Daily Current Affairs Today 20 April 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

Preparing for SSC and Railway exams becomes much easier when you stay updated with daily current affairs. The current affairs of 20 April 2026 cover important topics like the extension of the PMGSY scheme, Gautam Adani becoming Asia’s richest person, and key global developments such as India-China talks under the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. Along with this, updates on health, environment, and sports like the ISSF World Cup 2026 make this a complete revision set for your exam preparation.

Daily Current Affairs Today 20 April 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

Below are the daily current affairs for 20 April 2026, specially prepared for SSC GD, SSC CGL, CHSL, RRB Group D, NTPC, ALP, and Railway exams.

Prime Minister Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) Extension

The Cabinet has extended the Prime Minister Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) until 2028. This scheme, launched on December 25, 2000, aims to construct all-weather roads to provide connectivity to rural areas. It links villages with essential services like schools, hospitals, and clinics, improving overall transportation.

A comprehensive review of PMGSY is scheduled for 2029 to determine its future. An allocation of ₹83,977 crore has been made for the scheme. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, in conjunction with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, implements it. This extension supports the goal of achieving Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, emphasizing infrastructure development, and falls under the scheme's third version. The Bharatmala Yojana is another key road development project, having recently covered approximately 35,000 km.

Odisha CGL Exam Questions Insights

Here are some factual points from recent competitive examinations:

• The Wangsong missile belongs to North Korea.

• The 17th BRICS Summit (held in Brazil) had the theme "Strengthening Global South Cooperation."

Global Maritime Security Initiative & Strait of Hormuz

A global maritime security initiative has been proposed for the Strait of Hormuz, involving Keir Starmer (UK) and Emmanuel Macron (France). The Strait of Hormuz is located in Middle East Asia and connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.

Recent tensions saw Iran's Navy (IRGC) fire upon ships after former US President Donald Trump declared the Strait open. This affected Indian vessels. A 40-country meeting, including India, was held to ensure safe international passage.

Miscellaneous Factual Updates

• Niti Chhibber is the CEO of NITI Aayog (2026).

• The 68th Gyanpeeth Award was awarded to Gulzār and Jagadguru Rambhadracharya.

India's Largest Trading Partner: China

For the fiscal year 2025-2026, China has surpassed the USA to become India's largest trading partner. India faces a trade deficit with China, with imports exceeding exports. This is partly due to dumping, where Chinese goods are sold at very low prices.

Trade Volume (2025-26):

• Total Trade: Approximately $112.16 billion.

• Total Import/Export Combined: Approximately $151.1 billion.

• India's Exports to China: Around $19.6 billion.

• China's Exports to India: Around $131.5 billion.

India's trade relations with China deteriorated after the Galwan Valley issue in 2020 but are now seeing a shift.

SCO Summit and India-China Bilateral Talks

India and China are resuming bilateral talks within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). Formed in 2001, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is headquartered in Beijing. Its members include India, Pakistan, Iran, and Belarus. The next meeting is in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

India-China relations significantly worsened after the Galwan Valley incident in the Ladakh region in 2020, leading to the suspension of military exercises like "Hand-in-Hand." Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit India in September 2026 for the 18th BRICS Summit. The Galwan Valley is a river valley near the Siachen Glacier in Ladakh.

Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Concerns

The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has issued a warning regarding the rapid spread of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD). WOAH, established in 1924 with its headquarters in Paris, France, focuses on animal diseases.

• World Health Organization (WHO) is headquartered in Geneva and focuses on human health.

• Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is based in Rome and works on food and agriculture-related issues.

• World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has its headquarters in Paris and focuses on animal health.

• UNICEF is headquartered in New York and works for children’s rights and welfare.

FMD, caused by a Picornaviridae virus, is a highly contagious viral disease of cloven-hoofed animals like cows. It spreads through direct contact, causing lesions, reduced milk, high fever, and sudden death. No specific vaccine or cure exists, and it's widespread globally.

Also Read:

• SSC Monthly Current Affairs
• SSC Weekly Current Affairs

India's First Water Neutral Railway Zone

The Kankariya Coaching Depot in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, has become India's first water-neutral railway depot. A water-neutral depot collects and processes all non-potable wastewater for reuse. Processed wastewater is used for cleaning coaches, followed by a fresh water rinse. This initiative recycles approximately 1.60 lakh liters of water per day, conserving fresh water resources significantly. Gujarat also hosts the Vantara project in Jamnagar, an animal rescue and rehabilitation center.

ISSF World Cup 2026

The ISSF (International Shooting Sport Federation) World Cup 2026 for pistol events was held in Granada, Spain. The ISSF headquarters are in Munich. India's mixed team, comprising Mukesh and Palak, won a Gold Medal and set a new record. The first ISSF World Cup was in 1986 in Mexico.

World Hemophilia Day

World Hemophilia Day is observed annually on April 17th. Its focus is to raise awareness about hemophilia, a genetic blood disorder that impairs the body's ability to make blood clots. The theme for 2024 was "Diagnosis: First Step to Care."

Road Safety Week and Project Sanjeevani

Road Safety Week is being celebrated from April 13 to 17. Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been appointed as the brand ambassador for road safety by Car24. Project Sanjeevani has been launched in Telangana to provide immediate resources and care at accident spots during the Golden Hour (the first hour after an accident), aiming to save lives. Actions include immediate ambulance arrival, stopping bleeding, and on-spot revival.

Asia's Richest Person & Global Rankings

Gautam Adani has surpassed Mukesh Ambani to become Asia's richest person, as per data released by Bloomberg. This rise is attributed to Adani Group's significant capital investments and diversification into long-term sectors like defense, ports, and airports. Mukesh Ambani's net worth is approximately $90.8 billion. Globally, Elon Musk remains the world's richest person, with Gautam Adani ranking 19th.

ICC Women's T20 Challenge Trophy 2026

ICC Women's T20 Challenge Trophy 2026 is hosted by Rwanda (capital: Kigali) in Africa. This T20 format tournament features five nations: Rwanda, Italy, Nepal, USA, and Vanuatu. The first match was between Rwanda vs. Italy. The tournament uses the Round Robin Method, where each team plays every other team twice. The tournament began on April 18 in Kigali. India is not participating.

Miss India World 2026

The 61st edition of the Miss India World 2026 pageant was held at the Kalinga Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Saadhvi Satish from Goa was crowned the winner, and Raj Nandini from Maharashtra was the first runner-up. Manika Vishwakarma, Miss India World 2025, crowned the winner. Saadhvi Satish will represent India at the upcoming Miss World pageant.