Current Affairs · April 2026
TNPSC current affairs for April 2026, grouped by day.
30 April 2026
12 storiesInternational Jazz Day Observed (30 April)
International Jazz Day was observed on 30 April, a UNESCO-designated day celebrating jazz and its role in promoting dialogue and cultural understanding.
Bangladesh begins fuel loading at Rooppur nuclear power plant Unit 1
Bangladesh began uranium fuel loading at Rooppur Unit-1 on 28 April 2026.
France announces fossil fuel phaseout roadmap to 2050
France unveiled a national roadmap on 29 April 2026 to phase out fossil fuels by 2050.
J P Nadda opens 10th National Summit on public health innovations in Chandigarh
J P Nadda inaugurated the 10th National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovations in Public Health Systems on 30 April 2026.
NMC removes MBBS seat cap and population norm in 2026 amendment
The National Medical Commission amended its regulations on 27 April 2026 to remove the MBBS seat cap.
APEDA sets up second BEDF basmati training centre in Uttar Pradesh
APEDA acquired 7 acres in Pilibhit on 28 April 2026 to establish a basmati and organic training centre.
FSSAI draft norms target eco-friendly pan masala packaging in 2026
FSSAI issued a draft amendment on 28 April 2026 to regulate pan masala packaging materials.
Oxford and Serum Institute license R78C malaria vaccine candidate in April 2026
The University of Oxford licensed the R78C malaria vaccine candidate to Serum Institute of India on 25 April 2026.
CERT-In hosts SAMVAAD 2026 cybersecurity conference in Goa
CERT-In organised SAMVAAD 2026 in Goa from 27 to 29 April 2026 to strengthen India’s cyber audit ecosystem.
Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0 covers 2,59,867 Gram Panchayats
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj released PAI 2.0 for FY 2023-24 on 24 April 2026.
MoSPI releases Women and Men in India 2025 with 50 indicators
MoSPI released the 27th edition of Women and Men in India 2025 on 29 April 2026 in Bhubaneswar.
RBI Mission SAKSHAM to train 1.40 lakh UCB participants in 2026
RBI launched Mission SAKSHAM on 29 April 2026 to build capacity in the urban cooperative banking sector.
29 April 2026
11 storiesNITI Aayog Releases 'DPI@2047' Digital Infrastructure Roadmap
NITI Aayog released 'DPI@2047 for Viksit Bharat', a phased roadmap for digital public infrastructure to support India's $30 trillion economy target by 2047.
Hemant Burman Wins Silver at ISSF Junior World Cup; India Tops Tally
Indian shooter Hemant Burman won silver in the Men's 50m Rifle 3-Position at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 in Cairo, where India topped the medal tally with 16 medals.
IRCTC Launches 'Bharat-Bhutan' Bharat Gaurav Tourist Train
IRCTC announced a 14-day 'Bharat-Bhutan Mystic Mountain' Bharat Gaurav tourist train from Delhi, covering Northeast India and Bhutan via the Phuentsholing border.
IITM inaugurates Mahabaleshwar X-band Doppler radar and signs ISRO SAC MoU
On 24 April 2026, IITM inaugurated an X-band Doppler Weather Radar at Mahabaleshwar and signed an MoU with ISRO’s SAC.
MoEFCC-NBA launch five-year biodiversity governance project in Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya
A five-year project from 2025 to 2030 was launched on 26 April 2026 to strengthen biodiversity governance in Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya.
India becomes the world’s fifth-largest military spender in 2025, SIPRI says
SIPRI data released on 28 April 2026 showed India spent $92.1 billion in 2025 and ranked fifth globally in military expenditure.
RBI clears MobiKwik’s NBFC plan; new lending arm to serve Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities
On 27 April 2026, RBI approved One MobiKwik Systems Ltd’s NBFC application and the company announced MobiKwik Financial Services Private Ltd.
PV Sindhu elected BWF Athletes’ Commission Chair with voting seat on BWF Council
PV Sindhu began her term as Chair of the BWF Athletes’ Commission on 27 April 2026 and gained a full voting seat on the BWF Council.
Ladakh gets five new districts: Sham, Nubra, Changthang, Zanskar and Drass
On 27 April 2026, Ladakh notified five new districts, taking the Union Territory total to seven districts.
IRCTC’s Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC train to Bhutan: 14-day Delhi–Phuentsholing tourist circuit
IRCTC announced a 14-day Bharat-Bhutan Mystic Mountain Tour from 5 to 18 May 2026 using a Bharat Gaurav Deluxe AC Tourist train.
India’s 2035 NDC update to UNFCCC: 60% non-fossil power and 47% lower emissions intensity
India submitted updated NDCs for 2031-2035 to the UNFCCC on 24 April 2026 with quantified clean-energy and carbon-sink targets.
28 April 2026
11 storiesIndia Becomes World's Fifth-Largest Military Spender (SIPRI)
According to SIPRI data, India spent $92.1 billion on defence in 2025, an 8.9% rise, making it the world's fifth-largest military spender, accounting for 3.2% of global expenditure.
