Current Affairs One - Liner : 28th April 2026

National:

• On April 2026, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) launched a 5‑year project titled “Strengthening Institutional Capacities for Securing Biodiversity Conservation Commitments” in Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya.

• In April 2026, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune inaugurated an advanced X-Band Doppler Weather Radar at Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra. This radar strengthens India’s weather monitoring network, especially for the Western Ghats and Konkan regions.
• The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MSJE) launched the SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile Application during the Chintan Shivir (24–26 April 2026, Chandigarh). This app is part of the SMILE scheme and aims to strengthen beggary rehabilitation through real-time digital surveys, improved monitoring, and transparent reporting.
• The United Nations marked a historic milestone by declaring April 21, 2026 as the first-ever International Day of Women in Industry. This global observance celebrates women’s contributions across manufacturing, engineering, energy, and industrial innovation, aiming to promote gender equality in traditionally male-dominated sectors.

International:

• On April 25, 2026, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) was officially admitted as a member of the International World Games Association (IWGA) during its Annual General Meeting in Lausanne, Switzerland. This marks a historic recognition of chess as part of the World Games Movement.

Sports:

• The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) has awarded India the hosting rights for the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026, scheduled in Goa from May 25 to June 7, 2026. For India’s “Blue Tigresses,” this is a golden chance to reclaim regional dominance after Bangladesh won the last two editions.

Defence:

• On April 25, 2026, DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat unveiled two new Advanced Armoured Platforms (AAP)—one tracked and one wheeled—at VRDE, Ahilyanagar (Maharashtra). Named Vikram VT-21, these vehicles mark a major leap in indigenous combat vehicle technology, built in just three years with a modular “one-platform, many-roles” philosophy.

Important Days:

• World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2026 was observed on April 28 by the ILO. The theme was “Good psychosocial working environments: A pathway to thriving workers and strong organisations.” It highlighted mental and emotional risks like excessive workloads, unclear roles, algorithm-driven pressure, and harassment.
• The United Nations observed International Delegate’s Day on April 25, 2026, honoring the role of delegates in shaping multilateral diplomacy. This day commemorates the first meeting of delegates at the UN in 1945, recognizing their contribution to peace, cooperation, and global governance.

Appointments:

• On April 22, 2026, Dilip Kumar assumed charge as Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of SAIL. A 1995-batch IAS officer of Punjab cadre, he was appointed under Maharatna PSU norms to ensure independent vigilance oversight.
• The Reserve Bank of India on April 24, 2026 approved the reappointment of B. Ramesh Babu as MD & CEO of Karur Vysya Bank. His new two-year term will begin on July 29, 2026, marking his third stint at the helm. The bank’s board had proposed this extension in January 2026, which has now received the RBI’s final nod.

Obituaries:

• Spiritual leader, philosopher, and Padma Shri awardee Guru Muni Narayana Prasad passed away on April 25, 2026, at the age of 87 in Thiruvananthapuram. He was the head of Narayana Gurukula, a prolific author of over 130 works, and a revered interpreter of Sree Narayana Guru’s teachings.
• Bharat Kapoor (1945–2026) was a veteran Indian actor and director, remembered for his versatile roles in over 150 films and several popular television serials. He passed away on April 27, 2026, at the age of 80, leaving behind a lasting legacy in Indian cinema.

Questions:

Q.1 Who assumed charge as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) on April 22, 2026?
a) B. Ramesh Babu
b) Dilip Kumar
c) Samir V. Kamat
d) Guru Muni Narayana Prasad

Answer: b) Dilip Kumar, a 1995-batch IAS officer of the Punjab cadre, assumed charge as CVO of SAIL on April 22, 2026.

Q.2 The SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 will be hosted by India in which city?
a) Bengaluru
b) Goa
c) Guwahati
d) Kochi

Answer: b) The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) awarded India hosting rights for the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026.