5 May 2026 Current Affairs: Banking, SSC & Gov Exam

5 May 2026 Current Affairs | Daily GK for Banking, SSC & Government Exams

Staying updated with daily current affairs is essential for cracking competitive exams like SBI PO, IBPS Clerk, SSC CGL, CHSL, RRB NTPC, and State PSC. Below are the most important news stories of 5 May 2026, explained in detail with static GK portions — in both English and Hindi.

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1. EPFO Launches E-PRAAPTI Platform

English

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to launch a new digital platform called E-PRAAPTI — which stands for EPF Aadhaar-based Access Portal for Tracking Inoperative Accounts. This portal will help members identify, track, and activate their old EPF accounts that are not yet linked to a Universal Account Number (UAN).

The mechanism will use Aadhaar-based authentication to allow secure, paperless access to dormant accounts. According to official data, there are 31.83 lakh inoperative EPFO accounts — about 41% of which have been idle for 5–10 years and nearly 22% for over 20 years. In FY 2025–26, EPFO settled a total of 8.31 crore claims, compared to 6.01 crore in FY 2024–25.

• Full Form: EPF Aadhaar-based Access Portal for Tracking Inoperative Accounts
• Parent Body: Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)
• Ministry: Ministry of Labour and Employment
• Authentication: Aadhaar-based mechanism
• Purpose: Track and activate old, inoperative EPF accounts

Static GK — EPFO

• EPFO was established in 1952 under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.
• Headquarters: New Delhi
• UAN (Universal Account Number) was introduced to simplify EPF portability for employees.

हिंदी — ई-PRAAPTI प्लेटफॉर्म

कर्मचारी भविष्य निधि संगठन (EPFO) एक नया डिजिटल प्लेटफॉर्म ई-PRAAPTI लॉन्च करने जा रहा है, जो आधार-आधारित प्रमाणीकरण के ज़रिए पुराने और निष्क्रिय EPF खातों को UAN से जोड़ने में मदद करेगा। इस समय 31.83 लाख निष्क्रिय खाते हैं, जिनमें से 41% पिछले 5–10 वर्षों से बंद हैं।

• EPFO की स्थापना: 1952
• मुख्यालय: नई दिल्ली
• मंत्रालय: श्रम एवं रोजगार मंत्रालय

2. Karnataka Launches India's First State-Led SpaceTech CoE

English

The Government of Karnataka launched India's first state-led Centre of Excellence for Space Technology (CoE SpaceTech Foundation) in Bengaluru. The centre was set up by the Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS) in collaboration with the SatCom Industry Association of India (SIA-India).

The CoE aims to bridge the gap between space research and commercial applications. It focuses on satellite-based services for agriculture, climate monitoring, disaster management, connectivity, life sciences, and national security. Strategic MoUs were signed with institutions including Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Helogen Corporation, Dassault Systèmes, and the Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises (ABLE).

• Launched by: Government of Karnataka
• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka
• Nodal Agency: KITS (Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society)
• Partner: SIA-India (SatCom Industry Association of India)
• Focus areas: Agriculture, climate, disaster, defence, life sciences

Static GK — India's Space Sector

• ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) was founded in 1969. Headquarters: Bengaluru.
• IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre) regulates the private space sector.
• India's first satellite: Aryabhata (1975)
• Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed near the Moon's south pole on 23 August 2023.

हिंदी — कर्नाटक का SpaceTech CoE

कर्नाटक सरकार ने बेंगलुरु में भारत का पहला राज्य-नेतृत्व वाला अंतरिक्ष प्रौद्योगिकी उत्कृष्टता केंद्र (CoE SpaceTech) लॉन्च किया। इसे KITS और SIA-India के सहयोग से स्थापित किया गया है। यह केंद्र अंतरिक्ष अनुसंधान, स्टार्टअप इन्क्यूबेशन और व्यावसायीकरण को बढ़ावा देगा।

3. India Deploys BHISHM Cube (Aarogya Maitri) in Jamaica

English

India deployed its Aarogya Maitri (BHISHM Cube) healthcare system in Jamaica in April 2026, marking a major milestone in India's Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) diplomacy. This initiative was guided by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) and coordinated with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

The BHISHM Cube — which stands for Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita and Maitri — is described as the world's first portable, modular hospital. It comprises 72 mini-cubes forming specialised pods that include an operation theatre, a mini-ICU, ventilators, diagnostics tools, and basic utilities. The entire system can be deployed in under 12 minutes and is capable of treating up to 200 patients over a 48-hour period.

• Full Form: Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita and Maitri
• Type: World's first portable modular hospital
• Components: 72 mini-cubes (2 mother cubes)
• Deployment time: Under 12 minutes
• Capacity: 200 patients for 48 hours
• Deployed in: Jamaica (Caribbean / CARICOM region)
• Guided by: NSCS, MEA

Static GK — India's HADR Initiatives

• HADR = Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief
• Aarogya = Health (Sanskrit); Maitri = Friendship (Sanskrit)
• CARICOM = Caribbean Community, a regional intergovernmental organisation of 15 member states.
• RailTel and Green Genome India Pvt. Ltd. support deployment and technical services.

हिंदी — BHISHM क्यूब / आरोग्य मैत्री

भारत ने अप्रैल 2026 में जमैका में अपनी आरोग्य मैत्री (BHISHM Cube) स्वास्थ्य प्रणाली तैनात की। यह दुनिया का पहला पोर्टेबल, मॉड्यूलर अस्पताल है जिसे 12 मिनट से भी कम समय में तैनात किया जा सकता है और 48 घंटे तक 200 मरीजों का इलाज किया जा सकता है। BHISHM = भारत स्वास्थ्य पहल सहयोग, हित एवं मैत्री।

4. CINBAX-II — India–Cambodia Joint Military Exercise

English

The Indian Army and the Royal Cambodian Army commenced the second edition of their bilateral military exercise, CINBAX-II, on 4 May 2026. The 13-day exercise is being held at the Techo Sen Phnom Thom Mreas Prov Royal Cambodian Air Force Training Centre in Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia. The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations and UN peacekeeping readiness.

