Daily Current Affairs and GK | 3 April 2026

Topic: Awards and Prizes

1. President Droupadi Murmu has approved the 'President's Police Colours' award for the Odisha Police.

• The Ministry of Home Affairs informed the Chief Secretary of this decision on March 30.
• DGP YB Khurana stated that this award is conferred only once.
• He emphasized that the Odisha Police has earned this honor through its collective hard work.
• The 'President's Police Colours' is also referred to as 'Nishaan'. It is the highest honor bestowed upon any police force in India.
• This award recognizes exceptional service and gallantry. It also commends professionalism and dedication to duty over a prolonged period of service.
• The award is represented in the form of a special flag. This flag is worn on the left sleeve of the police uniform.
• To be eligible for this award, it is mandatory for any armed force or police unit to have completed at least 25 years of distinguished service.

Topic: Defence

2. India's defence exports hit a record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26.

• A record level of defence exports amounting to ₹38,424 crore in the financial year 2025–26 has been achieved by India.
• This represents a significant increase of ₹14,802 crore compared to ₹23,622 crore recorded in the previous financial year.
• A strong growth rate of 62.66% in defence exports has been registered, indicating a substantial expansion in India’s defence manufacturing and export capabilities.
• The total contribution to defence exports has been shared between Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) at 54.84% and private sector firms at 45.16%, highlighting balanced participation across sectors.
• A remarkable surge of 151% in exports by DPSUs has been observed, while private sector exports have grown by 14%, showing varying but positive growth trends in both segments.
• In value terms, exports worth ₹21,071 crore have been contributed by DPSUs, increasing sharply from ₹8,389 crore.
• While private firms exported goods worth ₹17,353 crore, an increase from ₹15,233 crore last year.
• A nearly threefold increase in defence exports over the past five years has been recorded, indicating sustained progress in strengthening India’s global defence trade presence.
• Defence equipment has been exported to more than 80 countries during FY 2025–26, demonstrating the expanding international reach and acceptance of Indian defence products.
• The number of registered defence exporters has increased from 128 to 145, reflecting growing participation and confidence of industries in the export ecosystem.