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1. MoEFCC and NBA Launch 5-Year Project on Grassroots Biodiversity Governance in TN and Meghalaya

• என்ன நடந்தது: MoEFCC and NBA Launch 5-Year Project on Grassroots Biodiversity Governance in TN and MeghalayaIn April 2026, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), in collaboration with the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), launched a five-year project titled‘Strengthening Institutional Capacities for Securing Biodiversity Conservation Commitments’to be implemented in the Sathyamangalam landscape of Tamil Nadu (TN) and the Garo Hills ofMeghalaya.About Grassroots Biodiversity Governance Project:Support: The project is supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with a grant ofUSD 4.88 millionfor2025–2030.Objective:The project integrates biodiversity into Gram Panchayat Development Plans (GPDPs), strengthens Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs), and promotes community-led conservation with sustainable livelihoods.Financing:The project activates Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and green micro-enterprises to link conservation with livelihoods and economic incentives.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

2. Six Border Villages in J-K

• என்ன நடந்தது: Six Border Villages in J-KIncluded Under Vibrant Village Programme-IIIn April 2026, the Government of India(GoI)announced the inclusion ofsixstrategically locatedborder villages inJammu and Kashmir(J&K’s)Kathua districtunder the second phase of the Vibrant Villages Programme(VVP–II),aimed at boosting development and improving living conditions in remote frontier regions.Key Details:Selected Villages:The villages,Bobiya, Kadyala, Gajnal, Karol Krishna, Rathua, and Gujjar Chak,located along the International Border were identified during a meeting chaired by Rajesh Sharma held in Kathua, J&K.Background:TheVVPwas launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA). to develop border villages and reduce out-migration from India’s remote frontier areas.VVP-II:In April2025,The union cabinet has approved 2nd phase of Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP-II) with total budget outlay ofRs 6,839crore, for the comprehensive development of the villages located in the blocks along all International Land Borders (ILBs), other than Northern border already covered under VVP-I.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

3. DRDO Unveils Advanced Armoured Platforms (Tracked & Wheeled) in Maharashtra

• என்ன நடந்தது: DRDO Unveils Advanced Armoured Platforms (Tracked & Wheeled) in MaharashtraOn 25 April 2026,Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary of the Department of Defence Research & Development (DDR&D) and Chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), unveiled theAdvanced Armoured Platforms (Tracked and Wheeled), at the DRDO laboratory in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, to enhance mobility, firepower, and protection for the evolving needs of the Indian Armed Forces.About Indigenous Advanced Armoured Platforms:Overview:The platforms were unveiled for the Indian Army (IA) as part of the Future Infantry Combat Vehicle (FICV) programme to replace ageingBMP-2K Sarath Infantry Fighting Vehicles(IFVs).Indigenous Development:These platforms have been designed and developed by the Vehicles Research and Development Establishment(VRDE),a laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), with65%indigenous content, which is planned to increase to 90% in line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence manufacturing.Manufacturing:Produced by Tata Advanced Systems Limited(TASL)and Bharat Forge Limited(BFL)with support from Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), strengthening the defence industrial ecosystem.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

4. IITM Pune Inaugurates X-Band Doppler Weather Radar at Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra

• என்ன நடந்தது: IITM Pune Inaugurates X-Band Doppler Weather Radar at Mahabaleshwar, MaharashtraOn April 2026, the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), at Pune, Maharashtra under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), officially commissionedX-Band Dual-PolarizationDoppler Weather Radar(DWR)at its High Altitude Cloud Physics Laboratory (HACPL) in Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra. About Doppler Weather Radar:Location & Function:Installed at an altitude of around 1,400 metres(m) in the Western Ghats, the radar acts as a ‘weather eye in the sky,’ enabling real-time tracking of rainfall, cloud movement, and storms.Monitoring & Forecasting:The system will monitor rapidly changing weather conditions in Mahabaleshwar, enabling the study of orographic rainfall and monsoon dynamics, while enhancing nowcasting (up to 3 hours) for regions including Satara, Pune, the Konkan region, and Mumbai.Advanced Radar Capabilities:Operating at 9.45 gigahertz (GHz) with solid-state amplifier technology, the system ensures reliable, low-maintenance, and energy-efficient performance, while its dual-polarization and high-resolution features enable precise analysis of precipitation, cloud structures, and improved weather forecasting.Collaboration:On the occasion, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between IITM and the Space Applications Centre (SAC) of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to jointlydevelop advanced satellite-based meteorological products.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This installation comes underMission Mausam, the government’s multi-year initiative to transform India into a Weather-Ready Nation.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

