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UIDAI and MapmyIndia Partner to Enable Authorised Aadhaar Centres on Mappls AppIn April 2026, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), signed an agreement with MapmyIndia to integrate authorised Aadhaar service centres into the Mappls Application(app).Key Details:Objective: The initiative aims to improve public convenience, ensure seamless access to Aadhaar services, and reduce misinformation regarding unauthorised centres.Features: The app allows users to filter searches by specific Aadhaar services and navigate to authorised centres with accurate results.It enables identification of centres offering services such as adult enrolment, child enrolment, and updates to address or mobile number.Coverage: The initiative will include Aadhaar Seva Kendras (ASKs) along with other authorised Aadhaar centres, ensuring distinct and accurate listings.
UIDAI and MapmyIndia Partner to Enable Authorised Aadhaar Centres on Mappls AppIn April 2026, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), signed an agreement with MapmyIndia to integrate authorised Aadhaar service centres into the Mappls Application(app).Key Details:Objective: The initiative aims to improve public convenience, ensure seamless access to Aadhaar services, and reduce misinformation regarding unauthorised centres.Features: The app allows users to filter searches by specific Aadhaar services and navigate to authorised centres with accurate results.It enables identification of centres offering services such as adult enrolment, child enrolment, and updates to address or mobile number.Coverage: The initiative will include Aadhaar Seva Kendras (ASKs) along with other authorised Aadhaar centres, ensuring distinct and accurate listings.
UIDAI and MapmyIndia Partner to Enable Authorised Aadhaar Centres on Mappls AppIn April 2026, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), signed an agreement with MapmyIn...
CBDT Launches ‘Kar Saathi’ Website to Simplify Tax FilingIn April 2026, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Department of Revenue (DoR), Ministry of Finance (MoF), launched a new website and an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered assistant called ‘Kar Saathi’ to simplify the procedure of tax filing.The launch of the web portal coincides with a nationwide awareness campaign, Policy Reform and Responsible Action for Mission Viksit Bharat (PRARAMBH 2026).About ‘Kar Saathi’ Portal:Tax Filing: The newly launched ‘Kar Saathi’ portal offers round-the-clock support to assist taxpayers with queries and compliance under the Income Tax Act, 2025.It includes an AI chatbot that provides instant tax-related information in both Hindi and English.Unified Platform: The new website consolidates all the information related to income tax, including forms, filing procedures, and guidelines, in a unified platform.Key Progress: Since the inception of PRARAMBH programme in March 2026, rules have been reduced from 510 to 333 and forms from 399 to 190, thereby eliminating requirements for more than six crore transactions.
CBDT Launches ‘Kar Saathi’ Website to Simplify Tax FilingIn April 2026, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Department of Revenue (DoR), Ministry of Finance (MoF), launched a new website and an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered assistant called ‘Kar Saathi’ to simplify the procedure of tax filing.The launch of the web portal coincides with a nationwide awareness campaign, Policy Reform and Responsible Action for Mission Viksit Bharat (PRARAMBH 2026).About ‘Kar Saathi’ Portal:Tax Filing: The newly launched ‘Kar Saathi’ portal offers round-the-clock support to assist taxpayers with queries and compliance under the Income Tax Act, 2025.It includes an AI chatbot that provides instant tax-related information in both Hindi and English.Unified Platform: The new website consolidates all the information related to income tax, including forms, filing procedures, and guidelines, in a unified platform.Key Progress: Since the inception of PRARAMBH programme in March 2026, rules have been reduced from 510 to 333 and forms from 399 to 190, thereby eliminating requirements for more than six crore transactions.
CBDT Launches ‘Kar Saathi’ Website to Simplify Tax FilingIn April 2026, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Department of Revenue (DoR), Ministry of Finance (MoF), launched a new website and an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered as...
