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Daily Current Affairs: 10 May 2026

Daily current affairs for 10 May 2026 with exam-focused key facts, connected news context, and revision notes for UPSC, SSC, banking and government exams.

Editorial note for exam revision Last updated: 10 May 2026. This briefing is structured for current affairs revision, with key updates and related coverage links to help readers connect recurring topics across days.

Today at a glance

Top current affairs to revise

  1. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) asks states to shift GSDP base year to 2022-23
  2. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Approves Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (KMBL) to Acquire 9.99% Stake in AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB) and Federal Bank
  3. Jharkhand Achieves Zero Primary Dropout Rate in 2024-25
  4. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U 2.0): Odisha Leads in Housing Completions
  5. Census of India 2026-27: First Digital Census and QR-Enabled Enumerator Verification
  6. Second Regional Conference on Cooperative Reforms to expand cooperative movement in North-East

Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) asks states to shift GSDP base year to 2022-23

Key Updates:

  • The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released guidelines for compiling Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) with the base year 2022-23.
  • MoSPI revised the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) base year to 2022-23 from the previous base year of 2011-12.
  • The guidelines prioritise greater data integration by incorporating administrative records, sectoral databases, and survey inputs to improve the reliability of GSDP and Gross State Value Added (GSVA) estimates.
  • Currently, 34 states and Union Territories compile GSDP estimates using the 2011-12 base year, excluding Lakshadweep and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
  • A sub-committee on regional accounts, chaired by former Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad professor Ravindra H Dholakia, was constituted under the Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics to facilitate the transition.

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Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Approves Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (KMBL) to Acquire 9.99% Stake in AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB) and Federal Bank

Key Updates:

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted approval to Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (KMBL) to acquire an aggregate holding of up to 9.99 per cent in AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB).
  • KMBL also received the RBI nod to acquire up to 9.99 per cent of the paid-up share capital or voting rights in Federal Bank.
  • The approval letters from the RBI regarding these acquisitions were received by both AU SFB and Federal Bank on 6 May 2026.
  • The Kotak Mahindra Group, comprising KMBL and its subsidiaries, is authorised to hold these stakes through their managed funds and schemes.
  • Following the announcement, shares of AU SFB traded at ₹1,034.60, Federal Bank at ₹297.40, and KMBL at ₹380.40 on the BSE.

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Jharkhand Achieves Zero Primary Dropout Rate in 2024-25

Key Updates:

  • Jharkhand recorded a 0% primary dropout rate in 2024-25 according to data from the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) and a NITI Aayog report released on 8 May 2026.
  • The primary dropout rate fell from 6.41% in 2014-15 and above 11% in 2022-23 to zero for both boys and girls.
  • The upper primary dropout rate declined from 7.42% in 2014-15 to 1.7% in 2024-25, while the secondary dropout rate reduced from 23.2% to 3.5% during the same period.
  • Jharkhand ranked fourth nationally in reducing secondary school dropouts.
  • Primary Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) declined from 109.2% in 2014-15 to 92.5% in 2024-25, while secondary GER improved from 66.05% to 72%.

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Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U 2.0): Odisha Leads in Housing Completions

Key Updates:

  • Odisha has maintained the top national ranking for completed houses under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U 2.0) since March 2025.
  • The state of Odisha has delivered 2,008 affordable urban homes as of the latest reporting period.
  • The PMAY-U 2.0 scheme is central to the national target of ensuring Housing for All by 2028.
  • Progress under the scheme aims to catalyse credit flows through the National Housing Bank (NHB) and create demand for affordable-housing bonds.
  • The central government monitors subsidy disbursement patterns under the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) as part of the programme.

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Census of India 2026-27: First Digital Census and QR-Enabled Enumerator Verification

Key Updates:

  • The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is conducting the first digital Census of India, which includes the first-ever enumeration of caste and a self-enumeration option.
  • Lalit Jain, the Director of Census Operations (DCO) for Haryana, stated that enumerators have been issued identity cards with Quick Response (QR) codes to allow residents to verify their authenticity.
  • According to Section 8(2) of the Census Act, 1948, every resident is legally bound to answer Census-related questions to the best of their knowledge or belief.
  • The first phase of the Census commenced on 1 April 2026 and is scheduled to conclude by 30 September 2026, while the second phase for Population Enumeration is set for February 2027.
  • Door-to-door visits are currently under way in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Delhi (NDMC and Delhi Cantonment Board areas), Goa, Haryana, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram, Odisha, Sikkim, and Uttarakhand.

