Q.1> Recently, how many years old manuscript of Ramayana has been discovered in Ayodhya, which is in discussion for its unique handwriting and preservation?
Ans> 200 Years
- Age: The newly discovered manuscript is estimated to be 150 to 200 years old. (Note: A separate, 233-year-old manuscript was also permanently gifted to the museum earlier in January 2026).
- Discovery Location: It was discovered at a local resident’s house in Ayodhya. It is now being handed over to the International Ram Katha Museum for expert preservation.
- Unique Handwriting: The text is written in the Devanagari script. It is highly discussed by historians because the letter formations showcase the historical evolution from the ancient ‘Nagari’ script to modern ‘Devanagari’. The old script features letters with “open bases and attached vowel marks,” which look distinctly different from modern writing formats.
- Preservation and Materials: The scripture was penned on natural, handmade paper from that era. Notably, the writing has survived incredibly well because it was written using a special, naturally prepared black ink extracted from tree roots.
Q.2> Which new initiative has been launched by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to plant medicinal trees along National Highways?
Ans> Arogya Van
- Objective: The program aims to enhance roadside biodiversity, improve ecological resilience, and promote traditional systems of Indian medicine, such as Ayurveda, by conserving indigenous medicinal flora.
- First Phase Implementation: Under the initial action plan, approximately 67,462 medicinal trees will be planted across 17 land parcels spanning 62.8 hectares. This phase covers 11 states, including Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi-NCR, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh.
- Identified Tree Species: Around 36 tree species with established medicinal properties have been selected based on their suitability to local agro-climatic zones. Key species include Neem, Amla, Imli, Jamun, Lemon, Gular, and Maulsari.
Q.3> Where has the foundation stone for India’s first driverless ‘Pod Taxi’ project been laid?
Ans> Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- Officiated By: The ceremony was performed by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on April 7, 2026.
- The Route: Officially known as the Automated Rapid Transit System (ARTS), the 8.85-kilometer elevated corridor will connect Bandra (East) to Kurla, aiming to decongest the busy commercial district.
- The Technology: The system will feature AI-driven, battery-powered pods running on a dedicated track. Each pod can carry up to six passengers and will stop only at the specific stations selected by the riders, bypassing unnecessary stops for faster travel.
Q.4> Where was the National Astrology Mahakumbh and Astro-Cultural Festival 2026 held?
Ans> Constitution Club in New Delhi
- Date: It was organized on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
- Significance: It was highlighted as the country’s first National Astrology Mahakumbh.
- Key Attendees: The event saw participation from prominent political figures, including Union Ministers and the Delhi Assembly Speaker, along with renowned astrologers from across the country.
- Core Discussions: The festival emphasized the deep connection between human life and the universe, discussing how ancient astrological sciences and traditional knowledge can be utilized for right guidance, positive thinking, and the overall betterment of society.
Q.5> In which location is the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Conference being held recently?
Ans> Panaji, Goa
- Recent Zonal Conference (April 2026): The 1st CPA India Region Zone VII Conference is currently being held in Panaji, Goa (April 9–10, 2026). It was inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
- Key Themes in Goa: The discussions are centered on “The Role of Young Legislators in Achieving the Goal of a Developed India by 2047” and the priorities of Zone VII in trade, tourism, urbanization, environment, and coastal connectivity.
- Recent Main National Conference (September 2025): The primary 11th CPA India Region Conference was previously held in Bengaluru, Karnataka (September 11–13, 2025).
Q.6> Who has been elected as the new Secretary-General of the Arab League?
Ans> Nabil Fahmy
- New Secretary-General: Former Egyptian Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy has been unanimously approved as the next Secretary-General of the Arab League.
- Term: He will serve a five-year term beginning on July 1, 2026.
- Predecessor: Fahmy will succeed Ahmed Aboul Gheit, whose second term ends on June 30, 2026.
Q.7> Between which two countries was the Joint Special Forces ‘Exercise Cyclone-IV’ conducted in April 2026?
Ans> India and Egypt
- Dates: April 9 to 17, 2026.
- Location: Anshas, Egypt.
- Participants: Elite Special Forces personnel from both the Indian Army and the Egyptian Army.
- Core Objectives: The exercise aimed to enhance joint mission planning, improve interoperability for counter-terrorism operations, and facilitate the exchange of tactical best practices, particularly for combat and survival in desert and semi-desert terrains.
Q.8> According to the latest estimates of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), what is the projected real GDP growth rate for India for the financial year 2026-27 (FY27)?
Ans> 6.9%
- Quarterly Projections for FY27:
Q1: 6.8%
Q2: 6.7%
Q3: 7.0%
Q4: 7.2%
- Comparison: This projection is lower than the 7.6% growth estimated for the previous financial year (2025-26).
