Latest Current Affairs 17 April 2026 – Daily GK Update with Quiz & FAQs

1. Bank of Baroda Launches UPI for JioPhone Users

Bank of Baroda has partnered with Reliance Jio to expand digital payments access for feature phone users.

Key Highlights:

• Launch Date: 13 April 2026
• Platform: bob World Lite
• Target Users: Feature phone users
• Device Support: JioPhone Prima 4G
• Technology: Low bandwidth, lightweight system
• Navigation: Keypad-based
• Access: Available for all bank customers

👉 Exam Insight: Boosts financial inclusion + Digital India

2. Tata Semiconductor Project Gets SEZ Status

Tata Group semiconductor plant in Dholera gets SEZ approval.

Key Points:

• India’s first AI-enabled semiconductor fab
• Capacity: 50,000 wafers/month
• Applications: ICs, microcontrollers, HPC chips
• SEZ Benefits: Tax relief, faster approvals

Dholera SIR:

• Under SIR Act, 2009
• Part of DMIC Corridor
• 4400 MW Solar Park
• Upcoming International Airport

👉 Exam Insight: Important for Atmanirbhar Bharat + Chip Mission

3. Jay Shah Named WEF Young Global Leader 2026

Jay Shah recognized by World Economic Forum.

Key Facts:

• Founded by Klaus Schwab in 2004
• Age Limit: Below 40
• Duration: 5 years program
• Focus: Leadership + Global impact

👉 Exam Insight: Sports governance + International recognition

4. India to Host BRICS Foreign Ministers Meet

Meeting to be held in New Delhi under India’s chairmanship.

BRICS Key Facts:

• Members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
• First Summit: 2009 (Russia)
• Bank: New Development Bank (Shanghai)
• India Chairship: 4th time (2026)
• Members: Expanded to 11

👉 Exam Insight: Important for International Relations

5. Sunil Bajpai Takes Charge as Principal Chief Commissioner

Sunil Bajpai appointed for Tamil Nadu & Puducherry.

Income Tax Static GK:

• Introduced by James Wilson (1860)
• Current Law: Income Tax Act, 1961
• Body: CBDT
• Type: Direct Tax

👉 Exam Insight: Frequently asked in Static GK

6. Vibhor Jain Appointed CEO of ONDC

Vibhor Jain appointed CEO of Open Network for Digital Commerce.

ONDC Facts:

• Founded: 2021
• Type: Section 8 company
• Ministry: Commerce & Industry
• Protocol: Beckn Protocol

👉 Exam Insight: Important for Digital Economy

7. India Hits Record $860 Billion Exports

India achieves historic export growth.

Key Data:

• Total: $860.09 Billion
• Growth: 4.22%
• Services: $418.31 Billion
• Merchandise: $441.78 Billion
• Minister: Piyush Goyal

👉 Exam Insight: Important for Economy + Budget Questions

Practice Quiz

Q1. Bank of Baroda partnered with which company?
A) Airtel
B) Reliance Jio ✅
C) Vodafone
D) BSNL

Q2. Tata Semiconductor project is located in:
A) Pune
B) Noida
C) Dholera ✅
D) Chennai

Q3. ONDC operates under which ministry?
A) Finance
B) Commerce & Industry ✅
C) IT
D) Agriculture

Q5. India’s exports in FY26 reached:
A) $700B
B) $800B
C) $860B ✅
D) $900B

Latest Current Affairs 17 April 2026 PDF