National News
Which Indian city officially hosted the high-profile 2nd India-AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam to outline the global governance framework for Artificial Intelligence?
Answer: New Delhi
The Union Finance Minister formally launched the next phase of the asset monetization pipeline for central ministries and public sector entities under what name in February 2026?
Answer: National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 (NMP 2.0)
Which village in Maharashtra created a national benchmark for social equality by officially passing a gram sabha resolution declaring itself a “caste-free village”?
Answer: Soundala
India’s first compliance-based carbon market framework was rolled out by the Ministry of Power to enforce mandatory emission targets under which new scheme?
Answer: Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS)
Whose historic statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan was officially replaced with a monument dedicated to C. Rajagopalachari, the last Governor-General of India?
Answer: Edwin Lutyens
Which historical bio-engineered site in Northeast India had its official nomination dossier submitted by India to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre for evaluation?
Answer: The Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya
The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) released its Annual Report, restoring comprehensive social representation statistics after an administrative gap of how many years?
Answer: Six years
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the National Health Fair 2026 to promote traditional Indian medicine systems. In which district and state was it held?
Answer: Shegaon (Buldhana District), Maharashtra
Where was the massive PLASTINDIA 2026 international plastic exhibition and conference organized?
Answer: New Delhi
According to a Supreme Court ruling delivered in February 2026, menstrual health and workplace policy protections are implicitly covered under which fundamental right of the Indian Constitution?
Answer: Right to Life (Article 21)
Punjab Current Affairs
The Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) appointed its first-ever woman technocrat to a top-tier administrative role as Director (Commercial). Who is she?
Answer: Harsharan Kaur Trehan
On February 1, 2026, Punjab observed a state-level gazetted regional holiday marking the birth anniversary of which prominent historical spiritual leader and social reformer?
Answer: Sri Guru Ravidas Ji
The Punjab government announced an allocation for specialized cold-storage and processing infrastructure to bolster the export of its signature agricultural crop varieties under which mission?
Answer: Export Promotion Mission
Which major state-sponsored multi-tier tournament concluded its grand finale in Punjab to scout and showcase rural athletic talent across track-and-field events?
Answer: Khedan Watan Punjab Diyan
The Punjab government announced a major structural upgradation program for the state’s primary healthcare networks under which central health infrastructure framework?
Answer: PM-ABHIM (Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission)
International Affairs
Who became the first Indian leader to be officially conferred with the Speaker of the Knesset Medal, the top parliamentary honor of Israel?
Answer: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Which two nations formally signed the milestone Pax Silica Declaration at the AI Impact Summit 2026 to govern semiconductor supply chains and digital infrastructure safety?
Answer: India and the United States
The sovereign territorial control over the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean was a focal point of advanced diplomatic resolution and security treaties between which two international powers?
Answer: The United Kingdom and Mauritius
Which country officially launched a cross-border military counter-operation named “Operation Ghazab lil-Haq,” targeting cross-border assets following frontier skirmishes?
Answer: Pakistan
Which international city hosted world leaders, tech CEOs, and policy experts for the World Government Summit 2026?
Answer: Dubai, UAE
Mia Mottley secured a historic political milestone by extending her leadership tenure as the Prime Minister of which nation?
Answer: Barbados
Which major economic power announced a strategic $12 Billion critical minerals stockpile to decouple its high-tech industry from single-source foreign supply dependencies?
Answer: United States
India hosted its inaugural high-level diplomatic congregation of the year to align multilateral positions among global emerging economies. Which specific meeting did New Delhi host?
Answer: First BRICS Sherpas Meeting
The UN Road Safety Fund launched the Sustainable Road Safety Financing Project in February 2026 to reduce transit accidents. Which country was selected as the primary launchpad for this project phase?
Answer: India
Government Schemes
What is the name of the newly launched centralized digital platform that replaced the old Online Computerised Monitoring System (OCMS-2006) to track and analyze large-scale national infrastructure projects in real-time?
Answer: PAIMANA (Project Assessment, Infrastructure Monitoring & Analytics for Nation-building)
The Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), operating under the Department of Telecommunications, executed a strategic pact with which state government for the expedited rollout of the amended BharatNet Programme?
Answer: Andhra Pradesh
The central government introduced an eco-centric infrastructure initiative requiring the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to cultivate pollinator-friendly green patches along expressways. What are these corridors called?
Answer: Bee Corridors
The Ministry of Development of Northeastern Region announced enhanced infrastructure financing allocations under the updated structural layout of which development scheme?
