Adda247 provides the latest and most important daily current affairs 2026 for Bank, SSC, Railway, Police SI, and Other State Govt Exams. Our team curates the most significant national and international news, government policy updates, important appointments 2026, awards and honours, summits and conferences, science and technology, defence news, business & economy, and sports current affairs — all in one place.
Today’s Current Affairs
- Ross Island New Name: What Is It Called Now?August 20, 2026The island of Ross Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands which holds much importance historically is now called as the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep. This island has been renamed in December 2018 for ...Read more
- Maharashtra GI Tags: Check the Complete List of Famous ProductsAugust 20, 2026In the State of Maharashtra there are many traditional products, agriculture produce, textiles, handicrafts, and food items available which have been given the status of Geographical Indication Tags (GI Tags). These tags represent products that ...Read more
- NH-22 Four-Laning: Muzaffarpur-Sitamarhi Project ExplainedAugust 20, 2026NH-22 Four-Laning Project in Bihar is sanctioned by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The project envisages development of a four-lane stretch of NH-22 from Muzaffarpur to ...Read more
- World Mosquito Day 2026: History, Diseases, Symptoms and PreventionAugust 20, 2026World Mosquito Day 2026 is celebrated on August 20 to bring attention to the dangers of mosquito bites, including various diseases that these insects carry. Dengue fever, malaria, and chikungunya are just a few mosquito-borne ...Read more
- International Criminal Court Explained: What Is the ICC and How Does It Work?August 20, 2026Recently, the US government has slapped sanctions on the President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Tomoko Akane of Japan, and the Senior Trial Lawyer of the ICC, Abdoulaye Seye of Senegal, signaling an important ...Read more
- 65th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament Opens in New DelhiAugust 20, 2026Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026 began in the National Capital , New Delhi from 18th of August 2026 with 108 teams participating in three different age categories at the prestigious junior level competition. This ...Read more
- Hunger Hotspots 2026: Which 13 Countries Face Severe Food Crisis?August 20, 2026As per the latest Hunger Hotspots report of 2026, which is a joint initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Food Programme (FAO-WFP), identifies 13 countries and territories where there is an ...Read more
- Amit Shah to Chair Southern Zonal Council Meeting on 20th AugustAugust 20, 2026The 31st Southern Zonal Council (SZC) meeting will be presided over by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on August 20, 2026, in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. The meeting will see the participation ...Read more
- What is SAVE America Act? Why US President Trump Cites India’s Voter ID SystemAugust 20, 2026US President Donald Trump, who is advocating for the SAVE America Act, a bill that calls for tough voter registration requirements in federal elections, has done it again, but this time using India’s electoral system ...Read more
- Viksit Bharat Quiz 2026 on MyGov: Registration, Quiz Questions, Rewards and CertificateAugust 20, 2026The Viksit Bharat Quiz 2026 on MyGov gives citizens an opportunity to test their knowledge of India’s development journey and the vision of a developed India. The quiz is organised in coordination with the Viksit ...Read more
- Indian Akshay Urja Day 2026: Aim, Importance and CelebrationAugust 20, 2026The Indian Akshay Urja Day 2026 is celebrated on August 20th, this day raise the awareness about renewable energy and promote the use of clean and sustainable energy sources. The phrase “Akshay Urja” stands for ...Read more
- FPI vs FDI: What Is the Difference and How Do They Affect India’s Economy?August 20, 2026When foreign money enters India, it can have a major impact on businesses, financial markets and the overall economy. But not all foreign investment works in the same way. Two important forms of foreign investment ...Read more
- Sadbhavana Diwas 2026: How Rajiv Gandhi Became PM and Shaped Modern IndiaAugust 20, 2026Sadbhavana Diwas is celebrated every year on August 20 in honor of the birthday of former Prime Minister of India, Rajiv Gandhi. The day is linked with the themes of peace, national unity, harmonious relations ...Read more
- Tamil Nadu Extends Maternity Leave to 365 Days for Third ChildAugust 19, 2026The government of Tamil Nadu has made a major policy shift with respect to maternity leave, offering women government employees who have had their third baby leave for 365 days as compared to the earlier ...Read more
Important Days 2026
- World Mosquito Day 2026: History, Diseases, Symptoms and Prevention August 20, 2026
- Indian Akshay Urja Day 2026: Aim, Importance and Celebration August 20, 2026
- Sadbhavana Diwas 2026: How Rajiv Gandhi Became PM and Shaped Modern India August 20, 2026
- World Humanitarian Day 2026: Theme, History and Significance August 19, 2026
- Subhas Chandra Bose Death Anniversary 2026: Biography and Legacy August 18, 2026
- Independence Day 2026: Date, History, Theme and Significance August 15, 2026
General Knowledge 2026
Maharashtra GI Tags: Check the Complete List of Famous ProductsAugust 20, 2026In the State of Maharashtra there are many traditional products, agriculture produce, textiles, handicrafts, and food items available which have been given the status of ...
International Criminal Court Explained: What Is the ICC and How Does It Work?August 20, 2026Recently, the US government has slapped sanctions on the President of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Tomoko Akane of Japan, and the Senior Trial Lawyer ...
Viksit Bharat Quiz 2026 on MyGov: Registration, Quiz Questions, Rewards and CertificateAugust 20, 2026The Viksit Bharat Quiz 2026 on MyGov gives citizens an opportunity to test their knowledge of India’s development journey and the vision of a developed ...
Who Was the First Photographer of India?August 19, 2026World Photography Day is a day celebrated on 19th August every year in remembrance of the history, evolution, and significance of photography. India has some ...
UP Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarojgar Yojana 2026: Eligibility, Benefits, Documents and How to ApplyAugust 19, 2026The UP Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarojgar Yojana 2026 is a self-employment scheme by the Uttar Pradesh government meant to help unemployed, educated youths set up their ...
Which State is the Largest Producer of Coconut in India?August 19, 2026The coconut industry in India is fast becoming a crucial component of the agriculture sector in India, livelihood of many Indians, and exports from India. ...
Census 2027 Explained: Which Census Is It? Check All Indian Census YearsAugust 19, 2026The Census of India 2027 marks an important milestone in the country’s demographic history. It will be India’s 16th Census overall and the 8th Census ...