PM Modi Marks 50 Years of Sikkim's Statehood with ₹4,000 Crore Projects
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated 30+ development projects worth about ₹4,000 crore in Gangtok marking Sikkim's 50th statehood anniversary, including the state's first railway line.
Indian Army Hosts First Multilateral Exercise 'Pragati' in Meghalaya
The Indian Army launched Exercise Pragati at Umroi, Meghalaya, the first multilateral military exercise involving 11 nations, focused on Indian Ocean Region security.
Raghu Rai, Padma Shri photojournalist and first Indian in Magnum Photos, died in April 2026
Eminent photojournalist Raghu Rai died in New Delhi on 26 April 2026 at the age of 83.
Kathua’s six border villages added to Vibrant Village Programme-II in April 2026
Six villages in Kathua district were brought under Vibrant Village Programme-II on 25 April 2026 for saturation of central schemes.
Akashvani and Prasar Bharati launch 2026 signature tune and jingle contests on MyGov
Akashvani and Prasar Bharati launched nationwide tune and jingle contests on 25 April 2026 with cash prizes and MyGov submissions.
DoP and DTDC sign 2026 logistics MoU to use 1.64 lakh post offices for parcel delivery
The Department of Posts and DTDC signed an MoU in New Delhi on 27 April 2026 to integrate networks for parcel delivery.
India-Africa Forum Summit IV website, logo and theme launched for May 2026 New Delhi summit
S. Jaishankar launched the logo, theme and website for the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit scheduled in New Delhi on 31 May 2026.
Asia’s first UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development launched in Pune in April 2026
Jayant Chaudhary launched Asia’s first UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Pune.
Supreme Court-backed ICU standards set 3-level hospital classification and nurse ratios in April 2026
On 28 April 2026, the Supreme Court endorsed minimum ICU guidelines and asked States and UTs to submit compliance plans by 18 May 2026.
India–New Zealand FTA signed in April 2026: tariff cuts, 5,000-visa quota and 100% duty-free access
India and New Zealand signed an FTA on 27 April 2026 with tariff liberalisation, services access and a 5,000-visa quota.
27 April 2026
11 storiesFive New Districts Created in Ladakh
Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor notified five new districts — Nubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar and Drass — raising the Union Territory's district count to seven.
PV Sindhu Becomes Chair of BWF Athletes' Commission
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu took charge as Chair of the BWF Athletes' Commission, gaining voting rights on the BWF Council.
RBI Grants NBFC Licence to MobiKwik
The RBI approved MobiKwik's wholly-owned NBFC subsidiary, MobiKwik Financial Services Pvt Ltd, to offer secured and unsecured lending focused on Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
Jio Financial Services and Allianz sign 50:50 insurance joint venture in India
JFSL and Allianz signed a binding agreement in April 2026 to create a 50:50 primary insurance joint venture and a reinsurance entity.
BharatGen and L&T subsidiaries to build India’s sovereign AI compute platform in Kanchipuram
BharatGen Technology Foundation partnered with L&T subsidiaries on a fully indigenous AI compute platform under the IndiaAI mission.
Jaipur workshop advances cooperative reform drive and PACS expansion in April 2026
The Ministry of Cooperation held its first regional workshop in Jaipur to push the Sahkar se Samriddhi reform agenda.
NITI Aayog-backed report proposes directly elected mayors for million-plus cities in 2026
A NITI Aayog report released in April 2026 proposed governance reforms for million-plus cities, including directly elected mayors.
HUDCO marks 56th Foundation Day with UiWIN and Urban Challenge Fund in April 2026
HUDCO celebrated its 56th Foundation Day and launched new urban finance initiatives under MoHUA in April 2026.
DRDO unveils Advanced Armoured Platforms at VRDE, Ahilyanagar in April 2026
DRDO unveiled new tracked and wheeled Advanced Armoured Platforms at VRDE in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra.
DPIIT issues ₹10,000 crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 guidelines in April 2026
DPIIT released operational guidelines for the ₹10,000 crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 to support startup capital deployment.
NMBA 2.0 and SMILE-Beggary apps launched by Social Justice Ministry in April 2026
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment launched two digital tools in April 2026 for drug-demand reduction and beggary survey monitoring.
26 April 2026
2 storiesBiodiversity Governance Project Launched in Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya
MoEFCC and the National Biodiversity Authority launched a $4.88 million GEF-UNDP biodiversity project (2025-2030) covering the Sathyamangalam landscape in Tamil Nadu and the Garo Hills in Meghalaya.
Sabastian Sawe Runs First Competitive Sub-Two-Hour Marathon
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe clocked 1:59:30 at the London Marathon, becoming the first athlete to complete a competitive marathon under two hours.
25 April 2026
11 storiesIndia Approves ₹30 Billion Currency Swap for Maldives
India approved a ₹30 billion currency withdrawal for the Maldives under the SAARC Currency Swap Framework to support its macroeconomic stability.
Justice Lisa Gill Appointed Chief Justice of A.P. High Court
President Droupadi Murmu appointed Justice Lisa Gill as Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, effective 25 April, succeeding Dhiraj Singh Thakur.
India's First Integrated Lithium-Ion Battery & Rare-Earth Recycling Facility
Rocklink India inaugurated India's first integrated lithium-ion battery and rare-earth recycling facility at Sikandrabad, Uttar Pradesh, with a 10,000-tonne annual capacity.
