Daily Current Affairs Quiz 29th April 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 29 April, 2026

Q1. In April 2026, a senior officer from the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers assumed a key vigilance role in a major public sector enterprise. Who has been appointed as the Chief Vigilance Officer of SAIL?

(a) Rajesh Kumar

(b) Dilip Kumar

(d) Sanjay Verma

(e) Vivek Gupta

Answer: b

Solution:

Dilip Kumar has assumed charge as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Steel Authority of India Limited.
He took charge of the position on 27 April 2026.

Q2. The World Day for Safety and Health at Work is an international campaign observed annually on April 28. Which of the following global organizations initiated this observance in 2003?

(a) World Health Organization (WHO)

(b) International Labour Organization (ILO)

(d) World Economic Forum (WEF)

(e) International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC)

Answer: b

Solution:

World Day for Safety and Health at Work is observed every year on 28 April worldwide.
The day is led by the International Labour Organization to promote safe and healthy working environments.
It focuses on preventing work-related accidents and occupational diseases and fostering a positive safety culture.
The observance was first initiated by the ILO in 2003.
The theme for 2026 highlights “Good psychosocial working environments: A pathway to thriving workers and strong organisations.”

Q3. What is the specific theme for the Nationwide Fire Safety Week being observed in May 2026? (a) Fire Prevention: Our Joint Responsibility

(b) Towards a Fire-Free Industrial India

(d) Safe School, Safe Hospital and Fire Safety Aware Society – Together for Fire Prevention

(e) Digital Monitoring of Fire Safety Compliance

Answer: d

Solution:

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has announced the observance of Nationwide Fire Safety Week 2026.
The campaign will be conducted from 4 May to 10 May 2026 across India.
The theme for 2026 is “Safe School, Safe Hospital and Fire Safety Aware Society – Together for Fire Prevention.”
The initiative aims to raise awareness about fire safety and prevention measures.
It focuses on enhancing compliance with safety norms in schools, hospitals, and public spaces.

Q4. In April 2026, NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the EkStep Foundation and Deloitte, launched a comprehensive strategic roadmap titled “________” to leverage digital public infrastructure as a primary driver for inclusive, non-linear, and productivity-led growth toward achieving the vision of a developed India.

(a) DPI@2047 for Viksit Bharat

(b) Digital India 4.0

(d) Tech-Ecosystem 2.0

(e) Vision Digital Amrit Kaal

Answer: a

Solution:

NITI Aayog launched “DPI@2047 for Viksit Bharat” on 27 April 2026.
The roadmap outlines the next phase of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a driver of inclusive and productivity-led growth.
It has been developed in partnership with EkStep Foundation and Deloitte.
The strategy proposes a two-phase digital transformation pathway:
- DPI 2.0 (2025–2035): Focus on livelihood-led growth at scale
- DPI 3.0 (2035–2047): Aim to achieve broad-based prosperity
The immediate priority is DPI 2.0, which will expand digital ecosystems to support economic opportunities.

Q5. The Indian women’s Kabaddi team clinched the Gold medal at the 6th Asian Beach Games by defeating which country in the final?

(a) Iran

(b) China

(d) Thailand

(e) South Korea

Answer: c

Solution:

India concluded its kabaddi campaign at the Asian Beach Games 2026 with strong performances.
The tournament is being held in Sanya, China.
The Indian women’s kabaddi team won the gold medal, defeating Sri Lanka by 47–31 in the final.
This victory marks India’s first gold medal in the 2026 edition of the Games.
The Indian men’s kabaddi team secured a silver medal, losing to Iran by 31–44 in the final.
The Asian Beach Games are organised by the Olympic Council of Asia and focus on beach and coastal sports.
India has fielded a 31-member contingent for the 2026 Games.
In the previous 2016 edition, India won 24 medals, including 2 gold, 4 silver, and 18 bronze

Q6. In April 2026, major administrative restructuring was approved in a Union Territory of India, significantly increasing its number of districts. How many total districts does Ladakh have after the creation of new districts?

