1. India–Austria Agreements
What happened: India and Austria signed 12+ agreements covering defence, counterterrorism, and technology during Austrian Chancellor’s visit to India.
Why important:
- Strengthens India’s ties with Europe
- Focus on security + innovation cooperation
- Important for global peace discussions (Ukraine, West Asia)
Exam Tip: 👉 Remember: Austria visit after 42 years + defence & tech cooperation
📰 2. South Korean President Visit to India
What happened: South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will visit India from 19–24 April 2026 and meet PM Narendra Modi.
Why important:
- Focus on AI, shipbuilding, defence cooperation
- Boost to India’s manufacturing & supply chains
- Big companies like Samsung & Hyundai involved
Exam Tip: 👉 First South Korean presidential visit to India in 8 years
📰 3. India Inflation Update (March 2026)
What happened: India’s retail inflation increased to 3.4% (March 2026) from 3.21% in February.
Why important:
- Still within RBI’s safe range
- Rising food prices + global tensions impact
- Future inflation risk due to oil prices
Exam Tip: 👉 Key number: 3.4% CPI inflation (March 2026)
📰 4. Varanasi Guinness Record
What happened: Varanasi created a Guinness World Record by planting 2.5 lakh+ saplings in 1 hour.
Why important:
- Promotes environmental awareness
- Massive plantation drive
Exam Tip: 👉 Largest plantation drive in 1 hour
📰 5. Bharat Steel 2026 Summit
What happened: India is hosting Bharat Steel 2026 Summit in New Delhi.
Why important:
- Focus on next-gen steel ecosystem
- Participation from global leaders
Exam Tip: 👉 Sector: Steel + technology + mining
📰 6. New Income Tax System (India)
What happened: The New Income Tax Act 2025 will be implemented from April 2026.
Why important:
- Simplifies tax system
- New rules & forms expected
Exam Tip: 👉 लागू: April 2026
📰 7. India–Japan SDG Cooperation
What happened: NITI Aayog and JICA signed agreement for SDG cooperation (Phase 2).
Why important:
- Focus on sustainable development
- Strengthens India–Japan partnership
Exam Tip: 👉 Keywords: SDGs + Japan + Phase 2
Final Note for Students
Revise these points daily, practice multiple-choice questions weekly, and discuss current affairs aloud to improve confidence for written exams as well as interviews.