02 May 2026: Daily Current Affairs for SSC, RRB NTPC & APPSC
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Top Headlines from the 02 May 2026 Current Affairs:
- Karnataka enacts a major legal framework to safeguard platform-based gig workers.
- Finland prepares the “Onkalo facility”, the world’s first permanent nuclear waste repository.
- Indian Army conducts Advanced Surgical Eye Camp “Op Netra 1.0” in Leh.
- India prepares to launch its first commercial seaplane service in Lakshadweep.
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Table of Contents
02 May 2026 Current Affairs: National News
Major Government & Policy Updates
- Gig Workers Protection: Karnataka has become the second Indian state (after Rajasthan) to enact a dedicated legal framework for platform-based gig workers. The ordinance mandates aggregator registration, welfare fee contributions, algorithmic transparency, and grievance redressal.
- Aviation Milestone: India’s first dedicated commercial seaplane services will launch in Lakshadweep. SkyHop Aviation secured regulatory approval from the DGCA to operate this service.
- Indian Army “Op Netra 1.0”: The Army successfully concluded a four-day Advanced Surgical Eye Camp in Leh, Ladakh, screening 950 patients. They launched the indigenous “Op Netra App” for patient management via QR codes.
- BRICS 2026: India is currently chairing BRICS in 2026. The BRICS Culture Working Group’s first meeting recently concluded in New Delhi.
- Banking: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officially cancelled the license of Paytm Payments Bank.
State-Specific Current Affairs
Sikkim, Gujarat & Uttar Pradesh
- Sikkim: Became India’s first state with a paperless judiciary. Musical instruments Tungbuk and Pamtong Pulind received a GI tag. Pakyong Airport is being renamed after Trilochan Pokhrel.
- Gujarat: Celebrated its 66th Foundation Day (May 1) in Surat with a grand parade and cultural event. Dholera was approved as the first economic zone for India’s semiconductor fabrication plant. Hatched Great Indian Bustard chicks using a “jump start approach”.
- Uttar Pradesh: PM Modi inaugurated the 594 km Ganga Expressway in Hardoi (connecting Prayagraj to Meerut). Shekha Jheel in Aligarh declared India’s 99th Ramsar site. A lithium battery recycling plant opened in Sikandrabad.
Other State Highlights
- Tripura: Secured the top position in the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0, a data-driven framework assessing over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats.
- Meghalaya: Launched the CM Inspire scheme for UPSC qualifiers. Garo and Khasi were declared official languages and made mandatory up to Class 1.
- Karnataka: Bengaluru Police launched India’s first AI-powered multilingual feature for the Namma 1112 emergency helpline.
- Ladakh: Notified 5 new districts (total 7). Will host India’s first Petroglyph Conservation Park.
International Affairs & Technology
Global Policies & Defense
- Finland’s Nuclear Vault: Finland is operationalising the world’s first permanent underground repository for highly radioactive nuclear waste. Located beneath Olkiluoto Island, the “Onkalo facility” will safely store spent nuclear fuel for up to 100,000 years at a depth of 450 meters.
- Defense Spending (SIPRI): The USA ranked top in global defense spending according to the SIPRI 2025 report. India ranked 5th.
- Global Shifts: UAE announced its exit from OPEC. Turkey passed a law restricting social media access for children under 15. Japan lifted its ban on the export of lethal weapons.
Science & Innovation
- IIT Madras: Introduced India’s first 3-team football game named ‘Omega Ball’. They also developed ‘Ring One’ (a contactless payment ring) and ‘V-One’ (the lightest wheelchair).
- China: Shenzhen University developed a direct coal fuel cell that converts chemical energy directly into electricity without water or steam.
- Public Health: The 10th National Public Health Summit was held in Chandigarh, inaugurated by Union Minister J.P. Nadda.
Sports, Honours & Appointments
Awards & Major Sports Feats
- Whitley Award 2026 (Green Oscars): Indian conservationist Parveen Shaikh won for her efforts to protect the endangered Indian skimmer bird via community-led models.
- Other Awards: N Chandrababu Naidu (Business Reformer of the Year 2025). Kailash Satyarthi (Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award 2026). Dr. C S Srinivas Rao (MS Swaminathan Award 2026).
- Billiards: India’s Saurav Kothari won the IBSF World Billiards Championship 2026, defeating Pankaj Advani in Ireland.
- Swimming Record: 7-year-old Ishang Singh from Ranchi set a new world record by swimming across the Palk Strait in 9 hours 50 minutes.
- Transgender Umpire: Ratika Srivani became India’s first transgender cricket umpire.
Key Appointments & Ambassadors
- Shreyas Iyer: Named the official brand ambassador for the F1 Programme in India by Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited.
- Anugrah Narayan Das: Controller General of Defence Accounts.
- Ashok Kumar Lahiri: Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog.
- Dinesh Trivedi: India’s new High Commissioner to Bangladesh.
