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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

VP C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Updated Constitution of India in Sindhi Language
Vice President  of  India C. P. Radhakrishnan released the updated edition of the Constitution of India in Sindhi language in both Devanagari Script (1st edition) and Persian Script (2nd edition) in Uparashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi, Delhi, on the occasion of Sindhi Language Day (Sindhi Bhasha Diwas) on April 10, 2026, promoting linguistic inclusivity by making constitutional provisions accessible in citizens’ mother tongues.
About the Constitution in Sindhi Language:
Significance: The initiative enhances accessibility, inclusivity, and democratic participation for Sindhi speakers.
Authority: The initiative is implemented by the Legislative Department under the MoL&J in line with Articles 343, 345, and 350B, while Sindhi’s inclusion in the Eighth Schedule through the 21st Constitutional Amendment Act, 1967 affirms its cultural significance.
Translations: Part of a wider initiative translating the Constitution into languages like Bodo, Dogri, Santhali, Tamil, Gujarati, and Nepali.
Vision: Strengthens democracy, bridges governance gaps, and supports linguistic diversity aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

Doordarshan–ICCR Sign MoU to promote Indian Art and Culture Globally
In April 2026, Doordarshan(DD), under the aegis of Prasar Bharati, and the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote Indian art, culture, and heritage globally through enhanced collaboration in broadcasting and cultural exchange.

• The agreement was signed by K. Satish Nambudiripad, Director General(DG), Doordarshan and K. Nandini Singla, DG, ICCR at Doordarshan Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi

Highlights of MoU:
Scope: The collaboration leverages Doordarshan’s television(TV), radio, and digital ecosystem to amplify ICCR’s cultural content, including events by Indian Missions abroad and programmes from ICCR headquarters and regional offices.
Key Roles: Under the MoU, ICCR will provide cultural content, while Doordarshan will ensure its coverage and dissemination across TV, radio, OTT platforms, and social media, including content from Indian Missions overseas.
Content Rights: The agreement provides for joint perpetual ownership of content rights (including digital rights), enabling long-term archiving and dissemination, with Doordarshan also handling pre-event publicity and cross-platform promotion.
Validity: The agreement will remain in force for three years, with provision for extension through mutual consent.

Gujarat Government Signs MoU to Develop Indo-Taiwan Industrial Park in Sanand-Dholera
In April 2026, the Science and Technology Department of the Gujarat government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Taiwan-linked Allegiance International Company Limited, to develop an Indo-Taiwan Industrial Park in Sanand-Dholera region.

• This newly signed agreement aimed to strengthen the state’s semiconductor and electronics manufacturing ecosystem.

Key Details:
Signatories: The agreement was signed by Simone Lee, Vice President (VP) of Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in India and Chairman of Allegiance Group, and P. Bharathi, Secretary of Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat.
Key Role: As per the MoU, Allegiance International will help in facilitating and strengthening business collaboration between enterprises of India and Taiwan to establish operations in India.
Significance: The MoU is expected to attract over Rs 1,000 crore in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in semiconductor and electronics manufacturing over the next 5 years  in Gujarat.

HUDCO, NBCC Sign Two MoUs for Delhi Redevelopment, Asset Monetisation
In April 2026, the Housing and Urban Development Corporation (HUDCO) under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)and NBCC (India) Limited, a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise(CPSE) under the MoHUA, signed 2 strategic Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to collaborate on urban redevelopment projects and asset monetisation initiatives in Delhi.

• The MoUs were signed by Sanjay Kulshrestha, Chairman & Managing Director(CMD), HUDCO and K.P. Mahadevaswamy, CMD, NBCC in New Delhi, Delhi.

Key Details of MoUs:
Redevelopment Project :The first MoU covers the redevelopment of an approximately 18,830 square meters.(sq. m) leasehold land parcel at August Kranti Bhawan, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi.

• It includes techno-economic feasibility, construction, project management, and monetisation of built-up space.

Asset Monetisation: The second MoU focuses on asset monetisation for NBCC’s self-sustainable projects, with HUDCO providing funding support (subject to approvals) and NBCC managing project execution and consultancy services.
Collaboration: Both organisations will jointly leverage their strengths in financing, project execution, and consultancy services.
Validity: Both MoUs are valid for two years and are subject to annual reviews.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

India–Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK 2026 Begins in Namangan
On April 12 2026, the Seventh edition of the India–Uzbekistan Joint Exercise, ‘DUSTLIK 2026’, officially commenced at Gurumsaray Field Training Area in Namangan, Uzbekistan.

• The 13-day exercise is being conducted from April 12 to 25, 2026.

