Current Affairs Quiz - April 2026

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A 500 MW floating solar plant is being planned at Kariba Dam by Green Hybrid Power in partnership with Intensive Energy User Group. The dam is located on the Zambezi River at the Kariba Gorge, forming the boundary between Zambia and Zimbabwe. It is a double-curvature concrete arch dam, completed in 1959, and stands about 128 metres high. The dam plays a crucial role in power generation, supplying electricity to both Zambia and Zimbabwe. Its construction led to the creation of Lake Kariba, the world’s largest human-made lake by volume.

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At the 15th Conference of Parties (COP15) of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals, about 40 new species were added to the protected list category. The convention, also known as the Bonn Convention, is an environmental treaty under the United Nations Environment Programme. It provides a global framework for conservation and sustainable use of migratory animals and their habitats. The convention was signed in Bonn, Germany on 23 June 1979.

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Varkala, Kerala, has been included in the inaugural “20 Cities Towards Zero Waste” initiative. The initiative is led by the UN Secretary-General’s Advisory Board on Zero Waste with support from UN-Habitat and United Nations Environment Programme. It recognises cities that demonstrate innovative and ambitious efforts in waste reduction, circular economy practices, and sustainable urban development. The initiative aims to highlight leadership and innovation in managing waste effectively. It promotes the exchange of best practices and lessons among cities globally. It seeks to inspire other cities to adopt zero-waste strategies and accelerate sustainability transitions.

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Agray, an anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft, has been delivered to the Indian Navy. It is the fourth of eight ASW Shallow Water Crafts, aimed at strengthening coastal defence capabilities. The vessel is indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers. It is a reincarnation of the earlier INS Agray, a patrol vessel decommissioned in 2017. The ship has been constructed as per standards of the Indian Register of Shipping. It uses waterjet propulsion, making it among the largest Indian naval warships to use this technology. It is equipped with lightweight torpedoes, indigenous rocket launchers, and advanced shallow water SONAR systems for effective submarine detection.

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Navegaon Nagzira Tiger Reserve took control of its notified buffer area, strengthening conservation management. It is located in Maharashtra and forms part of the Central Indian Tiger Landscape, which supports nearly one-sixth of India’s tiger population. The reserve was declared in 2013 and is the fifth tiger reserve in Maharashtra. It comprises multiple protected areas, including Nawegaon National Park, Nawegaon Wildlife Sanctuary, Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary, New Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary, and Koka Wildlife Sanctuary.

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INS Dunagiri has been delivered to the Indian Navy as part of ongoing naval modernisation. It is the fifth ship of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) stealth frigates. The ship was designed by the Warship Design Bureau and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilding and Engineers. It is a reincarnation of the earlier INS Dunagiri, a Leander-class frigate that previously served in the Indian Navy. The vessel uses Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion, integrating a diesel engine and gas turbine driving controllable pitch propellers (CPP). It is equipped with a modern Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) for efficient onboard operations.

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Hyderabad hosted the inaugural World Buddhist Peace Conference 2026, bringing together ministers, monks, scholars, and delegates from over 20 countries. It aims to advance dialogue on peace, reconciliation, and ethical leadership. The event is part of a global initiative to position Telangana as a centre for Buddhist heritage diplomacy and peace-building. The summit focused on Buddhist approaches to conflict resolution, reconciliation, and healing.

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Pramod Bhagat won 1 gold and 2 silver medals at the Spanish Para Badminton International 2026 – Level 1. He secured gold in mixed doubles with Manisha Ramdass. He won silver in men’s singles after losing to Nitesh Kumar. Another silver came in men’s doubles with Sukant Kadam.

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National Assessment and Accreditation Council has not granted fresh accreditation to any university or college in the current academic year, raising concerns about the accreditation process. NAAC was established in 1994 as an autonomous institution under the University Grants Commission. Its primary objective is to assess and enhance the quality of higher education institutions (HEIs) through a structured accreditation process. It evaluates institutions such as colleges, universities, and other recognised bodies to determine their overall quality status.

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Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) has been integrated with the e-Shram Portal to provide skilling opportunities to registered workers across all States. Through this integration, e-Shram beneficiaries can directly access training courses and upskilling programmes available on SIDH. SIDH enables issuance of digitally verifiable and tamper-proof credentials, improving trust, portability, and recognition of skills. The platform is integrated with Bhashini, allowing translation into 22 regional languages, promoting inclusivity.