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Govt Forms Panel under SBI chief to Assess Risks from AI platform Mythos In April 2026, The Government of India (GoI) constituted a panel under the chairmanship of Challa Sreenivasulu (C.S.) Setty, Chairman of State Bank of India (SBI), to assess potential risks from advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform Anthropic’s Mythos and suggest mitigating measures.The decision was taken during a high-level meeting co-chaired by Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Ministry of Finance (MoF) and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).Key Details:Co-ordinated Response Mechanism: The GoI has directed the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) to create a coordinated response mechanism for AI-related threats.Report Cybercrimes: Banks have also been mandated to report cyber cases immediately to authorities like Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), to ensure early detection and fast dissemination of emerging threats.
Govt Forms Panel under SBI chief to Assess Risks from AI platform Mythos In April 2026, The Government of India (GoI) constituted a panel under the chairmanship of Challa Sreenivasulu (C.S.) Setty, Chairman of State Bank of India (SBI), to assess potential risks from advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) platform Anthropic’s Mythos and suggest mitigating measures.The decision was taken during a high-level meeting co-chaired by Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Ministry of Finance (MoF) and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).Key Details:Co-ordinated Response Mechanism: The GoI has directed the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) to create a coordinated response mechanism for AI-related threats.Report Cybercrimes: Banks have also been mandated to report cyber cases immediately to authorities like Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), to ensure early detection and fast dissemination of emerging threats.
Govt Forms Panel under SBI chief to Assess Risks from AI platform Mythos In April 2026, The Government of India (GoI) constituted a panel under the chairmanship of Challa Sreenivasulu (C.S.) Setty, Chairman of State Bank of India (SBI), to assess pot...
Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launched India’s First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill DevelopmentIn April 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)Jayant Chaudhary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MoSDE), formally launched India’s (Asia’s) first “United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development”, during the International Conference on “Women Leading the Future of Work” at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU) in Pune, Maharashtra.The conference, organised in partnership with UNESCO, brought together global institutions, policymakers, industry leaders, and academia to deliberate on strengthening women’s participation in emerging sectors.Key Details:Aim: It aims to expand access to future-ready skills for women and improve employability in emerging sectors like: Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductor, among others.Key Sectors: The chair is expected to generate opportunities for women into sectors like: robotics, semiconductor technology, advanced manufacturing and defence.Key Activities: The initiative will also work on policy inputs, international collaboration and training frameworks, aligned with UNESCO priorities.Leadership: The newly established UNESCO chair will be led by Swati Mujumdar, pro-chancellor of SSPU.
Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launched India’s First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill DevelopmentIn April 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)Jayant Chaudhary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MoSDE), formally launched India’s (Asia’s) first “United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill Development”, during the International Conference on “Women Leading the Future of Work” at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU) in Pune, Maharashtra.The conference, organised in partnership with UNESCO, brought together global institutions, policymakers, industry leaders, and academia to deliberate on strengthening women’s participation in emerging sectors.Key Details:Aim: It aims to expand access to future-ready skills for women and improve employability in emerging sectors like: Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductor, among others.Key Sectors: The chair is expected to generate opportunities for women into sectors like: robotics, semiconductor technology, advanced manufacturing and defence.Key Activities: The initiative will also work on policy inputs, international collaboration and training frameworks, aligned with UNESCO priorities.Leadership: The newly established UNESCO chair will be led by Swati Mujumdar, pro-chancellor of SSPU.
Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launched India’s First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion and Skill DevelopmentIn April 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)Jayant Chaudhary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MoSDE),...
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Former Army Chief General MM Naravane Launches Book “The Curious and The Classified”In April 2026, General Manoj Mukund Naravane (Retd), former Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), launched his new book titled “The Curious and the Classified: Unearthing Military Myths and Mysteries,” published by Rupa Publications.He served as the 28th COAS from December 2019 to April 2022 and is also the author of The Cantonment Conspiracy (2025).About the Book:Overview: This non-fiction work explores the myths, memories, and lesser-known stories shaping the traditions of India’s armed forces, highlighting their history, courage, culture, and curiosity in uniform.Legends: It traces the 17th–18th century Sikh Army origins of the popular cheer ‘Chak de Phatte’ and explores the enduring legend of Baba Harbhajan Singh, celebrated in military folklore.