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PM Narendra Modi Virtually Launches’ Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026’ for Civil Servants On April 2, 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually launched the ‘Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026’, a national learning week initiative under Mission Karmayogi celebrating its five-year milestone, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre(DAIC), New Delhi (Delhi).About Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah:Organiser: Sadhana (Strengthening Adaptive Development and Humane Aptitude for National Advancement) Saptah, one of India’s largest collaborative civil services capacity-building efforts, is organised by the Capacity Building Commission (CBC) from April 2 to 8, 2026.Pillars: The programme is built on three pillars: Technology, Tradition, and Tangible Outcomes, and includes workshops, masterclasses, and institutional deliberations to strengthen a future-ready governance ecosystem.Key Initiatives: During the inaugural session, key initiatives were launched, including Karmayogi Geet, Kshamata Connect, Kartavya Karyakram, the Peer Assessment Framework, and the AI-powered Case Study Suite (AGK), aimed at strengthening large-scale capacity building.
PM Narendra Modi Virtually Launches’ Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026’ for Civil Servants On April 2, 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually launched the ‘Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026’, a national learning week initiative under Mission Karmayogi celebrating its five-year milestone, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre(DAIC), New Delhi (Delhi).About Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah:Organiser: Sadhana (Strengthening Adaptive Development and Humane Aptitude for National Advancement) Saptah, one of India’s largest collaborative civil services capacity-building efforts, is organised by the Capacity Building Commission (CBC) from April 2 to 8, 2026.Pillars: The programme is built on three pillars: Technology, Tradition, and Tangible Outcomes, and includes workshops, masterclasses, and institutional deliberations to strengthen a future-ready governance ecosystem.Key Initiatives: During the inaugural session, key initiatives were launched, including Karmayogi Geet, Kshamata Connect, Kartavya Karyakram, the Peer Assessment Framework, and the AI-powered Case Study Suite (AGK), aimed at strengthening large-scale capacity building.
PM Narendra Modi Virtually Launches’ Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026’ for Civil Servants On April 2, 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually launched the ‘Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026’, a national learning week initiative under Mission Karma...
World Autism Awareness Day 2026 – April 2The United Nations (UN’s) World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) is observed every year on April 2 to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and promote the rights and inclusion of autistic individuals.2026 Theme: “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value.”Background: Adoption: On 18 December 2007, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/62/139, officially declaring April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day.First Observance: WAAD was first observed on April 2, 2008.Led by: The Switzerland-based Institute of Neurodiversity (ION), a neuro-minority–founded organisation operating in 40 countries, is leading the event in collaboration with the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC).Ribbon Symbol:The puzzle ribbon, adopted in 1999, features bright colours such as red, yellow, and blue and represents the complexity and diversity of autism.
World Autism Awareness Day 2026 – April 2The United Nations (UN’s) World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) is observed every year on April 2 to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and promote the rights and inclusion of autistic individuals.2026 Theme: “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value.”Background: Adoption: On 18 December 2007, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/62/139, officially declaring April 2 as World Autism Awareness Day.First Observance: WAAD was first observed on April 2, 2008.Led by: The Switzerland-based Institute of Neurodiversity (ION), a neuro-minority–founded organisation operating in 40 countries, is leading the event in collaboration with the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC).Ribbon Symbol:The puzzle ribbon, adopted in 1999, features bright colours such as red, yellow, and blue and represents the complexity and diversity of autism.
World Autism Awareness Day 2026 – April 2The United Nations (UN’s) World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) is observed every year on April 2 to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and promote the rights and inclusion of autistic individual...
