Daily Current Affairs Today 1 April 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

Keeping up with Daily Current Affairs Today 1 April 2026 is essential for aspirants preparing for SSC and Railway exams. This compilation brings together the most important national and international developments, including government announcements, economic updates, environmental milestones, and defense news. From India becoming Naxal-free to RBI’s latest digital payment rules and global events like CMS COP 15, this daily roundup ensures you stay exam-ready with concise, relevant, and high-scoring current affairs coverage.

India achieved Naxal-free status on March 31, 2026, thanks to CAPF and COBRA efforts. CMS COP 15 in Brazil concluded, adding 40 species for conservation, notably the Steppe Eagle. RBI's Foundation Day brought new two-step digital payment verification rules. Suriname's President Chandrikapersad Santokhi passed away. Adani Defence supplied "Prahaar" LMGs to the Indian Army, and a Jainism museum opened in Gujarat.

Current Affairs National and Global Developments

Know about the significant current affairs from April 1, 2026, vital for competitive exams like SSC and Railway. Know India's milestone achievement of becoming Naxal-free, crucial environmental conservation efforts from CMS COP 15, key economic updates from RBI, and notable international developments. 

India's Naxal-Free Status Announcement

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced in Lok Sabha that India is completely Naxal-free as of March 31, 2026.

• Naxalite Movement – Historical Context:

• Origin: Began in Naxalbari, a village in Darjeeling, West Bengal, in 1967.

• Catalyst: A group of people protested against landlords for land rights, initiating the movement.

• Core Ideology (Maoist): Naxalites adopted the belief that power is achieved "at the barrel of a gun," establishing their own rules and courts, and rejecting the Indian Constitution.

• Geographical Spread (Historical):

• Historically, 12 states in India had significant Naxalite presence, including Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh. The Bastar district of Chhattisgarh was the most affected region.

• The entire area with high Naxalite presence was termed the Red Corridor.

• Current Status & Outcomes:

• A total of 4,839 Naxalites have surrendered.

• Credit for neutralizing the movement was attributed to the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and the COBRA Regiment (with specific mention of women's regiments).

• Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh are reported 100% Naxal-free. Odisha and Telangana have also seen a neutralization of Naxal activity.

• Post-Naxalite Area Development: Focus includes implementing the Constitution and democratic principles, providing free rations, and establishing schools.

• Related Initiatives: The Samadhan Yojana was previously launched to address Naxalism.

Conclusion of CMS COP 15

The 15th Conference of Parties (COP 15) of the Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) concluded recently.

• Full Form of CMS: Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals.

• Location of COP 15: Held in Campo Grande, Brazil, which is the largest country in South America with its capital being Brasília.

• Historical Context: The first CMS COP (COP 1) was held in 1965 in Bonn, Germany.

• Outcomes of COP 15:

• Conclusion Date: Concluded on March 29, 2026.

• Theme: "Connecting Nature to Sustainable Life".

• Conservation Targets: Identified 40 new species requiring conservation.

• Species Status: Reports indicate 49% of species show population decline, 24% are extinct, and 188 species are currently at risk.

• Overall Goal: Emphasized the need to protect biodiversity and conserve nature by working with nature.

• Specific Conservation Plans:

• Steppe Eagle: Categorized as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. A Global Action Plan for its conservation has been adopted for 2026 to 2035. It was first observed recently in Rajasthan.

• Other mentioned species for conservation include the Jubline Emu, Snow Leopard (with existing conservation centers in India, e.g., Ladakh), and the Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (also called "Jewel of Ganga"), for which a "Hope for Conservation" initiative has been launched.

RBI Changes & Foundation Day

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) observed its Foundation Day on April 1.

• Formation Details:

• Date: April 1, 1935.

• Founding Act: Formed under the Government of India Act.

• Recommendation: Established based on the recommendations of the Hilton Young Commission.

• Initial Headquarters: Kolkata, later shifted to Mumbai in 1937.

• Nationalization: Nationalized on January 1, 1949, becoming India's Central Bank.

• New Digital Payment Rules (Effective April 1, 2026):

• Implementation of Two-Step Verification for digital payments. This mechanism requires an additional verification step (e.g., OTP + PIN or OTP + Fingerprint) beyond just OTP.

• Currency & Coin Issuance:

• RBI issues both coins and currency notes.

• Coin Mints: Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Noida.

• Currency Printing Presses: Nashik, Dewas, Mysuru, Salboni.

• Printing Ink Production: Dewas.

• Security Paper Mill: Hoshangabad (now Narmadapuram), Madhya Pradesh.

Demise of Chandrikapersad Santokhi, President of Suriname

Chandrikapersad Santokhi, President of Suriname, passed away on March 30 at the age of 67 years.

• About Suriname: It is the smallest country in South America, with its capital being Paramaribo. Its official language is Dutch, and it was formerly a Dutch colony.

• Chandrikapersad Santokhi's Background & Achievements: His family migrated from Bihar, India, to Suriname in the 19th Century. He was appointed President in 2020 and worked to strengthen relations between India and Suriname, for which he was honored with the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman. He was known as "Sheriff" for his efforts in maintaining law and order.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) plays a crucial role in global environmental protection.

• Formation: Formed in 1972 via the Stockholm Conference.

• Headquarters: Located in Nairobi.

• Status: UNEP is an independent body, not a specialized agency under the UN.

• Mission: Works specifically for environmental protection.

• Key Event: Celebrates World Environment Day on June 5.

