Daily Current Affairs Quiz 21st April 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 21st April, 2026

Q1. In a landmark development for the Indian semiconductor industry, the foundation stone for the nation’s first advanced 3D chip packaging unit was laid in April 2026. In which specific technology park is this facility located?

(a) Silicon Valley, Bengaluru

(b) HITEC City, Hyderabad

(d) Magarpatta City, Pune

(e) Salt Lake Sector V, Kolkata

Answer: c

Solution:

In April 2026, the foundation stone for India’s first advanced 3D chip packaging unit was laid on 19 April 2026.
The facility will be established at Info Valley in Bhubaneswar.
The project marks a significant milestone in strengthening India’s domestic semiconductor ecosystem.
It is expected to boost high-end electronics manufacturing and technological capabilities in the country.
The initiative also positions Odisha as an emerging hub for advanced technology and semiconductor development.

Q2. In April 2026, the Ministry of Textiles and NIFT unveiled “Vishwa Sutra”, a designer collection aimed at globalizing Indian textiles. At which of the following events was this collection officially presented?

(a) Lakme Fashion Week

(b) 61st Femina Miss India

(d) G20 Textile Summit

(e) Indian Handloom Expo

Answer: b

Solution:

In April 2026, the Office of the Development Commissioner Handlooms in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology unveiled “Vishwa Sutra – Weaves of India for the World.”
The collection was showcased at the 61^st Femina Miss India 2026 held in Bhubaneswar.
The initiative aims to position Indian handlooms in a contemporary global design narrative.
It features 30 distinct handloom weaves from across India, each representing a different state.
Each weave is creatively reinterpreted using inspirations from 30 different countries, incorporating global cultural elements, silhouettes, and design styles.

Q3. In April 2026, the BCCI extended the contract of the Chairman of the Senior Selection Committee by one year. Who currently holds this position?

(a) Chetan Sharma

(b) Sunil Joshi

(d) Shiv Sunder Das

(e) Venkatesh Prasad

Answer: c

Solution:

Ajit Agarkar will continue as the Chairman of the Senior Selection Committee.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India has extended his contract by one year in April 2026.
The extension is aimed at ensuring continuity in team selection ahead of the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Under his leadership (October 2023 to March 2026), India reached four ICC tournament finals.
The team secured three major titles, including two T20 World Cups and one ICC Champions Trophy.

Q4. In April 2026, a senior Indian Foreign Service officer was appointed to represent India diplomatically in a European nation. Who has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Greece?

(a) Sanjay Verma
(b) Ravi Shankar
(c) Vikram Doraiswami
(d) Pavan Kapoor
(e) Taranjit Singh Sandhu

Answer: b

Solution:

In April 2026, Ravi Shankar (IFS: 1995) has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Greece

Q5. In April 2026, President Lee Jae Myung arrived in India for his first State Visit. He is the President of which of the following countries?

(a) North Korea

(b) Republic of Korea (South Korea)

(d) Japan

(e) Singapore

Answer: b

Solution:

At the invitation of Narendra Modi, Lee Jae Myung, President of the South Korea, is on a State Visit to India from 19–21 April 2026.
He is accompanied by First Lady Kim Hea Kyung and a high-level delegation, including ministers, senior officials, and business leaders.
This marks President Lee’s first visit to India.

Q6. Who was crowned Miss India World 2026 at the grand finale of the 61st Femina Miss India pageant held in April 2026?

(a) Rajnandini Pawar

(b) Sree Advaita

(d) Sini Shetty

(e) Sadhvi Satish Sail

Answer: e

Solution:

Sadhvi Satish Sail was crowned Miss India World 2026 at the Femina Miss India 2026.
The grand finale was held on 18 April 2026 in Bhubaneswar.
Sadhvi Satish Sail made history by becoming the first woman from Goa to win the title.
Rajnandini Pawar from Maharashtra secured the 1st Runner-up position.
Sree Advaita from Jammu and Kashmir was declared the 2nd Runner-up.
Sadhvi Satish Sail will represent India at the 74th Miss World Festival in 2027.

Q7. World Liver Day 2026 was observed with a focus on promoting healthy lifestyle practices and preventive care to maintain liver health. What was the theme of World Liver Day 2026?

(a) Healthy Liver for All

(b) Care for Your Liver

(d) Liver Health Matters

(e) Fit Body, Healthy Liver

Answer: c

Solution:

World Liver Day is observed every year on 19 April.
The day aims to raise awareness about the importance of liver health and promote preventive healthcare practices.
The theme for 2026 is “Solid Habits, Strong Liver.”
The theme emphasizes the importance of consistent and sustainable lifestyle habits for maintaining liver health.
It highlights how simple daily choices, such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, and avoiding harmful substances, can protect the liver.

Q8. In April 2026, the foundation stone for India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park was laid in which of the following regions?

(a) Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh

(b) Leh, Ladakh

(d) Bhimbetka, Madhya Pradesh

(e) Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

Answer: b

Solution:

In April 2026, Lt. Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena laid the foundation stone for India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park.
The park is being developed on the banks of the Indus River in Leh, Ladakh, on the occasion of World Heritage Day.
The initiative aims to preserve Ladakh’s ancient heritage, particularly its historic rock carvings.
Petroglyphs are prehistoric images, symbols, or carvings etched or engraved on rock surfaces.
The conservation park will serve as a dedicated space for protecting centuries-old petroglyphs.

Q9. During the State Visit of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in April 2026, which of the following periods was designated to be commemorated as the “Year of India-ROK Friendship”?

(a) 2026–27

(b) 2027–28

(d) 2028–29

(e) 2030–31

Answer: d

Solution:

During the State Visit of Lee Jae Myung to India from 19–21 April 2026, both countries reached a key agreement.
India and South Korea agreed to commemorate 2028–29 as the “Year of India–ROK Friendship.”
The initiative aims to further strengthen bilateral ties and people-to-people connections between the two nations.

Q10. In April 2026, as a strategic gesture of reciprocity during the State Visit of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, the Government of India announced its formal decision to join which of the following Seoul-headquartered international organizations?

(a) International Maritime Organization

(b) Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)

(d) World Economic Forum

(e) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Answer: b

Solution:

During the State Visit of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to India from 19–21 April 2026, both nations announced significant steps to deepen cooperation in regional and global initiatives. In a notable development, South Korea will join the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and also will become a member of the International Solar Alliance, reflecting its commitment to sustainable and maritime cooperation. In reciprocity, India will join the Global Green Growth Institute, highlighting a shared focus on green growth and climate-oriented partnerships.