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Second Regional Conference on Cooperative Reforms to expand cooperative movement in North-East

Key Updates:

  • The Ministry of Cooperation organised the Second Regional Conference on Cooperative Reforms in Aizawl, Mizoram, to advance the "Sahkar se Samriddhi" vision.
  • The conference included representatives from all North-Eastern states: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, and Sikkim.
  • Participating national institutions included the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED), National Cooperative Consumers' Federation of India (NCCF), National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), and North Eastern Development Finance Corporation (NEDFi).
  • The Ministry is working to standardise technology platforms across nearly 1,500 urban cooperative banks nationwide to improve efficiency and lower operational costs.
  • Under the World's Largest Grain Storage Plan, the Ministry is collaborating with the Food Corporation of India (FCI) to streamline storage and improve Public Distribution System efficiency.
  • The "Bharat Organics" initiative was highlighted to support branding, packaging, and export facilitation for farmers and cooperatives.
  • The North Eastern Development Finance Corporation (NEDFi) has been sanctioned a project to conduct a detailed study on cooperative sector revival in three North-Eastern states.

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Samriddh Gram Initiative nominated for WSIS Prizes 2026 (End of April)

The Samriddh Gram: Integrated Phygital Service Delivery Model is enabled by BharatNet, an initiative of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). The initiative has been nominated for the World Summit on the…

Jan Suraksha Schemes reach 94.5 Crore Cumulative Enrolments on 11th Anniversary

Key Updates:

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched three Jan Suraksha Schemes—Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY)—on May 9, 2015.
  • The cumulative enrolments under these three social security schemes reached 94.5 crore as of April 30, 2026, marking their 11th anniversary.
  • PMJJBY recorded more than 27.43 crore enrolments and settled claims worth over ₹21,500 crore for more than 10.7 lakh families.
  • PMSBY achieved over 58.09 crore enrolments and settled claims amounting to nearly ₹3,660 crore for over 1.84 lakh families.
  • APY saw more than 9.04 crore individuals enrolling in the scheme to receive pension support as of April 30, 2026.

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School Education System in India Policy Report: 13 Recommendations and 125 Performance Indicators

Key Updates:

  • National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) released a policy report titled School Education System in India: Temporal Analysis and Policy Roadmap for Quality Enhancement.
  • The report presents a decade-long analysis of the Indian school education system across parameters including access, enrolment, infrastructure, equity, inclusion, and learning outcomes.
  • It provides a roadmap consisting of 13 recommendations, comprising eight systemic and five academic reforms focused on composite schools and evidence-based rationalisation.
  • The policy document outlines 33 implementation pathways structured across short, medium, and long-term horizons with identified actors at Central, State, and local levels.
  • It includes over 125 measurable Performance Success Indicators to track progress and features case studies of good practices from Central, State, and District levels.

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CM Shri Schools project launched across Delhi (Mid of February)

Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the first CM Shri School at Sarojini Nagar on 17 February 2026. Foundation stones for 75 CM Shri School projects across Delhi…

India advances BRICS MSME cooperation agenda under its 2026 chairship

Key Updates:

  • India has initiated a renewed agenda for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) cooperation under its 2026 chairship of BRICS.
  • The Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is tasked with organising three Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Working Group meetings and the inaugural BRICS MSME Forum under the BRICS Partnership on the New Industrial Revolution (PartNIR).
  • The first SME Working Group meeting was conducted virtually on April 24 with the theme of Access to Finance for MSMEs.
  • The meeting focused on bridging the MSME credit gap through financial inclusion, financial literacy, credit readiness, and fintech-driven ecosystems.
  • Delegates from all BRICS member countries participated in the discussions to share policy approaches and best practices for enhancing institutional capacities.

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India to host 4th India-Africa Forum Summit on May 31 (Start of May)

India will host the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit on May 31, marking the first such event in a decade. The theme of the summit is 'India Africa Strategic Partnership for Innovation, Resilience and Inclusive…

India Hosts 35th ISO Technical Committee Meeting on Space Systems in New Delhi

Key Updates:

  • The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is hosting the 35th Plenary and Working Groups meetings of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 20/Subcommittee 14 in New Delhi.
  • The subcommittee is responsible for developing global standards for Space Systems and Operations, including design, manufacturing, launch, and orbital management.
  • Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare highlighted that policy reforms and the creation of the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) have advanced private sector participation.
  • The meeting focuses on critical industry challenges such as space debris mitigation, orbital congestion, and the long-term sustainability of outer space activities.
  • Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) Chairman Pawan Goenka stated that robust international standards are essential for driving innovation and integrating India into the global space economy.

