Miscellaneous Current Affairs · 22 May 2026

International Tea Day observed on May 21 with theme 'Fostering Growth and Inclusion'

Exam-focused facts from the 22 May 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • International Tea Day is observed annually on May 21.
  • The official themes for International Tea Day 2026 are Fostering Growth and Inclusion and Sustaining Tea, Supporting Communities.
  • The United Nations (UN) recognised International Tea Day in 2019 to honour tea farmers and raise awareness of tea's cultural, health, and economic significance.
  • Tea's origins date back thousands of years to ancient China.
  • Indian regional tea varieties include Masala chai (spiced with cardamom, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper), Adrak chai (ginger tea), and Kahwa (green tea with saffron and almonds).

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