Former Army Chief General MM Naravane Launches Book “The Curious and The Classified”In April 2026, General Manoj Mukund Naravane (Retd), former Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), launched his new book titled “The Curious and the Classified: Unearthing Military Myths and Mysteries,” published by Rupa Publications.He served as the 28th COAS from December 2019 to April 2022 and is also the author of The Cantonment Conspiracy (2025).About the Book:Overview: This non-fiction work explores the myths, memories, and lesser-known stories shaping the traditions of India’s armed forces, highlighting their history, courage, culture, and curiosity in uniform.Legends: It traces the 17th–18th century Sikh Army origins of the popular cheer ‘Chak de Phatte’ and explores the enduring legend of Baba Harbhajan Singh, celebrated in military folklore.
Former Army Chief General MM Naravane Launches Book “The Curious and The Classified”In April 2026, General Manoj Mukund Naravane (Retd), former Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), launched his new book titled “The Curious and the Classified: Unearthing M...
Oscar-Winning Production Designer Dean Tavoularis Passed Away In April 2026, Dean Tavoularis, the Oscar-winning production designer renowned for his influential work in cinema, passed away in Paris, France at the age of 93. He was born on May 18, 1932, in Lowell, Massachusetts, the United States of America (USA)About Dean Tavoularis:Career Highlights: He made his debut as art director with Bonnie and Clyde (1967) and is best known for his collaborations with Francis Ford Coppola on iconic films such as The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and The Conversation.Oscar Win: He won the Academy Award for Best Art Direction–Set Decoration for The Godfather Part II (1974) and received nominations for Apocalypse Now, Tucker: The Man and His Dream, The Godfather Part III, and The Brink’s Job.
Oscar-Winning Production Designer Dean Tavoularis Passed Away In April 2026, Dean Tavoularis, the Oscar-winning production designer renowned for his influential work in cinema, passed away in Paris, France at the age of 93. He was born on May 18, 1932, in Lowell, Massachusetts, the United States of America (USA)About Dean Tavoularis:Career Highlights: He made his debut as art director with Bonnie and Clyde (1967) and is best known for his collaborations with Francis Ford Coppola on iconic films such as The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, and The Conversation.Oscar Win: He won the Academy Award for Best Art Direction–Set Decoration for The Godfather Part II (1974) and received nominations for Apocalypse Now, Tucker: The Man and His Dream, The Godfather Part III, and The Brink’s Job.
Oscar-Winning Production Designer Dean Tavoularis Passed Away In April 2026, Dean Tavoularis, the Oscar-winning production designer renowned for his influential work in cinema, passed away in Paris, France at the age of 93. He was born on May 18, 193...
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India Selected for FIFA Women’s Development Programme on Commercial Strategy 2026In April 2026, International Association Football Federation or Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) selected India as one of 12 countries for its Women’s Development Programme (Commercial Strategy 2026) following a successful application and presentation by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).The programme aims to strengthen the commercial viability, sustainability, and professional structure of women’s football globally.About FIFA Women’s Development Programme 2026:Countries: India is among 12 participating nations including Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Scotland, Canada, Mexico, Finland, Ghana, Jordan, Lithuania, and Paraguay.Timeline: The programme will be conducted online from May to October 2026 for stakeholders across India’s women’s football ecosystem.Licensing: The initiative prepares clubs, including those in the Indian Women’s League (IWL), for the upcoming club licensing system by the Asian Football Confederation(AFC).
India Selected for FIFA Women’s Development Programme on Commercial Strategy 2026In April 2026, International Association Football Federation or Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) selected India as one of 12 countries for its Women’s Development Programme (Commercial Strategy 2026) following a successful application and presentation by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).The programme aims to strengthen the commercial viability, sustainability, and professional structure of women’s football globally.About FIFA Women’s Development Programme 2026:Countries: India is among 12 participating nations including Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Scotland, Canada, Mexico, Finland, Ghana, Jordan, Lithuania, and Paraguay.Timeline: The programme will be conducted online from May to October 2026 for stakeholders across India’s women’s football ecosystem.Licensing: The initiative prepares clubs, including those in the Indian Women’s League (IWL), for the upcoming club licensing system by the Asian Football Confederation(AFC).
India Selected for FIFA Women’s Development Programme on Commercial Strategy 2026In April 2026, International Association Football Federation or Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) selected India as one of 12 countries for its Wo...
