World Creativity and Innovation Day 2026: Why 21 April Matters More Than Ever
World Creativity and Innovation Day, observed every year on 21 April, was established by the United Nations to promote creative…
Vishwa Sutra Launched: Govt Boosts Indian Handlooms Globally
The Ministry of Textiles has launched an initiative called ‘Vishwa Sutra – Weaves of India for the World’. A designer…
Dinesh Trivedi Appointed India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh
India has appointed Dinesh Trivedi as its new High Commissioner to Bangladesh, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic engagement…
Current Affairs 20th April 2026 | Banking, SSC, CUET, Teaching & UPSC Exam News
Here are the top current affairs for 20th April 2026, covering important developments in politics, governance, the economy, and international…
UN Chinese Language Day 2026: Date, Significance, History & Key Facts
UN Chinese Language Day is celebrated every year on April 20 to promote multilingualism and cultural diversity across the world.…
Ladakh gets India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park in Leh
Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, laid the foundation stone for India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park, on the banks…
BCCI Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar’s Contract Renewed Till 2027
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has extended the contract of Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar till 2027,…
Dr. K. S. Somashokhar Appointed Secretary to Rajya Sabha Secretariat
The Chairperson of the Rajya Sabha C.P. Radhakrishnan has appointed Dr. K. S. Somashokhar as the new Secretary to the…
Current Affairs 19th April 2026 | Banking, SSC, CUET, Teaching & UPSC Exam News
Here are the top current affairs for 18th April 2026, covering important developments in politics, governance, the economy, and international…
Ex-journalist, BJP veteran Balbir Punj passes away at 76
BJP leader and former Rajya Sabha MP, Balbir Punj, passed away at the age of 76. Punj was also a…
Sadhvi Satish Sail Crowned Miss India World 2026 – Full Details, Journey & Highlights
Sadhvi Satish Sail was crowned Miss India World 2026 at the grand finale of the 61st Femina Miss India pageant…
Ashwagandha Explained: What It Is & Why India Has Restricted Its Use
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a widely used Ayurvedic herb, known for its stress-relieving and immunity-boosting properties. However, recent concerns have…
Govt constitutes technology and policy expert committee to support functioning of AIGEG
The government has constituted a technology and policy expert committee (TPEC) to support the functioning of the recently constituted AI…
Darshan Kumar passes away at 70
The Indian music industry is mourning the loss of Darshan Kumar, younger brother of T-Series founder Gulshan Kumar, who passed…
G20 satellite is expected to be launched in 2027
India is set to launch a G20 satellite in 2027, showcasing its leadership in global space collaboration and climate-focused technology.…
Current Affairs 18th April 2026 | Banking, SSC, CUET, Teaching & UPSC Exam News
Here are the top current affairs for 18th April 2026, covering important developments in politics, governance, the economy, and international…
MCA Becomes First in India to Launch Structured Player Contract Model
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has approved a structured player contract system starting from the 2026–27 season. This makes MCA…
World Heritage Day 2026: Theme, Significance, History & Conservation Efforts
World Heritage Day 2026 is observed on April 18 to raise awareness about the importance of preserving cultural heritage and…
Jay Shah Named to WEF Young Global Leaders Class of 2026
Jay Shah has been named to the Young Global Leaders (YGL) Class of 2026 by the World Economic Forum (WEF),…
Current Affairs 17th April 2026 | Banking, SSC, CUET, Teaching & UPSC Exam News
Here are the top current affairs for 17th April 2026, covering important developments in politics, governance, the economy, and international…
World Bank Launches ‘Water Forward’ Initiative for Global Water Security
The World Bank and other top development lenders launched a new global initiative, dubbed ‘Water Forward’, aimed at improving access…
LIC Launches ‘MyLIC’ & ‘Super Sales Saathi’ Apps
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has launched two new mobile applications, ‘MyLIC’ and ‘Super Sales Saathi’, to strengthen…
India’s unemployment hits five-month high of 5.1% in March 2026
India’s unemployment rate rose to 5.1% in March 2026, marking a five-month high, according to the latest data released under…
Uttar Pradesh Launches Jal Pakhwada in Schools to Promote Water Conservation
The ‘Jal Pakhwada‘ campaign is being held across all schools and educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh from today until April…
Ashwini Vaishnaw Marks 173rd Anniversary of India’s First Passenger Train
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today marked the 173rd anniversary of the country’s first passenger train in India by sharing an…
Current Affairs 16th April 2026 | Banking, SSC, CUET, Teaching & UPSC Exam News
Here are the top current affairs for 16th April 2026, covering important developments in politics, governance, the economy, and international…
R Vaishali Wins Women’s Candidate Chess Tournament in Cyprus
India’s R Vaishali has achieved a historic milestone by winning the Women’s Candidates Chess Tournament in Cyprus, marking a major…
Commerce Ministry launches integrated digital platform for trade-related services
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched an integrated digital platform aimed at simplifying and streamlining trade-related services across…
Telangana Launches ‘Project SanJeevani’ for Highway Trauma Care
The Telangana government has launched ‘Project Sanjeevani’ to pilot the country’s first fully integrated trauma care and highway rescue protocol…
China Surpasses United States as India’s Largest Trading Partner in FY 2025-26
China has overtaken the United States to become India’s largest trading partner in the financial year 2025-26, with bilateral trade…