Daily Current Affairs Today 10 April 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

Daily Current Affairs plays a crucial role in preparation for SSC and Railway exams, as questions are frequently asked from recent national and international events. Staying updated with such daily news helps candidates strengthen their General Awareness section, which is one of the most scoring parts of these exams.

Regular study of current affairs not only improves knowledge but also enhances accuracy and speed during the exam. Topics like government schemes, international relations, science & technology, and economic updates are commonly asked, making daily revision essential. By covering important updates from 10 April 2026, aspirants can build better understanding, improve retention, and gain a competitive edge in the exam.

India Withdraws from Hosting COP 33

India has withdrawn its bid to organize the COP 33 (Conference of Parties) in 2028, citing current capacity constraints and withdrawal of BRICS co-hosting support.

• About COP:

• COP stands for Conference of Parties, global conferences organized by the UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) addressing climate change.

• The UNFCCC was established during the Earth Summit in 1992, also known as the Bonn Convention.

• The first COP (COP 1) was held in 1995 in Berlin.

• Future COP Locations (Mentioned):

• COP 30: Brazil

• COP 31: Turkey and Australia

• COP 32: Ethiopia

• India's Commitment: Despite the withdrawal, India reiterated its commitment to clean energy and sustainable utilization, aiming to utilize 60% clean energy by 2035.

Artemis II Mission: New Distance Record in Space Exploration

The Artemis II mission, by NASA, achieved a new record for highest distance covered from Earth by a crewed mission.

• Mission Overview:

• This is a crewed mission, unlike Artemis I.

• The Orion spacecraft is being used, carrying four astronauts.

• Record-Breaking Achievement:

• Covered 2.52 million miles, surpassing Apollo 13's record (launched in 1970).

• Key Technological Milestones:

• Kristina Koch made the first ever space-to-space call from Artemis II to Jenny Gippon on another spacecraft, lasting 40 minutes.

• An iPhone 17 Pro Max was sent into space, marking the first time an iPhone or Apple phone has been sent to space.

• India's Manned Mission: India's Gaganyaan mission is planned, aiming to send a crewed mission to the Moon by 2040.

Appointment of New Secretary-General of Arab League

Nabil Fahmy (Egypt) appointed new Secretary-General of Arab League, succeeding Ahmed Aboul Gheit; tenure begins July 1, 2026.

• About the Arab League:

• Comprises 22 Arab countries.

• Established in 1945.

• Headquarters: Cairo, Egypt's capital.

• Geographical Context:

• Cairo is on the banks of the Nile River.

• The Nile River, over 6,000 km, is the world's longest river. It forms its delta in Alexandria, Egypt, and hosts the Aswan Dam. It is formed by the White Nile and Blue Nile.

25th All India Water Sports Cluster

ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police Forces), formed after the Sino-India War of 1962, organized the 25th All India Water Sports Cluster.

• Event Details:

• Location: Tehri Lake, Uttarakhand, where the Tehri Dam is located on the Bhagirathi River.

• Dates: April 8 to April 12.

• Participation: 19 police teams competed in 52 events.

• Inauguration: Inaugurated by Pushkar Singh Dhami.

• Related Events:

• The 24th Edition was held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

• Khelo India Water Games were organized at Dal Lake.

Telangana Declares Cancer a Notifiable Disease

Telangana has declared cancer a notifiable disease, aiming to enhance monitoring and treatment efforts.

• About Telangana:

• Formed on June 2, 2014, from Andhra Pradesh.

• Its capital is Hyderabad, situated on the Musi River. (The new capital of Andhra Pradesh is Amravati).

• Cancer and Notifiable Diseases:

• Cancer is characterized by uncontrolled cell division. World Cancer Day is observed on February 4.

• A notifiable disease requires data (incidence, prevalence) to be shared with the government for public health surveillance. Examples include Tuberculosis (TB), Diabetes, Dengue, and Malaria.

• Implications:

• Aims to monitor cancer cases, provide treatment, and reduce incidence through proper data, reporting, and analysis. Strategy: detect, report, and prevent.

• A new Mehdinawab Oncology Center will open in Hyderabad. Oncology is the study of cancer.

India Partners with Angola for Gas and Oil Supply

India partnered with Angola for gas and oil supplies, mitigating energy risks.

• Partnership Details:

• Angola will export gas and oil to India.

• Indian companies like ONGC and Bharat Petroleum have signed agreements.

• Angola Overview:

• Capital: Luanda.

• Located in Africa, bordering the Atlantic Ocean.

• Its highest peak is Mount Moco.

