Current Affairs 2026

Giant freshwater stingray is the world’s largest recorded freshwater fish. Know its 300 kg weight, Mekong River discovery, scientific name and conservation status. Giant Freshwater Stingray Sets a Remarkable Record The giant freshwater stingray, scientifically known as Urogymnus polylepis, has gained global attention because of its extraordinary size. A female specimen found in Cambodia’s Mekong…

Eid Milad-un-Nabi 2026: History, Significance, Date and Celebrations

Eid Milad-un-Nabi 2026: Know the date, history, significance, celebrations, Islamic month, and important exam facts about this important Islamic observance. Eid Milad-un-Nabi 2026: An Important Religious and Cultural Observance Eid Milad-un-Nabi, also known as Milad-un-Nabi, Eid-e-Milad or Mawlid, is an important Islamic observance associated with the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. In India, the occasion…

Onam 2026 History and Significance: Date, 10 Days of Celebrations and Exam Facts

Onam 2026 history and significance explained with the date, 10 days of celebrations, King Mahabali, Vamana, Pookalam, Onasadya and important exam facts. Onam 2026: A Major Cultural Festival of Kerala Onam is one of the most important festivals associated with Kerala and is widely recognised as the state’s major harvest and cultural festival. The festival…

Statue of Liberty Gifted by France: History, Facts and Exam Questions

Statue of Liberty gifted by France to the United States is an important world history topic. Learn its history, designer, dedication year, location and exam facts. France Gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States The Statue of Liberty was gifted by France to the United States as a symbol of friendship between the…

Satish Golcha New Posting: OSD in Delhi Home Guards, DG Appointment from October 1

Satish Golcha new posting as OSD in Delhi Home Guards and his appointment as Director General from October 1, 2026 are important current affairs for UPSC, PCS, police and defence exams. New Posting for Senior IPS Officer Senior IPS officer Satish Golcha has received a new posting in the Delhi administration. The former Delhi Police…

Fino Payments Bank CEO Extension: Ketan Merchant Gets 3-Month Tenure Extension

Fino Payments Bank CEO extension: Ketan Merchant gets a three-month interim CEO tenure extension from August 27, 2026, subject to RBI approval. Board Approves Fresh Extension Fino Payments Bank has approved a further extension of Ketan Merchant’s tenure as Interim Chief Executive Officer. The bank’s Board approved the extension for a period of up to…

India China Border Talks 2026: Key Outcomes, Ajit Doval-Wang Yi Talks

India China border talks 2026: Know the key outcomes of the 25th Special Representatives’ Talks, including Ajit Doval and Wang Yi, LAC issues and the boundary settlement. High-Level Border Dialogue Held in Beijing India and China have held another important round of high-level discussions on their long-standing boundary dispute, agreeing to continue efforts towards a…

India Steel Consumption 2026: Rises 7.9% to 56 MT in April–July

India steel consumption 2026 rose 7.9% to 56 MT during April–July 2026. Know key steel production figures, trade data and exam-relevant facts. Strong Growth in Domestic Steel Consumption India’s steel sector continued to show positive growth during the first four months of FY 2026–27. Finished steel consumption increased by 7.9% year-on-year during the April–July 2026…

Indian Navy Nipun Vessel: Nistar-Class Diving Support Vessel, Capabilities and Key Facts

Indian Navy Nipun vessel will be commissioned on 31 August 2026. Know its Nistar-class, HSL construction, diving capabilities, submarine rescue role and key exam facts. Nipun to Strengthen India’s Underwater Operations The Indian Navy is set to commission Nipun, the second Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Nistar-class, on 31 August 2026 at the Naval…

CSIR NAL Indigenous Gas Turbine Engines: NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100 for Defence

CSIR NAL indigenous gas turbine engines NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100 strengthen India’s defence aerospace capabilities for UAVs, drone interceptors and missiles. Three Indigenous Engines Strengthen Defence Technology The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) has unveiled three indigenous micro and small gas turbine engines—NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100—in a significant development for India’s…