Daily Current Affairs Quiz 30th April 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 30 April, 2026

Q1. The theme of the “CERT-In SAMVAAD 2026” was strategically designed to reflect the evolving nature of digital security. Which of the following correctly represents the official theme of the conference?

(a) Strengthening Cyber Borders: Innovate, Integrate, Impact

(b) Securing Digital Bharat through Future-Ready Audits: Adapting, Assuring, Advancing

(d) Cyber Suraksha: Empowering CISOs for a Digital Economy

(e) Next-Gen Auditing: Protecting Infrastructure through Global Standards

Answer: b

Solution:

CERT-In hosted the National Annual Conference “CERT-In SAMVAAD 2026”.
The conference was held from 27 to 29 April 2026.
It was organised in association with BITS Pilani, at the K. K. Birla Goa Campus in Goa.
The event brought together over 500 delegates, including policymakers, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), industry experts, and cybersecurity professionals.
It also saw participation from CERT-In empanelled auditing organisations and regulatory bodies.
The theme for 2026 was “Securing Digital Bharat through Future-Ready Audits: Adapting, Assuring, Advancing.”
The conference aimed to strengthen India’s cybersecurity audit ecosystem and enhance cyber resilience.

Q2. Strategically positioned to bolster national security, the Ganga Expressway incorporates a specialized 3.5-km-long airstrip. In which of the following districts is this airstrip located to facilitate Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft operations?

(a) Meerut

(b) Hardoi

(d) Pratapgarh

(e) Bulandshahr

Answer: c

Solution:

Narendra Modi inaugurated the 594-km long Access-Controlled Greenfield Ganga Expressway on 29 April 2026.
The inauguration took place in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh.
The expressway has been developed by the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority.
It will connect the western, central, and eastern regions of Uttar Pradesh through a high-speed corridor.
The project is the longest expressway in Uttar Pradesh.
It will reduce travel time between Meerut and Prayagraj from about 12 hours to nearly 6 hours.
The expressway passes through 12 districts, including Meerut, Hapur, Bulandshahr, Amroha, Sambhal, Budaun, Shahjahanpur, Hardoi, Unnao, Rae Bareli, Pratapgarh, and Prayagraj.
It features a 3.5-km-long airstrip in Shahjahanpur for emergency take-off and landing of Indian Air Force aircraft.
The project is expected to boost industrial development, trade, agriculture, and tourism.
It will also generate significant employment opportunities across the region.

Q3. In a significant move to bolster the indigenous sports manufacturing and technology sector, the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry has waived off registration fees for Intellectual Property. For what specific duration has this fee exemption been implemented?

(a) One Year

(b) Five Years

(d) Two Years

(e) Six Months

Answer: c

Solution:

In April 2026, Piyush Goyal announced a three-year fee exemption on intellectual property (IP) registrations related to sports.
The waiver is effective immediately and applies across India.
It covers all categories of IP, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, designs, traditional knowledge, and geographical indications.
The initiative has been introduced as a special drive to promote innovation in the sports ecosystem.
The government will also provide facilitation support under existing schemes to assist stakeholders in filing and securing IP rights.
Beneficiaries include innovators, students, artisans, and sports-related stakeholders.

Q5. To strengthen the Urban Co-operative Banking (UCB) sector, the Reserve Bank of India has launched a dedicated capacity-building initiative. What is the full form of the acronym “SAKSHAM” as used in this mission?

(a) Sahkari Administrative Kshamta aur Management

(b) Sahkari Bank Kshamta Nirman

(d) Sustainable Awas and Kshamta Nirman

(e) Sahkari Association for Knowledge and Management

Answer: b

Solution:

The Reserve Bank of India launched Mission SAKSHAM (Sahkari Bank Kshamta Nirman) in April 2026.
The initiative is aimed at capacity building of the Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) sector across India.
It is a mission-mode, sector-wide, all-India training programme.
The objective is to enhance managerial and operational capabilities, improve compliance culture, and strengthen institutional resilience.
Under the mission, RBI will conduct extensive training programmes through both in-person sessions and e-learning platforms.
The initiative is expected to cover around 1.4 crore participants.
Target groups include board members, senior management, risk heads, and other key stakeholders in UCBs.
Training content will also be delivered in regional languages wherever feasible.
The mission aims to create a sustainable and self-reinforcing ecosystem for the stability and growth of the cooperative banking sector.