- John Ternus: New CEO of Apple.
- Ashutosh Gowariker: Festival Director for the 57th IFFI in Goa.
History, Static GK & Important Days
Historical Facts
- Third Battle of Panipat: Fought in 1761 between Afghan and Maratha armies. (1st: 1526, 2nd: 1556).
- Kesari Newspaper: Started in Marathi by Lokmanya Tilak in 1881.
- Bhoodan Movement: Started by Aacharya Vinoba Bhave in 1951.
- Bombay High Court: Established in 1862.
- Gopal Hari Deshmukh: Known as ‘Lokhitwadi’.
- Pune is traditionally known as the ‘Oxford of the East’.
Observances
- May 1: International Labour Day (May Day). Began in USA in 1886; first celebrated in Madras, India in 1923.
- May 1: Foundation Day of both Gujarat and Maharashtra (Separated from Bombay State on May 1, 1960).
- Buddha Purnima: Celebrated in the Hindu month of Vaisakha (April/May).
- Jan 1: Global Family Day.
- Dec 1: World AIDS Day, BSF & Nagaland Foundation Day.
Latest Government Jobs
02 May 2026 Current Affairs Quiz (10 MCQs)
Q1: Which state has recently taken a major step to safeguard gig workers by enacting a dedicated legal framework?
A) Maharashtra
B) Gujarat
C) Karnataka
D) Kerala
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: Karnataka has become the second Indian state after Rajasthan to enact a dedicated legal framework for platform-based gig workers, mandating aggregator registration and welfare fee contributions.
Q2: The Third Battle of Panipat was fought in ______ between the Afghan and Maratha army.
A) 1526
B) 1556
C) 1761
D) 1857
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: The third battle of Panipat was fought in 1761. (The first battle was in 1526 between Babur and Lodi, and the second in 1556 between Akbar and Hemu).
Q3: Which country has built the world’s first permanent nuclear waste repository, the “Onkalo facility”?
A) Finland
B) Norway
C) Japan
D) France
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: A
Explanation: Finland is preparing to operationalise the world’s first permanent underground repository for highly radioactive nuclear waste, designed to safely store spent nuclear fuel for up to 100,000 years.
Q4: Lokmanya Tilak started the ______ newspaper in Marathi in 1881.
A) Harijan
B) Maratha
C) Kesari
D) Yugantar
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: The Kesari newspaper was started in Marathi by Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak in the year 1881.
Q5: Gujarat celebrated its 66th Foundation Day on which date in 2026?
A) April 1
B) May 1
C) June 1
D) August 15
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: The 66th foundation day of Gujarat (and Maharashtra) was celebrated on May 1. Surat witnessed grand state-level celebrations for ‘Gujarat Gaurav Day’.
Q6: The Bhoodan movement was started in 1951 by _______.
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Aacharya Vinoba Bhave
D) Sardar Patel
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: The Bhoodan (Land Gift) movement was a voluntary land reform movement in India started by Acharya Vinoba Bhave in 1951.
Q7: India’s first commercial seaplane service will begin from which location, operated by SkyHop Aviation?
A) Andaman & Nicobar
B) Lakshadweep
C) Goa
D) Kerala
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: India’s first dedicated commercial seaplane services are set to launch in Lakshadweep. SkyHop Aviation secured regulatory approval from the DGCA.
Q8: Which organization conducted the Advanced Surgical Eye Camp “Op Netra 1.0” in Leh?
A) AIIMS
B) Border Security Force (BSF)
C) Indian Army
D) Ministry of Health
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: C
Explanation: The Indian Army successfully concluded its four-day Advanced Surgical Eye Camp “Op Netra 1.0” in Leh, screening 950 patients using the indigenously developed Op Netra App.
Q9: Which state secured the top position in the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0?
A) Kerala
B) Gujarat
C) Karnataka
D) Tripura
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: D
Explanation: Tripura secured the top position in the PAI 2.0, India’s first comprehensive, data-driven framework assessing over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats across 150 indicators.
Q10: Which Indian scientist won the 2026 Whitley Award (Green Oscars) for conservation work?
A) Sonam Wangchuk
B) Parveen Shaikh
C) K. Ullas Karanth
D) Vandana Shiva
Show Answer & Explanation
Answer: B
Explanation: Indian conservationist Parveen Shaikh was honoured with the prestigious Whitley Award 2026 for her community-led efforts to protect the endangered Indian skimmer bird.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which state has recently taken a major step to safeguard gig workers?
Karnataka has become the second Indian state after Rajasthan to enact a dedicated legal framework for platform-based gig workers.
Which country has built the world’s first permanent nuclear waste repository?
Finland is preparing to operationalise the world’s first permanent underground repository for highly radioactive nuclear waste, known as the Onkalo facility.
India’s first commercial seaplane service will begin from which location?
India’s first dedicated commercial seaplane services are set to launch in Lakshadweep, operated by SkyHop Aviation.
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