Blue Origin Rocket Fails to Orbit AST SpaceMobile Satellite forces deorbitOn April 2026, Jeff Bezos’s space venture, Blue Origin launched AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 communications satellite, aboard its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida(the United States of America, USA), but the mission failed to achieve the intended orbit during its third flight.Mission Objective: Space-based cellular connectivity.Mission Details:Objective: The mission aimed to expand space-based cellular connectivity, with investigations underway to identify the cause and enhance reliability for future launches.Engine Failure: The issue occurred during the second-stage burn (GS2), when one of the two BE-3U( (Blue Engine 3 – Upper Stage) hydrogen-fueled engines did not generate sufficient thrust. This resulted in the satellite being placed in an off-nominal orbit, making it unsuitable for its intended mission.Rocket: New Glenn made its debut in January 2025, becoming the first commercial rocket to reach orbit on its maiden flight, followed by a second mission in November 2025 carrying satellites toward Mars.
Blue Origin Rocket Fails to Orbit AST SpaceMobile Satellite forces deorbitOn April 2026, Jeff Bezos’s space venture, Blue Origin launched AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 communications satellite, aboard its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida(the United States of America, USA), but the mission failed to achieve the intended orbit during its third flight.Mission Objective: Space-based cellular connectivity.Mission Details:Objective: The mission aimed to expand space-based cellular connectivity, with investigations underway to identify the cause and enhance reliability for future launches.Engine Failure: The issue occurred during the second-stage burn (GS2), when one of the two BE-3U( (Blue Engine 3 – Upper Stage) hydrogen-fueled engines did not generate sufficient thrust. This resulted in the satellite being placed in an off-nominal orbit, making it unsuitable for its intended mission.Rocket: New Glenn made its debut in January 2025, becoming the first commercial rocket to reach orbit on its maiden flight, followed by a second mission in November 2025 carrying satellites toward Mars.
Blue Origin Rocket Fails to Orbit AST SpaceMobile Satellite forces deorbitOn April 2026, Jeff Bezos’s space venture, Blue Origin launched AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 communications satellite, aboard its New Glenn rocket from Cape Canaveral Space For...
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NASA Unveils ‘Roman Space Telescope’ to Probe Mysteries of Dark MatterIn April 2026, the United States of America (USA) space agency National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) unveiled the ‘Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope’, a powerful wide-field observatory designed to survey vast regions of the universe and detect planets beyond the solar system.About Roman Space Telescope:Purpose: It will also study dark matter and dark energy, unseen forces that make up about 95% of the universe.Legacy: The telescope is named after Nancy Grace Roman, NASA’s first Chief Astronomer, often called the ‘mother of the Hubble Space Telescope’ for her pioneering role in advancing space-based astronomy.Cost: The telescope was built at a cost of USD 4 billion (Bn) in more than a decade and will be positioned 1.5 million (mn) kilometres (kms) from earth to probe vast regions of space.Data Flow: The telescope will transmit around 11 terabytes (TB) of data to earth each day.
NASA Unveils ‘Roman Space Telescope’ to Probe Mysteries of Dark MatterIn April 2026, the United States of America (USA) space agency National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) unveiled the ‘Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope’, a powerful wide-field observatory designed to survey vast regions of the universe and detect planets beyond the solar system.About Roman Space Telescope:Purpose: It will also study dark matter and dark energy, unseen forces that make up about 95% of the universe.Legacy: The telescope is named after Nancy Grace Roman, NASA’s first Chief Astronomer, often called the ‘mother of the Hubble Space Telescope’ for her pioneering role in advancing space-based astronomy.Cost: The telescope was built at a cost of USD 4 billion (Bn) in more than a decade and will be positioned 1.5 million (mn) kilometres (kms) from earth to probe vast regions of space.Data Flow: The telescope will transmit around 11 terabytes (TB) of data to earth each day.
NASA Unveils ‘Roman Space Telescope’ to Probe Mysteries of Dark MatterIn April 2026, the United States of America (USA) space agency National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) unveiled the ‘Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope’, a powerful wid...
Nasscom Appoints Srikanth Velamakanni as New Chairman In April 2026, the National Association of Software and Service Companies(Nasscom), an Information Technology (IT) industry body, appointed Srikanth Velamakanni, Co-Founder and Group Chief Executive of Fractal, as its new Chairman for the 2026–2027 term.Highlights of Appointment:Leadership Change: He succeeds Sindhu Gangadharan, Managing Director (MD) of SAP Labs India, who completed her term in April 2026.Vice Chairperson: The NASSCOM Executive Council has also elected Kishor Patil, Co-founder, Chief Executive Officer(CEO) and Managing Director(MD) of KPIT Technologies, as the new Vice Chairperson.