• Context: Crucial due to 90% of global gas and oil routes being hampered, notably in the Strait of Hormuz.

Poshan Pakhwada 2026 (8th Edition)

The 8th Poshan Pakhwada, under the Ministry of Women, focuses on nutrition for young children and pregnant women.

• Overview:

• The initiative runs from April 9 to April 23.

• It emphasizes "Jan Andolan se Jan Bhagidari" (People's Movement through People's Participation).

• Theme: "Maximizing Brain Development in the First Six Years of Life," focusing on proper brain development in children up to six years of age.

• Key Areas of Focus:

• Mother & Child Nutrition

• Brain Development

• Play-Based Education

• Role of Parents within the community

• Community Support for Awareness

• Related Initiatives:

• Poshan Maah (Nutrition Month) is celebrated in September.

• Poshan Saptah (Nutrition Week) is celebrated from September 1 to 7.

Omed Poini Karhandala Wildlife Sanctuary & Lebanon Conflict

This section covers a wildlife sighting and recent geopolitical developments.

• Omed Poini Karhandala Wildlife Sanctuary:

• In Maharashtra, gained attention for a Melanistic Spotted Deer sighting.

• Lebanon Conflict (Post-Ceasefire):

• Geographical Context: Lebanon (West Asia, N of Israel, Capital: Beirut) borders the Mediterranean Sea, Syria, Israel (Blue Line border). Litani River is major.

• The Conflict: Post-ceasefire, Israel attacked ~100 locations in Lebanon despite Iran's stipulation. Attacks caused 250+ deaths, 600+ injuries. Israel claimed targets were solely Hezbollah (Iran-backed rebel group). United Nations condemned the actions.

Bank of Baroda Launches AI-Based BoB Samvad

Bank of Baroda (BoB) (HQ: Vadodara, Gujarat) launched AI-based BoB Samvad.

• Functionality:

• BoB Samvad is an AI chatbot designed to answer customer queries.

• It supports 22 languages.

• Objective: improve banker-customer communication.

• The launch took place in Mumbai.

India's Economic Outlook: Forecasts by World Bank and RBI

India's economic future is under scrutiny with forecasts from both the World Bank and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

World Bank's India GDP Forecast

World Bank projects India's GDP: 7.6% in 2026, decreasing to ~6% in 2027.

• Reasons for Decline: West Asia tensions, inflation, rising oil/gas prices, decreased remittances, reduced investment.

• About World Bank:

• Formed under Bretton Woods Agreement (1944), operational 1945.

• Headquarters: Washington D.C. (on the Potomac River).

• Head: Ajay Banga (always from USA).

• Related Institution: International Monetary Fund (IMF):

• Also headquartered in Washington D.C. and established in 1945.

• Uses Special Drawing Rights (SDRs), comprising five major currencies, including the US Dollar and the British Pound.

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) GDP Forecast and Functions

RBI projects India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at 6.9% for next year.

• Reasons for Projection: Anticipated inflation increase and West Asia conflicts reducing investment, slowing GDP.

• About RBI:

• Established 1935 under Government of India Act, based on Hilton Commission.

• Initially headquartered in Kolkata, later shifted to Mumbai.

• Key Monetary Policy Functions: The RBI sets crucial interest rates and ratios, including the Repo Rate, Reverse Repo Rate (RRR), Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR), and Cash Reserve Ratio (CLR).

Daily Current Affairs Today 10 April 2026 FAQs

1. Why did India withdraw its bid to host COP 33 in 2028?
   India withdrew its bid due to a stated lack of capacity to organize such a large-scale event and the unavailability of initial co-hosting support from BRICS countries.

2. What significant record did the Artemis II mission achieve?
   The Artemis II mission set a new record for the highest distance covered from Earth by a crewed mission, spanning 2.52 million miles. It also performed the first space-to-space call.

3. What is the primary implication of Telangana declaring cancer a notifiable disease?
   By declaring cancer a notifiable disease, Telangana aims to systematically monitor cancer cases, collect data, provide timely treatment, and implement strategies for detection, reporting, and prevention to improve patient outcomes.

4. Which Indian companies are involved in the gas and oil supply partnership with Angola?
   Indian companies ONGC and Bharat Petroleum have signed deals with Angola to secure gas and oil supplies.

5. What are the key reasons cited by the World Bank for the projected decline in India's GDP for 2027?
   The World Bank cited rising tensions in West Asia, potential increases in inflation, higher oil and gas prices, a decrease in remittances, and a reduction in investment as key reasons for the projected decline.