Pakistan Navy test-fires indigenously developed Taimoor cruise missile
On 21 April 2026, Pakistan Navy successfully flight-tested the indigenously developed Taimoor air-launched cruise missile.
Turkey bans social media use for children under 15 in 2026 law
Turkey’s parliament passed a law on 24 April 2026 banning social media use for children under 15 and tightening age verification rules.
Rajesh Kumar Agarwal appointed Director (Finance) of Power Finance Corporation
Rajesh Kumar Agarwal was appointed Director (Finance) of Power Finance Corporation Limited on 23 April 2026.
Nasscom appoints Srikanth Velamakanni as Chairperson in April 2026
Nasscom appointed Fractal co-founder Srikanth Velamakanni as Chairperson on 23 April 2026, with Kishor Patil as Vice Chairperson.
Rocklink India sets up India’s first integrated lithium-ion battery and rare earth recycling facility
Rocklink India set up India’s first integrated lithium-ion battery and rare earth recycling facility at Sikandrabad, Uttar Pradesh, on 25 April 2026.
Eveready commissions India’s first alkaline battery plant in Jammu
Eveready Industries commissioned India’s first alkaline battery manufacturing facility in Jammu on 22 April 2026 with a ₹200 crore investment.
Pay Point India becomes first private fintech in RBI Centralised Payment System
On 25 April 2026, Pay Point India Network became the first private-sector fintech to get direct membership in the RBI’s Centralised Payment System.
PM Internship Scheme expands to final-year UG and PG students in 2026
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs expanded the PM Internship Scheme on 23 April 2026 to include final-year UG and PG students with NOC-based eligibility.
24 April 2026
11 storiesRashtriya Panchayati Raj Diwas Observed (24 April)
National Panchayati Raj Day was observed on 24 April; the government launched the Panchayat Advancement Index 2.0 and digital governance tools at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
RBI Approves Third Term for Karur Vysya Bank MD & CEO
The RBI approved the reappointment of B. Ramesh Babu as MD & CEO of the Tamil Nadu-based Karur Vysya Bank for a third two-year term, effective 29 July 2026.
MeitY Launches IIT Madras Silicon Photonics Solutions
The Ministry of Electronics & IT launched silicon photonics technology solutions developed at IIT Madras, including a 50+ component process design kit (PDK) and an automated test engine.
Project DANTAK Marks 66th Raising Day in Bhutan
The Border Roads Organisation's Project DANTAK marked its 66th Raising Day in Thimphu; since 1961 it has built over 1,500 km of roads and major airports in Bhutan.
Turkey Bans Social Media for Children Under 15
Turkey's parliament passed a law banning social media use for children under 15, requiring age verification and local representatives for platforms.
Government expands PM-AASHA procurement for masoor in Bihar and chana in Chhattisgarh
On 23 April 2026, the Centre expanded PM-AASHA procurement in Bihar and Chhattisgarh with new targets for masoor and chana.
Centre notifies eco-sensitive zone around Uttar Pradesh’s Barasingha Sanctuary
The Environment Ministry on 16 April 2026 issued a draft notification for a 408.7 sq km eco-sensitive zone around Barasingha Wildlife Sanctuary.
Bharat Connect adds Postal Life Insurance for digital premium payments through NBBL
On 21 April 2026, NBBL onboarded Postal Life Insurance on Bharat Connect for digital premium payments.
Finland opens the world’s first deep geological repository for radioactive waste at Olkiluoto
Finland on 24 April 2026 finalized the first deep geological repository to permanently store radioactive nuclear waste.
IIT Ropar launches India’s first integrated agricultural intelligence ecosystem through ANNAM.AI
IIT Ropar on 21 April 2026 launched ANNAM.AI, a three-layer agricultural intelligence ecosystem for farmers.
RBI’s April 2026 e-mandate framework eases recurring digital payments up to ₹15,000
RBI on 22 April 2026 waived OTP for recurring payments up to ₹15,000 under a consolidated digital payments e-mandate framework.
23 April 2026
12 storiesPM Internship Scheme Opened to Final-Year Students
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs expanded the PM Internship Scheme to include final-year UG and PG students aged 18-25, offering a monthly stipend of ₹9,000.
Srikanth Velamakanni Appointed Nasscom Chairperson
Fractal co-founder Srikanth Velamakanni was appointed Chairperson of Nasscom, succeeding Sindhu Gangadharan; Kishor Patil of KPIT was elected Vice Chairperson.
INS Sudarshini Reaches Las Palmas, Spain on Lokayan 26
Indian Navy sail training ship INS Sudarshini reached Las Palmas, Spain during its Lokayan 26 overseas deployment — the first Indian Navy visit to the Canary Islands.
NASA completed the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope ahead of its September 2026 launch
NASA completed the Roman Space Telescope on 22 April 2026, eight months ahead of schedule, with launch planned for early September 2026.
Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary became India’s 99th Ramsar site in April 2026
Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, was designated a Ramsar site on 22 April 2026.