(a) 5

(b) 6

(d) 8

(e) 7

Answer: e

Solution:

On 27 April 2026, Vinai Kumar Saxena approved the creation of five new districts in Ladakh.
With this decision, the total number of districts in Ladakh has increased from 2 to 7.
The newly created districts are Nubra, Sham, Changthang, Zanskar, and Drass.
Earlier, Ladakh had only two districts—Leh and Kargil.
Ladakh became a Union Territory in 2019 after the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir.
It is the largest Union Territory of India in terms of area.

Q7. According to the SIPRI report published in April 2026, India is the world’s fifth-largest military spender. What was India’s total defense expenditure for the year 2025?

(a) $75.4 billion

(b) $83.6 billion

(d) $101.2 billion

(e) $11.9 billion

Answer: c

Solution:

According to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute, India was the fifth-largest military spender in the world in 2025.
India’s defence expenditure stood at $92.1 billion, reflecting an 8.9% increase compared to 2024.
India accounted for 3.2% of total global military spending.
The countries spending more than India were:
- United States
- China
- Russia
- Germany
Among India’s neighbours:
- China spent $336 billion (up 7.4%)
- Pakistan spent $11.9 billion (up 11%), ranking 31st globally
The top three spenders—the USA, China, and Russia—together accounted for $1,480 billion, or 51% of global military expenditure.
Global military spending reached $2,887 billion in 2025, showing a significant increase.
The report highlighted that Europe saw a major rise of 14%, contributing $864 billion to global expenditure.

Q8. In April 2026, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ Meeting was hosted in which city?

(a) Tashkent, Uzbekistan

(b) Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

(d) Astana, Kazakhstan

(e) Moscow, Russia

Answer: b

Solution:

Rajnath Singh is leading a high-level Indian delegation to the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting 2026.
The meeting is being held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on 28 April 2026.
Defence Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation member countries are participating in the meeting.
The discussions focus on regional defence and security issues.

Q9. Virat Kohli became the first player in Indian Premier League history to reach the landmark of 9,000 runs. Against which team did he achieve this historic milestone?

(a) Mumbai Indians

(b) Chennai Super Kings

(d) Kolkata Knight Riders

(e) Gujarat Titans

Answer: c

Solution:

Virat Kohli created history by becoming the first player to score 9000 runs in the Indian Premier League.
He achieved this milestone during the match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals on 27 April 2026.

Q10. The India–New Zealand FTA includes a significant investment commitment from New Zealand to strengthen long-term cooperation. What is the total investment pledged?

(a) USD 10 billion

(b) USD 15 billion

(d) USD 25 billion

(e) USD 30 billion

Answer: c

Solution:

India and New Zealand signed the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (IN–NZ FTA) on 27 April 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
The agreement eliminates 100% duty on Indian exports to New Zealand, providing a major boost to trade.
New Zealand has committed to USD 20 billion investment over the next 15 years, strengthening long-term economic cooperation.
The FTA promotes MSMEs and job creation by granting zero-duty access to labour-intensive sectors such as textiles, apparel, leather, footwear, gems & jewellery, engineering goods, and processed foods.
It includes provisions for temporary employment opportunities for Indian professionals, with at least 5,000 “Temporary Employment Entry Visas” allowing stays of up to three years.
India has offered market access on 70.03% of tariff lines, covering around 95% of current imports from New Zealand, while sensitive sectors remain excluded.
Key excluded items include dairy products, certain agricultural commodities, sugar, oils, arms and ammunition, and select metals and jewellery items.
About 30% of tariff lines will see immediate duty elimination, while 35.6% will undergo phased tariff reduction over periods of 3 to 10 years.
A small portion of products will see tariff reductions or quotas, including items like wine, pharmaceuticals, and select agricultural goods.
The agreement encourages agricultural cooperation, including support for Indian farmers in areas like kiwi, apple cultivation, and honey production.
New Zealand is expected to benefit from increased exports of wool, wine, wood, coal, and fruits such as avocados and blueberries.