World Health Day 2026
Why in News:
On World Health Day 2026 (7 April), experts emphasized the need for a One Health approach to strengthen pandemic preparedness and equitable healthcare access.
About World Health Day
Theme 2026
• “Together for health. Stand with science”
Global Initiatives
– Hosted by France
– Promotes multilateral cooperation
– Participation of 800 institutions from 80+ countries
What is One Health Approach?
– Humans
– Animals
– Environment
– Human, animal, and ecosystem health are interconnected
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Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) Achieves Criticality
NATIONAL
Why in News:
The indigenously developed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam has attained criticality, marking a major milestone in India’s nuclear energy programme.
Key Highlights
• Criticality means the reactor has achieved a self-sustaining nuclear chain reaction
• Indicates the reactor core is functioning as designed
• Next step: Progress toward power generation phase
India’s 3-Stage Nuclear Programme
About:
– Limited uranium
– Abundant thorium resources
Stage 1: Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs)
Stage 2: Fast Breeder Reactors (FBRs)
– U-238 → Plutonium (fissile material)
Stage 3: Thorium-Based Reactors
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Clean Energy Expansion in India
NATIONAL
Why in News:
India is witnessing rapid expansion in clean energy, with non-fossil sources now forming the majority of installed power capacity (Jan 2026).
Key Highlights
• Current Capacity (Jan 2026):
– Total installed capacity: ~520.5 GW
– Non-fossil fuel: ~272 GW (majority)
– Fossil fuel: ~248.5 GW
• Global Rankings (2025):
– 3rd in solar power globally
– 4th in wind energy
– 4th in total renewable energy capacity
• Milestone Projects:
– Modhera: India’s first 24×7 solar-powered village
– Omkareshwar: Largest floating solar park in India
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Artemis II Sets New Space Distance Record
Why in News:
NASA’s Artemis II Mission has set a new record for the farthest distance travelled by humans in space, surpassing the milestone of Apollo 13 mission.
Key Highlights
• Crew travelled beyond 248,655 miles from Earth
• Achieved a maximum distance of ~252,756 miles
• Marks the farthest human travel in space history
About Artemis II Mission
Mission Features
– Free-return lunar flyby (go around Moon and return using gravity)
– 3 astronauts from NASA
– 1 astronaut from Canadian Space Agency
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Chetak Screen Awards 2026
NATIONAL
Why in News:
The Chetak Screen Awards 2026 celebrated outstanding achievements in Indian cinema at a grand ceremony in New Delhi.
Key Highlights
• Dhurandhar emerged as the biggest winner, securing 14 awards
• The event recognised top performances across various film categories
Top Award Winners
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Project Chetak (BRO) – 47th Raising Day
NATIONAL
Why in News:
Border Roads Organisation’s Project Chetak celebrated its 47th Raising Day in Bikaner, highlighting its role in strengthening border infrastructure.
Key Highlights
• Established in 1980
• Celebrated 47th Raising Day (2026)
• Event held in Bikaner
• Focuses on construction and maintenance of strategic roads
About Project Chetak
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‘Kar Saathi’ Platform Launched
NATIONAL
Why in News:
The Income Tax Department has launched a new platform ‘Kar Saathi’ to simplify tax filing and enhance user experience.
Key Highlights
• Introduces an AI-powered assistant for taxpayers
• Provides 24×7 guidance and support
• Aims to make tax filing easier and more user-friendly
• Helps in query resolution, compliance, and navigation of tax processes
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Sadhana Saptah 2026
NATIONAL
Why in News:
India has launched Sadhana Saptah 2026, a nationwide initiative focused on citizen-centric governance and capacity building in civil services, to be observed from 2–8 April 2026.
Key Highlights
• A week-long programme involving multiple government ministries and departments
• Focus on improving governance delivery and administrative efficiency
• Encourages best practices, innovation, and skill enhancement in civil services
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Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY)
NATIONAL
What is PMMY?
Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana is a government scheme that provides loans up to ₹20 lakh to small and micro businesses, especially in non-corporate, non-farm sectors like shops, services, and rural enterprises.
• Main aim: “Fund the Unfunded” (support those without access to formal credit)
Importance of MSMEs in India
Key Features of PMMY
Loan Categories
• Shishu: Up to ₹50,000
• Kishor: ₹50,000 – ₹5 lakh
• Tarun: ₹5 lakh – ₹10 lakh
• Tarun Plus: ₹10 lakh – ₹20 lakh
Loan Characteristics
– Manufacturing
– Trading
– Service sector
– Dairy
– Poultry
– Beekeeping
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BIHAR NEWS
Hemophilia and Thalassemia Day-Care Centres in Bihar
BIHAR SPECIAL
Why in News:
Bihar government is setting up special day-care centres for Hemophilia and Thalassemia patients in major government hospitals.
Key Highlights:
• Centres will be established in 6 major hospitals of Bihar
• Objective: Expand access to treatment and strengthen public health infrastructure
Locations include:
About Diseases:
• Hemophilia: A rare genetic disorder where blood does not clot properly due to lack of clotting factors, causing prolonged bleeding
• Thalassemia: A genetic blood disorder where the body produces insufficient hemoglobin, affecting oxygen transport
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