03 April 2026: Daily Current Affairs for SSC, RRB NTPC & APPSC
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Top Headlines from the 03 April 2026 Current Affairs:
- Spain shuts its airspace to US planes involved in the Iran war.
- India emerges as global leader under the Nagoya Protocol IRCCs.
- Indian Navy receives the 4th survey vessel ‘Sanshodhak’.
- A.R. Rahman named brand ambassador for Yamaha.
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Table of Contents
03 April 2026 Current Affairs: National News
Major Government & Policy Updates
- Nagoya Protocol: India has emerged as the global leader in issuing Internationally Recognized Certificates of Compliance (IRCCs) under the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-sharing (ABS). India issued 3,561 out of 6,311 global certificates (56%).
- Purvanchal Mahotsav: The Speaker of Lok Sabha addressed the Purvanchal Mahotsav ‘Maati-9’ Festival, centered on the theme “Maati” (soil), to celebrate heritage and roots.
- Deep-Sea Fauna: The Environment Ministry designated the “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre as a National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna.
State Highlights: Gujarat & Kerala
- Gujarat: PM Modi inaugurated a Semiconductor Plant in Sanand and the Samrat Samprati Museum. The state is India’s Renewable Energy Powerhouse (16.5% share) and declared itself a “Tiger State” after 33 years. Gujarat also tested its first sounding rocket, launched FMD vaccination, “Lake and Air Watch”, Her Start 5.0, and Mukhyamantri Gramothan Yojana. Kutchhi Kharek and Amlat Chikoo got GI tags.
- Kerala: Varkala became the first Indian city to join the UN’s “Towards Zero Waste” Base City initiative.
Other Key State Updates
- Andhra Pradesh: India’s first quantum computer will be launched in Amravati.
- Tamil Nadu: Emerged as India’s top textile exporting state for 2024-25.
- Chandigarh: Became India’s second fully literate Union Territory.
- Chhattisgarh & Telangana: Chhattisgarh started the Godhan Nyay Yojana, and Telangana announced the Indiramma Parivar Life Insurance Scheme.
International Affairs & Global Rankings
Geopolitical Milestones: Spain, ESA & Iran
- Spain: Ramped up its opposition to the US-Israel war on Iran by closing its airspace to US aircraft involved in attacks, becoming Europe’s leading critic.
- ESA Mission: The European Space Agency successfully launched the first two satellites of the Celeste in-orbit demonstration mission aboard Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket to enhance navigation systems.
- Iran: Launched the Jafda campaign. Iran’s new supreme leader is Mojtaba Khamenei, and Masoud Pezeshkian is President.
Global Trade & Economics
- Thailand: Will host the IMF-World Bank Meetings in 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
- Nepal: Abolished all traditional exams for students up to class 5. Balendra Shah became the youngest PM, and Bhumika Shrestha the first transgender female MP.
- Trade Records: India surpassed China to become the largest exporter of cotton products to the US. Globally, China is the top tobacco producer, while India leads in coconut production.
- Zimbabwe: Launched a 500 MW floating solar project at the Kariba Dam and introduced the Lenacapavir HIV injection.
Banking, Economy & Business
Banking Highlights
- Yes Bank: Topped the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) ranking.
- SBI: Announced a $500 million syndicated social loan for women’s empowerment and collateral-free loans up to ₹4 lakh for Agniveers.
- PNB: Became the first public sector bank to migrate to the bank.in domain, opened a dedicated startup branch, and announced ‘Soldier Thon 2026’.
- Bank of Baroda: Raised ₹10,000 crore via Green Infrastructure Bonds.
- Tech & Partnerships: South Indian Bank partnered with EPFO. DBS started an AI-based agentic payment pilot with Visa. HDFC Bank launched ‘My Business QR’.
Sports, Defense, Books & Awards
Defense Milestones & Space
- INS Sanshodhak: The Indian Navy received ‘Sanshodhak’, the fourth and final ship in a series of survey vessels built for hydrographic mapping.
- Artemis II: A Moon mission carrying a diverse crew of four astronauts (including Reid Wiseman and Christina Koch) to orbit the Moon.
- Dweep Shakti: The joint military readiness exercise was held in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Sports Highlights & Appointments
- Appointments: Willie Walsh named CEO of IndiGo. A.R. Rahman became Yamaha brand ambassador. Ber Vikram Yadav (DGCA), Ashwini Bhide (BMC Commissioner), Matt Brittin (BBC DG), Kiran Mani (OpenAI MD Asia Pacific).
- Sports: Andrea Kimi Antonelli became the youngest racer to win the Japanese Grand Prix (F1). Mayank Chakraborty became India’s 94th Chess Grandmaster. RCB became the most expensive team in IPL history.