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Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Sudha Murty’s Book ‘Tides of Time’ on Parliamentary MuralsOn April 1 2026, the Vice President (VP) of India and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Chandrapuram Ponnusami (C. P.) Radhakrishnan, released the book ‘Tides of Time: Bharat’s History through Murals in Parliament’ authored by Sudha Murty, Member of Parliament (MP), Rajya Sabha, at Samvidhan Sadan, New Delhi (Delhi).The volume, published by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, documents the visual archives of Parliament while showcasing India’s civilizational journey through its murals in an accessible manner.About the Book:Content: The book covers 124 mural panels (including 58 commissioned in 1954) tracing history from Mohenjo-daro of the Indus Valley Civilization to Independence in 1947.Legacy: The murals reflect India’s traditions of dialogue, diversity, continuity and portraying Bharat as the ‘Mother of Democracy,’ rooted in systems like Vaishali and the Kudavolai system, with Parliament embodying debate, discussion, and dissent.Symbolism: Heritage elements like the Sengol reflect “Vikas bhi, Virasat bhi,” linking tradition with modern governance.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Sudha Murty’s Book ‘Tides of Time’ on Parliamentary MuralsOn April 1 2026, the Vice President (VP) of India and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Chandrapuram Ponnusami (C. P.) Radhakrishnan, released the book ‘Tides of Time: Bharat’s History through Murals in Parliament’ authored by Sudha Murty, Member of Parliament (MP), Rajya Sabha, at Samvidhan Sadan, New Delhi (Delhi).The volume, published by the Lok Sabha Secretariat, documents the visual archives of Parliament while showcasing India’s civilizational journey through its murals in an accessible manner.About the Book:Content: The book covers 124 mural panels (including 58 commissioned in 1954) tracing history from Mohenjo-daro of the Indus Valley Civilization to Independence in 1947.Legacy: The murals reflect India’s traditions of dialogue, diversity, continuity and portraying Bharat as the ‘Mother of Democracy,’ rooted in systems like Vaishali and the Kudavolai system, with Parliament embodying debate, discussion, and dissent.Symbolism: Heritage elements like the Sengol reflect “Vikas bhi, Virasat bhi,” linking tradition with modern governance.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Releases Sudha Murty’s Book ‘Tides of Time’ on Parliamentary MuralsOn April 1 2026, the Vice President (VP) of India and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Chandrapuram Ponnusami (C. P.) Radhakrishnan, released the book ‘...
NASA Launched Four Astronauts on World’s First Crewed Lunar Mission ‘Artemis II’ In April 2026, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) launched the Artemis II mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the United States of America (USA), using the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion crew capsule, sending four astronauts on a crewed test flight to the Moon’s vicinity, marking the first human journey beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972.The four-member crew includes Commander Reid Wiseman (USA), Pilot Victor Glover (USA), Mission Specialist Christina Koch (USA), and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen (Canada, Canadian Space Agency).About Artemis II Mission:Aim: The mission aims to orbit the Moon and safely return to Earth while testing spacecraft systems, crew performance, deep-space operations, life-support systems, and safety in a high-radiation environment beyond Earth’s orbit.Program: Artemis II is the first crewed mission under NASA Artemis program launched in 2017 to advance human lunar exploration and long-term Moon presence.Achievement: Jeremy Hansen becomes the first Canadian astronaut to participate in a lunar mission, while Christina Koch holds the record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman (328 days) and Victor Glover becomes the first person of color on a lunar mission.Mission: The mission will carry astronauts around the Moon and return to Earth in a nearly 10-day journey, traveling about 406,000 kilometer (km) (252,000 miles), the farthest distance for human spaceflight, surpassing Apollo 13.
NASA Launched Four Astronauts on World’s First Crewed Lunar Mission ‘Artemis II’ In April 2026, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) launched the Artemis II mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the United States of America (USA), using the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket and Orion crew capsule, sending four astronauts on a crewed test flight to the Moon’s vicinity, marking the first human journey beyond low Earth orbit since Apollo 17 in 1972.The four-member crew includes Commander Reid Wiseman (USA), Pilot Victor Glover (USA), Mission Specialist Christina Koch (USA), and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen (Canada, Canadian Space Agency).About Artemis II Mission:Aim: The mission aims to orbit the Moon and safely return to Earth while testing spacecraft systems, crew performance, deep-space operations, life-support systems, and safety in a high-radiation environment beyond Earth’s orbit.Program: Artemis II is the first crewed mission under NASA Artemis program launched in 2017 to advance human lunar exploration and long-term Moon presence.Achievement: Jeremy Hansen becomes the first Canadian astronaut to participate in a lunar mission, while Christina Koch holds the record for the longest single spaceflight by a woman (328 days) and Victor Glover becomes the first person of color on a lunar mission.Mission: The mission will carry astronauts around the Moon and return to Earth in a nearly 10-day journey, traveling about 406,000 kilometer (km) (252,000 miles), the farthest distance for human spaceflight, surpassing Apollo 13.
