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🔷 Labour Ministry Signs MoUs with Porter & Gigin to Boost Jobs via NCS Portal
The Ministry of Labour & Employment signed MoUs with Porter and Gigin Technologies to enhance employment opportunities through the National Career Service (NCS) Portal.
Key Facts:
Porter will promote: Large-scale driving and logistics jobs
Provides real-time and transparent job access to workers
Porter’s employment targets:
6 lakh job opportunities annually
30 lakh opportunities by 2030
Focus sector: Logistics and Gig Economy
NCS Portal = Government’s digital employment exchange platform
💡 Exam Tip:
NCS Portal = National Career Service Portal — launched in 2015
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor — a landmark infrastructure project boosting connectivity across three states.
Key Facts:
Length: 213 km
Type: Six-lane access-controlled expressway
Cost: ~₹12,000 crore
States connected: Delhi + Uttar Pradesh + Uttarakhand
Benefits: Significantly reduced travel time between Delhi and Dehradun
Part of India’s Bharatmala Pariyojana highway development programme
💡 Exam Tip:
Bharatmala Pariyojana = National highway development programme under Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Dehradun = Capital of Uttarakhand
CM Uttarakhand = Pushkar Singh Dhami
This corridor reduces Delhi-Dehradun travel time from ~6 hours to ~2.5 hours
Important for UPSC GS3 (Infrastructure), SSC CGL, and State PCS
🔷 Birkbeck, University of London Gets UGC Nod to Set Up Bengaluru Campus
Birkbeck, University of London received a Letter of Intent from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to set up its global campus in Bengaluru.
Key Facts:
Approval from: UGC (University Grants Commission)
Campus location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
Key benefit: Indian students can pursue University of London degrees in India at ~60% lower cost
Improves access to international education within India
💡 Exam Tip:
UGC = University Grants Commission — established under UGC Act, 1956
HQ: New Delhi
This is part of India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 vision of allowing foreign universities in India
NEP 2020 allows top foreign universities to set up campuses in India
Important for UPSC GS2 (Education), SSC, and Banking exams
🔷 Dr. Ambedkar Foundation Celebrates 136th Birth Anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation organised the 136th Birth Anniversary celebration of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on April 14, 2026 at Prerna Sthal, Parliament House, New Delhi.
Key Facts:
Organised under: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Ambedkar Jayanti = 14th April (every year)
Dr. Ambedkar is honoured as:
Social Reformer
Jurist and Economist
Principal Architect of the Indian Constitution
Champion of Social Justice, Equality, and Democracy
💡 Exam Tip:
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar born: 14 April 1891 in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh
He was India’s first Law Minister
Chairman of Drafting Committee of Indian Constitution
Received Bharat Ratna posthumously in 1990
Converted to Buddhism on 14 October 1956 at Nagpur
One of the most important personalities for UPSC, SSC, and all competitive exams
🌍 International News
🔷 Seattle Becomes First US City to Install Swami Vivekananda Statue at Westlake Square
Seattle became the first city government in the United States to host a life-size statue of Swami Vivekananda at Westlake Square Park.
Key Facts:
Statue type: Bronze statue (life-size)
Unveiled by: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson + Consul General of India
Location: Westlake Square Park, Downtown Seattle
Footfall: Over 4 lakh daily visitors
Nearby landmarks: Amazon HQ (Spheres) and Seattle Convention Center
Marks a significant cultural and diplomatic milestone
💡 Exam Tip:
Swami Vivekananda born: 12 January 1863 (observed as National Youth Day)
Famous Chicago Speech at Parliament of World Religions (1893)
Founded Ramakrishna Mission in 1897
Guru: Ramakrishna Paramahamsa
Seattle is in Washington State, USA
Important for UPSC, SSC, and Cultural GK questions
🏦 Banking & Financial News
🔷 Visa & HDFC Bank Launch FIFA World Cup 2026 Pixel Credit Card
Visa and HDFC Bank launched a limited-edition FIFA World Cup 2026 Pixel Credit Card along with a “Spend & Win” campaign.