5. MSJE Launched SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile App During Chintan Shivir 2026

• என்ன நடந்தது: MSJE Launched SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile App During Chintan Shivir 2026In April 2026, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE) launched theSMILE(Support for Marginalised Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise)–Beggary Survey Mobile Application(App) during theChintan Shivirheld in Chandigarh (Punjab) from 24–26 April 2026. About SMILE–Beggary Survey Mobile Application:Features:The application enables real-time data capture, geo-tagging, hotspot mapping, analytics dashboards, and end-to-end monitoring from identification to rehabilitation.Coverage:Expanded to181 cities,the initiative creates a centralised national database for identifying vulnerable populations and improving policy planning.Process:It records demographic and socio-economic details and links beneficiaries to shelter homes, healthcare, counselling, de-addiction, skill training, and reintegration services.Integration:It is supported by model shelter home guidelines and complemented by the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0 App, which aids drug demand reduction and provides access to Mental Health and Normalcy Augmentation System (MANAS).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The SMILE–Beggary initiative under the SMILE Scheme (2021–2026) of MSJE supports rehabilitation through shelter, skills, and reintegration, with a mobile app enabling real-time data collection and monitoring.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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6. Knight Frank’s Wealth Report 2026: USA Topped; India Ranks 6th in Ultra-wealthy Population

• என்ன நடந்தது: Knight Frank’s Wealth Report 2026: USA Topped; India Ranks 6th in Ultra-wealthy PopulationIn April 2026,Knight Frank,global property consultant firm,released the 20th edition of‘The Wealth Report 2026’.As per the report, India ranked6thposition globally with estimated19,877Ultra-High Net-Worth Individuals(UHNWIs)and 207 billionaires in 2026, which accounts for2.8%of the world’s ultra-wealthy population, up from just over 2% 5 years ago. Key Findings:UHNWIs:Globally, the number of UHNWIs increased from 551,435 (in 2021) and713,626 (in 2026)indicating to nearly 89 new UHNWIs being created every day over the last 5 years.Top 5 Wealth Market:As per the report, the United States of America (USA) continued to be the world’s dominant wealth market, with 251,352 UHNWIs in 2026, followed by China (121,677 UHNWIs), Germany (38,215), and the United Kingdom (UK) (27,876).India-Specific:The report revealed that the number of billionaires in India increased 58% over the last 5 years to 207 in 2026, which makes it the3rd-largestglobally, after the USA (914), and China (485).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The number of UHNWIs and billionaires in India is projected to increase by 27% (to 25,217) and 51% (to 313), respectively, by 2031.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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7. FM Nirmal Sitharaman delivers Keynote & Launched Mission Jagrook at 38th SEBI Foundation Day

• என்ன நடந்தது: FM Nirmal Sitharaman delivers Keynote & Launched Mission Jagrook at 38th SEBI Foundation DayIn April 2026, the Union Minister Nirmal Sitharaman, Ministry of Finance and Corporate Affairs (MoF&CA) delivered the keynote address at the38thfoundation day programme of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), in Mumbai, Maharashtra.Key HighlightsCyber Risk warning:The Union Minister urged SEBI to stay highly alert against rising cyber threats, warning that a single major attack on exchanges can destabilise markets at a national scale. Mission Jagrook:The Union Minister launchedMission Jagrook,a nationwide investor awareness campaign aimed at protecting retail investors from misinformation, fraud and manipulative financial content.Investor Protection:The minister also appreciated SEBI for its action against unregisteredfin-fluencers, highlighting the importance of controlling misleading financial advice.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The minister asked SEBI to expand investor awareness campaigns across digital platforms and regional languages to ensure wider protection.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

8. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

9. RBI Approves Reappointment of B Ramesh Babu as MD & CEO of KVB

• என்ன நடந்தது: RBI Approves Reappointment of B Ramesh Babu as MD & CEO of KVBIn April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India(RBI)approved there-appointment of B. Ramesh Babuas Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Karur Vysya Bank(KVB) for a third two-year term from July 29, 2026, to July 28, 2028.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: About B. Ramesh Babu:Profile:With extensive experience in the banking sector, he has emphasized retail expansion, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) lending, and prudent risk management practices.Key Roles: Before joining KVB, he served as the Deputy Managing Director (DMD) & Chief Operating Officer(COO) at the State Bank of India (SBI).Other Key Positions: He serves as a Member of the Managing Committee and Alternate Chairman of the Corporate Credit Committee at the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA), and is also a Director at the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF).Achievement:KVB took 104 years to reach its first Rs.1 trillion in total business, Ramesh Babu added the second Rs. 1 trillion in just 4 years.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He has been leading KVB since 2020, succeeding P. R. Seshadri.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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10. India Tops Medal Tally with 16 Medals Including 5 Gold at ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 held in Cairo, Egypt