India selected among 12 countries for FIFA Women’s Development Programme in 2026
India was selected on 22 April 2026 for FIFA’s Women’s Development Programme, which will run online from May to October 2026.
NITRD became India’s first Zero Waste to Landfill healthcare campus in April 2026
NITRD was recognised on 22 April 2026 as India’s first Zero Waste to Landfill healthcare institution under SBM Urban 2.0.
India International Water Week 2026 launched with 9th edition scheduled in New Delhi
C. R. Patil launched the portal and brochure for IIWW-2026 on 22 April 2026, with the event set for 22–26 September 2026 in New Delhi.
World Earth Day 2026 observed on 22 April with theme Our Power, Our Planet
World Earth Day 2026 was observed on 22 April across more than 190 countries with the theme Our Power, Our Planet.
INS Nireekshak joined IN-SLN DIVEX 2026 in Colombo with BHISM cubes and ammunition handover
INS Nireekshak reached Colombo for the 4th IN-SLN DIVEX from 21 to 27 April 2026 and supported Sri Lanka with BHISM cubes and 50,000 rounds of ammunition.
VM Frames competition launched in April 2026 to mark 150 years of Vande Mataram
The Ministry of Culture launched VM Frames on 22 April 2026 with prizes up to ₹50 lakh and a 7 May 2026 deadline.
TDIP Scheme revised in April 2026 to boost indigenous telecom R&D and 6G participation
The Ministry of Communications revised the TDIP Scheme guidelines on 22 April 2026 with ₹203 crore outlay for 2026–31.
22 April 2026
8 storiesIndia Adds 99th Ramsar Site: Shekha Jheel, Uttar Pradesh
India added its 99th Ramsar (wetland of international importance) site with the inclusion of Shekha Jheel in Uttar Pradesh, announced around 22 April.
Earth Day Observed (22 April)
Earth Day was observed worldwide on 22 April to promote environmental protection and climate awareness.
Former Andhra Pradesh CM Nadendla Bhaskara Rao Passes Away
Nadendla Bhaskara Rao, a former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and a co-founder of the Telugu Desam Party, passed away at the age of 90.
Eveready Commissions India's First Alkaline Battery Unit in Jammu
Eveready Industries commissioned India's first alkaline battery manufacturing facility in Jammu with a ₹200 crore investment and 360 million-unit annual capacity.
India’s new integrated Commerce website and bilingual app launched with 22-language support
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry launched a new integrated website and bilingual mobile app on 15 April 2026 with 22-language support.
DoT-SEBI MoU to curb telecom frauds: FRI, MNRL and 88 lakh disconnections
DoT and SEBI signed an MoU on 15 April 2026 to share telecom fraud indicators and strengthen action against financial scams.
Urban Challenge Fund guidelines launched with ₹1 lakh crore central assistance
The Union government launched the Urban Challenge Fund guidelines on 15 April 2026 with ₹1 lakh crore central assistance to mobilise ₹4 lakh crore in urban infrastructure.
India’s March 2026 WPI inflation at 3.88%: key base-year and sector facts
India’s wholesale inflation for March 2026 stood at 3.88%, with manufactured products carrying the highest weight in the WPI basket.
21 April 2026
13 storiesNational Civil Services Day Observed (21 April)
National Civil Services Day was observed on 21 April, commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 1947 address to administrative officers describing them as the 'steel frame of India'.
MeitY sets up TPEC for rules-based AI governance in India
MeitY constituted the Technology and Policy Expert Committee on April 18, 2026, to support a rules-based AI governance framework.
Cabinet approves Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with sovereign guarantee of ₹12,980 crore
The Union Cabinet approved the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool on April 18, 2026, to provide domestic maritime insurance support with a ₹12,980 crore sovereign guarantee.
Cabinet extends PMGSY-III to March 2028 with revised outlay of ₹83,977 crore
The Union Cabinet extended PMGSY-III beyond March 2025 until March 2028 on April 18, 2026, with a revised budget of ₹83,977 crore.
UIDAI onboards 100 entities for Aadhaar offline verification in three months
UIDAI onboarded 100 Offline Verification Seeking Entities on April 20, 2026, expanding QR code-based Aadhaar verification without real-time database access.
Textiles Ministry sets zero raw jute stock limit for traders and balers
The Ministry of Textiles set zero stock limits for raw jute traders and balers on April 20, 2026, to curb hoarding and stabilize supply.
Minority Affairs Ministry signs PM VIKAS MoU with IIT Patna for 600 Bihar youth
The Ministry of Minority Affairs partnered with IIT Patna on April 20, 2026, to train 600 minority youth from Bihar under PM VIKAS.
C-DOT and Jumps Automation sign pact for indigenous cybersecurity gamification platform
C-DOT signed an agreement with Jumps Automation on April 20, 2026, to build an indigenous gamification platform for cybersecurity awareness.
Samriddh Gram nominated for WSIS Prizes 2026 under AL C6
Samriddh Gram was nominated for WSIS Prizes 2026 under Action Line AL C6, with voting open until May 3, 2026.
India-Uzbekistan DUSTLIK 2026 begins in Namangan from April 20 to 25
The 7th India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise DUSTLIK 2026 is being held in Namangan, Uzbekistan, from April 20 to 25, 2026.
