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GK Update

Mon 06 Apr, 2026

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

St. Kitts and Nevis’s Minister of Foreign Affairs visited India

  • Dr. Denzil Douglas, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for St. Kitts and Nevis visited New Delhi for the official opening of the St. Kitts and Nevis High Commission in New Delhi, intended to expand bilateral cooperation and strengthen historical ties.

St. Kitts and Nevis

  • A a two-island sovereign nation in the Caribbean's Leeward Islands
  • Location: Caribbean Sea (Lesser Antilles), southeast of Puerto Rico.
  • Capital: Basseterre (on St. Kitts).
  • Currency: East Caribbean dollar (EC$) (XCD)
  • Islands: St. Kitts (larger, home to Mount Liamuiga) and Nevis (smaller, known for beaches and corals).
  • Government: Constitutional monarchy with King Charles III as head of state.
  • Governor-General: Dame Marcella Liburd
  • Prime Minister: Terrance Drew

Nepal Govt. implemented two-day weekend

  • Due to fuel shortages from West Asian conflicts, the Nepali government has announced a two-day weekend (Saturday and Sunday) for government offices and educational institutions, effective immediately.
  • Working hours for government offices are now 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to help conserve fuel, while legal frameworks are being prepared to encourage electric vehicle conversion.

About Nepal

  • Prime Minister: Balendra Shah ("Balen")
  • President: Ram Chandra Paudel
  • Capital: Kathmandu.
  • Currency: Nepalese Rupee
  • Administrative Division: 7 Provinces, 77 Districts.
  • Religion: Secular state, primarily Hindu and Buddhist.
  • National Sport: Volleyball.

 

Topography

  • Location: Landlocked, bordered by India (south, east, west) and China (north).
  • Division: Three main zones—Himalayan (North), Hilly (Center), and Terai plains (South).
  • Mountains: Home to Mount Everest (8,848.86m), locally known as Sagarmatha (Nepal) or Chomolungma.
  • Rivers: Major rivers like Koshi, Gandaki, and Karnali originate in the Himalayas and flow into India, influencing India's water security.
  • Protected Areas: Rara National Park, Chitwan National Park (famous for one-horned rhinoceros).

India-Nepal Relations

  • Strategic Importance: Acts as a buffer state against aggression and is vital for India's "Neighbourhood First" policy.
  • Open Border: Over 1,850 km of open border shared with five Indian states: Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, and Sikkim.
  • Defence Cooperation: The Gorkha Regiments of the Indian Army are partly recruited from Nepal. The annual joint military exercise is known as Surya Kiran.
  • Economic Ties: India is Nepal's largest trading partner and transit provider for third-country trade.

Political Evolution:

  • Sugauli Treaty (1816): Established current boundaries after the Anglo-Nepalese War.
  • Monarchy to Republic: Nepal abolished its 240-year-old monarchy in 2008, becoming a Federal Democratic Republic.
  • New Constitution (2015): Formally established the secular, federal structure.

Oman and Iran held high-level discussions

  • Oman and Iran have held high-level discussions aimed at restoring the "smooth flow" of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway has been effectively closed since late February 2026 due to the escalating West Asia conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
  • Iran is drafting a joint protocol with Oman to oversee and "monitor transit" in the strait. This plan includes establishing a new "navigation regime" that may involve transit fees for passing vessels.
  • While the strait is largely blocked, Iran has permitted limited passage for "non-hostile" vessels and ships from "friendly nations" such as India, China, and Russia.

SUMMITS AND CONFERNCES

Sadhana Saptah

  • "Sadhana Saptah" (Strengthening Adaptive Development and Humane Aptitude for National Advancement) is a nationwide capacity-building week for Indian government employees, held from April 2 to April 8, 2026.
  • Organized under Mission Karmayogi by the Capacity Building Commission (CBC), the initiative aims to transform governance from a "rule-based" to a "role-based" system.