Nasscom Appoints Srikanth Velamakanni as New Chairman In April 2026, the National Association of Software and Service Companies(Nasscom), an Information Technology (IT) industry body, appointed Srikanth Velamakanni, Co-Founder and Group Chief Executive of Fractal, as its new Chairman for the 2026–2027 term.Highlights of Appointment:Leadership Change: He succeeds Sindhu Gangadharan, Managing Director (MD) of SAP Labs India, who completed her term in April 2026.Vice Chairperson: The NASSCOM Executive Council has also elected Kishor Patil, Co-founder, Chief Executive Officer(CEO) and Managing Director(MD) of KPIT Technologies, as the new Vice Chairperson.
Nasscom Appoints Srikanth Velamakanni as New Chairman In April 2026, the National Association of Software and Service Companies(Nasscom), an Information Technology (IT) industry body, appointed Srikanth Velamakanni, Co-Founder and Group Chief Executi...
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ACC Extends Tenure of MDs & CEOs of BoI, BoB; ED of Indian Bank for 3 YearsIn April 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved a three-year extension for Rajneesh Karnatak of Bank of India(BoI) and Debadatta Chand of Bank of Baroda(BoB) as Managing Directors (MDs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs).It also approved the extension of Ashutosh Choudhary as Executive Director (ED) of Indian Bank for another 3 years.About the Extension:Rajneesh Karnatak: His extended term will commence on April 29, 2026, following the completion of his initial tenure, and continue until 2029.Debadatta Chand: The extension for Debadatta Chand will begin on July 1, 2026, extending his tenure until 2029.Ashutosh Choudhary: He will continue in his role until May 2, 2029, extending his initial term that was set to end on May 2, 2026.RBI Approval: In April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the re-appointment of P. N. Vasudevan as the MD & CEO of Equitas Small Finance Bank (Equitas SFB) for three years till 2029, effective from 23 July 2026.
ACC Extends Tenure of MDs & CEOs of BoI, BoB; ED of Indian Bank for 3 YearsIn April 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved a three-year extension for Rajneesh Karnatak of Bank of India(BoI) and Debadatta Chand of Bank of Baroda(BoB) as Managing Directors (MDs) and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs).It also approved the extension of Ashutosh Choudhary as Executive Director (ED) of Indian Bank for another 3 years.About the Extension:Rajneesh Karnatak: His extended term will commence on April 29, 2026, following the completion of his initial tenure, and continue until 2029.Debadatta Chand: The extension for Debadatta Chand will begin on July 1, 2026, extending his tenure until 2029.Ashutosh Choudhary: He will continue in his role until May 2, 2029, extending his initial term that was set to end on May 2, 2026.RBI Approval: In April 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the re-appointment of P. N. Vasudevan as the MD & CEO of Equitas Small Finance Bank (Equitas SFB) for three years till 2029, effective from 23 July 2026.
ACC Extends Tenure of MDs & CEOs of BoI, BoB; ED of Indian Bank for 3 YearsIn April 2026, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved a three-year extension for Rajneesh Karnatak of Bank...
General Upendra Dwivedi Inducted into US Army War College International Hall of FameIn April 2026, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Indian Army(IA), was inducted into the International Hall of Fame (HoF) of the United States Army War College (USAWC) at Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania, United States of America (USA).He received the honour during his official visit to the United States of America(USA), making the occasion both professionally and personally significant.Criteria: The International HoF recognises military leaders for outstanding contributions to national security and global military cooperation.Significance: General Upendra Dwivedi became the third IA Chief to be inducted into the USAWC International Hall of Fame after General V. K. Singh and General Bikram Singh, and is also a Distinguished Fellow and alumnus of USAWC.
General Upendra Dwivedi Inducted into US Army War College International Hall of FameIn April 2026, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Indian Army(IA), was inducted into the International Hall of Fame (HoF) of the United States Army War College (USAWC) at Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania, United States of America (USA).He received the honour during his official visit to the United States of America(USA), making the occasion both professionally and personally significant.Criteria: The International HoF recognises military leaders for outstanding contributions to national security and global military cooperation.Significance: General Upendra Dwivedi became the third IA Chief to be inducted into the USAWC International Hall of Fame after General V. K. Singh and General Bikram Singh, and is also a Distinguished Fellow and alumnus of USAWC.
General Upendra Dwivedi Inducted into US Army War College International Hall of FameIn April 2026, General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Indian Army(IA), was inducted into the International Hall of Fame (HoF) of the United States Arm...
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