1. Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth to Become Vice Chief of Army Staff
What happened: Lt Gen Dheeraj Seth will assume charge as the Vice Chief of Army Staff on 1 April 2026.
Why important: This is a key leadership position in the Indian Army, responsible for operational readiness and modernization.
Exam Tip: Remember Vice Chief = Second highest post in Indian Army.
2. India Expands Digital Payment Infrastructure
What happened: The government is expanding the reach of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to rural and international markets.
Why important: UPI is becoming a global model for real-time digital payments.
Exam Tip: UPI developed by National Payments Corporation of India.
3. ISRO Advances Gaganyaan Mission
What happened: Indian Space Research Organisation conducted further testing for the Gaganyaan Mission.
Why important: India aims to send humans into space, joining elite space nations.
Exam Tip: Gaganyaan = India’s first human spaceflight mission.
4. India–Japan Strengthen Defence Cooperation
What happened: India and Japan held discussions to enhance joint military exercises and security ties.
Why important: Important for Indo-Pacific stability and countering regional threats.
Exam Tip: Remember exercises like Dharma Guardian (Army).
5. New Tiger Census Data Released
What happened: India released updated data showing stable growth in tiger population.
Why important: India hosts ~75% of the world’s tigers.
Exam Tip: Project Tiger launched in 1973.
6. Government Push for Green Hydrogen Mission
What happened: India accelerated implementation of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Why important: Key step toward reducing carbon emissions and achieving energy independence.
Exam Tip: Target: Make India a global hub for green hydrogen.
7. RBI Updates Digital Lending Guidelines
What happened: Reserve Bank of India tightened norms for digital lending platforms.
Why important: Protects consumers from fraud and ensures transparency.
Exam Tip: RBI = India’s central banking authority.
8. India Hosts Global AI Summit
What happened: India hosted an international summit on Artificial Intelligence collaboration.
Why important: Shows India’s growing role in global tech leadership.
Exam Tip: AI = Important topic for future economy & governance.
9. New Ramsar Site Added
What happened: India added another wetland to the Ramsar Convention list.
Why important: Boosts biodiversity conservation.
Exam Tip: Ramsar Convention signed in 1971 (Iran).
10. Indian Railways Introduces Hydrogen Train Initiative
What happened: Indian Railways is working on hydrogen-powered trains.
Why important: Eco-friendly transport and reduced pollution.
Exam Tip: Hydrogen trains = Zero carbon emission technology.
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.