Key Facts:
Card: FIFA World Cup 2026 Pixel Credit Card
Variant of: Pixel Play digital credit card
Available via: PayZapp app and HDFC Bank website
Launched in: Mumbai
Special guest at launch: Former footballer Michael Owen
Campaign covers: Credit, Debit, Business, and Forex cards
Rewards: Match tickets, staycations, merchandise, shopping vouchers
💡 Exam Tip:
FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted by USA, Canada, and Mexico — first time 3 nations co-host
HDFC Bank HQ = Mumbai | MD & CEO = Sashidhar Jagdishan
Visa HQ = San Francisco, USA
Michael Owen = Former England footballer
Important for Banking + Sports GK in competitive exams
🔷 RBI Returns Ujjivan SFB’s Application to Convert into Universal Bank
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) returned the application of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (SFB) seeking conversion into a universal bank.
Key Facts:
AU Small Finance Bank had already received RBI approval to become a universal bank
Ujjivan SFB’s application was returned (not rejected — can reapply)
RBI Eligibility Criteria for SFB to Universal Bank Conversion:
Criteria
Requirement
Scheduled Status
Must have scheduled status with satisfactory track record for 5+ years
Stock Exchange Listing
Shares must be listed on recognised stock exchange
Minimum Net Worth
₹1,000 crore (as per last audited quarter)
CRAR
Must comply with prescribed CRAR norms
Net Profit
Must have reported net profit in last 2 financial years
Asset Quality
GNPA ≤ 3% and NNPA ≤ 1% over last 2 financial years
💡 Exam Tip:
GNPA = Gross Non-Performing Assets
NNPA = Net Non-Performing Assets
CRAR = Capital to Risk-weighted Assets Ratio
AU Small Finance Bank = First SFB to get universal bank approval
Ujjivan SFB HQ = Bengaluru
Extremely important for RBI Grade B, IBPS PO, SBI PO exams
🔷 NSE Gets MCA Approval for ‘National Coal Exchange of India’ Name
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) received approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to reserve the name “National Coal Exchange of India Limited” for its proposed coal exchange venture.
Key Facts:
Approval: Only for company name reservation (not operational clearance)
NSE plans: Wholly owned subsidiary with investment of up to ₹100 crore
NSE stake: 60% | Remaining 40% offered to other shareholders
First-of-its-kind dedicated coal trading exchange in India
💡 Exam Tip:
NSE = National Stock Exchange | HQ = Mumbai | MD & CEO = Ashishkumar Chauhan
MCA = Ministry of Corporate Affairs — governs company registration in India
SEBI regulates stock exchanges in India
Important for IBPS, SBI, RBI Grade B exams
🔷 IMF Raises India’s Growth Forecast to 6.5% for FY 2026–27
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.5% for FY 2026–27 — an upward revision of 30 basis points in its latest World Economic Outlook.
Key Facts:
FY 2026–27 forecast:6.5% (up by 30 basis points)
FY 2025–26 estimate:7.6% (strong performance)
FY 2027–28: Expected to remain at 6.5% (sustained momentum)
Report: World Economic Outlook
Updated Master GDP Projections Table:
Organisation
FY26 Forecast
FY27 Forecast
IMF
7.6%
6.5%
ADB
7.6%
6.9%
World Bank
7.6%
6.6%
RBI
—
6.9%
Fitch
7.5%
6.7%
S&P Global
7.6%
7.1%
CRISIL
—
7.1%
Moody’s
—
6.8%
ICRA
7.6%
6.5%
Morgan Stanley
—
6.2%
OECD
—
6.1%
💡 Exam Tip:
IMF HQ = Washington D.C. | MD = Kristalina Georgieva
World Economic Outlook = IMF’s flagship publication (released twice yearly)
IMF FY27 = 6.5% | World Bank FY27 = 6.6% | ADB FY27 = 6.9%
1 basis point = 0.01% | 30 basis points = 0.30%
This table is a guaranteed question in IBPS PO, SBI PO, RBI Grade B exams
🔷 RBI Cancels Licence of National Urban Cooperative Bank, Pratapgarh
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the licence of National Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd, Pratapgarh.
Key Facts:
Bank prohibited from all banking activities including accepting and repaying deposits
National Urban Cooperative Bank, Pratapgarh = ₹25 lakh DICGC cover
The DICGC coverage amount can vary — read carefully in exam questions
DICGC = Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation — subsidiary of RBI
🔷 PPFAS Asset Management Gets PFRDA Approval to Sponsor Pension Fund Under NPS
PPFAS Asset Management received approval from PFRDA to act as a sponsor for a pension fund under the National Pension System (NPS).
