Daily Current Affairs Quiz 27th April 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 27 April, 2026

Q1. Who has been appointed as the new Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog in April 2026?

(a) Arvind Panagariya

(b) Rajiv Kumar

(d) B.V.R. Subrahmanyam

(e) V. Anantha Nageswaran

Answer: c

Solution:

Ashok Kumar Lahiri has been appointed as the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog.
He will succeed Suman K. Bery in this role.
Along with his appointment, the government has named the following as full-time Members of NITI Aayog:
- Rajiv Gauba
- V. Raju
- Gobardhan Das
- Srinivas
- Abhay Karandikar
Ashok Kumar Lahiri is a seasoned policymaker and has previously served as India’s 12th Chief Economic Adviser.
He has also been a member of the 15th Finance Commission.

Q2. In April 2026, which Indian IT major announced the appointment of tennis star Carlos Alcaraz as its global brand ambassador?

(a) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

(b) Wipro

(d) HCLTech

(e) Tech Mahindra

Answer: c

Solution:

Infosys announced a multi-year partnership with Carlos Alcaraz as its global brand ambassador in April 2026.
Under this collaboration, Carlos Alcaraz will serve as the face of Infosys globally.
The partnership has been described as a “convergence of excellence”, combining:
- Alcaraz’s grit and sporting excellence
- Infosys’ strength in artificial intelligence and digital innovation
The collaboration also highlights the integration of AI with sports technology, particularly in tennis analytics and performance enhancement.

Q3. In April 2026, Wall Street major JPMorgan revised its rating on the Indian stock market, citing stretched valuations and geopolitical uncertainties. To which of the following ratings did the investment bank downgrade Indian equities?

(a) Underweight

(b) Neutral

(d) Hold

(e) Sell

Answer: b

Solution:

In April 2026, JPMorgan Chase downgraded India’s equity market rating from “Overweight” to “Neutral.”
The downgrade reflects concerns over market valuations and global uncertainties.
The bank projected that the Nifty 50 could fall to around 20,500 in a bearish scenario, indicating a potential 15–16% downside.
The report highlights that Indian equities are currently trading at a premium relative to emerging market peers.

Q4. In April 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) granted prequalification to the first-ever malaria treatment specifically designed for newborns. What is the name of this formulation?

(a) Hydroxychloroquine

(b) Artemether-lumefantrine

(d) Artesunate-amodiaquine

(e) Doxycycline

Answer: b

Solution:

In April 2026, the World Health Organization granted prequalification approval to a malaria treatment designed specifically for newborns and infants.
This marks the first-ever approval of an antimalarial drug formulation tailored for the youngest age group.
The approved medicine is Artemether-lumefantrine, specially formulated for infants.
The development addresses a critical gap in paediatric malaria treatment, particularly in high-burden regions.

Q5. Gurbax Singh Grewal, who passed away in April 2026, was an Olympic medallist in which sport?

(a) Wrestling

(b) Field Hockey

(d) Athletics

(e) Boxing

Answer: b

Solution:

Gurbax Singh Grewal, an Olympic hockey medallist, passed away on 24 April 2026.
He died following a heart attack in Zirakpur, near Chandigarh.
Gurbax Singh Grewal was 84 years old at the time of his demise.
He was a member of the Indian team that won a bronze medal at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.

Q6. World Malaria Day is observed annually on April 25 to highlight the global effort to control and eventually eradicate malaria. What is the official theme for World Malaria Day 2026?

(a) Time to Deliver Zero Malaria: Invest, Innovate, Implement

(b) Harness Innovation to Reduce the Malaria Disease Burden and Save Lives

(d) Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.

(e) Zero Malaria Starts with Me

Answer: d

Solution:

World Malaria Day is observed every year on 25 April.
The day is led by the World Health Organization to raise awareness and accelerate efforts to control and eliminate malaria.
The theme for 2026 is “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.”
The theme emphasizes the urgency to protect lives and invest in a malaria-free future.
World Malaria Day was first celebrated in 2008, following its establishment at the 60th World Health Assembly in 2007.
The observance focuses on prevention, treatment, research, and global collaboration to combat malaria.

Q7. Every year, World Veterinary Day is observed on April 25 to celebrate the contributions of veterinarians to animal welfare. Which of the following is the official theme for the year 2026?

(a) Environmental Protection for Animal Health

(b) Veterinarians: Guardians of Animal Health and Food Safety

(d) Promoting Diversity and Equity in the Veterinary Profession

(e) The Role of Vaccinations in Veterinary Medicine

Answer: b

Solution:

World Veterinary Day is observed every year on 25 April.
The day aims to raise awareness about animal health, welfare, and veterinary services.
The theme for 2026 is “Veterinarians: Guardians of Animal Health and Food Safety.”
It highlights the crucial role of veterinarians in public health, food safety, and animal care.

Q8. Guru Muni Narayana Prasad, who recently passed away at the age of 87 in Thiruvananthapuram, was the esteemed head of which spiritual institution dedicated to the vision of Sree Narayana Guru?

(a) Sivagiri Mutt

(b) Advaita Ashram

(d) Mata Amritanandamayi Math

(e) Ramakrishna Mission Kerala

Answer: c

Solution:

Guru Muni Narayana Prasad, a renowned spiritual leader and head of the Narayana Gurukulam, passed away in Thiruvananthapuram.
He was 87 years old at the time of his demise.
He joined Narayana Gurukulam in 1968 and became its head in 1999.
The Gurukulam is dedicated to the teachings of Sree Narayana Guru.

Q9. In April 2026, which UAE-based insurance provider received approval to establish a reinsurance branch in India’s GIFT City?

(a) Emirates Insurance Company

(b) Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC)

(d) Dubai Insurance Company

(e) Al Sagr National Insurance

Answer: b

Solution:

Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company, a UAE-based insurance and reinsurance provider, has received approval to set up a reinsurance branch in India.
The branch will be established at GIFT City, Gujarat.
The licence was granted by the International Financial Services Centres Authority.
It became effective from 1 April 2026, enabling operations from India’s International Financial Services Centre (IFSC).
The approval allows ADNIC to undertake reinsurance business in India.
This marks ADNIC’s entry into India’s offshore financial ecosystem.

Q10. In a significant move to enhance the nation’s strategic defense infrastructure, the Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully conducted a high-precision ‘Emergency Landing Facility’ (ELF) activation on the Purvanchal Expressway on April 22, 2026. This exercise, which demonstrated the IAF’s proficiency in day and night operations, took place in which specific district of Uttar Pradesh?

(a) Sultanpur

(b) Amethi

(d) Ghazipur

(e) Barabanki

Answer: a

Solution:

The Indian Air Force activated an Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) on the Purvanchal Expressway.
The exercise took place in Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh on 22 April 2026.
The facility was successfully tested for both day and night operations.
The activation demonstrates the IAF’s capability to use highways as alternative runways during emergencies.