Global Conference of Meditation Leaders in New Delhi

  • The 3rd Global Conference of Meditation Leaders (GCML 2026) was organised by the Buddha-CEO Quantum Foundation and the Pyramid Spiritual Societies Movement (PSSM), the event focused on the theme "Meditation for Holistic Living and a Peaceful World".
  • The conference was graced by the Hon'ble Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, who highlighted meditation as a vital tool for reducing stress, enhancing focus, and building emotional resilience.

APPOINTMENTS

Dol Prasad Aryal

  • In Nepal, Leader of the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Dol Prasad Aryal, was elected as the Speaker of the country's Parliament.

ART & CULTURE

Shikshapatri

  • To mark the 200th anniversary of the Shikshapatri, the Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford have launched a historic nationwide tour.
  • This rare Hindu scripture, composed in 1826 by Sahajanand Swami (Lord Swaminarayan), is usually on display at the Weston Library in Oxford.

Significance of the Manuscript

  • The Text: The name Shikshapatri means "letter of teachings". It consists of 212 Sanskrit shlokas that provide a guide for ethical and spiritual living, promoting principles like non-violence, honesty, and compassion.
  • Historical Connection: This specific copy was personally presented by Sahajanand Swami to Sir John Malcolm, the Governor of Bombay, on February 26, 1830, during a period of colonial upheaval.
  • Impact: The tour is expected to attract 20,000–30,000 visitors, offering a rare opportunity for devotees to view the original sacred text.

 

 

 

Bharat Tribes Fest 2026

  • Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 concluded with a grand closing ceremony in New Delhi.
  • The 19-day celebration, a flagship initiative of the Ministry for Tribal Affairs in association with TRIFED, showcased the rich cultural heritage, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit of India's tribal communities.

Tribes of India

 

 

Total Population: Approximately 10.4 crore (8.6% of India's total).

Highest Number of Tribes: Madhya Pradesh (15.3%), followed by Maharashtra (10.1%) and Odisha (9.1%).

Highest Proportion of Tribes: Lakshadweep (94.8%) and Mizoram (94.4%).

No Scheduled Tribes (STs): Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Puducherry.

Constitutional Provisions

  • Article 342: President notifies a community as a Scheduled Tribe.
  • Article 330: Reservation of seats for STs in the Lok Sabha (currently 47 seats).
  • Fifth Schedule: Administration of "Scheduled Areas" in states other than the North-East.
  • Sixth Schedule: Special provisions for tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram (AMTM).

Major Tribes and Their Features

Tribe Name Primary States Key Characteristics for Exams
Bhil Rajasthan, Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra Largest tribe in India; known for "Ghoomar" dance and skilled archery.
Gond MP, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, AP Second largest; famous for Gond Art and folklore.
Santhal Jharkhand, WB, Odisha Majorly involved in the 1855 Rebellion; follow the Sarna religion.
Munda Jharkhand, Odisha Led by Birsa Munda; known for agricultural practices.
Khasi/Garo Meghalaya Notable for matrilineal society where lineage is traced through women.
Toda Tamil Nadu (Nilgiris)

Pastoralists who live in barrel-vaulted houses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEFENCE NEWS

INS Trikand

  • INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, reached to Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania.
  • This port call was part of the ship's ongoing operational deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region (SWIOR).
  • This deployment aligns with India's MAHASAGAR vision (Mutual and Allistic Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions), which emphasizes collective maritime security and engagement with African littoral nations.

Indian Navy

  • Founded: 26 January 1950
  • Navy Day: 4 December
  • Motto(s): Shaṁ No Varunaḥ
  • Supreme Commander: President Droupadi Murmu
  • Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS): Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi

 

 

 

 

SPORTS

7th National Sub-Junior Championship commenced in Nagpur

  • Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the 7th National Sub-Junior (Under-17) Boxing Championship in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Murali Sreeshankar

  • At the Indian Athletics Series 2026, Murali Sreeshankar won men’s long jump with 8.15m at Indian Athletics Series 2026 in Bengaluru.

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