Current Affairs 2026
Current Affairs for 2026, Latest Current Affairs 2026
Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as the first BJP Chief Minister of Bengal [09-May-2026]
Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the Chief Minister of the first BJP-ruled West Bengal government, along with four other members of the state Council of Ministers led by him. The other five members of the state Council of Ministers who were sworn in on Saturday include the former national vice-president and former state president of the BJP in West Bengal, Dilip Ghosh, fashion-designer-turned politician and two-time BJP legislator, Agnimitra Paul, former BJP Lok Sabha member and the former Union Minister of state for Home, Nisith Pramanik, Ashok Kirtania and Khudiram Tudu. Meanwhile, the Trinamool Congress, as the principal Opposition party in the House this time, is yet to announce the name of the Leader of the Opposition, the chair held by Adhikari from 2021 to 2026.
Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff [09-May-2026]
The Government appointed Lieutenant General NS Raja Subramani (Retd) as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary to the Government of India, Department of Military Affairs. He will take charge after the present CDS, General Anil Chauhan, completes his tenure on May 30, 2026. Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani, who has been serving as Military Adviser in the National Security Council Secretariat since September 2025, brings with him over 40 years of rich experience across command, staff, and instructional appointments. He previously served as Vice Chief of the Army Staff from July 2024 to July 2025 and as General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Command from March 2023 to June 2024.
Government appoints Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the Chief of Naval Staff [09-May-2026]
The Government appointed Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan as the next Chief of the Naval Staff. He will succeed Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, who is scheduled to retire on May 31, 2026. Vice Admiral Swaminathan, currently Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, will take over as the 26th Chief of the Naval Staff and the 34th to lead the Indian Navy since Independence. A highly decorated officer with over 38 years of service, Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1987. He is a specialist in Communication and Electronic Warfare and has held several key operational, staff, and training assignments during his distinguished career.
India retain No.1 position in ICC T20I rankings [06-May-2026]
Three-time World Cup winners India retained the top spot in the ICC T20I rankings, followed by England and Australia at second and third, respectively. India had created history by becoming the first team to successfully defend their T20 World Cup title and also win it for a record-extending third time in March, when they co-hosted the tournament with Sri Lanka.
Shri Ashutosh Gowariker Appointed as Festival Director for 57th International Film Festival of India [01-May-2026]
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has appointed noted filmmaker Shri Ashutosh Gowariker as the Festival Director for the 57th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), to be held in Goa. Shri Gowariker is an acclaimed filmmaker with a distinguished contribution to Indian cinema. His association with IFFI spans several decades, reflecting his deep engagement with the evolution of cinematic arts and international film culture. Born in 1952, the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) stands tall as South Asia’s oldest and most enduring celebration of cinema. Jointly hosted by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) of India under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, along with the Entertainment Society of Goa, Government of Goa, the festival has evolved into a global cinematic crossroads. Here, restored classics converse with daring new voices, and legendary auteurs share space with fearless debutants.
Shri Anugraha Narayana Das takes charge as Controller General of Defence Accounts [01-May-2026]
Shri Anugraha Narayana Das, a 1991-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS), has assumed charge as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) with effect from May 1, 2026. He is an alumnus of Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, and ICPE, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia. During his illustrious career, he has led several initiatives in procurement policy, audit and oversight mechanisms, budgeting, and expenditure monitoring, supported by advanced training from premier global institutions, including IIM Bengaluru and Duke University.
Odisha Implements India's First Marine Spatial Planning Framework [29-April-2026]
Odisha became the first Indian state to implement Marine Spatial Planning, a scientific ocean zoning framework balancing ecological conservation with economic development. The initiative supports blue economy growth and reduces conflicts among ocean users.
Jharkhand MLA Kalpana Soren Honoured with BRICS CCI Award [28-April-2026]
Kalpana Soren, the MLA representing Gandey in Jharkhand, was awarded the Women Empowerment Trailblazers Award as part of the BRICS CCI WE Annual Women Summit 2026. The Women Empowerment Division of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry bestowed the award for her outstanding contribution to the cause of Women Empowerment.
India and South Korea Upgrade Partnership to Futuristic Framework [28-April-2026]
India and South Korea upgraded bilateral ties into a futuristic partnership through 2030, targeting $50 billion in trade. Cooperation will focus on semiconductors, defense manufacturing, shipbuilding, and advanced digital technologies.
Meghalaya Grants Official Status to Khasi and Garo Languages [27-April-2026]
Meghalaya granted official language status to Khasi and Garo under Article 345 of the Constitution, highlighting states' authority to recognize regional languages. The move strengthens cultural identity and promotes linguistic governance in the state.
