Here is the exam-oriented GK and Current Affairs roundup for April 23, 2026, curated from The Assam Tribune, The Hindu, and major national bulletins.
đī¸ Assam State Current Affairs
- Sasoni Merbeel Eco-Tourism Project: This project, located near Naharkatia in Dibrugarh district, has gained attention for its conservation efforts. Often called the “Island of Silence,” the 1,550-bigha wetland is a critical biodiversity hotspot hosting over 200 bird species and 250 varieties of flora.
- Asom Sonmilito Morcha (ASM): In the lead-up to the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, the ASM (formerly the United Opposition Forum) has been officially recognized as the primary opposition coalition in the state.
- Gauhati High Court & “Judgesâ Field”: A significant legal discussion continues regarding the restoration of the historic Judges’ Field in Guwahati exclusively for sports, following a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) aimed at stopping commercial and non-sporting events at the venue.
- Advocate General of Assam: Devajit Saikia remains a key figure in legal and administrative circles, recently highlighted for his dual role in legal advocacy and as a senior official in cricket administration (BCCI).
đŽđŗ National GK Highlights
- Earth Day 2026: While observed on April 22, the nationwide impact of the 56th anniversary is headline news today. The 2026 theme is “Our Power, Our Planet,” focusing on the transition to a Circular Economy and the elimination of plastic waste.
- DRDO “Prajna” System: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has officially operationalized the Prajna System, an AI-driven logistics and decision-support tool for the Indian Armed Forces.
- CBI’s “ABHAY” Chatbot: Chief Justice of India Surya Kant launched “Abhay,” an AI-powered chatbot designed to help citizens verify the authenticity of CBI notices and combat “digital arrest” scams.
- Railway Water Neutrality: The Kankaria Coaching Depot in Ahmedabad has become the first railway depot in India to achieve Water Neutrality, saving approximately 5.84 crore litres of water annually.
- “VAANI” Scheme (3rd Edition): The AICTE launched the third phase of the Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages (VAANI) scheme to integrate Indian languages into technical education.
đ International & Economy
- Strait of Hormuz Tensions: Geopolitical tensions have spiked after reports of vessel seizures in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil trade.
- World Bank “Water Forward”: A new global initiative launched this month to improve water security for 1 billion people by 2030 through National Water Compacts.
- SEBI & UPI: SEBI has mandated validated UPI handles for all retail investors to enhance security in the secondary market.
đī¸ Important Dates: April 23
Event Significance World Book and Copyright Day Organized by UNESCO to promote reading and publishing. English Language Day Observed by the UN; coincides with the birth/death anniversary of William Shakespeare. Khongjom Day (Primarily in Manipur) Commemorating the soldiers who fought in the Anglo-Manipur War of 1891.
đĄ Quick Facts for Exam
- Chief Justice of India (2026): Surya Kant
- UN Water Initiative: Water Forward
- Theme for Earth Day 2026: “Our Power, Our Planet”
- Assam Wetland in News: Sasoni Merbeel (Dibrugarh)
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