Current Affairs for Competitive Exams: 02 April 2026, Daily Roundup

Current Affairs for Competitive Exams: 02 April 2026, Daily Roundup

Current Affairs- 02 April 2026

The West Asia conflict continued to disrupt global stability, while India advanced digital governance, defence preparedness, and energy reforms.

National

• Digital Census Progress: Digital Census 2027 gained momentum, with 55,000 households across 8 States/UTs using the self-enumeration portal on Day 1.

• Amaravati Declared Sole Capital: Lok Sabha passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, legally establishing Amaravati as the sole capital, ending the multi-capital model.

• PNG Drive 2.0 Extended: The government extended PNG Drive 2.0 till June 2026 to promote PNG adoption and reduce dependence on subsidised LPG.

• Karmayogi Sadhna Saptah: PM Narendra Modi launched a week-long capacity-building programme for civil servants, emphasising ease of living and citizen-centric governance.

International Affairs

• India Condemns Peacekeeper Attack: India condemned the killing of three Indonesian UN peacekeepers in South Lebanon, calling for accountability; 600+ Indian troops serve under UNIFIL.

• UK Distances from Conflict: UK PM Keir Starmer distanced Britain from the war, describing it as “not our war”, amid criticism from the US.

• Mongolia Leadership: Uchral-Nyam-Osor elected as the new Prime Minister of Mongolia.

Global Geopolitical Crisis

• US Signals War Progress: US President Donald Trump stated campaign objectives in Iran are nearing completion and urged nations to secure access through the Strait of Hormuz.

• Gulf Infrastructure Targeted: Airstrikes triggered alarms at aluminium plants and water facilities across Gulf nations.

Defence

• Indian Navy Energy Escort: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured safe naval escort for Indian energy tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.

• CAPF Bill Passed: Rajya Sabha passed the Central Armed Police Forces Bill, 2026, streamlining recruitment and deputation procedures.

Science & Technology

• Dengue Vaccine Clearance: India’s indigenous dengue vaccine Qdenga (TAK-003) cleared by DCGI panel for ages 4–60 years.

• Deep-Sea Repository: Bhavasagara Referral Centre designated as India’s National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna.

• Artemis II Mission: NASA successfully launched Artemis II, a crewed Moon-orbit mission carrying four astronauts. Commander Reid Wiseman (NASA), Pilot Victor Glover (NASA), Mission Specialist Christina Koch (NASA), and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen (Canadian Space Agency)

Sports

• AFC Women’s Asian Cup: India’s U20 women’s football team lost 6–0 to Japan in the opening match in Thailand.

• ASF Awards 2025: Anahat Singh (U-19 girls) and Abhay Singh (men) named Asian Squash Federation Players of the Year.

• Skytrax Airport Awards: Singapore Changi Airport ranked World’s Best Airport; Delhi IGI Airport ranked 28th globally and best in India/South Asia.

• Sunil Narine Record: Sunil Narine became IPL’s most capped overseas player, surpassing Kieron Pollard.

Global Observance

• World Autism Awareness Day: Observed globally to promote acceptance, support, and inclusion for individuals with autism.

Miscellaneous One-Liners Current Affairs

• Bihar: Maize production expected to reach record levels.
• Gujarat: PM inaugurated Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar, dedicated to Jain heritage.
• Andhra Pradesh: CM N. Chandrababu Naidu launched free electricity scheme for handloom and powerloom weavers.
• Fuel Prices: Commercial LPG cylinder price increased by ₹195.5 across metros.
• Tamil Nadu: Sandeep Rai Rathore appointed to oversee law and order ahead of elections.
• DGCA Appointment: Vir Vikram Yadav appointed Director General of DGCA.