NITI Aayog releases 7th Trade Watch Quarterly with 1.6% export growth
NITI Aayog released the 7th Trade Watch Quarterly in New Delhi on April 20, 2026, highlighting trade trends and the gems and jewellery sector.
Railways allows valid UDID card holders in unreserved Divyangjan coaches
Indian Railways said PwDs with a valid UDID card can travel in unreserved Divyangjan coaches of Mail and Express trains.
India Post records ₹15,296 crore revenue in FY 2025-26; new Speed Post products launched
India Post reported ₹15,296 crore revenue in FY 2025-26, with 16% growth and new time-bound delivery products.
20 April 2026
12 storiesTextiles Ministry Launches 'Vishwa Sutra' to Promote Indian Weaves
The Union Textiles Ministry launched 'Vishwa Sutra' on 20 April to promote traditional Indian weaves and handlooms on the global stage.
Union Cabinet Approves Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool
The Union Cabinet approved the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool on 20 April to strengthen India's self-reliance in marine insurance and reduce dependence on foreign reinsurers.
India Introduces 'Abhay' AI Tool Against Online Scams
India introduced 'Abhay', an AI-based tool designed to detect and protect people from online financial scams and cyber fraud, reported on 20 April.
Kankaria Becomes India's First 'Water Neutral' Railway Depot
Ahmedabad's Kankaria Coaching Depot became India's first 'water neutral' railway coaching depot, recognised on 20 April for sustainable water management.
Meghalaya Cabinet recognises Khasi and Garo as official languages in 2026 ordinance
Meghalaya approved an ordinance on 16 April 2026 to expand Khasi and Garo use in administration and examinations.
Shubhankar Sharma wins inaugural ₹1 crore Boulders Classic in Hyderabad
Shubhankar Sharma won the inaugural Boulders Classic golf title in Hyderabad on 17 April 2026.
India fields 71 shooters in Cairo as Shiva Narwal and Sabeera Haris lead ISSF Junior World Cup squad
India sent its largest 71-member squad to the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 in Cairo from 19 to 27 April 2026.
BECIL and C-DAC sign MoU for AI, ML, 5G and IoT digital transformation
BECIL and C-DAC signed an MoU on 18 April 2026 to collaborate on AI, ML, 5G and IoT solutions.
BWSSB becomes India’s first water utility with ISO 50001:2018 energy management certification
BWSSB received India’s first ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management systems on 14 April 2026.
Punjab Governor assents to anti-sacrilege Bill with life imprisonment and ₹25 lakh fine
Punjab’s 2026 amendment bill on sacrilege prescribes life imprisonment and a fine up to ₹25 lakh for beadbi against Guru Granth Sahib.
Meghalaya recognises Khasi and Garo as official languages through 2026 ordinance
Meghalaya Cabinet approved an ordinance in April 2026 to recognise Khasi and Garo as official languages alongside English.
SBI projects 6.8%–7% GDP growth for FY 2026-27 amid oil and El Niño risks
SBI Research projected India’s FY 2026-27 GDP growth at 6.8%–7% and flagged inflation, fiscal deficit, and external risks.
19 April 2026
4 storiesDRDO Develops Astra Mark-2 Beyond-Visual-Range Missile
DRDO developed the Astra Mark-2 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile, extending interception range to about 240 km, for integration with fighter jets including the Mirage 2000.
Hussain Sagar Lake Hit by Algal Bloom from Eutrophication
Hyderabad's Hussain Sagar Lake suffered a severe algal bloom and foul odour caused by eutrophication — excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus entering the water.
Allahabad High Court Upholds Tharu Tribe's Forest Rights
The Allahabad High Court overturned the rejection of forest rights claims of the Tharu tribe, a Scheduled Tribe residing in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Bihar.
Developing Nations Launch a Borrowers' Platform at IMF–World Bank Meetings
Developing nations launched a Borrowers' Platform at the IMF–World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 to coordinate positions on sovereign debt and financing concerns.
18 April 2026
11 storiesWorld Heritage Day Observed (18 April)
World Heritage Day (International Day for Monuments and Sites) was observed on 18 April to promote awareness about preserving cultural heritage, as designated by ICOMOS.
Harivansh Narayan Singh elected unopposed as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for third term
Harivansh Narayan Singh was elected unopposed on 17 April 2026 as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman for a third consecutive term.
India slips to sixth largest economy in IMF estimate for 2025
IMF-linked estimates on 16 April 2026 placed India at $3.92 trillion GDP in 2025, behind Japan and the UK.
India and China hold SCO bilateral consultations in New Delhi
India and China held SCO consultations in New Delhi on 17 April 2026 to review regional cooperation, security, trade and connectivity.
India and New Zealand to sign Free Trade Agreement on 27 April 2026
India and New Zealand are scheduled to sign an FTA on 27 April 2026, marking a major trade and diplomatic development.
IndiaAI Mission selects 10 startups for second cohort of global acceleration programme
IndiaAI Mission selected 10 startups on 17 April 2026 for a 3-week online module and 3-month residency in Paris under MeitY.
