Daily Current Affairs – April 22, 2026

Amazon has signed a $30 million (around ₹280 crore) agreement with the Good Rice Alliance, backed by Bayer, Temasek’s GenZero, and Shell, to purchase carbon credits generated by Indian rice farmers, marking one of the largest agricultural carbon credit deals globally and the first of its scale in India. The initiative will cover over 685,000 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions and support more than 13,000 smallholder farmers across…

India’s seafood exports to the US fell 19.8% in volume and 14.5% in value in FY26, hit by reciprocal tariffs, the commerce ministry said. However, overall exports hit a record $8.28 billion. Growth in China, the EU and Southeast Asia helped offset the US decline.

Ashok Gehlot said while the Enforcement Directorate had attached assets in 2019, 2021 and 2024, the process for ensuring the repayment of investors’ money still remains unclear

Iranian government sources told The Hindu that they plan to first reallow overflight operations that will bring a huge respite to all international airlines connecting Europe with Asia, including Indian carriers

Six NSE F&O stocks including Amber Enterprises India, Life Insurance Corporation of India, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Cochin Shipyard, Central Depository Services (India), and Vishal Mega Mart saw 6% rise in futures open interest, signaling heightened trading participation and position-building.

Trent Ltd, a high-valuation Indian retailer, is poised to announce March quarter earnings, with investors keenly observing growth sustainability and profit margins. Despite aggressive store expansion, recent growth has slowed. Brokerages anticipate healthy revenue but mixed margin performance, with potential profit pressure due to cost dynamics and sales events.

One year down the line, Pakistani airspace remains closed, and as more and more airspace becomes unavailable, the impact on Indian aviation continues to be negative. Moreover, the US-Iran conflict has pushed oil prices higher, posing unprecedented challenges.

Warner Chappell Music has launched direct operations in India, enabling local artists to access global collaborations and licensing. Jay Mehta will lead this initiative across South Asia that aims to enhance rights management and support Indian musicians on a global stage.