Answer: Vibrant Villages Programme-II
The Ministry of Science & Technology launched an interactive online registry during the 40th foundation day of the Department of Biotechnology. What is the name of this portal?
Answer: SUJVIKA Portal
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) issued a strict framework targeting online platforms that utilize deceptive design layouts to manipulate consumer purchases. What are these predatory design patterns called?
Answer: Dark Patterns
The Union Budget introduced a major structural classification to boost creative and cultural industries, software development, and digital arts. What color-coded term describes this segment of the economy?
Answer: Orange Economy
Which national ministry organized and drove the multi-city “Nari Shakti Vandan Run” to promote physical fitness and celebrate women’s leadership?
Answer: Ministry of Women and Child Development
Economy & Banking
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) announced a formal recalculation of India’s macroeconomic metrics by implementing a new base year for GDP computation. What is the updated base year?
Answer: 2022-23
The Reserve Bank of India gave its regulatory approval for Rajan Bajaj to take the helm as the Managing Director & CEO of which newly integrated banking institution?
Answer: slice Small Finance Bank
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a member of the World Bank Group, issued an international guarantee worth $197.67 million to Citibank to back which major public sector bank’s rooftop solar financing framework?
Answer: State Bank of India (SBI)
A major banking fraud involving an estimated ₹590 crore hit IDFC First Bank, resulting in immediate de-empanelment actions by which state government?
Answer: Haryana Government
Under the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) guidelines released by the central government, what minimum percentage of a development project’s total cost must be mobilized through market sources like municipal bonds or PPPs?
Answer: 50%
Under the Reserve Bank of India’s updated Default Loss Guarantee (DLG) guidelines for digital lending partnerships, fintech guarantees provided to banks and NBFCs are strictly capped at what percentage?
Answer: 5%
According to the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) Overseas Direct Investment framework, an Indian enterprise can invest abroad up to a maximum limit of how many times its total net worth or $1 billion (whichever is lower)?
Answer: Four times
The Reserve Bank of India established its second major greenfield data center and corporate cybersecurity institute to protect digital payment systems like UPI. Where is this facility located?
Answer: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Which financial entity was chosen by the Reserve Bank of India to see Vinay Tonse appointed to a critical leadership role as MD & CEO?
Answer: YES Bank
Which bank crossed the historic landmark of ₹1 lakh crore in total business during the current fiscal period, securing its status as India’s largest Urban Co-operative Bank (UCB)?
Answer: Saraswat Co-operative Bank
What is the name of the prepaid digital wallet facility launched by the RBI to allow foreign nationals traveling to India to experience seamless UPI transactions without a local bank account?
Answer: UPI One World
Science & Technology
Which premier Indian research body successfully executed advanced high-velocity recovery tests of the drogue parachute system designed for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission?
Answer: Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
India’s first commercial semiconductor ATMP (Assembly, Test, Mark, and Package) plant developed by Micron Technology was officially operationalized at which location?
Answer: Sanand, Gujarat
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeITy) expanded its native language translation ecosystem by launching an advanced open-source voice AI framework. What is the name of this stack?
Answer: VoicERA Voice AI Stack on BHASHINI
Which defense research installation successfully demonstrated the Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) missile propulsion technology, boosting India’s long-range air-to-air interception capabilities?
Answer: DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation)
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) successfully developed and cleared clinical phases for India’s first completely indigenous vaccine to target which severe tick-borne viral hemorrhagic disease?
Answer: Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD)
ISRO announced the final selection of the landing zone for its upcoming automated sample-return lunar exploration. Which area of the Moon has been selected for the Chandrayaan-4 lander?
Answer: South Polar Region of the Moon
NASA’s deep-space exploratory spacecraft achieved a monumental milestone by setting a new world record for the longest distance traveled by a human-rated capsule in space. Name the mission.
Answer: Artemis II
Which specialized climate and ocean monitoring satellite mission launched by NASA successfully beamed back its initial advanced hyperspectral data?
Answer: PACE Satellite Mission
Scientists and quantum physicists achieved a technical breakthrough by discovering over 17,000 unique structural varieties of a specific light property. What are these patterns called?
Answer: Topological Patterns in Entangled Light
Which AI assistant was launched by AMUL to assist dairy farmers with digital livestock feeding algorithms and veterinary health advisories?