NASA Launched Four Astronauts on World’s First Crewed Lunar Mission ‘Artemis II’ In April 2026, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) launched the Artemis II mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, the United States of America (U...
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CSL Delivers Second ASW Shallow Water Craft ‘Malwan’ to INIn March 2026, the Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL), a Schedule A Miniratna company under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways(MoPSW), delivered the second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW-SWC) ‘Malwan’ to the Indian Navy (IN).The handover ceremony included the signing of the protocol by Dr. Harikrishnan S, Director (Operations), CSL, and Commander Pravin Kumar Tiwari, Commanding Officer (Designate), Indian Naval Ship(INS) Malwan, at CSL, Kochi, Kerala.About ASW-SWC Malwan: Design & Construction: The newly delivered vessel has been indigenously designed and built by CSL in accordance with naval specifications and complies with Det Norske Veritas (DNV) classification standards.Key Components: 80-metre (m)-long vessel, with displacement of 1,100 tonnes, is equipped with torpedoes, multifunctional anti-submarine rockets, and state-of-the-art sensors, including advanced radars and Sonar systems.Operational Roles: The vessel is specifically designed for littoral or coastal zones and will act as the first line of defence against submarine threats near Indian coastlines.
CSL Delivers Second ASW Shallow Water Craft ‘Malwan’ to INIn March 2026, the Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL), a Schedule A Miniratna company under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways(MoPSW), delivered the second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW-SWC) ‘Malwan’ to the Indian Navy (IN).The handover ceremony included the signing of the protocol by Dr. Harikrishnan S, Director (Operations), CSL, and Commander Pravin Kumar Tiwari, Commanding Officer (Designate), Indian Naval Ship(INS) Malwan, at CSL, Kochi, Kerala.About ASW-SWC Malwan: Design & Construction: The newly delivered vessel has been indigenously designed and built by CSL in accordance with naval specifications and complies with Det Norske Veritas (DNV) classification standards.Key Components: 80-metre (m)-long vessel, with displacement of 1,100 tonnes, is equipped with torpedoes, multifunctional anti-submarine rockets, and state-of-the-art sensors, including advanced radars and Sonar systems.Operational Roles: The vessel is specifically designed for littoral or coastal zones and will act as the first line of defence against submarine threats near Indian coastlines.
CSL Delivers Second ASW Shallow Water Craft ‘Malwan’ to INIn March 2026, the Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL), a Schedule A Miniratna company under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways(MoPSW), delivered the second anti-submarine warfare shallow wa...
RBI Approves Emirates NBD’s 60% Stake Acquisition in RBL BankIn April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved Emirates NBD’s acquisition of a 60% stake in RBL Bank, through a preferential allotment of equity shares, in a deal valued at around Rs 26,853 crore.The approval also covers the merger of existing operations of Emirates NBD in India with RBL, subject to requisite regulatory clearances.Key Details of Acquisition:Acquisition Process: Emirates NBD will launch an open offer to buy a maximum 26% of RBL’s voting share capital at a price of Rs 280 per equity share.In addition, the mandatory offer, related to the planned acquisition will include around 415.58 million shares.Key Change in Role: Upon completion of the transaction, Emirates NBD will be designated as a promoter of RBL Bank, which will become its largest subsidiary outside India.Regulatory Status: While the RBI’s approval has advanced the process, the deal is now pending clearance from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).About RBL Bank: It formerly known as Ratnakar Bank Limited, is a private sector bank in India, established in 1943 and headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
RBI Approves Emirates NBD’s 60% Stake Acquisition in RBL BankIn April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved Emirates NBD’s acquisition of a 60% stake in RBL Bank, through a preferential allotment of equity shares, in a deal valued at around Rs 26,853 crore.The approval also covers the merger of existing operations of Emirates NBD in India with RBL, subject to requisite regulatory clearances.Key Details of Acquisition:Acquisition Process: Emirates NBD will launch an open offer to buy a maximum 26% of RBL’s voting share capital at a price of Rs 280 per equity share.In addition, the mandatory offer, related to the planned acquisition will include around 415.58 million shares.Key Change in Role: Upon completion of the transaction, Emirates NBD will be designated as a promoter of RBL Bank, which will become its largest subsidiary outside India.Regulatory Status: While the RBI’s approval has advanced the process, the deal is now pending clearance from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).About RBL Bank: It formerly known as Ratnakar Bank Limited, is a private sector bank in India, established in 1943 and headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
RBI Approves Emirates NBD’s 60% Stake Acquisition in RBL BankIn April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved Emirates NBD’s acquisition of a 60% stake in RBL Bank, through a preferential allotment of equity shares, in a deal valued at around ...