Key Facts:
Will set up a separate pension fund entity to manage NPS subscribers’ retirement savings
PPFAS = Part of Parag Parikh Financial Advisory Services Ltd.
Established: 2011 | HQ: Mumbai
💡 Exam Tip:
PFRDA = Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority
Established under PFRDA Act, 2013 | HQ = New Delhi
NPS = National Pension System — open to all Indian citizens (18–70 years)
Important for IBPS, SBI, RBI Grade B, and UPSC exams
👤 Appointments News
🔷 Iraq Elects Kurdish Leader Nizar Amedi as New President
Nizar Amedi has been elected as the new President of Iraq by parliament following the November elections.
Key Facts:
Former Environment Minister of Iraq
Led the political office of Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) in Baghdad since 2024
Represents Kurdish leadership in Iraq’s highest office
About Iraq:
Detail
Information
Capital
Baghdad
Currency
Iraqi Dinar
President
Nizar Amedi (New)
🔷 Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh Re-elected for Sixth Term
Ismail Omar Guelleh has been re-elected for a sixth term with 97.81% of the vote in Djibouti’s presidential election.
Key Facts:
In power since: 1999
Ruled for over two decades
Succeeded his uncle Hassan Gouled Aptidon
Djibouti is strategically located at the Horn of Africa near the Gulf of Aden
💡 Exam Tip: Djibouti is strategically important — hosts military bases of USA, France, China, and Japan. Important for UPSC GS2 (International Relations) questions.
Newly Appointed World Leaders (Quick Reference):
Position
Leader
President of Iraq
Nizar Amedi
President of Vietnam
To Lam
President of Myanmar
Min Aung Hlaing
Prime Minister of Mongolia
Uchral Nyam-Osor
PM of Nepal
Balen Shah (Nepal’s Youngest PM)
🚀 Science & Technology News
🔷 Artemis II Returns Successfully — First Crewed Lunar Mission in 50 Years
Artemis II successfully returned to Earth with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years since the Apollo Programme.
Key Facts:
Splashdown: Pacific Ocean
Crew members:
Reid Wiseman (Commander)
Victor Glover
Christina Koch
Jeremy Hansen (Canadian astronaut)
Spacecraft: Orion capsule named “Integrity”
Launch date: April 1, 2026
Mission duration: ~10 days
Record distance: 2,52,756 miles (4.07 lakh km) — surpassing Apollo 13
Farthest journey by humans from Earth ever recorded
Artemis Programme vs Apollo Programme:
Programme
Era
Goal
Apollo
1961–1972
First humans on Moon
Artemis
2022–present
Return humans to Moon + Mars exploration
💡 Exam Tip:
Apollo 11 (1969) = First humans on Moon — Neil Armstrong + Buzz Aldrin
Apollo 13 (1970) = Previous farthest distance record
Artemis II = First crewed lunar mission in 50 years
Christina Koch = First woman to travel farthest from Earth
Jeremy Hansen = First Canadian on a lunar mission
Orion spacecraft = Built by Lockheed Martin
NASA Artemis goal = Return to Moon + eventually Mars
One of the most important space events for all competitive exams
🛡️ Defence News
🔷 Indian Army Departs for 7th India–Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise ‘DUSTLIK 2026’
The Indian Army contingent departed for the 7th edition of India–Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise ‘DUSTLIK 2026’.