- Key Reasons for Moderation: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra noted that the moderation is primarily driven by external headwinds. These include elevated energy and commodity prices, heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia, and supply chain disruptions affecting key shipping routes (such as the Strait of Hormuz).
- Domestic Support: Despite external challenges, the RBI highlighted that the domestic economy remains resilient, supported by strong private consumption, rising investment, healthy bank balance sheets, and sustained momentum in the services sector.
Q.9> Which bank has launched the AI-driven multilingual platform ‘bob Samvaad’ to communicate with customers in their local language?
Ans> Bank of Baroda
- Objective: The platform is designed to eliminate language barriers at bank branches, allowing customers and branch staff to communicate seamlessly in their preferred regional languages.
- Key Features: Developed entirely in-house, it leverages advanced AI-driven speech and language technologies to provide real-time, low-latency, two-way communication.
- Language Support: It supports real-time translation across 22 Indian languages.
- How it Works: Customers can speak or type their queries in their native language at the service counter. The platform instantly translates this into the staff member’s chosen language, and vice-versa. It provides on-screen text as well as an optional text-to-speech voice feature for better accessibility.
Q.10> Recently, which state government has declared cancer as a ‘Notifiable Disease’?
Ans> Telangana
- The Mandate: It is now legally mandatory for all healthcare facilities—including government and private hospitals, clinics, AYUSH facilities, and diagnostic laboratories—to report every diagnosed case of cancer (including pre-cancerous and invasive types) to a centralized state portal within one month (30 days) of diagnosis.
- Key Objective: The primary goal is to establish a robust, uniform state-wide cancer registry and surveillance system. This will accurately estimate the disease’s incidence, prevalence, and mortality, enabling evidence-based policymaking, better resource allocation, and improved early screening measures.
- Nodal Agency: The Mehdi Nawaz Jung (MNJ) Institute of Oncology and Regional Cancer Centre in Hyderabad has been designated as the Centre of Excellence. It will validate the submitted data and coordinate directly with the National Cancer Registry maintained by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Q.11> According to the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) report, which was the most polluted city in India in March 2026?
Ans> Gurgaon (Gurugram)
- Pollution Levels: Gurgaon recorded a monthly average PM2.5 concentration of 116 µg/m³, which is nearly twice India’s National Ambient Air Quality Standard (60 µg/m³) and drastically higher than the WHO guideline.
- State Trends: The CREA report highlighted severe air quality issues in Ghaziabad, prompting urgent calls for stronger emission controls.
- Annual Record: While Gurgaon topped the charts specifically for the month of March, the report noted that Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) was the most polluted city in India for the entire financial year 2025–26.
Q.12> When is Poshan Pakhwada 2026 being organized?
Ans> 9-23 April
- Theme: The theme for the 2026 edition is “Maximizing Brain Development in the First Six Years of Life”. It recognizes that over 85% of brain development occurs by the age of six, making the first 1,000 days particularly critical.
- Organizing Authority: It is an annual initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Women and Child Development under Mission Poshan 2.0.
- Key Focus Areas: The 2026 campaign emphasizes maternal and child nutrition, early stimulation for brain development (0-3 years), play-based education (3-6 years), minimizing screen time, and strengthening Anganwadi centers through community participation.
Q.13> What is the official theme for World Health Day, observed globally by the World Health Organization (WHO) on April 7, 2026?
Ans> Together for health. Stand with science.
- Core Message: The theme emphasizes the critical role of scientific collaboration and evidence-based decision-making in protecting global health and combating health misinformation.
- The “One Health” Approach: A major pillar of the 2026 campaign is the “One Health” model, which highlights that human health is deeply interconnected with the health of animals, plants, and the planet’s broader ecosystems.
- Call to Action: The WHO is urging governments, healthcare institutions, and the public to “choose evidence and trust facts.” The campaign aims to rebuild trust in science and ensure that health policies, climate actions, and food systems are guided by robust scientific data.
- Global Collaboration: The observance kicks off a year-long initiative that underscores how international scientific networks and multilateral cooperation are necessary to turn research into actionable, real-world health solutions.
Q.14> ‘A Road Well Travelled’ is the autobiography of whom?
Ans> R.K. Raghavan
- Who is the Author?: He is a veteran Indian Police Service (IPS) officer who served as the Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). He later served as India’s High Commissioner to Cyprus.
- Key Highlights: The autobiography chronicles his extensive law enforcement career and his involvement in investigating high-profile national events, including the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, the Bofors scam, and the 2000 cricket match-fixing scandal.
Q.15> From the academic session 2026-27, for which classes has the CBSE introduced a new curriculum for ‘Computational Thinking’ (CT) and ‘Artificial Intelligence’ (AI)?