• Exercise name: CINBAX-II (2nd edition)
• Participating nations: India and Cambodia
• Duration: 13 days
• Location: Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia
• Focus: Counter-terrorism, joint tactical training, UN peacekeeping

Static GK — India's Major Military Exercises

• Mitra Shakti — India and Sri Lanka
• Shakti — India and France
• Yudh Abhyas — India and USA
• Garuda Shakti — India and Indonesia
• Tasman Saber — India, Australia, USA

हिंदी — CINBAX-II सैन्य अभ्यास

भारतीय सेना और रॉयल कंबोडियन सेना ने 4 मई 2026 को CINBAX-II अभ्यास शुरू किया। यह 13 दिनों का द्विपक्षीय सैन्य अभ्यास है जो कंबोडिया के Kampong Speu प्रांत में आयोजित हो रहा है। इसका उद्देश्य आतंकवाद-रोधी ऑपरेशन और UN शांतिरक्षा तत्परता है।

5. Model Code of Conduct — PM Broadcast Controversy

English

A Prime Minister's broadcast on April 18, 2026, triggered debate about a possible violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), particularly regarding the use of publicly funded media platforms — Doordarshan, All India Radio (AIR), and Sansad TV — during an active election period. The MCC is a set of guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India to regulate the conduct of political parties and candidates during elections.

• Issued by: Election Commission of India (ECI)
• Constitutional backing: Article 324
• Relevant law: Representation of the People Act, 1951
• Key principle: No misuse of official machinery or public exchequer for political advantage

Static GK — Election Commission of India

• ECI established: 25 January 1950 (National Voters' Day)
• Article 324: Vests superintendence, direction, and control of elections in ECI.
• MCC has no statutory backing but carries strong moral and political weight.

हिंदी — आदर्श आचार संहिता विवाद

18 अप्रैल 2026 को प्रधानमंत्री के प्रसारण को लेकर आदर्श आचार संहिता (MCC) उल्लंघन का विवाद खड़ा हुआ। दूरदर्शन, AIR और संसद TV जैसे सार्वजनिक मीडिया का चुनाव के दौरान उपयोग पर सवाल उठे। MCC भारत निर्वाचन आयोग द्वारा जारी दिशानिर्देश हैं।

6. India's Natural Farming Expansion Target

English

India has set a target to expand chemical-free natural farming to 3.25 million hectares by FY 2030–31, up from the current coverage of approximately 8.8 lakh hectares. The plan includes setting up 65,000 clusters (each of 50 hectares), supported by 5,000 Bio-Input Resource Centres (BRCs) and 26,000 Community Resource Persons (CRPs). This initiative aligns with India's NDCs under the Paris Agreement by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from fertiliser use.

• Target area: 3.25 million hectares by FY31
• Current coverage: ~8.8 lakh hectares
• Infrastructure: 65,000 clusters, 5,000 BRCs, 26,000 CRPs
• Constitutional angle: Article 48A (environmental protection), Article 21 (right to life)

हिंदी — प्राकृतिक खेती विस्तार

भारत ने FY2030–31 तक रासायन-मुक्त प्राकृतिक खेती को 32.5 लाख हेक्टेयर तक विस्तारित करने का लक्ष्य रखा है। इस योजना में 65,000 क्लस्टर, 5,000 जैव-इनपुट संसाधन केंद्र और 26,000 सामुदायिक संसाधन व्यक्ति शामिल हैं।

7. Project Deepak — BRO 66th Raising Day

English

Project Deepak, a key executive wing of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), celebrated its 66th Raising Day on 4 May 2026 in Shimla. It is responsible for strategic road construction and maintenance in the Western Himalayas of Himachal Pradesh, ensuring year-round connectivity to border areas.

• Year of Raising: 1961
• Headquarters: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
• Parent body: Border Roads Organisation (BRO), Ministry of Defence

Static GK — BRO

• BRO established: 7 May 1960
• Motto: Shramena Sarvam Sadhyam
• Built world's highest motorable road at Umling La Pass (19,300 ft), Ladakh.

हिंदी — प्रोजेक्ट दीपक, BRO का 66वाँ स्थापना दिवस

BRO के महत्वपूर्ण विंग प्रोजेक्ट दीपक ने 4 मई 2026 को शिमला में अपना 66वाँ स्थापना दिवस मनाया। BRO की स्थापना 7 मई 1960 को हुई थी और इसका आदर्श वाक्य है — श्रमेण सर्वम् साध्यम्।

8. Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 MoUs

English

The Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) signed reform-linked MoUs with Uttarakhand, Karnataka, and Tripura under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 to achieve 100% tap water coverage by 2028. The model promotes Gram Panchayat-led water governance with digital dashboard-based monitoring.

• Uttarakhand: ~98% coverage
• Karnataka: ~87% coverage
• Tripura: ~86% coverage
• Target: 100% tap water by 2028
• Ministry: Ministry of Jal Shakti

हिंदी — जल जीवन मिशन 2.0

जल शक्ति मंत्रालय ने JJM 2.0 के तहत उत्तराखंड (~98%), कर्नाटक (~87%) और त्रिपुरा (~86%) के साथ MoU पर हस्ताक्षर किए। लक्ष्य है 2028 तक 100% नल-जल आपूर्ति।

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