About Exercise DUSTLIK:
Objective: To strengthen military cooperation and enhance joint operational capabilities in semi-mountainous terrain, focusing on physical fitness, joint planning, tactical drills, and special arms skills.
Participants:

• Indian Contingent:The Indian Armed Forces contingent, comprising 60 personnel, includes 45 personnel from the Indian Army (IA), primarily from a battalion of the MAHAR Regiment and 15 personnel from the Indian Air Force (IAF).
• Uzbekistan Contingent: The host contingent also comprises around 60 personnel from the Uzbekistan Army and Air Force.

Interoperability: Establishing a unified command-and-control framework and sharing “Best Practices” in Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
Validation Phase: The training will culminate in an intensive 48-hour validation phase to test the joint operational readiness of both contingents.

India, Myanmar Sign MoU for School Project in Nay Pyi Taw
In April 2026, the Government of India(GoI) and Government of Myanmar signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the construction of a school in Nay Pyi Taw(capital of Myanmar), during the visit of Union Minister of State(MoS) Kirti Vardhan Singh, Ministry of External Affairs(MEA).

• Union MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh attended the inauguration of Myanmar’s new President and interacted with the Indian diaspora and Friends of India in Yangon, reaffirming India’s commitment to stronger bilateral ties.

About India- Myanmar MoU:
Scope: To provide high-quality early childhood development environments, focusing on the physical, intellectual, and social growth of children in the region.
Significance: The initiative, under India’s Small Development Projects (SDP) framework, reflects its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy by addressing local community infrastructure needs.

BANKING & FINANCE

RBI Unveiled Utkarsh 2029 targets digital currency, UPI global expansion drive
In April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) unveiled its medium-term strategy, Utkarsh 2029 for April 2026 to March 2029, aimed to consolidate its position as a world-class, full-service central bank.

• The newly launched strategy for 2029  outlines 49 deliverables across 6 pillars: robust regulations, customer centricity and inclusive finance, competitive markets, effective technology, future-ready organisation and global integration.

Key Objectives of Utkarsh 2029:
Project Sa-Mudra: The framework plans to advance Project Sa-Mudra to modernise currency management systems.
CBDC Expansion: The strategy also plans to expand the use of Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), enabling more efficient cross-border payments.
ULI Framework: It also emphasizes the scaling-up of the Unified Lending Interface (ULI) to enhance access to credit, particularly for underserved segments.
Indigenous-built LLM: It also plans to develop an  indigenous Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool based on purpose-built Large Language Model (LLM)for its internal operations.

SEBI Launches Three New IT platforms to Transform Regulatory Landscape
In March 2026, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, chairman of Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)  launched three new Information Technology (IT) platforms:  SUPCOMS (Single Universal Platform for Communications) 2.1, Electronic(e)-adjudication portal, and Cyber-Sec Audit Compliance (C-SAC), to boost ease of doing business and strengthen cybersecurity oversight.

• These digital initiatives aimed to streamline communication, enable digital quasi-judicial proceedings, and enhance cybersecurity supervision of SEBI-regulated entities.

Key Details of IT Platforms:
SUPCOMS 2.1: This newly launched single universal digital platform replaces traditional email-based communication with SEBI, ensuring all interactions with external entities are centrally accessible and streamlined.
e-Adjudication Portal: It provides a transparent and paperless platform for quasi-judicial proceedings, enhancing efficiency and speed in adjudication matters.
Cyber-Sec Audit Compliance (C-SAC): It is an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based platform  that enables automated analysis of cyber audit reports to identify compliance gaps, risk areas, and actionable insights.

Paytm Enables Biometric UPI Payments and Cardless ATM Withdrawals 
In April 2026, Paytm (One 97 Communications Limited) introduced biometric authentication for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments and cardless Automated Teller Machine (ATM) withdrawals.

• The roll out coincides with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s new 2-Factor (2F) authentication rules, which came into effect on April 01, 2026.

Key Details:
Significance: The new system will now enable the users to authenticate payments, check balances, and withdraw cash without manually entering the UPI Personal Identification Number (PIN).
ATM Withdrawals Limit: As per National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) guidelines, biometric UPI transactions are capped at Rs 5,000 per transaction, while cardless transactions are capped at Rs 10,000 per transaction.
RBI Framework: As per RBI’s new framework, it is now mandatory for users to verify transactions using more than just One-Time Password (OTP) and enabling them to either use a PIN, password, secure token or biometric authentication.

• The framework is applicable to all forms of digital payment systems including UPI, cards, and wallets.