"Prahaar" Light Machine Gun (LMG) Batch Handover

The first batch of "Prahaar" Light Machine Gun (LMG) has been handed over to the Indian Army.

• Manufacturer: Adani Defence, a part of the Adani Group.

• Recipient: The first batch of 2,000 LMGs was supplied to the Indian Army.

• Launch Location: The handover took place in Gwalior.

• Technical Specifications: It is a light-weighted machine gun with a 7.62 mm caliber.

• Development & Collaboration: Developed under the "Make in India" project, it was created in collaboration with Israeli weapon companies, based on the design of Israel's Negev NG7.

Inauguration of Samrat Samprati Museum

PM Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum in Koba Teerth village, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, around Mahavir Jayanti (March 31).

• About Samrat Samprati: He was the grandson of Emperor Ashoka and the Fifth Emperor of the Mauryan Dynasty. Samprati was a devoted follower of Jainism, promoting principles of truth and non-violence during his reign (224 to 225 BCE). He is also known as "Jain Ashoka" (Memory Tip: Emperor Ashoka himself famously embraced Buddhism in his later life, providing a historical contrast).

• Museum's Dedication: The museum is dedicated to Jainism, showcasing various aspects related to the religion.

• Overview of Jainism: Emerged in the 6th Century BCE, Jainism centers around Tirthankaras (meaning "teachers"). Rishabhanatha (Rishabhdev) was the First Tirthankara. There are 24 Tirthankaras in total, with Mahavir Swami being the 24th and considered the real founder for popularizing the religion (Memory Tip: Rishabdev founded Jainism, but Mahavir Swami is remembered as the real founder for its widespread establishment, similar to how Sri Gupta founded the Gupta period but Chandragupta is seen as its real founder). The symbol of Mahavir Swami is the Lion. Jain sacred texts are called Agamas, and two Jain Councils were held historically.

Kariba Dam Floating Solar Plant

A 500 MW Floating Solar Plant is being developed at Kariba Dam in Zimbabwe, Africa.

• Location: Zimbabwe's capital is Harare. The dam is located on the Zambezi River, which forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia.

• Partnership: The project is being developed in partnership with Green Hybrid Power.

• Associated Geographical Features: The dam is named after Lake Kariba, the world's largest man-made lake by area, also situated on the Zambezi River. Victoria Falls is another significant natural wonder located on the Zambezi River, on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia.

• Indian Parallel: India also has a similar floating solar-based plant at the Omkareshwar Dam on the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh.

"Dweep Shakti" Exercise

The "Dweep Shakti" Exercise is a significant tri-service event aimed at enhancing India's security.

• Type: It is a Tri-service exercise, involving the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force.

• Objective: To secure and protect India's coastal areas, remote islands, and the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

• Host & Location: Hosted by the Andaman and Nicobar Command and conducted in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

• Related Exercise: The IONS Maritime Exercise, a naval exercise, was hosted by the Southern Naval Command in Kochi, Kerala, with India as a participant.

Green Card Policy for Char Dham Yatra

A Green Card System has been launched for vehicles undertaking the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand.

• Objective: To ensure road safety for pilgrims.

• Mechanism: Commercial passenger vehicles will undergo proper checking, including verifying the condition of wheels, brakes, and overall vehicle fitness. A certificate of approval will be issued to ensure safe travel.

• Inauguration Location: Roshanabad, Haridwar.

• Key Objectives: The policy focuses on vehicle fitness, passenger safety, and ensuring proper information about the vehicles.

• (Memory Tip: The Chhoti Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand includes four significant sites, each associated with a river: Yamunotri (River Yamuna), Gangotri (River Bhagirathi), Kedarnath (River Mandakini), and Badrinath (River Alaknanda)).

Indian Premier League (IPL) Fastest Fifty Records

Recent IPL matches have seen new records for the fastest fifties.

• Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals): Scored a fifty in 15 balls, breaking the records of Suresh Raina and Abhishek Sharma (both 16 balls). He belongs to Bihar.

• Overall Fastest Fifty: Yashasvi Jaiswal holds the record for the overall fastest fifty, achieving it in 13 balls against KKR. This marks his third time scoring a fifty in the fewest balls, previously doing so in 17 and 35 balls.

INS Dronagiri Handover

INS Dronagiri, a ship of the Nilgiri Class, has been handed over to the Indian Navy.

Important Updates Related to Daily Current Affairs Today 1 April 2026

• Gate of Tears: The state known as the Gate of Tears is Bab-el-Mandeb, located near the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

• Kerosene Supply: Re-started in 21 places (some states and UTs) where it was previously restricted.

• Exercise Lokayan 26 (France): India's INS Sudarshini participated.

• MiG-29 Fighter Jet: A new version launched with the ASRAAM missile (air-to-air missile).

• Longest Serving Chief Minister (CM): Pawan Kumar Chamling holds the record for Sikkim.

• Founder vs. Real Founder: In Jainism, Rishabdev was the first Tirthankara, but Mahavir Swami is considered the real founder for popularizing it. Similarly, for the Gupta Period, Sri Gupta is considered the founder, but Chandragupta is regarded as the real founder.

• Rajasthan Foundation Day: March 30.

• Utkal Divas (Odisha Foundation Day): April 1.

• Port of Refuge: Launched by Adani Group.

• Chairperson of National Commission for Backward Class: Sadhvi Ji.

• Shallotosis Outbreak: Cases, primarily affecting children, were observed in Kerala.

• World Archery Para Archer of the Year: Sheetal Devi (19 years old) from Jammu & Kashmir.

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