🗞️ Daily Current Affairs – 16-04-2026

🇮🇳 National News

  • 🗳️ Rajya Sabha election voting has begun; polling is being held for 37 seats across the country.
  • 💼 The CCFS-2026 scheme has been launched to support companies, offering up to 90% waiver on late filing fees.
  • 🤖 An AI Summit in India is being conducted, attracting potential global tech investments.

🌍 International News

  • 🌏 The South Korean President is scheduled to visit India and Vietnam soon.
  • ⚔️ Rising tensions between the US and Iran are impacting the global economy, with oil prices increasing.
  • ⚡ The UK is planning to reduce gas usage and focus more on renewable energy by 2030.

💰 Economy & Business

  • 📈 Indian stock markets opened on a positive note, with the Sensex showing gains.
  • 🌧️ India is expected to receive below-normal monsoon rainfall in 2026, which may affect agriculture.

🌡️ Environment

  • 🔥 Severe heatwave conditions are being reported in Maharashtra, with temperatures crossing 40°C.

📚 Important Point

  • 📅 Today marks Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi, an important day in the Hindu calendar.

🎯 Key Points for Exams

✔ Rajya Sabha Elections – 37 seats
✔ CCFS-2026 – 90% fee waiver
✔ AI Summit – Boost to India’s tech sector
✔ Below-normal monsoon forecast
✔ Stock market gains

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