Current Affairs · 20 April 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 20 April 2026.
Textiles Ministry Launches 'Vishwa Sutra' to Promote Indian Weaves
The Union Textiles Ministry launched 'Vishwa Sutra' on 20 April to promote traditional Indian weaves and handlooms on the global stage.
Union Cabinet Approves Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool
The Union Cabinet approved the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool on 20 April to strengthen India's self-reliance in marine insurance and reduce dependence on foreign reinsurers.
India Introduces 'Abhay' AI Tool Against Online Scams
India introduced 'Abhay', an AI-based tool designed to detect and protect people from online financial scams and cyber fraud, reported on 20 April.
Kankaria Becomes India's First 'Water Neutral' Railway Depot
Ahmedabad's Kankaria Coaching Depot became India's first 'water neutral' railway coaching depot, recognised on 20 April for sustainable water management.
Meghalaya Cabinet recognises Khasi and Garo as official languages in 2026 ordinance
Meghalaya approved an ordinance on 16 April 2026 to expand Khasi and Garo use in administration and examinations.
Shubhankar Sharma wins inaugural ₹1 crore Boulders Classic in Hyderabad
Shubhankar Sharma won the inaugural Boulders Classic golf title in Hyderabad on 17 April 2026.
India fields 71 shooters in Cairo as Shiva Narwal and Sabeera Haris lead ISSF Junior World Cup squad
India sent its largest 71-member squad to the ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 in Cairo from 19 to 27 April 2026.
BECIL and C-DAC sign MoU for AI, ML, 5G and IoT digital transformation
BECIL and C-DAC signed an MoU on 18 April 2026 to collaborate on AI, ML, 5G and IoT solutions.
BWSSB becomes India’s first water utility with ISO 50001:2018 energy management certification
BWSSB received India’s first ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management systems on 14 April 2026.
Punjab Governor assents to anti-sacrilege Bill with life imprisonment and ₹25 lakh fine
Punjab’s 2026 amendment bill on sacrilege prescribes life imprisonment and a fine up to ₹25 lakh for beadbi against Guru Granth Sahib.
Meghalaya recognises Khasi and Garo as official languages through 2026 ordinance
Meghalaya Cabinet approved an ordinance in April 2026 to recognise Khasi and Garo as official languages alongside English.
SBI projects 6.8%–7% GDP growth for FY 2026-27 amid oil and El Niño risks
SBI Research projected India’s FY 2026-27 GDP growth at 6.8%–7% and flagged inflation, fiscal deficit, and external risks.