August 2025 Important Days: August 2025 includes several important national and international days, each observed for different causes such as health, history, environment, equality, and cultural heritage. From Independence Day in India to World Photography Day and Raksha Bandhan, the month includes events to reflect, learn and raise awareness. These days are also important for students preparing for competitive exams, especially for general knowledge and current affairs sections.
Here is the list of important days and events in August 2025| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 1 August | World Lung Cancer Day, Yorkshire Day |
| 1–7 August | World Breastfeeding Week |
| 3 August | Friendship Day (First Sunday of August) |
| 6 August | Hiroshima Day |
| 7 August | National Handloom Day (India) |
| 8 August | Quit India Movement Day |
| 9 August | Nagasaki Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Raksha Bandhan |
| 12 August | International Youth Day, World Elephant Day |
| 13 August | Lefthanders Day, Organ Donation Day |
| 15 August | Independence Day (India), Assumption of Mary |
| 16 August | Janmashtami (Smarta tradition) |
| 17 August | Indonesian Independence Day |
| 19 August | World Photography Day, World Humanitarian Day |
| 20 August | World Mosquito Day, Sadbhavana Diwas, Akshay Urja Diwas |
| 23 August | Remembrance of Slave Trade & Abolition Day |
| 26 August | Women’s Equality Day, Krishna Janmashtami (Vaishnava) |
| 27 August | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 29 August | National Sports Day (India), Anti-Nuclear Tests Day |
| 31 August | Overdose Awareness Day, Hari Merdeka (Malaysia) |
These observances serve not only as reminders of the past but also as opportunities to support health campaigns, promote unity, celebrate culture, and advocate for equality and sustainability.
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