The report for 28 April 2026 covers significant developments in domestic and international politics, sports, economy, and the environment. Keeping up with bangla current affairs and bengali current affairs is essential for any competitive exam aspirant in India. This update is designed to sharpen your skills in current affairs bangla and ensure that your bangla current affairs daily reading habit keeps you ahead of the competition.
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National News
Demise of Renowned Photographer Raghu Rai
Legendary Indian photographer Raghu Rai has passed away at the age of 83. Born in 1942, he began his illustrious career with ‘The Statesman’ back in 1965. He gained worldwide recognition for his powerful images captured during the 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy. His immense contributions were recognized when he received the ‘Padma Shri’ in 1992 and the ‘National Photography Award’ (Lifetime Achievement) in 2019.
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- The Bhopal Gas Tragedy was caused by a leak of Methyl Isocyanate (MIC).
- Raghu Rai authored iconic books on Mother Teresa and Indira Gandhi.
- Padma Shri is India’s fourth-highest civilian award.
Expansion of Vibrant Village Programme
The Central Government has included six border villages of Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, in the second phase of the Vibrant Villages Programme. This initiative aims to curb migration and improve border security by developing essential infrastructure like education and healthcare. The second phase covers a total of 1,954 villages across different border regions.
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- The first phase of the Vibrant Village Programme was launched in 2022-23.
- It focuses on infrastructure development in remote border regions.
New Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog
Senior economist Ashok Kumar Lahiri has been appointed as the new Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, succeeding Suman Bery. The Prime Minister of India serves as the ex-officio Chairperson of the organization, while Nidhi Chhibber is currently serving as the interim CEO.
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- NITI Aayog was established on 1 January 2015, replacing the Planning Commission.
- The headquarters of NITI Aayog is in New Delhi.
International & Other News
ISSF Junior Shooting World Cup
India has topped the medal tally at the ISSF Junior Shooting World Cup 2026 in Cairo, Egypt. The Indian contingent secured 16 medals in total, comprising 5 Gold, 6 Silver, and 5 Bronze.
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- The ISSF headquarters is located in Munich, Germany.
- India sent a team of 71 shooters for this competition.
SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Defence Ministers’ meeting is currently underway in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is representing India. India officially became a full member of the SCO in 2017.
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- The SCO headquarters is in Beijing, China.
- The organization currently has 10 member nations.
Global Report on Food Crisis 2026
A joint report by the FAO and WFP has listed Pakistan among the top 10 countries facing extreme food insecurity. Severe inflation and natural disasters have been identified as the primary drivers of this crisis.
Guntur Municipal Corporation Award
Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur Municipal Corporation (GMC) has received the ‘4th Gender Equality Mobilization Award’ from UNIDO for integrating women’s empowerment into sustainable waste management practices.
London Marathon 2026
Kenyan athlete Sebastian Sawe set a new world record at the London Marathon 2026, finishing the race in 2 hours 59 minutes and 30 seconds.
World Tapir Day
Observed globally on 27 April, World Tapir Day raises awareness about this unique herbivorous mammal native to South and Southeast Asia.
India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement
An FTA between India and New Zealand has officially come into effect. This agreement ensures 100% duty-free access for Indian exporters to the New Zealand market.
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