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Indian Air Force and MBDA ink agreement to localise MICA missile sustainment on 06 May 2026

Key Updates:

  • The Indian Air Force (IAF) signed an agreement with European defence major MBDA to establish a domestic Maintenance, Repair and Mid-Life Overhaul (MRO) facility for MICA air-to-air missiles.
  • The MRO facility will be set up, operated, and maintained by the IAF, with MBDA supplying industrial machinery, tools, data packages, training, and technical support.
  • The MICA is a short-to-medium range air-to-air missile used on Rafale fighter aircraft for both beyond-visual-range and close-combat engagements, with a strike range of 60-80 km.
  • The MICA missile system includes both active radar-guided and infrared-guided variants to engage multiple aerial threats in diverse combat environments.
  • MBDA also supplies the Meteor beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM) for the Rafale, which features a ramjet propulsion system and a strike range exceeding 150 km.

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DRDO Chairman Dr Samir V Kamat inaugurates CBRN training centre in Delhi

Key Updates:

  • Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development (R&D) and Chairman of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), inaugurated a Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) field training and demonstration centre.
  • The facility was established at the Burari plains in Delhi on May 6, 2026, to strengthen preparedness for radiological and nuclear emergencies.
  • Developed as a DRDO CBRN Centre of Excellence, the site features a dedicated radiological and nuclear test bed, a heavy ion research facility, and units for emergency medical response.
  • The centre operates under the Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS) and will provide training to personnel from the Ministry of Defence (MoD), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
  • The event was attended by Director General (DG) Soldier Support System Dr Upendra Kumar Singh, DG Production Coordination and Services Interaction Dr Chandrika Kaushik, and DG Resource and Management Dr Ravindra Singh.

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Maritime India Foundation signs MoUs with IITs and IMU to establish Maritime Innovation Hubs

Key Updates:

  • The Maritime India Foundation, acting as the implementing agency for the Sagarmala Startup Innovation Initiative under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to establish Maritime Innovation Hubs (MIHs).
  • The MoUs were formalised with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), and the Indian Maritime University (IMU Chennai) at the Chennai Port Authority.
  • A subsequent agreement is scheduled to be signed with the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) to complete the establishment of the fourth innovation hub.
  • The initiative enters an execution phase to onboard and mentor 36 startups selected to work on 40 innovation projects addressing critical operational challenges in the Indian maritime sector.
  • The programme aims to drive the modernisation of the sector through indigenous technology solutions in alignment with the national mandates of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India.

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Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) Partner to Strengthen Research and Development (R&D) Ecosystem

Key Updates:

  • The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) to bolster the national research and development ecosystem.
  • The collaboration aims to bridge gaps between industry, academia, and research institutions while promoting the translation and commercialisation of research and supporting policy dialogue.
  • Ajay Kumar Sood, the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Indian government, emphasised the need for technology diffusion to generate new ideas, products, and processes across various sectors.
  • The partnership identifies high-tech priority areas for scaling, specifically focusing on solar energy and green batteries to drive technological advancement.
  • The initiative leverages the government-enabled Research Development and Innovation (RDI) fund to support industries and startups in conducting deep tech research and technology development.

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O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) becomes first Indian Institution of Eminence accredited by Data Science Council of America (DASCA)

Key Updates:

  • O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), located in Sonipat, Haryana, is the first Institution of Eminence in India to be accredited by the Data Science Council of America (DASCA).
  • The accreditation was awarded under the World Data Science & AI Initiative (WDSAI), a global platform led by DASCA that supports universities in adopting internationally benchmarked standards.
  • The accreditation is valid through 2031 and covers residential, non-residential, and online delivery formats.
  • The DASCA Professional Certification Board (DPCB) and the Ethics Control Council (ECC) ensure the rigor and ethical standards of the accredited programmes.
  • Seven JGU programmes aligned with DASCA standards include: M.Sc. in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, B.A. in AI & Law, BBA (Hons.) Business Analytics, M.Des. (AI-powered UX), MBA in Business Analytics, MBA in Business and Law, and MBA in AI for Business.