Major Awards & Books
- Awards: Arundhati Roy won the USA’s National Book Critics Circle Award. Sheetal Devi named Para Archer of the Year. Gerd Faltings won the Abel Prize 2026. Kalpana Soren won the BRICS Women’s Empowerment Award. Kavya Madani (Stockholm Water Prize).
- Books:
- Tides of Time by Sudha Murty.
- Mahatma: Ek Mahan Sancharak by Dheeraj Kakadiya.
- Atal Bihari Vajpayee: Shashwat Rajneta by Vijay Goel.
- The Great Sanctions Hack by Urjit Patel.
Important Days, Environment & Static GK
Important Days in April
- April 1: Utkala Dibasa (Odisha Day). Marks the formation of Odisha in 1936.
- April 1: RBI Foundation Day (established 1935, 91st Foundation Day).
Environment & Protocols
- Nagoya Protocol: India issued 3,561 IRCCs globally, ranking #1.
- Bhavasagara Centre: Declared National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna.
Space & Aviation
- Celeste Satellites: Launched by ESA via Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket.
- Artemis II: NASA’s Moon mission carrying a diverse 4-person crew.
Major Organizations
- IndiGo: New CEO Willie Walsh.
- IMF & World Bank: 2026 Meetings to be hosted in Thailand.
03 April 2026 Current Affairs Quiz (11 MCQs)
Q1: Which country shut its airspace to U.S. planes involved in the Iran war?
A) France
B) Germany
C) Spain
D) Italy
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: Spain has ramped up its opposition to the US-Israel war on Iran by closing its airspace to US military aircraft.
Q2: Utkala Dibasa is celebrated on which date?
A) March 31
B) April 15
C) March 22
D) April 1
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: D
Explanation: Utkala Dibasa, also known as Odisha Day, is celebrated on April 1 every year, marking its formation in 1936.
Q3: India has emerged as a global leader in issuing IRCCs under which protocol?
A) Kyoto Protocol
B) Montreal Protocol
C) Nagoya Protocol
D) Paris Agreement
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: India issued 3,561 IRCCs globally under the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-sharing.
Q4: Which organization launched the Celeste satellites to boost the navigation system?
A) NASA
B) ISRO
C) ESA
D) JAXA
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: The European Space Agency (ESA) successfully launched the Celeste in-orbit demonstration mission.
Q5: Which organization received the survey vessel ‘Sanshodhak’?
A) Indian Coast Guard
B) Indian Navy
C) Ministry of Earth Sciences
D) DRDO
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: ‘Sanshodhak’ is the fourth and final ship in a series of survey vessels built for the Indian Navy.
Q6: Who addressed the Purvanchal Mahotsav ‘Maati-9’ Festival?
A) Prime Minister
B) Chief Minister of UP
C) Speaker of Lok Sabha
D) Home Minister
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: The Speaker of Lok Sabha addressed the cultural festival, which celebrates the deep bond between people and their roots.
Q7: Artemis II is related to which mission?
A) Mars Mission
B) Moon Mission
C) Sun Mission
D) Venus Mission
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: Artemis II is a Moon mission carrying four astronauts to orbit the Moon.
Q8: Bhavasagara Centre has been declared as what?
A) National Heritage Site
B) National Deep-Sea Fauna Repository
C) Marine Biology Park
D) Deep Ocean Mining Hub
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of Environment designated it as a National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna.
Q9: Who has been named as the CEO of IndiGo?
A) Ronojoy Dutta
B) Willie Walsh
C) Pieter Elbers
D) Rahul Bhatia
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: Aviation veteran Willie Walsh will join IndiGo as the new CEO, succeeding Pieter Elbers.
Q10: Which country will host the IMF-World Bank Meetings in 2026?
A) Singapore
B) Thailand
C) India
D) Japan
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: Thailand will host the meetings at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center.
Q11: A.R. Rahman became the brand ambassador for which brand?
A) Sony
B) Roland
C) Yamaha
D) Casio
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: A.R. Rahman partnered with Yamaha India to champion music education and their “Made in India” instrument initiative.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country shut its airspace to U.S. planes involved in the Iran war?
Spain has ramped up its opposition to the US-Israel war on Iran by closing its airspace to US aircraft involved in attacks.
When is Utkala Dibasa celebrated?
Utkala Dibasa, also known as Odisha Day, is celebrated on April 1 every year.
Which organization received the survey vessel ‘Sanshodhak’?
The Indian Navy received ‘Sanshodhak’, the fourth and final ship in a series of survey vessels.
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