Answer: Sarlaben AI
Sports
Which cricket team scripted a historic milestone by reaching its first-ever Ranji Trophy final appearance in 66 years during the domestic cricket season?
Answer: Jammu & Kashmir
Which elite Indian batter became the fastest player in the history of the Ranji Trophy tournament to cross the milestone of 10,000 career runs?
Answer: Paras Dogra
Which nation hosted the final matches and concluding ceremonies of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026?
Answer: Sri Lanka
Who was honored as the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year for her exceptional consistency and elite international podium finishes?
Answer: Aditi Swami
Which Indian cricket icon was officially appointed by the United Nations as the UN Global Road Safety Champion to back the global #MakeASafetyStatement campaign?
Answer: Sachin Tendulkar
Which country hosted the highly anticipated Badminton Asia Team Championships 2026?
Answer: China (Qingdao)
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker delivered an elite performance at the Asian Shooting Championships 2026 held in New Delhi. Which medal did she secure in the 25m pistol event?
Answer: Silver Medal
Which state emerged victorious, claiming the women’s gold medal at the Para Throwball National Federation Cup 2026?
Answer: Jharkhand
Which team clinched the title at the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 tournament championship?
Answer: Haryana Thunders
Awards & Honours
Which Manipuri-language cinematic masterpiece, directed by Laxmipriya Devi, created history by winning the prestigious Best Children’s & Family Film honor at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA 2026)?
Answer: Boong
Which iconic Indian educational activist and community development leader was officially announced as the winner of the global-tier Global Teacher Prize for creative instructional outreach?
Answer: Rouble Nagi
Which legendary business magnate and banking pioneer was officially appointed as the Chairman of the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) Board of Directors?
Answer: Uday Kotak
Which renowned Indian-origin atmospheric scientist was awarded the prestigious Crafoord Prize 2026 for pioneering insights into climate systems and aerosol impacts?
Answer: Veerabhadran Ramanathan
Three priceless South Indian sacred bronze sculptures (including a 10th-century Shiva Nataraja) were officially repatriated to India following successful restitution claims. Which ancient dynasty crafted the oldest of these masterpieces?
Answer: Chola Dynasty
The Paari School of Business at SRM University AP earned elite accolades in national management rankings. Which specific rank category did it top?
Answer: No. 1 in the Top Emerging B-School Category
Books & Authors
The Vice-President of India officially unveiled a comprehensive biographical and philosophical volume documenting the social reform legacy of which iconic saint and philosopher? Answer: Sree Narayana Guru
Which legendary literary figure, writing under the celebrated pen name Mani Sankar Mukhopadhyay, was honored with a lifetime achievement publication award for his contributions to Indian vernacular fiction? Answer: Sankar
Who authored the highly acclaimed, newly launched non-fiction political and economic book titled Reclaiming Incredible? Answer: Naveen Kundu
The landmark publication detailing India’s administrative transformation, titled The Evolution of Inclusive Bureaucracy, was compiled based on the historical disclosures of which major oversight body’s annual reporting? Answer: Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
Important Days
Indian Coast Guard Day marked a historic milestone by celebrating which major anniversary of the maritime security force’s inception on February 1?
Answer: 50th Anniversary (Golden Jubilee)
World Wetlands Day is celebrated globally on February 2. What was the official global theme chosen for World Wetlands Day 2026?
Answer: Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage
World Cancer Day is observed every year on which specific date to raise awareness and close the care gap?
Answer: February 4
Every year, World Radio Day is observed globally on which specific date to celebrate the power of audio communication and information broadcasting?
Answer: February 13
On February 27, the Prime Minister and the nation paid rich tributes to a legendary revolutionary leader on his martyrdom anniversary. Name the leader who vowed never to be captured alive by the colonial police.
Answer: Chandrashekhar Azad
Defence
The Indian Navy formally assumed operational command of the international Combined Task Force 154 (CTF 154) under the 47-nation Combined Maritime Forces structure. What is the primary operational mandate of CTF 154?
Answer: Maritime Security Training and Capacity Building
Which newly constructed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) was officially commissioned into active service by the Indian Navy at an elite naval ceremony?
Answer: INS Anjadip
The Indian Navy hosted the massive, multi-nation naval engagement exercise titled MILAN 2026. Which coastal city served as the primary operational hub for this dynamic maritime gathering?
Answer: Visakhapatnam
The Indian Army Special Forces and the United States Army Green Berets commenced the 16th edition of their high-intensity joint military exercise. What is the name of this exercise?