Grappling Federation of India appoints Professor Sikander Kumar as Chairman
Professor Sikander Kumar, a Rajya Sabha MP from Himachal Pradesh, was appointed Chairman of the Grappling Federation of India on 17 April 2026.
LIC launches MyLIC and Super Sales Saathi apps on DIVE platform
LIC launched two apps in Mumbai on 15 April 2026 for policy servicing, premium payments and sales tracking.
MCA becomes first state cricket body in India to launch central contract system for domestic players
Mumbai Cricket Association launched a central contract system on 16 April 2026 for domestic players from the 2026-27 season.
Sahibzada Farhan and Arundhati Reddy named ICC Players of the Month for February 2026
ICC named Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan and India’s Arundhati Reddy as Players of the Month for February 2026.
World Haemophilia Day 2026 marked on 17 April with diagnosis-first theme
World Haemophilia Day 2026 was observed on 17 April with the theme 'Diagnosis: First step to care' and focus on undiagnosed cases.
17 April 2026
12 storiesR. Vaishali Wins FIDE Women's Candidates Tournament
Chennai's Grandmaster R. Vaishali won the FIDE Women's Candidates Tournament in Cyprus with 8.5/14 points, earning the right to challenge for the Women's World Championship.
India's Unemployment Rate Rises to Five-Month High of 5.1%
India's overall unemployment rate rose to a five-month high of 5.1% in March 2026, driven by higher urban joblessness; youth unemployment was notably higher.
Lok Sabha 131st Amendment Bill 2026: 850-seat expansion and women’s reservation framework
The Lok Sabha considered the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 on 16 April 2026 to expand seats to 850 and operationalise 33% women’s reservation.
India-Uzbekistan Dustlik 2026 begins in Namangan for joint special operations training
The 7th edition of Exercise Dustlik began on 16 April 2026 in Namangan, Uzbekistan, and will run till 25 April 2026.
India and Austria deepen ties with MoU on food safety and cooperation in New Delhi
On 16 April 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker signed agreements in New Delhi on food safety, military cooperation and counter-terrorism.
R. Vaishali wins FIDE Women’s Candidates 2026 in Cyprus to become world title challenger
R. Vaishali won the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus on 16 April 2026 with 8.5 points and earned a World Championship challenge.
FIU-IND and PFRDA sign MoU to strengthen AML and CFT cooperation
On 16 April 2026, FIU-IND and PFRDA signed an MoU to improve information sharing, risk assessment and training against money laundering and terror financing.
Andhra Pradesh and NRSC sign MoU to map lightning-prone areas and improve warnings
On 15 April 2026, Andhra Pradesh signed an MoU with NRSC to identify lightning-prone areas, strengthen early warnings and reduce fatalities.
Telangana launches AI literacy programme for 2 million government school students
On 16 April 2026, Telangana launched an AI literacy programme for nearly 2 million students in government schools with 2,000 laptops and 28,000 trained teachers.
Chhattisgarh sets up UCC drafting committee under Ranjana Prakash Desai
On 16 April 2026, the Chhattisgarh Cabinet approved a high-level committee to draft a Uniform Civil Code under retired judge Ranjana Prakash Desai.
Rajnath Singh pays tribute to Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh on 107th birth anniversary
On 15 April 2026, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid homage to Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh on his 107th birth anniversary.
Nari Shakti Vandan Run 2026 to be held in six cities on 17–18 April
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is organising the nationwide Nari Shakti Vandan Run on 17 and 18 April 2026 across six cities.
16 April 2026
12 storiesConstitution (131st Amendment) Bill Proposes Larger Lok Sabha
A Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill was taken up in the Lok Sabha proposing to expand its strength and to operationalise the 33% women's reservation alongside delimitation.
India–Uzbekistan Military Exercise 'Dustlik' Begins
The 7th edition of the India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise 'Dustlik' began in Namangan, Uzbekistan, focusing on joint special operations in mountainous terrain.
India and Austria Sign Cooperation Agreements
During the Austrian Chancellor's visit, India and Austria signed an MoU on food safety and a Letter of Intent on military cooperation and counter-terrorism collaboration.
World Voice Day Observed (16 April)
World Voice Day was observed on 16 April with the theme 'Caring for Our Voices!', highlighting vocal health and care for professional voice users.
OpenAI April 2026 report places India among top AI usage markets
OpenAI’s April 2026 report said India is among the top 5 countries for advanced AI usage, with strong concentration in major cities.
NIPER Mohali and Novartis sign Development Pioneer Grant agreement in April 2026
NIPER Mohali signed a grant agreement with Novartis on 15 April 2026 under the Department of Pharmaceuticals for pharmaceutical R&D.
Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 opened in New Delhi with focus on jointness and IOR
The first Naval Commanders’ Conference-2026 began on 14 April 2026 at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi, focusing on combat readiness, jointness and the Indian Ocean Region.
India’s integrated Commerce website and bilingual app launched in April 2026
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry launched a new integrated website and bilingual mobile app on 15 April 2026 with 22-language support and portal integrations.
India’s first university-based Quantum Reference Facility inaugurated at SRM University-AP
India’s first university-based Quantum Reference Facility was inaugurated at SRM University-AP on World Quantum Day, 14 April 2026.