Q6. In a historic first for Indian sports, Rithika Sri has recently been recognized as the first transgender individual to qualify as a cricket umpire. To which state’s cricket association does she belong?

(a) Karnataka State Cricket Association

(b) Mumbai Cricket Association

(d) Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association

(e) Baroda Cricket Association

Answer: c

Solution:

Rithika Sri has become India’s first transgender cricket umpire.
She hails from Tamil Nadu.
This milestone was achieved after the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association introduced an “Other” category in its State Panel Umpire examination.
The move marks a significant step towards inclusivity and gender diversity in cricket.

Q7. The 10th Session of the India–Kenya Joint Trade Committee (JTC), concluded in April 2026, noted a significant surge in bilateral trade. What was the total trade value recorded between the two nations for the fiscal year 2025–26?

(a) USD 4.31 billion

(b) USD 3.45 billion

(d) USD 2.95 billion

(e) USD 4.88 billion

Answer: a

Solution:

The 10th Session of the India–Kenya Joint Trade Committee was held on 27–28 April 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.
The meeting aimed to review and strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation between India and Kenya.
It was co-chaired by Rajesh Agrawal and Regina Akotah Ombam.
Bilateral trade between the two countries reached USD 4.31 billion in 2025–26, marking a 24.91% increase from USD 3.45 billion in 2024–25.
Discussions focused on trade diversification, resolving market access issues, and strengthening economic ties.

Q8. Two Marathi films have been officially selected for the prestigious Film Market section of the Cannes International Film Festival 2026. Who is the director of the film “Jeev – The Creature,” which explores the tribal traditions of Maharashtra?

(a) Rohan Mapuskar

(b) Nagraj Manjule

(d) Paresh Mokashi

(e) Swati Mhase Patil

Answer: c

Solution:

Two Marathi films, Jeev – The Creature and April May 99, have been selected for the film market section of the Cannes Film Festival 2026.
The festival will be held from 12 to 23 May 2026 in France.
The announcement was made by Swati Mhase Patil, Managing Director of the Maharashtra Film Theatre and Cultural Development Corporation.
Ashish Shelar congratulated the film teams.
Jeev – The Creature, directed by Ravindra Jadhav, explores the traditions and customs of the tribal Konkani community in Maharashtra.
April May 99, directed by Rohan Mapuskar, focuses on friendship, love, self-discovery, and nostalgic memories of summer vacations.

Q9. In April 2026, which Nordic country marked a historic milestone by becoming the first in Europe to launch a fully integrated lithium project, covering the entire process from ore extraction to refining?

(a) Sweden

(b) Norway

(d) Denmark

(e) Finland

Answer: e

Solution:

Finland has marked a historic milestone by launching Europe’s first fully integrated lithium project, covering the entire value chain from extraction to refining.
The project is located near Kokkola.
It represents a major step towards strengthening Europe’s energy independence.
The initiative will support the growth of the electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem by ensuring a steady supply of lithium, a key battery material.
Lithium is a critical mineral for modern battery technologies, especially in EVs and energy storage systems.
The project aims to reduce Europe’s dependence on lithium imports.

Q10. According to the Quick Estimates released by the National Statistical Office (NSO), India’s industrial output growth touched a five-month low in March 2026. What was the registered growth rate for this period?

(a) 5.2%

(b) 4.1%

(d) 5.5%

(e) 4.3%

Answer: b

Solution:

India’s industrial output growth, measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), slowed to 4.1% in March 2026, marking a five-month low.
The growth rate declined from 5.2% in February 2026 (Quick Estimate), indicating a moderation in economic momentum towards the end of the financial year.
Sector-wise growth for March 2026:
- Mining: 5.5%
- Manufacturing: 4.3%
- Electricity: 0.8%
The overall IIP index stood at 173.2, compared to 166.3 in March 2025.
Sectoral indices for March 2026:
- Mining: 166.8
- Manufacturing: 169.4
- Electricity: 221.3
According to the National Statistics Office, the slowdown was mainly due to weaker performance in manufacturing and electricity sectors.