Answer: Vajra Prahar 2026
The Military Nursing Service (MNS) achieved a long-standing administrative victory when its retired officers were officially granted what formal status by the Ministry of Defence?
Answer: Ex-Servicemen Status
The Indian Navy launched its first indigenously designed and built Cadet Training Ship (CTS) at the L&T Shipyard in Kattupalli. What is the name of this state-of-the-art training vessel?
Answer: ‘Krishna’
The Indian Army successfully conducted advanced live-fire test drills of its Strela-10 weapon system at the Pokhran field firing ranges. What category of defense system is the Strela-10?
Answer: VSHORADS (Very Short Range Air Defence System)
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) advanced the production of the ‘Rudra’ helicopter variant for high-altitude strike missions. The Rudra is the armed iteration of which indigenous helicopter platform?
Answer: Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv
What is the name of the high-octane joint military training exercise conducted between the special forces of India and Kyrgyzstan?
Answer: KHANJAR-XIII
Which state hosted the high-voltage Indian Air Force mega combat training exercise named Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026?
Answer: Rajasthan
Environment & Ecology
According to the 3rd edition of the States’ Electricity Transition (SET) Report 2026 released by IEEFA and Ember, which three Indian states emerged as the absolute frontrunners in green hydrogen production and electric vehicle (EV) adoption?
Answer: Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan
Which major ecological sanctuary in Bihar was formally designated as a Ramsar Site of international importance, significantly upgrading the state’s wetland protection status?
Answer: Patna Bird Sanctuary
A comprehensive scientific assessment confirmed that Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve serves as a premier, unexpected ecological stronghold for which elusive, threatened wild mammal?
Answer: Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus)
The Palamu Tiger Reserve in Jharkhand launched a grassroots community conservation initiative to train local tribal women as forest protectors and wildlife monitors. What is the name of this program?
Answer: ‘Vanjeevi Didi’ Initiative
A unique, miniaturized new species of marine life named the “Tiny Squat Lobster” was discovered by marine biologists off the coast of which Indian coral archipelago?
Answer: Lakshadweep
Which seasonal saline wetland in the Rann of Kutch region was officially designated as Gujarat’s fifth Ramsar site, boosting global desert biodiversity conservation?
Answer: Chhari-Dhand Wetland
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) officially upheld the environmental clearance framework for a massive multi-billion infrastructure asset installation down south. Name the project.
Answer: Great Nicobar Project
Which state became the second in India to release a highly detailed, open-source regional bird geographic mapping framework called the State Bird Atlas?
Answer: Goa
Which wildlife sanctuary located in Jharkhand gained national attention for its integrated eco-tourism and leopard relocation safety mapping trials?
Answer: Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary
Appointments & Resignations
Who took charge as the Director General of Naval Armament (DGNA) to lead India’s indigenization and production safety protocols for maritime weapons systems?
Answer: Divakar Jayant
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) achieved a historic milestone in gender representation by inducting its first-ever female committee member from Iran. Name her.
Answer: Aghaei Hajiagha
The Ministry of Civil Aviation cleared the executive appointment of which senior administrative leader to serve as the Director (Human Resources) for the Airports Authority of India (AAI)?
Answer: Nivedita Dubey
Following a shift in political dynamics and strategic alignments, who emerged to take the oath of office as the Chief Minister of Manipur?
Answer: Yumnam Khemchand
Which industry pioneer and globally recognized tech executive was named the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Intel?
Answer: Lip-Bu Tan
Reports & Indices
According to the internationally cited Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Index, which European nation secured the absolute top global ranking for systemic gender safety and socio-economic integration?
Answer: Denmark
In the newly published global Network Readiness Index, which evaluates digital infrastructure adoption, governance, and economic impact, India made a significant leap to rank within which top tier of developing nations?
Answer: Top 50 Nations Globally
According to the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) report, which country consistently maintained its position as the world’s least corrupt public sector ecosystem?
Answer: Denmark
According to the Global Residence Index 2026, which country made a massive leap to enter the top three global destinations for residency-by-investment programs?
Answer: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Which Indian state secured the premier rank at the top of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj’s newly released Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI 2.0)?
Answer: Tripura
In a major global liveability and affordability evaluation, which metropolitan hub was officially ranked as the world’s most affordable city for international students?
Answer: Delhi
Which district became the absolute first in India to achieve historical 100% complete insurance penetration and coverage across its population?
Answer: Alwar District, Rajasthan