• என்ன நடந்தது: India Tops Medal Tally with 16 Medals Including 5 Gold at ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 held in Cairo, EgyptIn April 2026, theIndian Junior Shooting Teamfinished on top of the medal standings at the International Shooting Sport Federation(ISSF) Junior World Cup Rifle / Pistol / Shotgun 2026held inCairo, Egypt,from19-27 April 2026,securing a total of16 medals(5 Gold, 6 Silver, and 5 Bronze). About ISSF Junior World Cup 2026:Events:The ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 season comprises two legs: Cairo, Egypt, featuring rifle, pistol, and shotgun events, and Porpetto (September 12–20, 2026), dedicated exclusively to shotgun (trap and skeet) events.Participation:The 2026 edition featured 284 shooters from 25 federations, with India fielding the largest contingent of 71 shooters.Next:Indian junior shooters will compete in the ISSF Junior World Championship 2026 at Suhl, Germany, in June 2026.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Individual Neutral Athletes(AIN)secured second place with 3 gold, 5 silver, and 4 bronze medals (11 total), whileFrancefinished third with 3 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals (6 total).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

11. India to host SAFF Women’s Championship 2026

• என்ன நடந்தது: India to host SAFF Women’s Championship 2026in GoaIn April 2026, the South Asian Football Federation(SAFF), announced thatIndiais set to host theSAFF Women’s Championship 2026, the premier regional tournament, scheduled to take place from May 24 to June 7, 2026 at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru (Fatorda) Stadium in Margao,Goa. AboutSAFF Women’s Championship 2026:Background:The tournament, held approximately every two years since its inaugural edition in 2010, was last conducted in 2024 in Nepal, where the hosts lost the final 2–1 to Bangladesh.Format:Six teams will compete in the tournament, with Group A comprising Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan, and Group B featuring India, Bangladesh, and Maldives.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Pakistan Exit:Pakistan officially withdrew from the tournament, citing lack of government clearance.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This marks India’s first time hosting the SAFF Women’s Championship since 2016 in Siliguri, while Goa previously hosted a SAFF event during the men’s championship in 1999.; The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semifinals.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

12. Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe Becomes First Athlete to Run Sub-Two-Hour Competitive

• என்ன நடந்தது: Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe Becomes First Athlete to Run Sub-Two-Hour CompetitiveMarathon at London Marathon 2026In April 2026, 31-year-old Kenyan athleteSabastian Sawewon themen’s elite raceat theLondon Marathon 2026in London, United Kingdom (UK) and made history by becoming the first athlete to complete asub-two-hour marathonin a competitive race, breaking the previous world record set by Kelvin Kiptum in 2023.About London Marathon 2026:Podium:Sabastian Sawe maintained a strong pace, surged in the final 10 kilometer (km) to win gold by 11 seconds over Yomif Kejelcha (Ethiopia), (silver), with the podium completed by Jacob Kiplimo (Uganda) (bronze), with all three surpassing the previous world record time.Women:Tigst Assefa (Ethiopia) won, setting a women-only world record and defending her title.Wheelchair:Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner (Switzerland) won the men’s and women’s wheelchair events respectively. FIDEJoinsInternational World Games AssociationOn April 2026, the International Chess Federation or Fédération Internationale des Échecs((FIDE) officially joined the International World Games Association(IWGA)during its Annual General Meeting (AGM 2026) held at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Key Highlights of Inclusion:Significance:The inclusion of FIDE marks a key step in the continued development and diversification of the International World Games Association.FIDE’s Global Reach:With a well-established structure and millions of active players, FIDE strengthens the IWGA’s global footprint.World Games:Being a member of the IWGA, opens the door for chess to be potentially included in the sports program ofThe World Games, an international multi-sport event for disciplines not primarily contested in the Olympic Games.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This milestone makes FIDE the40th memberof the association and marks a significant step in the recognition of ‘mind sports’ .
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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13. Padma Shri Awardee and Photojournalist Raghu Rai Passed Away

• என்ன நடந்தது: Padma Shri Awardee and Photojournalist Raghu Rai Passed AwayIn April 2026, Veteran photographerRaghu Rai, known as the ‘Father of Indian Photojournalism’, passed away at the age of 83 in New Delhi, Delhi. He was born on 18 December 1942 in Jhang, Punjab Province, British India(now Pakistan).
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: About Raghu Rai:Career: Originally trained as a civil engineer, he started his professional career with The Statesman in 1966, where he chronicled major national events through his photography.Iconic Work:In 1977, he became the first Indian photographer nominated to Magnum Photos by Henri Cartier-Bresson.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He was awarded thePadma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, in1972in the field of art.; He created powerful portraits of figures such as Mother Teresa, Dalai Lama, Indira Gandhi, and Satyajit Ray, and captured defining moments like the Bangladesh Liberation War(1971) and the Bhopal Gas Tragedy(1984).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

