Daily Current Affairs 18th and 19th April 2026 Quiz
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Q.1. India’s wholesale inflation rose to what percentage in March, reaching a three-month high?
Exp. India’s Wholesale Inflation Rises to 3-Month High of 3.9% in March on Rising Fuel and Power Costs
India’s wholesale inflation, measured by the Wholesale Price Index, rose to a three-month high of 3.9% in March due to rising fuel and power costs.
The data released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry indicates increasing pressure from higher energy input costs, with analysts warning that the trend may continue in the near term.
Recent WPI-based Wholesale inflation in India
January 2026 – 1.81%
February 2026 – 2.13%
Q.2. In April 2026, which company’s subsidiary received RBI’s in-principle approval to start a Primary Dealer business?
अप्रैल 2026 में, किसकंपनीकीसब्सिडियरीकोप्राइमरीडीलरबिज़नेसशुरूकरनेकेलिए RBI सेइन–प्रिंसिपलमंज़ूरीमिली?
(a) Bajaj Finance
(b) Shriram Finance
(c) HDFC Bank
(d) ICICI Bank
(e) L&T Finance
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(b).
Exp. Shriram Finance Gets RBI Nod for Primary Dealer Business; Shares Rise on Positive Market Sentiment
Shriram Finance’s wholly owned subsidiary, Shriram Overseas Investments Ltd, has received in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India to start a Primary Dealer business.
The new business will begin after fulfilling the conditions specified by the RBI, and is expected to strengthen Shriram Finance’s position in the financial market.
Q.3. China has overtaken the United States to become India’s largest trading partner in 2025–26, with bilateral trade reaching USD 151.1 billion. What was the total bilateral trade between India and China in 2025–26?
चीन 2025-26 मेंअमेरिकाकोपीछेछोड़करभारतकासबसेबड़ाट्रेडिंगपार्टनरबनगयाहै, जिसकाबाइलेटरलट्रेड USD 151.1 बिलियनतकपहुंचगयाहै। 2025-26 मेंभारतऔरचीनकेबीचकुलबाइलेटरलट्रेडकितनाथा?
(a) USD 120 billion
(b) USD 135 billion
(c) USD 151.1 billion
(d) USD 165 billion
(e) USD 180 billion
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(c).
Exp. China Becomes India’s Largest Trading Partner in 2025–26
China has overtaken the United States to become India’s largest trading partner in 2025–26, with bilateral trade reaching USD 151.1 billion.
India’s trade deficit with China widened significantly to around USD 112 billion, as imports (USD 131.63 billion) far exceeded exports (USD 19.47 billion).
While exports to China grew sharply by 36.66%, India’s trade surplus with the United States declined due to slower export growth and rising imports.
Q.4. Which state government has launched Project Sanjeevani to pilot India’s first fully integrated trauma care and highway rescue protocol?
Exp. Telangana Launches ‘Project Sanjeevani’ for Highway Trauma Care
Telangana has launched Project Sanjeevani to pilot India’s first fully integrated trauma care and highway rescue protocol on a stretch of NH-44.
The project was introduced during the ‘Arrive Alive’ Road Safety Week (April 13–17) under the 99-Day Action Plan (Praja Palana Pragati Pranalika).
Implemented by SaveLIFE Foundation in collaboration with National Highways Authority of India, the pilot covers a 251 km stretch between Hyderabad and Adilabad and aims to become a scalable national model.
About Telangana
Established – 2 June 2014
Capital – Hyderabad
Chief Minister – Revanth Reddy
Deputy CM – Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka
Governor – Shiv Pratap Shukla
Q.5. Which state government has signed an MoU to develop an Indo-Taiwan Industrial Park in the Sanand–Dholera region?
Exp. Hockey Jharkhand Clinches Third Consecutive Sub-Junior Women’s National Title
Hockey Jharkhand won the 16th Hockey India Sub-Junior Women’s National Championship, securing a third consecutive title (2024–2026) and showcasing dominance at the grassroots level.
The success is backed by strong infrastructure development in Jharkhand, including extensive astroturf facilities built between 2014 and 2026, helping nurture young hockey talent.
Q.7. Who emerged as the winner of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 held in Cyprus?
Exp. R. Vaishali Wins FIDE Women’s Candidates 2026
Vaishali won the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus, defeating Kateryna Lagno and finishing with 8.5/14 points.
With this victory, Vaishali has earned the right to challenge reigning world champion Ju Wenjun for the Women’s World Championship later this year.
Q.8. In a significant move to strengthen India’s financial security framework, which two organisations signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to improve information sharing and coordination in the financial sector?
Exp. FIU–PFRDA Sign MoU to Strengthen AML & Counter Terror Financing Efforts
Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) signed an MoU to enhance information sharing and coordination between the two agencies.
The agreement will facilitate joint outreach and training programmes for regulated and reporting entities to strengthen compliance mechanisms.
The initiative aims to boost Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating Financing of Terrorism (CFT) efforts by assessing risks, identifying vulnerabilities, and sharing red flag indicators for suspicious transactions.
Q.9. Under the ‘Water Forward’ initiative launched by the World Bank Group, by which year is the target set to ensure water security for over 1 billion people globally?