ECONOMY & BUSINESS

ADB Raises India’s GDP Forecast for FY27 from 6.5% to 6.9%
In April 2026, Asian Development Bank (ADB) released its latest “Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2026: The Middle East Conflict Challenges Resilience in Asia and the Pacific”. The report raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for Financial Year 2026-27 (FY27) by 40 basis points (bps) to 6.9% from its previous estimate of 6.5% and also lower than 7.6% estimated for FY26.

• This growth projection is driven by higher consumption, higher investment, supportive policies and recent trade agreements.

Key Projections:
GDP for FY28: The report further projected that the Indian economy is expected to grow at 7.3% in FY28, supported by private consumption, revisions to government salaries and pensions, along with continued public investment and favourable external factors.
Inflation: The report estimated that India’s inflation to more than double from 2.1% (in FY26) to 4.5% (in FY27) due to a rebound in food prices, surge in global crude oil prices, currency weakness, among others.

• However, Inflation is projected to ease to 4% in FY28.

Region-wise: The report estimated that economic growth in developing Asia and the Pacific region will ease to 5.1% in both Calendar Year 2026 (CY26) and Calendar Year (CY27) compared to 5.4% in CY25.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

CARI Bengaluru Becomes First CCRAS Institute to Receive ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation
In April 2026, the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in Bengaluru(Karnataka), under the Ministry of AYUSH(Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy), has officially became the first institute under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) to receive the ISO 15189:2022 accreditation in Biochemistry and Haematology.

• ISO 15189:2022 is the latest international standard for medical laboratories, focusing on quality management systems and technical competence.

About ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation :
Accreditation: The certification confirms that the laboratory meets internationally accepted standards for accuracy, reliability, and safety in diagnostic services.
Milestone Achievement: The accreditation marks the laboratory’s transition from an entry-level NABL-certified facility to a fully established centre of excellence.
Previous Certifications: CARI Bengaluru had earlier become the first CCRAS institute to secure both NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers) and NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) entry-level certifications during 2021–22.

APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh Re-elected for 6th term
In April 2026, Djibouti’s incumbent President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh was re-elected for a sixth consecutive term after winning the presidential election in the Horn of Africa nation.

• His re-election underscores the sustained political dominance of the ruling establishment in Djibouti.

Background:
Constitutional Amendments: The election followed a key constitutional amendment in October 2025 removing the 75-year age limit for presidential candidates, enabling the 78-year-old Ismaïl Omar Guelleh to contest, and was marked by boycotts from major opposition parties.
Election Result: Ismail Omar Guelleh (Union for the Presidential Majority, UMP) won with 97.81% of the vote, defeating his sole opponent Mohamed Farah Samatar (Unified Democratic Centre, CDU), with voter turnout reported at 80.33%.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Crew members of NASA’s Artemis II moon mission returned to Earth 
In April 2026, all the four crew members of National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)’s Artemis II lunar mission returned to Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California, the United States of America (USA).

• The crew members of the mission, featuring Reid Wiseman (Commander, the United States of America, USA), Victor Glover (Pilot, USA), Christina Koch (Mission Specialist, USA), and Jeremy Hansen (Mission Specialist, Canada), were carried by NASA’s Orion capsule, named ‘Integrity’, completing a 10-day long journey around the moon and back.

Key Details:
Ship to Ship Call: The mission scripted history by completing the 1st-ever ship to ship call between a human moon mission and the International Space Station (ISS).

• During the call, Christina Koch on Artemis-II spoke with Jessica Meir on ISS.

Other Record: Previously, the lunar mission set a new record for the farthest distance humans have travelled from Earth.

• The spacecraft covered a total distance of 252,752 miles from Earth during a flyby of the moon’s far side, surpassing the Apollo 13 record of 248,655 miles achieved in 1970.

SPORTS

2026 Asian Wrestling Championships Held in Kyrgyzstan; Iran Tops, India ranks 5th with 17 Medals
The Indian wrestling team concluded the 22nd edition of the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships , held from April 6–12, 2026 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, ranking 5th with a total of 17 medals, including 2 Gold, 6 Silver, and 9 Bronze.

• Iran topped the standings with 18 medals including 6 gold, 6 silver, and 6 bronze, followed by Japan with 15 medals (6 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze), and China with 14 medals (5 gold, 1 silver, and 8 bronze).

About Asian Wrestling Championships 2026:
Organizer: The event was conducted by the Asian Associated Wrestling Committee (AAWC) under the authority of United World Wrestling (UWW).
Disciplines: The event featured around 324 wrestlers from 21 countries competing for 30 gold medals across three disciplines, Greco-Roman, Women’s Wrestling, and Men’s Freestyle.
India’s Performance: India fielded a 30-member contingent across Men’s Freestyle, Women’s Wrestling, and Greco-Roman.
Sujeet Kalkal won gold in the 65 kg freestyle category, while Abhimanyou Mandwal secured gold in the 70 kg freestyle category.