Ans> Class 3 to 8
- Core Objective: The curriculum is designed to help young learners develop essential skills like logical reasoning, systematic problem-solving, pattern recognition, and algorithmic thinking from an early age.
- Integration: Rather than treating AI and CT as entirely separate subjects, the framework encourages integrating these concepts into core disciplines like Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, and Languages.
- NEP Alignment: This move aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to build “future-ready” students and familiarize them with the responsible and ethical use of technology.
Q.16> Which pair has won the gold medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the ISSF World Cup by setting a world record?
Ans> Palak Gulia & Mukesh
- Gold Medalists: Indian shooters Palak Gulia and Mukesh Nelavalli.
- Event: 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the ISSF World Cup 2026 held in Granada, Spain.
- The Record: The Indian duo clinched the gold medal by shattering the world record (which also stands as a junior world record) with a massive score of 487.7 points in the final. This eclipsed the previous world record of 481.3 points.
- The Competition: In the gold medal match, Palak and Mukesh defeated the reigning world champions from China (Qianxun Yao and Kai Hu), who settled for the silver medal. Hungary took the bronze.
Q.17> When is “World Homeopathy Day” observed?
Ans> 10 April
- Significance: The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann (born April 10, 1755), the German physician and chemist who is universally recognized as the founder of homeopathy.
- Objective: The annual observance aims to raise awareness about homeopathic medicine, highlight its benefits as an alternative or complementary healthcare system, and encourage evidence-based research in the field.
- In India: The day is significantly marked by the Ministry of Ayush, particularly through the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), which regularly organizes national scientific conventions, health camps, and awareness programs to integrate homeopathy into the broader public health framework.
Q.18> Where has the 25th All India Water Sports Group Championship commenced?
Ans> Tehri district, Uttarakhand
- Host Organization: It is being hosted and organized by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).
- Location: The 25th All India Police Water Sports Cluster Championship has commenced at Tehri Lake in Wasai, Tehri district, Uttarakhand.
- Inauguration: The national-level championship was officially inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami.
- Key Details: More than 440 athletes representing 19 Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and state police teams are participating in 52 sporting events, including canoeing, kayaking, and rowing.
Q.19> When was ‘Prevention of Blindness Week 2026’ observed?
Ans> 1-7 April
- Organizing Authority: This is an annual awareness campaign organized by the Government of India in collaboration with the National Society for the Prevention of Blindness-India (NSPB-I).
- Core Objective: The week aims to educate the public on the importance of eye health, encourage regular check-ups, and raise awareness about preventing avoidable vision loss caused by conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, malnutrition, and diabetes.
- Theme for 2026: The campaign primarily focused on the theme “Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World,” emphasizing early detection for conditions that often show no early symptoms.
Q.20> The second edition of Rugby Premier League (RPL) 2026 will be held in which city?
Ans> Hyderabad
- Venue: Gachibowli Stadium
- Dates: June 16 to June 28, 2026
- Format: The tournament will be played in the fast-paced Rugby 7s format. It will feature the same six franchises that participated in the inaugural season (which was previously held in Mumbai).
Summary – Mind Map
National & States
- Ayodhya: Rare 200-year-old manuscript of the Ramayana discovered.
- NHAI: Launched ‘Arogya Van’ to plant medicinal trees along highways.
- Infrastructure: India’s first driverless ‘Pod Taxi’ project foundation laid in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- Culture: National Astrology Mahakumbh held in New Delhi.
- Politics: CPA India Region Conference held in Panaji, Goa.
International & Defense
- Arab League: Nabil Fahmy elected as the new Secretary-General.
- Defense Exercise: Joint Special Forces ‘Exercise Cyclone-IV’ conducted between India and Egypt.
Economy & Banking
- RBI Projection: India’s real GDP growth estimated at 6.9% for FY27.
- Banking AI: Bank of Baroda launched multilingual platform ‘bob Samvaad’.
Health & Environment
- Public Health: Telangana declared cancer as a ‘Notifiable Disease’.
- Environment: Gurugram named the most polluted city in March 2026 by CREA.
- Nutrition: ‘Poshan Pakhwada 2026’ organized from 9-23 April.
Books & Education
- Autobiography: ‘A Road Well Travelled’ authored by former CBI Dir. R.K. Raghavan.
- CBSE Curriculum: AI and Computational Thinking introduced for Classes 3 to 8.
Sports & Important Days
- Shooting: Palak Gulia & Mukesh won Gold with a World Record at ISSF World Cup.
- Water Sports: 25th All India Water Sports Group Championship commenced in Uttarakhand.
- Rugby: 2nd edition of Rugby Premier League (RPL) to be held in Hyderabad.
- Important Days: World Homeopathy Day on 10 April; Prevention of Blindness Week from 1-7 April.
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