DoT-SEBI MoU in April 2026: telecom fraud prevention and digital intelligence facts
DoT and SEBI signed an MoU on 15 April 2026 to curb telecom-linked financial frauds using shared indicators, digital intelligence and fraud detection tools.
Urban Challenge Fund launched in April 2026: ₹1 lakh crore push for urban infrastructure
The Urban Challenge Fund guidelines were launched on 15 April 2026 with ₹1 lakh crore central assistance to mobilise ₹4 lakh crore in urban investment.
India’s March 2026 WPI inflation at 3.88%: key wholesale price facts for TNPSC
India’s wholesale price inflation stood at 3.88% in March 2026, with crude petroleum, primary articles and manufactured products showing notable movements.
15 April 2026
11 storiesIndia's Exports Reach Record $860 Billion in FY 2025-26
India's total exports touched a record $860.09 billion in FY 2025-26, a 4.22% rise; imports grew faster to about $970 billion, widening the trade deficit.
Wholesale Price Index (WPI) Inflation at 3.88% in March 2026
India's Wholesale Price Index inflation for March 2026 stood at 3.88%, with primary articles at 6.36% and manufactured products at 3.39%.
Urban Challenge Fund Operational Guidelines Launched
Union Minister Manohar Lal launched operational guidelines for the ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund, intended to catalyse about ₹4 lakh crore of urban infrastructure investment, focused on Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
DoT and SEBI Sign MoU to Curb Telecom-Linked Financial Frauds
The Department of Telecommunications and SEBI signed an MoU to share fraud-risk indicators and revoked-mobile-number lists through the Digital Intelligence Platform.
Supreme Court seeks Centre, State replies on Right to Education implementation and NEP rollout
The Supreme Court issued notices on a PIL seeking full implementation of the RTE Act and uniform NEP application across States and UTs.
Lok Sabha strength proposed to rise to 850 under draft Bill linked to 2029 delimitation
The Centre proposed expanding Lok Sabha strength from 543 to 850, with the new seat pattern expected from the 2029 elections.
Marine heatwaves linked to 60% more billion-dollar cyclone disasters, study finds
A study released on 13 April 2026 found that marine heatwaves intensify tropical cyclones and raise billion-dollar disaster risk by 60%.
UN Women says Sudan sexual violence has quadrupled as conflict enters fourth year
UN Women reported on 15 April 2026 that sexual violence against women in Sudan has quadrupled since the war began.
Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor inaugurated with ₹12,000 crore outlay and 12-km wildlife corridor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor in Dehradun on 14 April 2026.
Punjab Assembly passes stricter sacrilege law with 10-year minimum jail and ₹25 lakh fine
Punjab passed an amendment bill on 13 April 2026 to impose tougher punishment for sacrilege against Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.
Bihar gets first BJP Chief Minister as Samrat Choudhary replaces Nitish Kumar
Nitish Kumar resigned on 14 April 2026, and Samrat Choudhary was chosen to lead the NDA government in Bihar.
14 April 2026
11 storiesAmbedkar Jayanti: 135th Birth Anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
The nation observed the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution and the country's first Law Minister, on 14 April.
Puthandu and Regional New Year / Harvest Festivals Celebrated
Tamil Nadu celebrated Puthandu (Tamil New Year) on 14 April, alongside regional new-year and harvest festivals across India such as Vishu, Vaisakhi, Bohag Bihu and Poila Boishakh.
Retail Inflation (CPI) Eases to 3.40% in March 2026
The Ministry of Statistics reported annual retail inflation of 3.40% for March 2026, with rural inflation at 3.63% and urban at 3.11%.
Ambedkar Jayanti 2026: key constitutional and social reform facts for TNPSC
April 14, 2026 marked Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, highlighting his role in the Constitution, social reform, and economic thought.
NCC and NIELIT sign cyber security training MoU for cadets nationwide
NCC and NIELIT signed an MoU on April 13, 2026 to launch a nationwide cyber security capacity-building programme for cadets.
Reliance Foundation and C-DAC launch e-SafeHER to train one million rural women
The e-SafeHER programme was launched on April 13, 2026 to train one million rural women in cybersecurity under MeitY’s ISEA programme.
Labour Ministry MoUs with Porter and Gigin expand National Career Service portal
On April 13, 2026, the Labour Ministry signed MoUs with Porter and Gigin to strengthen digital job matching through the NCS portal.
ICMR app for Community Health Officers launched under Ayushman Arogya Mandir network
The Health Ministry launched an ICMR-developed clinical workflow app for Community Health Officers on April 13, 2026.
ANRF reviews SARAL AI for multilingual research dissemination in 18 Indian languages
On April 13, 2026, ANRF’s SARAL AI was reviewed for converting research into podcasts, videos and briefs in 18 Indian languages.
HAL inaugurates Prachand LCH structure assembly line at Tumakuru in April 2026
HAL opened a Prachand Light Combat Helicopter structure assembly line and ASRS facility at Tumakuru, Karnataka, on April 13, 2026.
e-NAM crosses ₹4.84 lakh crore trade with 1,656 mandis by March 2026
By March 2026, e-NAM reported ₹4.84 lakh crore cumulative trade and 1,656 integrated mandis across India.