Exp. World Bank Group Launches ‘Water Forward’ Initiative to Ensure Water Security for 1 Billion People by 2030
World Bank Group launched a global initiative named “Water Forward”, aiming to ensure water security for over 1 billion people by 2030.
A key feature of the initiative is country-led “Water Compacts”, where governments will set reform priorities, strengthen institutions, and develop investment pathways for water management.
The World Bank Group has committed to directly support water security for 400 million people by 2030, as part of its targeted contribution under the programme.
The initiative brings together major global lenders, including the Asian Development Bank, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, European Investment Bank, and New Development Bank to accelerate funding and project implementation.
Q.10. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare chaired the 1st BRICS Health Working Group (HWG) Meeting 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together member countries to discuss cooperation in public health. What is the theme of India’s BRICS Chairmanship in 2026?
(e) Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(e).
Exp. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Hosts First BRICS Health Working Group Meeting 2026 in New Delhi
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare chaired the 1st BRICS Health Working Group (HWG) Meeting 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together member countries to discuss cooperation in public health.
As BRICS Chair 2026, India is guided by the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”, emphasizing a people-centric approach and stronger global health collaboration.
Two new priority areas proposed by India:
BRICS Mission for Healthy Lifestyles (focus on diet, physical activity, tobacco, alcohol risks)
Promotion of Mental Health and Wellness (reduce stigma, improve services, integrate into public health)
Q.11. The 173rd anniversary of India’s first passenger train (celebrated in 2026) marks the train that ran between which two places?
Exp. 173 Years of Indian Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw Celebrates Historic First Train Journey
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw marked the 173rd anniversary of India’s first passenger train (16 April 1853), which ran between Bori Bunder (Mumbai) and Thane.
He shared a historic image of the Thane railway bridge and released a collage comparing the early train with a modern Amrit Bharat Express, highlighting the journey of Indian Railways.
Q.12. India achieved a record export performance in the financial year 2025–26, reflecting steady growth in its global trade. What was the total export value of India during this period?
Exp. India Achieves Record $860 Billion Exports in FY 2025–26 with 4.2% Growth
India achieved a record export of $860 billion in FY 2025-26, surpassing the previous year’s $825 billion.
The exports registered a 4.2% growth, reflecting steady expansion in India’s global trade performance.
Q.13. India’s unemployment rate reached a five-month high in March 2026. What was the unemployment rate recorded during this period?
मार्च 2026 मेंभारतकीबेरोजगारीदरपांचमहीनेकेउच्चस्तरपरपहुंचगई।इसअवधिमेंदर्जबेरोजगारीदरक्याथी?
(a) 4.5%
(b) 4.7%
(c) 4.9%
(d) 5.1%
(e) 5.5%
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. India’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.1% in March 2026
India’s unemployment rate rose to a five-month high of 5.1% in March 2026, up from 4.9% in February 2026.
The data is based on the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released by the National Statistics Office (NSO).
The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) stood at 55.4%, while the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) declined to 52.6% in March 2026, indicating employment trends in the country.
Q.14. Life Insurance Corporation of India launched two mobile apps—MyLIC and Super Sales Saathi —to enhance digital services and customer experience. The MyLIC mobile application is primarily designed for whom?
भारतीयजीवनबीमानिगम (LIC) नेअपनीडिजिटलसेवाओंऔरकस्टमरअनुभवकोबेहतरबनानेकेलिएदोमोबाइलऐपलॉन्चकिएहैं—MyLIC (ग्राहकोंकेलिए) और Super Sales Saathi (एजेंटोंकेलिए)। MyLIC मोबाइलएप्लिकेशनमुख्यरूपसेकिसकेलिएडिज़ाइनकियागयाहै?
(a) Insurance agents
(b) Government officials
(c) Intermediaries
(d) Policyholders
(e) Bank employees
Answer & Explanation
Ans.(d).
Exp. Life Insurance Corporation of India Launches MyLIC & Super Sales Saathi Apps to Boost Digital Services
Life Insurance Corporation of India launched two mobile apps—MyLIC and Super Sales Saathi—to enhance digital services and customer experience.
The MyLIC app enables users to manage policies, pay premiums, track benefits in real time, avail paperless loans, revive lapsed policies, and purchase new policies online.
The Super Sales Saathi app provides AI-driven sales tools, real-time policy tracking, customer communication, digital sales kits, and performance dashboards, powered by LIC’s DIVE (Digital Innovation & Value Enhancement) initiative.
About Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC)
Founded – 1 September 1956
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Chairperson – Doraiswamy
Q.15.The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam is related to which Constitutional Amendment?
Exp. Nari Shakti Vandan Bill Fails in Lok Sabha After Missing Two-Thirds Majority
The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (Constitution 106th Amendment Act, 2023) was defeated in the Lok Sabha after failing to secure the required two-thirds majority for a Constitutional amendment.
The Bill proposed 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, and Delhi Assembly, along with increasing Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816 after delimitation based on the 2011 Census.
Out of 489 members present, 278 voted in favour and 211 against, with no abstentions, leading to the Bill’s rejection.
Q.16. World Hemophilia Day is observed every year on 17 April to raise awareness about hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders. hat is the theme of World Hemophilia Day 2026?
