Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA)
Source: News on Air Context: The operationalization of the Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) by SEBI is a landmark move to curb “performance puffery” in the Indian financial markets. By creating an independent auditor for…
Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs)
Source: News on Air Context: The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) finalization of lending norms for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) marks a significant regulatory milestone aimed at strengthening the cooperative banking sector. By providing a clear,…
PRAVAAH Portal
Context: The RBI’s introduction of the Type I Deregistration Framework and the PRAVAAH Portal represents a strategic shift toward “proportional regulation.” By allowing small, private investment vehicles to exit the regulatory net, the RBI is…
E-PRAAPTI
Context: The launch of E-PRAAPTI by the EPFO is a major step toward financial inclusion and digital transparency. By using Aadhaar as a “universal key,” the portal aims to unlock billions of rupees currently sitting idle in the…
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) Launches SHG Savings Account
Source: PIB Context: The launch of the Self Help Group (SHG) Savings Account by the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) is a strategic move to deepen financial inclusion in rural India. By removing the traditional hurdles of paperwork, high fees, and…
Current Affairs For Examinations (CAFE) 2026
May 01&02, 2026 Explore the latest current affairs of 2026 with daily updates covering important developments from India and across the world. This section provides concise and reliable news on national events, international…
Current Affairs For Examinations (CAFE) 2026
April 29 2026 Explore the latest current affairs of 2026 with daily updates covering important developments from India and across the world. This section provides concise and reliable news on national events, international relations, economy,…
One Liner Current Affairs
April 29, 2026 S. No. Topic/Event Key Highlights 1 Reserve Bank of India NBFC Approval Granted NBFC licence to MobiKwik to expand lending (BNPL, MSME, personal loans). 2 UNESCO Geoparks Expansion Added 12 new sites; total Global Geoparks increased to 241…
Asia’s First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion
Source: TH The establishment of Asia’s First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU) in Pune marks a milestone in India’s journey toward Women-Led Development. Launched on April 24, 2026, this chair…
The 17th Petersberg Climate Dialogue
Source: DTE Context: The 17th Petersberg Climate Dialogue, held in Berlin on April 21–22, 2026, served as a high-stakes diplomatic bridge to COP31. Taking place against the backdrop of a severe energy crisis triggered by Middle East tensions…