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…
First Phase of Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 Concludes in New Delhi
The first phase of the Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 concluded in New Delhi, serving as a crucial platform for reviewing…
BECIL Signs MoU with C-DAC to Boost Advanced Technologies and Digital Transformation
In a significant move to strengthen India’s digital ecosystem, Broadcast Engineering Consultants India Limited (BECIL) has signed a Memorandum of…
Atomic Energy Commission clears FDI policy for nuclear power sector
In a major policy shift, India is moving closer to opening its nuclear power sector to foreign investment and private…
Harivansh Re-Elected as Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha for Third Term
Nominated member Harivansh has been elected as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha for the third consecutive time. He was…
Cabinet Approves ₹12,980 Crore Maritime Insurance Pool with War Risk Cover
In a major step to safeguard India’s maritime trade, the Union Cabinet has approved the creation of a Bharat Maritime…
4-Member Panel Formed to Probe Nashik TCS Case
A four-member fact-finding committee has been constituted to investigate the alleged religious conversion and sexual harassment case linked to the…
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…
KRAFTON India Expands Gaming Incubator; Announces First PC Game ‘Frontier Paladin’
In a major boost to India’s gaming ecosystem, KRAFTON India has announced the third cohort of its KRAFTON India Gaming…
Union Cabinet Extends PMGSY-III Till 2028; Outlay Increased to ₹83,977 Crore
In a major push to strengthen rural infrastructure, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of…
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),…
Sayani Gupta to Be Honoured as Harvard South Asian ‘Person of the Year’
In a significant recognition of artistic excellence and cultural impact, Indian actor Sayani Gupta has been named ‘Person of the…
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…
IICA Conducts Induction Training Programme for IFSCA Officers
In a significant step towards strengthening India’s international financial services ecosystem, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), in collaboration…
NLDSL and Maharashtra Sign MoU to Strengthen Logistics Using ULIP
In a significant step towards modernising India’s logistics ecosystem, NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited (NLDSL) has signed a Memorandum of…
Bank Credit Growth Jumps to 16.08% in FY26, Outpaces Deposit Growth
India’s banking sector witnessed a strong rebound in credit growth in FY26, even as deposit mobilisation struggled to keep pace,…
Gautam Adani Becomes Asia’s Richest Person, Surpasses Mukesh Ambani
In a major development in global wealth rankings, Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, has become Asia’s richest person,…
ADB Raises India’s Growth Forecast to 6.9%, Flags Global Risks
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised India’s GDP growth forecast upward to 6.9% for the current fiscal, from its…
World Haemophilia Day 2026: 17th April 2026
World Haemophilia Day, observed on April 17, aims to raise awareness about haemophilia, a rare but serious genetic disorder that…
India’s Journey to 3rd-Largest Economy Faces Temporary Setback: IMF
India’s ambition to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2028 has encountered a temporary hurdle due to the weakening of…
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…