Key Facts:
Edition: 7th edition
Dates: 12–25 April 2026
Location: Gurumsaray Training Area, Uzbekistan
Previous edition (2025): Held at Aundh (Pune), India
Annual bilateral exercise conducted alternately between India and Uzbekistan
Recent Military Exercises — Complete Reference Table:
Exercise
Countries
Edition
Location
DUSTLIK 2026
India + Uzbekistan
7th
Gurumsaray, Uzbekistan
VAJRA PRAHAR
India + USA
16th
Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh
Dharma Guardian
India + Japan
7th
Uttarakhand
KHANJAR
India + Kyrgyzstan
13th
Misamari, Assam
Agni Pariksha
Indian Army + ITBP
—
Sigar, Arunachal Pradesh
Cyclone-IV
India + Egypt
4th
Anshas, Egypt
💡 Exam Tip:
DUSTLIK = India–Uzbekistan exercise
VAJRA PRAHAR = India–USA Special Forces exercise
Dharma Guardian = India–Japan exercise
KHANJAR = India–Kyrgyzstan exercise
Shakti = India–France | Indra = India–Russia
Military exercises table is asked in almost every SSC, Banking, UPSC, and State PCS exam
World Bank $340 mn, ADB+WB = $1.6 bn total, AP capital
Delhi-Dehradun Corridor
213 km, 6-lane, ₹12,000 Cr, Delhi+UP+Uttarakhand
Birkbeck University
UGC Letter of Intent, Bengaluru campus, 60% lower cost
Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti
14 April, 136th Birth Anniversary, Parliament House
Swami Vivekananda Statue
Seattle, First US city, Westlake Square, Bronze statue
FIFA Pixel Credit Card
Visa + HDFC Bank, FIFA WC 2026, Spend & Win
Ujjivan SFB
RBI returned application for universal bank conversion
NSE Coal Exchange
MCA approval for name, ₹100 Cr investment, 60% NSE stake
IMF India FY27
6.5%, up 30 bps, World Economic Outlook
National Urban Cooperative Bank
RBI cancelled licence, Pratapgarh, ₹25 lakh DICGC
PPFAS + PFRDA
NPS pension fund approval, Mumbai, est. 2011
Nizar Amedi
New President of Iraq, Kurdish leader, Baghdad
Ismail Omar Guelleh
Djibouti President, 6th term, 97.81%, since 1999
Artemis II
Splashdown Pacific, 4.07 lakh km record, Orion “Integrity”, 10 days
DUSTLIK 2026
India-Uzbekistan, 7th edition, Gurumsaray, April 12-25
🎯 Practice MCQs — 16th April 2026
Q1. The Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor inaugurated by PM Modi is how many kilometres long?
(a) 165 km
(b) 190 km
(c) 213 km ✅
(d) 245 km
Q2. Which organisation released $340 million for the Amaravati Capital Development Project?
(a) IMF
(b) ADB
(c) World Bank ✅
(d) AIIB
Q3. IMF raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 2026–27 to which percentage?
(a) 6.2%
(b) 6.3%
(c) 6.6%
(d) 6.5% ✅
Q4. Seattle installed a life-size bronze statue of which Indian personality at Westlake Square?
(a) Mahatma Gandhi
(b) Swami Vivekananda ✅
(c) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
(d) Rabindranath Tagore
Q5. What is the name of the Orion spacecraft used in the Artemis II mission?
(a) Unity
(b) Endurance
(c) Integrity ✅
(d) Discovery
Q6. India–Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise ‘DUSTLIK 2026’ is which edition?
(a) 5th Edition
(b) 6th Edition
(c) 7th Edition ✅
(d) 8th Edition
Q7. Amul is managed by which parent cooperative body?
(a) NDDB
(b) GCMMF ✅
(c) NAFED
(d) NCDC
Q8. Which bank received RBI approval to convert into a Universal Bank?
(a) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
(b) Equitas Small Finance Bank
(c) AU Small Finance Bank ✅
(d) ESAF Small Finance Bank
Q9. Nizar Amedi has been elected as the President of which country?
(a) Iran
(b) Jordan
(c) Syria
(d) Iraq ✅
Q10. Under NPS, PPFAS Asset Management received approval from which regulatory body?
(a) SEBI
(b) IRDAI
(c) RBI
(d) PFRDA ✅
📊 Answer Key
Q No.
Answer
Q1
(c) 213 km
Q2
(c) World Bank
Q3
(d) 6.5%
Q4
(b) Swami Vivekananda
Q5
(c) Integrity
Q6
(c) 7th Edition
Q7
(b) GCMMF
Q8
(c) AU Small Finance Bank
Q9
(d) Iraq
Q10
(d) PFRDA
📢 Editor’s Note
✍️ By Ishan Verma | TheExamHub.in
“Today’s current affairs is tomorrow’s exam question. Never miss a day!”
Today was a power-packed edition — from Artemis II’s historic return to Amul’s ₹1 lakh crore milestone, from India’s new expressway to IMF’s updated GDP forecast. Every single story here has the potential to appear in your next exam!
A special tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 136th Jayanti — the man who gave us our Constitution and fought for equality all his life. 🙏
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