Top Current Affairs of the Day for 12th May
- International Nurses Day celebrated on 12th May. The theme for International Nurses Day 2025 is “Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies”. This theme emphasizes the importance of prioritizing nurses’ well-being, highlighting how investing in their health and well-being strengthens the healthcare system and the economy as a whole.
- The International Day of Plant Health has celebrated annually on May 12. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role that healthy plants play in feeding the world, protecting ecosystems, and supporting economic development.
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Union Minister Manohar Lal inaugurated the Bharat Bodh Kendra at New Delhi’s India Habitat Centre on 10 May 2025. This facility will integrate with the Habitat Library and Resource Centre which serves as a specialised hub designed to deepen public understanding of India’s civilizational legacy.
- Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has received widespread support from political leaders and diplomats after facing a wave of online abuse following his statement on Pakistan’s violations of the recently agreed India-Pakistan ceasefire. Misri who has been serving as Foreign Secretary since 2024.
- National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested Kashmir Singh Galwaddi who was a key Khalistani operative and one of the escapees from the high-profile 2016 Nabha jail break.
- The Supreme Court has ruled it cannot direct Tamil Nadu, Kerala, or West Bengal to implement the National Education Policy saying such decisions are outside its constitutional powers under Article 32.
- Renowned agricultural scientist Dr Subbanna Ayyappan was found dead in the bank of Cauvery. He was missing since 7th May. His scooter discovered abandoned near the Sai Ashram riverbank.
- India shot down Pakistani Mirage jet during Operation Sindoor. Operation targeted 9 terror camps in Pakistan and POK on May 7. Finally India and Pak agreed to ceasefire on May 10.
- The United Nations, in collaboration with the World Health Organization is organizing the 8th Global Road Safety Week from 12th May to 18th May. The theme was #MakeWalkingSafe and #MakeCyclingSafe. The event aims to promote road safety measures that protect pedestrians and cyclists.
- The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a major offensive involving 71 coordinated attacks at more than 51 locations across Balochistan.
- Virat Kohli announces retirement from Test Cricket marking the end of an era in Indian Cricket.