2026 Asian Boxing Championships Held in Mongolia; Kazakhstan Topped, India Finished 2nd with 16 Medals
The Indian boxing team concluded its campaign at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026, held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia from 28 March to 11 April 2026, securing second place with 16 medals, including 5 Gold, 3 Silver, and 8 Bronze.

• Kazakhstan topped the standings with 6 gold, 4 silver, and 5 bronze (15 total) and Uzbekistan secured 3rd place with 4 gold, 2 silver, and 8 bronze (14).

About Asian Boxing Championships 2026:
Debut: The championships marked the inaugural Elite edition under Asian Boxing and the first continental event aligned with the World Boxing ranking system.
Organiser: The 2026 event was organized by the Mongolian Boxing Federation in affiliation with Asian Boxing.
Qualification: Finalists in approved weight categories earned direct qualification for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, and the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

OBITUARY

Legendary Singer and Padma Vibhushan Awardee Asha Bhosle Passed Away
On 12 April 2026, legendary playback singer and Padma Vibhushan Awardee Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. She was born on September 8, 1933 in Sangli, former princely state of Sangli(now in Maharashtra).

• She was honoured with Padma Vibhushan, second-highest civilian award in India, in 2008 in the field of Arts.

About Asha Bhosle:
Career: Began singing in 1943, sustaining an extraordinary eight-decade career, recording over 12,000 songs in 20+ languages, and showcasing unmatched versatility across film, classical, ghazals, pop, cabaret, folk, bhajans, and Rabindra Sangeet.
Awards and Honours:Recognized by Guinness World Records in 2011 as the most recorded artist in music history.

• Received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2000), highest recognition in Indian cinema; and Lata Mangeshkar Award in 1989 and 1999.
• Secured 7 Filmfare Awards and received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001.

Mahavir Chakra Awardee Col. Sonam Wangchuk Passed Away
In April 2026, Mahavir Chakra (MVC) awardee, Colonel (Col.) Sonam Wangchuk, widely revered as the ‘Lion of Ladakh’, passed away at the age of 61 in Leh, Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh. He was born on January 27 1964 in Sankar village, Leh district.

• The Government of India (GoI) honoured him with MVC, India’s second highest wartime gallantry award, in 1999.

About Col. Sonam Wangchuk:
Military Service: He belonged to the Ladakh Scouts, a regiment renowned for high-altitude warfare, and played a key role in operations across the challenging terrains of Ladakh.
Leadership: During 1999 Kargil War, he played a pivotal role in clearing the enemy along the Chorbat La axis in the Batalik sector and  securing the Line of Control (LOC) with Pakistan in Ladakh.
Honour: The GoI named two posts namely, ‘Sonam 1’ and ‘Sonam 2’ in his honour, recognising his role in Kargil war.

IMPORTANT DAYS

National Safe Motherhood Day 2026– April 11
National Safe Motherhood Day(NSMD) is observed annually across India on 11 April to promote maternal healthcare, ensure safe delivery, and reduce maternal mortality.
Background:
Initiative: New Delhi (Delhi)-based White Ribbon Alliance India (WRA India), a grassroots organisation advocating women’s health rights, initiated NSMD.
Declaration: The Government of India (GoI) declared 11 April as NSMD in 2003, with the first observance held the same year.
Significance of Date: The date was chosen to honour Kasturba Gandhi (11 April 1869), wife of Mahatma Gandhi and a strong advocate for the welfare of women and children, with her birth anniversary symbolising the continued need for maternal health awareness in India.
Distinction: India is the only country with a nation-specific motherhood day, highlighting its unique commitment to maternal welfare.

World Parkinson’s Day 2026 – April 11
World Parkinson’s Day is observed annually across the globe on April 11 to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease (PD) and to commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. James Parkinson, the English surgeon who first described PD as “paralysis agitans” in his 1817 work.

• 2026 Theme: “Bridge the Care Gap”

Background:
Origin: Established in 1997 by Parkinson’s Europe (formerly European Parkinson’s Disease Association) with support from the World Health Organization (WHO).
Launch: The inaugural event introduced the Parkinson’s Europe Charter, uniting patients, families, and healthcare professionals to raise global awareness.
WHO: In 2003, the WHO formed a Working Group leading to the Global Declaration on Parkinson’s Disease, launched in Mumbai (Maharashtra) to improve societal attitudes.

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