Current Affairs Free Quiz for April 22, 2026

Q1. The Union Cabinet recently approved an increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for Central Government employees. What is the new DA percentage effective from January 1, 2026?

Q2. To help Indian exporters deal with rising transport costs and global issues, the government added two new countries to the RELIEF scheme. One is Jordan, what is the other country?

Q3. The Ministry of Home Affairs recently received a new, smart satellite imaging system to help security agencies monitor sensitive areas in real-time. What is the name of this locally developed system?

Q4. India’s first-ever Petroglyph Conservation Park is being built to protect centuries-old rock carvings from damage. In which region is this park located?

Q5. Which Indian state recently hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for the country’s first advanced 3D glass semiconductor chip packaging unit?

Q6. The State Bank of India (SBI) has set a massive goal to expand its total balance sheet size by the year 2030. What percentage of India’s GDP does SBI aim to reach?

Q7. According to the latest UN ESCAP report on the economy, what is the expected growth rate of the Indian economy for the calendar year 2026 (CY26)?

Q8. The global technology company Apple recently announced a major leadership change. Who will take over as the new CEO of Apple in September 2026, replacing Tim Cook?

Q9. Aronyak Ghosh from West Bengal recently secured his final norm in a tournament in Thailand. What number Grandmaster (GM) did he become for India?

Q10. Every year on April 19, World Liver Day is observed globally to spread awareness about liver health and diseases. What is the official theme for the year 2026?