Current Affairs Quiz 25th and 26th April 2026 Quiz

Exp. RBI Cancels Paytm Payments Bank Licence; Assures Full Repayment to Depositors

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank Limited, prohibiting it from conducting any business with immediate effect.

The action follows earlier restrictions imposed in March 2022 and 2024, including a ban on onboarding new customers and accepting deposits or credits.

RBI has assured that the bank has sufficient liquidity to repay all depositors during the winding-up process.

Exp. 24 April – International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is observed on 24 April to promote the peaceful resolution of global issues through cooperation.

Established by the United Nations in 2018 (Resolution A/RES/73/127), it encourages multilateral decision-making over unilateral actions.

Exp. 24 – 30 April – World Immunisation Week

World Immunisation Week is observed from 24 to 30 April every year to promote vaccination awareness.

It aims to highlight the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages from diseases.

Theme 2026 – For every generation, vaccines work

The World Health Organisation (WHO) works with countries to raise awareness and support effective immunisation programmes.

Exp. 23 April – International Girls in ICT Day

International Girls in ICT Day is observed every year on 23rd April to promote gender equality in the tech sector.

Theme 2026 – Al for Development: Girls shaping the digital future

The day encourages girls and young women to pursue careers in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

Exp. Padma Shri Awardee Bhagwandas Raikwar ‘Dau’ Passes Away

Renowned martial arts expert and Padma Shri awardee Bhagwandas Raikwar, popularly known as ‘Dau’, passed away.

He was known for preserving Bundeli Martial Arts, specifically the ‘Akhada’ style.

Exp. Maharashtra CM Inaugurates Heat Resilience Centre at IIM Nagpur to Combat Climate Change

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Heat Resilience and Sustainable Cooling (COE-HRSC) at IIM Nagpur to tackle climate change and heatwaves.

The centre has been developed in collaboration with the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) to promote sustainable cooling solutions.

Exp. Jio Financial Services Partners with Allianz for Insurance JV; Reinsurance Arm Begins Operations

Jio Financial Services has partnered with Germany-based Allianz to form a 50:50 joint venture for expanding insurance business in India, covering general and health insurance.

A separate reinsurance joint venture, Allianz Jio Reinsurance Ltd, has already begun operations after receiving approval from IRDAI.

Exp. China Selects First Foreign Astronauts from Pakistan for Tiangong Mission

China has selected Muhammad Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud of Pakistan as part of its first batch of foreign astronauts.

As per the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA), they will undergo training in China as reserve astronauts.

One of them will join a mission to the Tiangong space station as a payload specialist, making Pakistan the first country to send a citizen onboard Tiangong.

Exp. France Allows Visa-Free Airport Transit for Indian Nationals

France has granted permission for Indian citizens traveling through French airports to undertake airport transit without a visa, thereby making international travel even easier.

This facility applies only to passengers transiting by air through mainland France; it does not apply to other types of entry or travel.

About France

• Capital- Paris
• President- Emmanuel Macron
• Official language- French

Exp. TDP Co-founder and Former Andhra CM Nadenla Bhaskar Rao Passes Away at 90

Veteran politician Nadenla Bhaskar Rao, co-founder of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), passed away at the age of 90 in Hyderabad after a prolonged illness.

He co-founded TDP in 1982 with N.T. Rama Rao and later served as Finance Minister in the Andhra Pradesh government.

He briefly served as Chief Minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh in 1984 for 31 days during the ‘August Crisis’.

Ans.(a).

Exp. India Allows Ethanol Blending in Aviation Fuel; Sets SAF Targets for International Flights

Government of India has allowed blending of ethanol and synthetic hydrocarbons in Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to promote cleaner aviation fuel.

SAF blending targets: 1% by 2027, 2% by 2028, and 5% by 2030; currently applicable only to international flights.

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is made from non-petroleum sources like ethanol and helps reduce carbon emissions compared to conventional jet fuel.

Exp. Government Notifies New Recruitment Rules for DCGI; Age Limit Raised to 58 Years

The Government of India has notified new recruitment rules for the post of Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI).

The upper age limit has been increased from 56 to 58 years, with a maximum tenure of 5 years.

The DCGI serves as the head of the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).

Exp. RBI Approves Vivek Tripathi as Whole-time Director of AU Small Finance Bank

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved Vivek Tripathi’s appointment as Whole-time Director (Executive Director) of AU Small Finance Bank for a 3-year term.

Currently serving as Chief Credit Officer, Tripathi has been associated with the bank since 2014 and will join the board during its next growth phase.

About AU Small Finance Bank Limited

• Founded – 1996
• Founder – Sanjay Agarwal
• Headquarters – Jaipur, Rajasthan
• Tagline – Chalo Aage Badhein

Exp. Srikanth Velamakanni Appointed as NASSCOM Chairperson

NASSCOM has appointed Srikanth Velamakanni, Co-founder & Group CEO of Fractal, as its new Chairperson.

He succeeds Sindhu Gangadharan, whose tenure as NASSCOM Chairperson ended in April.

Kishor Patil, Co-founder, CEO & MD of KPIT, appointed as Vice Chairperson.

About National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM)

• Founded – 1988
• Headquarters – Noida
• Chairperson – Srikanth Velamakanni

Exp. Government Extends Tenure of Bank of Baroda & Bank of India MDs by 3 Years

The Government of India has approved a 3-year extension for Debadatta Chand as MD & CEO of Bank of Baroda, ensuring leadership continuity.

Rajneesh Karnatak, MD of Bank of India, has also received a 3-year tenure extension from the government.

Exp. Ashok Lahiri Appointed NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman

Economist Ashok Lahiri will become the Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, while scientist Gobardhan Das will be appointed as a member.

Ashok Lahiri is a former Chief Economic Advisor and has also served as a member of the 15th Finance Commission.

About NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India)

• Founded – 1st January 2015
• Preceding – Planning Commission (15th March 1950)
• Headquarters – New Delhi
• Chairperson – Narendra Modi
• Vice Chairperson – Ashok Lahiri (replace Suman K Bery)
• CEO – Nidhi Chhibber (replaec B. V. R. Subrahmanyam)
• NITI Aayog comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry