Current Affairs 08 May 2026
Daily Current Affairs 08 May 2026: Today GK Updates for SSC, Banking, UPSC Exams
Read Daily Current Affairs 08 May 2026 with important GK updates, quiz and exam points for SSC, Banking, UPSC and all government exams.
Latest Current Affairs 08 May 2026 – Daily GK Update with Quiz & FAQs
1. China Wins Thomas Cup 2026 | चीन ने जीता थॉमस कप 2026
China emerged as the champion of the Thomas Cup 2026, while South Korea secured the Uber Cup 2026 title in Denmark. The Thomas Cup is the world’s premier international badminton championship for men, whereas the Uber Cup is the top global team championship for women.
China defeated France in the Thomas Cup final with a score of 3-1, while South Korea defeated China by the same margin in the Uber Cup final. The tournament highlighted Asia’s dominance in international badminton.
चीन ने थॉमस कप 2026 का खिताब जीता, जबकि दक्षिण कोरिया ने उबेर कप 2026 अपने नाम किया। थॉमस कप पुरुषों की विश्व स्तरीय बैडमिंटन टीम प्रतियोगिता है, जबकि उबेर कप महिलाओं की प्रमुख अंतरराष्ट्रीय टीम प्रतियोगिता है।
चीन ने फाइनल में फ्रांस को 3-1 से हराया, जबकि दक्षिण कोरिया ने उबेर कप फाइनल में चीन को 3-1 से पराजित किया।
Thomas & Uber Cup 2026: Fast Facts
Category | Thomas Cup | Uber Cup |
|---|---|---|
Winner | China | South Korea |
Runner-up | France | China |
Final Score | 3-1 | 3-1 |
Total Titles | 13 | 3 |
Host City | Horsens, Denmark | Horsens, Denmark |
Frequency | Every 2 Years | Every 2 Years |
Exam Point
- Thomas Cup = Men’s Team Championship
- Uber Cup = Women’s Team Championship
2. Sugarcane FRP Increased to ₹365/qtl | गन्ने का FRP बढ़ाकर ₹365 प्रति क्विंटल
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved an increase in the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane to ₹365 per quintal for the 2026-27 sugar season.
The FRP is the minimum price that sugar mills are legally required to pay farmers. This increase is expected to benefit millions of sugarcane farmers across India and strengthen rural incomes.
आर्थिक मामलों की कैबिनेट समिति ने 2026-27 के लिए गन्ने के उचित एवं लाभकारी मूल्य (FRP) को बढ़ाकर ₹365 प्रति क्विंटल करने की मंजूरी दी।
FRP वह न्यूनतम मूल्य है जो चीनी मिलों को किसानों को देना अनिवार्य होता है। इससे देश के करोड़ों गन्ना किसानों को लाभ मिलेगा।
Sugarcane FRP 2026-27: Key Facts
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
New FRP | ₹365/qtl |
Previous FRP | ₹355/qtl |
Recovery Rate | 10.25% |
Minimum Guaranteed Price | ₹338.30/qtl |
Recommendation Agency | CACP (Comm. for Agri. Costs & Prices) |
Governing Act | Essential Commodities Act, 1955 |
Payment Timeline | Within 14 Days |
Exam Point
- FRP is announced by the Central Government.
- CACP recommends agricultural pricing policies.
3. PM Modi to Inaugurate Dhyan Mandir | पीएम मोदी करेंगे ध्यान मंदिर का उद्घाटन
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the “Dhyan Mandir” in Bengaluru during the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Art of Living Foundation.
Founded by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in 1981, the Art of Living has expanded to 182 countries and promotes stress management, meditation, and peace initiatives worldwide.
प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी बेंगलुरु में आर्ट ऑफ लिविंग की 45वीं वर्षगांठ पर “ध्यान मंदिर” का उद्घाटन करेंगे।
1981 में गुरुदेव श्री श्री रविशंकर द्वारा स्थापित यह संस्था आज 182 देशों में सक्रिय है और ध्यान, योग तथा शांति के संदेश का प्रसार करती है।
Art of Living: Key Facts
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Founder | Sri Sri Ravi Shankar |
Established | 1981 |
Presence | 182 Countries |
Main Technique | Sudarshan Kriya |
2026 Milestone | 45th Anniversary |
New Landmark | Dhyan Mandir (Inaugurated by PM Modi) |
Exam Point
- Sudarshan Kriya is associated with Art of Living.
- Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka.
4. Varanasi-Kolkata Expressway Approved | वाराणसी-कोलकाता एक्सप्रेसवे को मंजूरी
The Environment Ministry’s expert panel approved the Varanasi-Kolkata Greenfield Expressway project. The expressway aims to improve connectivity between Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
The project will reduce travel time, boost industrial development, and strengthen freight transportation in eastern India.
पर्यावरण मंत्रालय के विशेषज्ञ पैनल ने वाराणसी-कोलकाता ग्रीनफील्ड एक्सप्रेसवे परियोजना को मंजूरी दे दी है।
यह परियोजना पूर्वी भारत में सड़क संपर्क, व्यापार और औद्योगिक विकास को बढ़ावा देगी।
Varanasi-Kolkata Expressway: Key Facts
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Length | ~610 km |
Estimated Cost | ₹35,000 Crore |
Lanes | 6 (Expandable to 8) |
Starting Point | Barhuli, UP |
Ending Point | Uluberia, WB |
Type | Greenfield Expressway |
Completion Target | 2027-28 |
Exam Point
- Greenfield Expressway means a completely new route.
- It will connect major eastern economic corridors.
5. Fruit Horizon 2026 in Lucknow | लखनऊ में फ्रूट होराइजन 2026
At the “Fruit Horizon 2026” event in Lucknow, the Union Agriculture Minister announced that Uttar Pradesh is poised to become a major hub for premium fruit exports.
The initiative focuses on mango, guava, litchi, and avocado production along with modern clean plant infrastructure and global export standards.
लखनऊ में आयोजित “फ्रूट होराइजन 2026” कार्यक्रम में केंद्रीय कृषि मंत्री ने कहा कि उत्तर प्रदेश प्रीमियम फल उत्पादन और निर्यात का प्रमुख केंद्र बनने जा रहा है।
इस कार्यक्रम का मुख्य उद्देश्य उच्च गुणवत्ता वाले फलों के उत्पादन और निर्यात को बढ़ावा देना है।
Fruit Horizon 2026: Key Facts
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Venue | ICAR-CISH, Lucknow |
Main Crops | Mango, Guava, Litchi, Avocado |
Export Goal | Global No.1 in Fruit Exports |
Banana Production | ~4,687.87 Thousand Tonnes |
Agri Budget | ₹1,30,561.38 Crore |
Quality Goal | Zero Rejection Standards |
Exam Point
- Lucknow is famous for mango research institutes.
- ICAR-CISH specializes in subtropical horticulture.
6. JANANI Platform Launched | जननी प्लेटफॉर्म लॉन्च
The Union Health Ministry launched the JANANI digital platform to improve maternal and child healthcare tracking across India.
The platform integrates ABHA, U-WIN, and POSHAN systems and introduces QR-enabled digital health cards for mothers and children.
केंद्रीय स्वास्थ्य मंत्रालय ने मातृ एवं शिशु स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं को मजबूत बनाने के लिए JANANI प्लेटफॉर्म लॉन्च किया।
यह प्लेटफॉर्म स्वास्थ्य रिकॉर्ड की डिजिटल ट्रैकिंग तथा QR आधारित MCH कार्ड प्रदान करेगा।
JANANI Platform: Key Features
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Full Form | Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care |
Ministry | MoHFW (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare) |
Main Aim | Digital Health Tracking |
Previous System | RCH Portal |
Innovation | QR-enabled MCH Cards |
Integration | ABHA, U-WIN, POSHAN |
Registrations | 1.34 Crore+ registrations; 30 Lakh+ MCH cards generated |
Exam Point
- JANANI focuses on maternal and neonatal healthcare.
- ABHA is linked to Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.
7. NPS Sanchay Scheme Launched | एनपीएस संचय योजना शुरू
The Government launched “NPS Sanchay,” a pension scheme specially designed for informal sector workers such as traders, laborers, and self-employed individuals.
The scheme aims to encourage long-term savings and provide pension security to unorganized sector employees.
सरकार ने असंगठित क्षेत्र के कर्मचारियों के लिए “एनपीएस संचय” योजना शुरू की है।
इस योजना का उद्देश्य छोटे निवेश के माध्यम से पेंशन सुरक्षा प्रदान करना है।
NPS Sanchay: Key Features
Feature | Details |
|---|---|
Target Group | Informal Sector Workers |
Eligibility Age | 18–85 Years |
Registration | Online & Offline |
Minimum Contribution | ₹500 |
Withdrawal Rule | up to 60% tax-free lump sum; 40% for annuity/pension |
Platform | Online via eNPS or offline through Points of Presence (PoP) with KYC. |
Exam Point
- NPS is regulated by PFRDA.
- It promotes pension inclusion for all citizens.
Important One-Liner Current Affairs
- China won Thomas Cup 2026.
- South Korea won Uber Cup 2026.
- Sugarcane FRP increased to ₹365/qtl.
- PM Modi to inaugurate Dhyan Mandir.
- Varanasi-Kolkata Expressway approved.
- Fruit Horizon 2026 held in Lucknow.
- JANANI platform launched by Health Ministry.
- Government launched NPS Sanchay scheme.
MCQs for Practice
Q1. Which country won the Thomas Cup 2026?
A. France
B. China
C. India
D. Denmark
✅ Answer: B
Q2. Sugarcane FRP for 2026-27 is:
A. ₹355
B. ₹360
C. ₹365
D. ₹370
✅ Answer: C
Q3. Dhyan Mandir is associated with:
A. ISKCON
B. Brahma Kumaris
C. Art of Living
D. Ramakrishna Mission
✅ Answer: C
Q4. JANANI platform is related to:
A. Agriculture
B. Defence
C. Healthcare
D. Sports
✅ Answer: C
Q5. NPS Sanchay is mainly for:
A. Government Officers
B. Students
C. Informal Sector Workers
D. Exporters
✅ Answer: C