceful society contributions.
Worldwide observance includes initiatives in India.

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