Daily Current Affairs Quiz 28th April 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 28th April, 2026

Q1. The Government of India has launched a five-year project (2025–2030) titled ‘Strengthening Institutional Capacities for Securing Biodiversity Conservation Commitments’. Which of the following sets of international organizations is providing technical and financial support for this initiative in partnership with the MoEFCC and the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)?

(a) World Bank and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

(b) Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

(d) New Development Bank (NDB) and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)

(e) Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Answer: b

Solution:

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the National Biodiversity Authority have launched a five-year project (2025–2030) titled “Strengthening Institutional Capacities for Securing Biodiversity Conservation Commitments.”
The project is a joint initiative of the Government of India, the Global Environment Facility, and the United Nations Development Programme, with funding support of USD 4.88 million.
The initiative aims to strengthen grassroots biodiversity governance by integrating biodiversity into Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDPs).
It focuses on empowering local communities, Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), and Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs).
The project is being implemented in two key ecological landscapes:
- In Tamil Nadu: the Sathyamangalam landscape, including Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve.
- In Meghalaya: the Garo Hills region, covering Nokrek Biosphere Reserve, Balpakram National Park, and Siju Wildlife Sanctuary.
A major objective is to mainstream biodiversity into local development planning, creating community-driven conservation strategies.
The project also promotes innovative financing mechanisms, including:
- Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS)
- CSR-based co-financing
- Green micro-enterprises for sustainable livelihoods
Another key focus is capacity building and knowledge management, ensuring replication of best practices across the country.

Q2. In April 2026, the Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Sh. Manohar Lal Khattar, released a landmark report titled “Moving Towards Effective City Government – A Framework for Million-plus Cities.” Which of the following organizations prepared this comprehensive report?

(a) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)

(b) Finance Commission of India

(d) National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA)

(e) Quality Council of India (QCI)

Answer: c

Solution:

Manohar Lal Khattar, Union Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs, released the report “Moving Towards Effective City Government – A Framework for Million-plus Cities”.
The report has been prepared by NITI Aayog.
It was released on 25 April 2026 at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
The report provides a roadmap for strengthening governance in India’s million-plus cities, which are key drivers of economic growth.
It emphasises the need to strengthen institutional frameworks along with sectoral improvements in urban governance.

Q3. International Design Day is observed globally on April 27 to mark the anniversary of the International Council of Design (ICoD) and to highlight the capacity of design to effect social change. What is the official theme for International Design Day 2026?

(a) Design for a Sustainable World

(b) The spaces in between

(d) Designing for the Future

(e) Design in the Digital Era

Answer: b

Solution:

International Design Day is celebrated every year on 27 April worldwide.
The day commemorates the founding of the International Council of Design on 27 April 1963.
The observance was earlier known as World Design Day until 2020.
It highlights the importance of design and its role in driving innovation and positive change.
The theme for 2026 is “The Spaces in Between.”

Q4. Raghu Rai, who passed away in April 2026, was a legendary figure in which of the following fields?

(a) Classical Music

(b) Photojournalism

(d) Archaeology

(e) Sculpture artist

Answer: b

Solution

Raghu Rai, legendary Indian photographer, passed away on 26 April 2026 in New Delhi.
He was 83 years old and had been battling cancer for two years.
Born on 18 December 1942 in Jhang, he became one of the most renowned photographers globally.
Often referred to as the “father of Indian photography/photojournalism,” he documented India’s social, political, and cultural landscape for over six decades.
He was mentored by Henri Cartier-Bresson and joined the prestigious Magnum Photos in 1977.
His work includes iconic coverage of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, which brought global attention to the disaster.
He also captured defining moments such as the Bangladesh Liberation War, along with portraits of Indira Gandhi and Mother Teresa.
His work was published in leading global publications like Time, Life, The New York Times, and The New Yorker, and he authored over 18 books.
He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1972.
Other honours include Photographer of the Year (1992, USA), Académie des Beaux-Arts Photography Award (2019), and a Lifetime Achievement Award (2017) by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting.

Q5. In April 2026, which Middle Eastern nation became the 63rd country to sign the Artemis Accords at NASA Headquarters?

(a) Saudi Arabia

(b) Qatar

(d) Egypt

(e) Jordan

Answer: e

Solution:

In April 2026, Jordan signed the Artemis Accords at the headquarters of National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
With this, Jordan became the 63rd signatory to the Artemis Accords.

About Artemis Accords:

The Artemis Accords were launched in 2020.
They are a non-binding set of principles aimed at guiding civil space exploration and cooperation.
The framework was co-led by NASA and the U.S. Department of State, along with founding members including Australia, Canada, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, UAE, and the United Kingdom.
India is also a signatory to the accords.

Q6. How many total medals did the Indian contingent win at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 in Cairo?

(a) 12

(b) 14

(d) 18

(e) 20

Answer: c

Solution:

Indian shooters delivered an outstanding performance at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026.
The tournament was held in Cairo, Egypt.
India finished at the top of the medal standings.
India secured a total of 16 medals, comprising:
- 5 Gold medals
- 6 Silver medals
- 5 Bronze medals

Q7. In April 2026, Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited (HSCL) commissioned India’s first production facility for which critical lithium-ion battery component?

(a) Cathode Active Material

(b) Anode Material

(d) Polypropylene Separator

(e) Aluminum Foil Current Collector

Answer: b

Solution:

In April 2026, Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited commissioned India’s first anode material production facility.
The facility has an initial capacity of 200 Metric Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA).
It is located at Hooghly, West Bengal (Mahistikry).
Himadri Speciality Chemical Limited is India’s largest speciality carbon black producer.

Q8. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) appointed the first-ever CEO of its international subsidiary, DMIL. Who has been appointed to this position?

(a) Sanjay Jamuar

(b) Vikas Kumar

(d) E. Sreedharan

(e) Vinay Kumar Tripathi

Answer: a

Solution:

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation announced the appointment of Sanjay Jamuar as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Delhi Metro International Limited.
Sanjay Jamuar is a former officer of the Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS).
The appointment marks a significant step in strengthening DMRC’s international operations and consultancy services.
Delhi Metro International Limited has been set up to expand Delhi Metro’s global footprint in metro rail projects.

Q9. Shri Dinesh Trivedi has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to which of the following neighbouring countries in April, 2026?

(a) Sri Lanka

(b) Nepal

(d) Bhutan

(e) Maldives

Answer: c

Solution:

Dinesh Trivedi has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh.
The appointment marks a key diplomatic development in India–Bangladesh relations.

Q10. In April 2026, Visa announced the appointment of a new Group Country Manager for India and South Asia. Who among the following has been chosen for this role?

(a) Sandeep Ghosh

(b) Suresh Sethi

(d) Dilip Asbe

(e) Rishi Gupta

Answer: b

Solution:

Visa has appointed Suresh Sethi as its Group Country Manager for India and South Asia.
In this role, Suresh Sethi will oversee strategy and operations across six countries in the region.
He previously served as the head of Protean eGov Technologies Ltd.