14. Awards & Recognitions:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Awards & Recognitions:He received several prestigious honours, including Photographer of the Year (the United States of America, USA, 1992), the Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters (France, 2009), the Lifetime Achievement Award (2017) from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), and the Académie des Beaux-Arts Photography Award (2019). Spiritual Leader &Padma Shri AwardeeGuru Muni Narayana Prasad Passed AwayIn April 2026, Renowned spiritual leader and Padma Shri awardee,Guru Muni Narayana Prasad, head of Narayana Gurukulam, passed away in Thiruvananthapuram, Keralam at the age of 87.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: He was born on December 9, 1938, in Thiruvananthapuram. About Muni Narayana PrasadSpiritual Role:He joined the Narayana Gurukulam in 1958, received spiritual initiation from Nitya Chaitanya Yati in the mid-1980s, and became its president in 1999.Leadership:He has served as the head of Narayana Gurukulam since 1999, becoming the third leader after Nataraja Guru and Nitya Chaitanya Yati.Literary Work:Over the decades, he authored around 130 books in Malayalam and English, covering Vedanta, philosophy, and religion, including detailed commentaries on major Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita.Global Engagement:He participated in a world religious leaders’ meet in Moscow in 1987 and headed the Gita Ashram in Fiji from 1989 to 1991.Honours:He also received the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award twice, in 2015 and 2018.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He was awarded thePadma Shri,India’s fourth-highest civilian award in2024in the field of Literature & Education.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

15. UN’s First Ever International Day of Women in Industry 2026 – April 21

• என்ன நடந்தது: UN’s First Ever International Day of Women in Industry 2026 – April 21The United Nations(UN’s) first-everInternational Day of Women in Industry(IDWI)was observed across the globe on21 April 2026to recognise women’s contributions to industrial development and promote gender equality in global industry. Background:Declaration:In 2025, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) proclaimed 21 April as IDWI through a landmark resolution adopted at its 21st session of the UNIDO General Conference during the Global Industry Summit 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with support from Member States.Establishment:The date 21 April was chosen to mark both UNIDO’s commitment to gender equality and the anniversary of itsfirst Gender Policy entering into force in 2009, embedding gender equality into industrial development.2026 Event:The inaugural observance was organised by UNIDO at the Vienna International Centre in Vienna, Austria, featuring high-level sessions, panel discussions, the “ELLEvate – Women Shaping Industry” exhibition, and the Gender Equality Mobilization (GEM) Award ceremony.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 2026 Theme:“Celebrating Women’s Leadership in Industrial Development”
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

16. World Malaria Day 2026 – April 25

• என்ன நடந்தது: World Malaria Day 2026 – April 25World Malaria Day(WMD) is observed every year onApril 25worldwide to spread awareness, mobilize resources, and encourage coordinated efforts for the prevention, control, and eventual elimination of malaria. Background:Origin:The idea of WMD evolved from Africa Malaria Day, launched in 2001 by African nations after the Abuja Declaration, endorsed by 44 malaria-endemic countries at the African Summit on Malaria.Establishment:WMD was instituted by member states of the World Health Organization(WHO) during the World Health Assembly(WHA) 2007.First Observance:The inaugural World Malaria Day was observed on25 April 2008.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 2026 Theme:“Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must.”
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

17. International Delegate’s Day 2026 – April 25

• என்ன நடந்தது: International Delegate’s Day 2026 – April 25The United Nations (UN)’s International Delegate’s Dayis annually observed across the world on25th April, to raise awareness of the role of the representatives and delegates of the Member States to the UN. Background:Establishment: In April 2019, the UNGA (United Nations General Assembly) adopted resolution A/RES/73/286, proclaiming 25 April as International Delegate’s Day.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: First Observanvce:The inaugural International Delegate’s Day was observed on25 April 2020.Significance of Date:The date commemorates the opening of the San Francisco Conference or United Nations Conference on International Organization (UNCIO), held in San Francisco, California, the United States of America(USA). *******.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 25 April 2026 marks the observance of the7thInternational Delegate’s Day.; Through this resolution, the UNGA acknowledged the vital role of delegates in advancing the UN’s core objectives of peace, security, human rights, and sustainable development.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.