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Pixxel Secures US National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Contract for Hyperspectral Data Integration

Key Updates:

  • US-India-based space technology company Pixxel secured a contract from the US National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) under the Strategic Commercial Enhancements Commercial Solutions Opening programme.
  • The contract focuses on integrating emerging hyperspectral data into the remote sensing architecture of the NRO.
  • Pixxel utilised its Firefly constellation to demonstrate the utility of hyperspectral imagery (HSI) to characterise materials, conditions, and activities.
  • The Firefly constellation comprises six satellites launched in 2025 designed for high-resolution, high-frequency hyperspectral imaging on a global scale.
  • Founded in 2019 by Awais Ahmed and Kshitij Khandelwal, Pixxel raised a total of USD 95 million across all funding rounds as of 2024.

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ISRO and ESA sign new Earth observation cooperation pact (Start of March)

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the European Space Agency (ESA) signed the 'ESA–ISRO Arrangement concerning Joint Calibration and Validation Activities and Scientific Studies for Earth Observation…

National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2024 report released

Key Updates:

  • The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) released the latest crime statistics for India on Wednesday.
  • India recorded 58.85 lakh crimes in 2024, representing a six per cent decline from the 62.41 lakh cases reported in 2023.
  • The national crime rate per lakh population decreased from 448.3 in 2023 to 418.9 in 2024.
  • The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) was introduced in 2023 as the legislation replacing the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
  • Crimes against Scheduled Tribes (STs) declined by 23.1 per cent to 9,966 cases, while crimes against Scheduled Castes (SCs) fell by 3.6 per cent to 55,698 cases in 2024.

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National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) Report 2024 (Start of May)

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data for 2024 reveals that Delhi recorded 2,905 suicides, the highest among 53 Indian cities. Bengaluru reported the second-highest number of suicides at 2,403 with a rate of 16.7…

Project VARTAK 66th Raising Day observed on 7 May

Key Updates:

  • Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Project VARTAK celebrated its 66th Raising Day at Tezpur in Assam.
  • Project VARTAK was originally raised as Project Tusker on 7 May 1960 and holds the distinction of being the first project of the BRO.
  • The project was rechristened as Project VARTAK in 1963 and historically improved the Bhalukpong-Tenga-Tawang axis connecting Bomdila with Sela.
  • It currently manages a 2066.90 km road network through task forces at Tenga, Sapper Camp, and Khirmu in the districts of Sonitpur, West Kameng, and Tawang.
  • The project maintains strategic passes and locations including Womingla, Bumla, Yangtse, Nagula, Y Junction, Klemta, Lungro GG, Monkey Pass, Lungar, Dhaula, and Assam Hill.

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Suvendu Adhikari Sworn in as Chief Minister of West Bengal

Key Updates:

  • Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as the Chief Minister of West Bengal on 9 May 2026.
  • Adhikari is the first leader from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to hold the Chief Minister's post in West Bengal.
  • The swearing-in ceremony was administered by the Governor at the Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata.
  • The BJP secured 207 seats in the 294-member Assembly.
  • The ministers sworn in for the cabinet include Dilip Ghosh, Agnimitra Paul, Ashok Kirtonia, Kshudiram Tudu, and Nisith Pramanik.
  • Adhikari defeated Mamata Banerjee in the Bhabanipur constituency by a margin of over 15,000 votes and retained the Nandigram seat.

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Suvendu Adhikari Appointed as West Bengal Chief Minister (Start of May)

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced Suvendu Adhikari as the first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Minister of West Bengal. The announcement followed the victory of the BJP in the West Bengal assembly elections.

Assembly Election Results 2026 (Start of May)

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) crossed the magic number of 148 seats in West Bengal, where Suvendu Adhikari defeated Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee in the Bhabanipur constituency by 15,105 votes. In Assam, the National…

Himanta Biswa Sarma Resigns as Chief Minister (CM) of Assam (Start of May)

Himanta Biswa Sarma submitted his resignation as the CM to Governor Laxman Acharya at Lok Bhawan following the formal notification of the Assam Assembly Elections 2026 results. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA)…

Justice Ramachandra D Huddar Appointed Chairperson of Admissions Overseeing Committee

Key Updates:

  • Retired High Court judge Justice Ramachandra D Huddar has been appointed as the chairperson of the Admissions Overseeing Committee for professional courses in Karnataka.
  • A notification confirming the appointment was issued on April 28.
  • The post of chairperson had been vacant for more than one-and-a-half years after the previous chairperson's term ended in October 2024.
  • The appointment was made in accordance with the provisions of the Karnataka Professional Educational Institutions Regulation of Admissions and Determination of Fee Act, 2006.
  • The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) had been receiving complaints against private medical, engineering, and nursing colleges regarding the charging of excessive fees.