13 April 2026
12 storiesJallianwala Bagh Massacre: 107th Anniversary Observed
India observed the anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre of 13 April 1919, when British troops under General Dyer opened fire on an unarmed gathering in Amritsar.
Siachen Day: 42nd Anniversary of Operation Meghdoot
The Indian Army and Air Force marked Siachen Day on 13 April, commemorating the 1984 launch of Operation Meghdoot that secured control of the Siachen Glacier.
Government Notifies ₹10,000 Crore Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0
The Ministry of Commerce & Industry notified the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 with a ₹10,000 crore corpus to support deep-tech and innovative manufacturing startups.
HAL Inaugurates Prachand Light Combat Helicopter Assembly Line
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited inaugurated a structure assembly line for the indigenous Prachand Light Combat Helicopter at its Tumakuru facility in Karnataka.
Amaravati Quantum Testbeds 2026: India’s first state-level quantum hardware test facility
Andhra Pradesh will inaugurate 1S and 1Q quantum testbeds on 14 April 2026 under the Amaravati Quantum Valley initiative.
Telangana declared Naxal-free in April 2026: surrender, arms recovery and LWE facts
Telangana was declared Naxal-free on 11 April 2026 after 42 Maoist cadres surrendered and 36 firearms were recovered.
Sikkim Sundari community radio in 2026: first border-village station in Sikkim
The Indian Army launched Radio Sikkim Sundari on 12 April 2026 in Sikkim’s border area to improve communication, local news and scheme awareness.
IAF Maintenance Command conclave 2026: Nagpur review of readiness and self-reliance
The IAF Maintenance Command Commanders’ Conclave was held on 10–11 April 2026 in Nagpur to review maintenance strategy and operational readiness.
INS Trikand’s Mombasa port call in 2026: India-Kenya naval cooperation facts
INS Trikand delivered INSAS rifles and ammunition to the Kenya Navy at Mombasa on 12 April 2026, alongside VBSS drills and training.
India-Uzbekistan Exercise DUSTLIK 2026: joint drills, terrain and troop strength
The 7th India-Uzbekistan Exercise DUSTLIK began on 12 April 2026 in Uzbekistan with 45 Indian Army personnel and 15 IAF personnel.
ECI’s IEVP 2026: election technology, Article 324 and voter inclusion facts
The Election Commission of India hosted the International Election Visitors Programme 2026, showcasing EVMs, VVPAT, cVIGIL and PwD-friendly voting tools.
Asha Bhosle’s death in April 2026: key facts on India’s playback legend and awards
Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai on 12 April 2026 at the age of 92, leaving behind a career of over 12,000 songs and major national honours.
12 April 2026
4 storiesIndia's Patent Filings Rise 30.2% to a Record in FY 2025-26
India recorded an all-time high of 1,43,729 patent applications in FY 2025-26, a 30.2% jump over the previous year, with Tamil Nadu among the leading states.
Sawan Barwal Breaks 48-Year-Old Indian Marathon National Record
Long-distance runner Sawan Barwal set a new Indian marathon national record of 2:11:58 at the Rotterdam Marathon, bettering Shivnath Singh's 1978 mark.
India Wins 17 Medals at Asian Wrestling Championships 2026
India finished the Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan with 17 medals — 2 gold, 6 silver and 9 bronze.
Peter Magyar's Tisza Party Wins Hungary Parliamentary Election
Peter Magyar's Tisza party defeated Viktor Orbán's Fidesz in Hungary's parliamentary election, winning 138 of 199 seats.
11 April 2026
9 storiesNational Safe Motherhood Day Observed (11 April)
National Safe Motherhood Day was observed on 11 April, the birth anniversary of Kasturba Gandhi, to promote maternal health and care.
CAPF General Administration Act, 2026 creates unified service rules for 7 forces
President Droupadi Murmu assented to the CAPF General Administration Act, 2026 on 10 April 2026.
ISRO’s Gaganyaan IADT-02 validates 10-parachute crew module recovery system
ISRO conducted the second integrated air drop test for Gaganyaan on 10 April 2026 at Sriharikota.
RBI data shows India’s forex reserves rose by $9.06 billion to $697.12 billion
India’s forex reserves increased by $9.06 billion in the week ended 3 April 2026.
ONDC appoints Vibhor Jain as MD and CEO effective 7 April 2026
Vibhor Jain was appointed MD and CEO of ONDC on 7 April 2026.
Anand Kumar Pal takes charge as Chief Adviser (Cost) in Finance Ministry
Anand Kumar Pal assumed charge as Chief Adviser (Cost) on 10 April 2026.
Vingroup and Maharashtra sign $6.5 billion investment MOU for MMR projects
Maharashtra signed an MOU with Vingroup on 10 April 2026 for multi-sector investments.
IDPIC names K. Satyanarayana Raju as MD & CEO to fight digital payment fraud
IDPIC appointed K. Satyanarayana Raju as MD & CEO on 10 April 2026.
BHEL signs technology collaboration with South Korea’s E2S for excitation systems
BHEL signed a Technology Collaboration Agreement with E2S Company Limited on 9 April 2026.