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Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth Assumes Charge as Vice Chief of the Army StaffOn April 1 2026, Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Dhiraj Seth assumed the office of the 49th Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) of the Indian Army (IA).Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth replaced Lt Gen Pushpendra Pal Singh, who assumed command as General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Western Command at Chandimandir near Chandigarh, Haryana.Meanwhile, Lt Gen V.M.B. Krishnan took over as GOC-in-C, Eastern Command at Fort William, Kolkata, West Bengal(WB).Role of VCOAS:Position Hierarchy: The VCOAS is the second-highest-ranking officer in the Indian Army and the senior-most Principal Staff Officer (PSO) to the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS).Function: As the deputy professional head, the officer serves as a senior adviser to the Ministry of Defence(MoD) and manages strategic planning and operational logistics.
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth Assumes Charge as Vice Chief of the Army StaffOn April 1 2026, Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Dhiraj Seth assumed the office of the 49th Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) of the Indian Army (IA).Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth replaced Lt Gen Pushpendra Pal Singh, who assumed command as General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Western Command at Chandimandir near Chandigarh, Haryana.Meanwhile, Lt Gen V.M.B. Krishnan took over as GOC-in-C, Eastern Command at Fort William, Kolkata, West Bengal(WB).Role of VCOAS:Position Hierarchy: The VCOAS is the second-highest-ranking officer in the Indian Army and the senior-most Principal Staff Officer (PSO) to the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS).Function: As the deputy professional head, the officer serves as a senior adviser to the Ministry of Defence(MoD) and manages strategic planning and operational logistics.
Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth Assumes Charge as Vice Chief of the Army StaffOn April 1 2026, Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Dhiraj Seth assumed the office of the 49th Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) of the Indian Army (IA).Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth repla...
IRDAI Approves India AS Framework For Insurers From April 1In March 2026, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) approved the IRDAI (Actuarial, Finance and Investment Functions of Insurers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 at its 135th Authority Meeting.Key HighlightsImplementation: The amendments mandate the preparation and presentation of financial statements by insurers in accordance with applicable Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), with effect from 1st April 2026.Applicable to: The implementation will be applicable to all categories of insurers including Life, General Stand Along Health Insurers and Reinsurers.Parallel Reporting: The regulations provide for parallel reporting for a period of 2 years, that is financial statements prepared in accordance with Ind AS and under existing accounting framework.Expert GroupJoint Export: The IRDAI constituted a joint expert group on IndAS, chaired by the Whole Time Member (WTM) (Finance and Investment), IRDAI currently Mr. Rajay Kumar Sinha. The group shall remain in force for a period of 2 years from the date of constitution.
IRDAI Approves India AS Framework For Insurers From April 1In March 2026, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) approved the IRDAI (Actuarial, Finance and Investment Functions of Insurers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 at its 135th Authority Meeting.Key HighlightsImplementation: The amendments mandate the preparation and presentation of financial statements by insurers in accordance with applicable Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), with effect from 1st April 2026.Applicable to: The implementation will be applicable to all categories of insurers including Life, General Stand Along Health Insurers and Reinsurers.Parallel Reporting: The regulations provide for parallel reporting for a period of 2 years, that is financial statements prepared in accordance with Ind AS and under existing accounting framework.Expert GroupJoint Export: The IRDAI constituted a joint expert group on IndAS, chaired by the Whole Time Member (WTM) (Finance and Investment), IRDAI currently Mr. Rajay Kumar Sinha. The group shall remain in force for a period of 2 years from the date of constitution.
IRDAI Approves India AS Framework For Insurers From April 1In March 2026, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) approved the IRDAI (Actuarial, Finance and Investment Functions of Insurers) (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 a...
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