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Rajya Sabha reconstitutes panel of Vice‑Chairpersons (Mid of April)

The Rajya Sabha reconstituted its panel of vice‑chairpersons on Thursday, with effect from 15 April. Six members were nominated to the panel: Dinesh Sharma, S Phangnon Konyak and Ghanshyam Tiwari of the Bharatiya Janata…

Supreme Court (SC) Proposes Permanent Woman Vice-President Post in Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA)

Key Updates:

  • The Supreme Court (SC) has proposed the creation of a permanent vice-president post reserved for women in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) from 2027 onwards.
  • For the 2026-27 SCBA elections, the post of secretary remains reserved for women members.
  • Current reservations in the SCBA include the post of secretary, two posts in the senior executive committee, and three posts in the executive committee for women.
  • The directions were issued by a bench comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice K V Viswanathan.
  • The SC has introduced 33% reservation for women in bar associations, including the SCBA, Delhi High Court Bar Association, and district bar associations in Delhi, and 30% reservation in bar councils.

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International Day of Women Judges observed on 10 March (Mid of March)

International Day of Women Judges is observed on 10 March every year. The day was established by the United Nations (UN) to promote the full and equal participation of women at all levels of the judiciary.

Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan appointed Chief of the Naval Staff

Key Updates:

  • Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan was appointed as the Chief of the Naval Staff by the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
  • Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, the current Chief of the Naval Staff, will retire from service on May 31, 2026.
  • He is a recipient of the Param Vishisht Seva Medal, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal, and Vishisht Seva Medal.
  • He has held command of the missile vessels INS Vidyut and Vinash, the missile corvette INS Kulish, the guided missile destroyer INS Mysore, and the aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya.
  • His academic qualifications include a BSc from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), an MSc from Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), an MA from King's College London, and an MPhil and PhD from Mumbai University.

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Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani Appointed Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)

Key Updates:

  • Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani (Retd) was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs.
  • He will assume charge after the current CDS, General Anil Chauhan, completes his tenure on May 30, 2026.
  • He has served as the Military Adviser in the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) since September 2025.
  • He previously served as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff from July 2024 to July 2025 and as the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Command from March 2023 to June 2024.
  • He commanded 16 Garhwal Rifles in Assam under Operation Rhino, 168 Infantry Brigade in Jammu & Kashmir, 17 Mountain Division in the Central Sector, and 2 Corps on the Western Front.
  • His staff and instructional appointments include Brigade Major of a Mountain Brigade, Defence Attaché in Kazakhstan, Colonel General Staff (Operations) at Eastern Command, Deputy Director General of Military Intelligence, Chief Instructor (Army) at Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, and Chief of Staff of Northern Command.
  • He has been decorated with the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Sena Medal (SM), and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM).

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Vishvajit Sahay assumes charge as Defence Finance Secretary (Start of May)

Vishvajit Sahay, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), assumed charge as Secretary (Defence Finance) in the Ministry of Defence on 1 May 2026. Prior to this appointment, he served as the…

Priyanka Mittal Appointed Co-Chair of Saudi-India Business Council (SIBC)

Key Updates:

  • Priyanka Mittal, Director of KRBL Limited, has been appointed as Co-Chair of the Indian side of the Saudi-India Business Council (SIBC) by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
  • Dr. Siddeek Ahmed, Chairman of Eram Holdings, has been nominated as Chair of the Indian side of the SIBC.
  • The SIBC is a bilateral platform jointly established by FICCI and the Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC).
  • The SIBC aims to strengthen economic cooperation, enhance trade relations, and facilitate investment opportunities between India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • KRBL Limited is the parent company of India Gate, which is recognised as the World's No.1 basmati rice brand.

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Mohan Singh Dies Former Indian Footballer

Key Updates:

  • Former Indian football midfielder Mohan Singh died on May 7 at the age of 78, with the All India Football Federation (AIFF) paying tribute to his contributions.
  • He made his senior national team debut against Burma in Rangoon during the 1972 Pre-Olympic Tournament and earned three international caps.
  • He represented Bengal in the 1972 Santosh Trophy, where he scored twice and helped the team win the title.
  • During his spells with East Bengal in 1972 and 1975, he won the Calcutta Football League, IFA Shield, Durand Cup, Rovers Cup, and Bordoloi Trophy.
  • He played for Mohun Bagan in 1973 and 1974, winning the Durand Cup in 1974, and represented Mohammedan Sporting Club in 1976.

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Raghu Rai, Renowned Photographer, Dies at 83 (End of April)

Raghu Rai, a renowned photographer and photojournalist, passed away in Delhi at the age of 83 after suffering from cancer. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1972.