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Highlights of February 2026 Current Affairs

• The Supreme Court of India held that menstrual health is an inseparable part of the right to life under Article 21 and directed pan-India implementation of the National Menstrual Hygiene Policy for schoolgirls in Classes 6–12, linking dignity, equality, and education with access to menstrual health facilities.
• The judgment emphasized that denial of menstrual hygiene measures amounts to structural discrimination, affecting the right to equality under Article 14 and the right to education under Article 21A, and mandated sensitisation, gender-segregated toilets, and free sanitary napkins in schools.
• India and the World Bank launched the New Country Partnership Framework 2026–2031 with a funding provision of $8–10 billion, focusing on inclusive growth, private sector–led job creation, and sustainable development.
• The framework prioritises rural prosperity, urban transformation, investment in health and education, and strengthening energy security through renewables, green hydrogen, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
• The Economic Survey 2025–26 reported a sharp rise in female labour force participation from 23.3% in 2017–18 to 41.7% in 2023–24, highlighting women’s growing role in entrepreneurship and the economy.
• The Survey also flagged persistent barriers to women’s workforce participation, including unpaid care burden, mobility constraints, high education costs, and limited access to flexible work arrangements, calling for targeted policy action.
• The Central Electricity Authority outlined a roadmap to achieve 100 GW of hydro pumped storage projects by 2035–36, positioning PSPs as critical for grid stability and long-duration energy storage in India’s clean energy transition.
• Indian Railways is accelerating the nationwide rollout of Kavach 4.0, an indigenous automatic train protection system with SIL-4 global safety standards to prevent collisions, signal violations, and overspeeding.
• The Finance Ministry directed Regional Rural Banks to diversify their loan portfolios while maintaining at least 75% priority sector lending, to improve rural credit flow and strengthen agriculture, MSMEs, and financial inclusion.
• India strengthened engagement with the Arab League and added two new Ramsar wetlands—Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand Wetland Reserve in Gujarat—raising the country’s total Ramsar sites to 98 and reinforcing its environmental diplomacy.
• Union Budget 2026–27 introduced targeted measures to promote India’s Orange Economy, covering AVGC, design, fashion, live entertainment, and digital creative industries as key drivers of jobs, exports, and cultural influence.
• The budget proposed support to the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies, Mumbai, and the setting up of AVGC Content Creator Labs in 15,000 secondary schools and 500 colleges to build an early talent pipeline.
• A new National Institute of Design is proposed in the eastern region through the challenge route, expanding India’s design education ecosystem beyond the existing seven NIDs.
• The 16th Finance Commission Report retained states’ share in the divisible pool at 41% and revised horizontal devolution criteria, likely benefiting southern states through inclusion of contribution to GDP.
• To promote fiscal discipline, the 16th Finance Commission recommended a 3% GSDP cap on states’ fiscal deficits, while excluding borrowings under the SASCI scheme from this limit.
• The Union Budget announced a three-pronged strategy to create “Champion MSMEs” through equity support, liquidity enhancement via TReDS reforms, and professional assistance through Corporate Mitras.
• Biopharma SHAKTI was launched with a ₹10,000 crore outlay to position India as a global biopharmaceutical manufacturing hub, focusing on biologics, biosimilars, research capacity, and regulatory strengthening.
• An Integrated Programme for the Textile Sector was unveiled, covering the entire value chain from fibre to fashion, with components such as the National Fibre Scheme, Tex-Eco Initiative, and Samarth 2.0.
• Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual AI-based agricultural platform, was proposed to integrate AgriStack and ICAR knowledge systems to provide real-time, data-driven advisories to farmers and policymakers.
• In science and global affairs, new evidence from NASA’s MESSENGER mission suggested ongoing geological activity on Mercury, while geopolitically, developments included partial reopening of the Rafah crossing and Donetsk’s centrality in Russia–Ukraine negotiations.
• The India–US Trade Agreement (2026) reduced US tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18% and withdrew the additional 25% duty imposed in 2025, easing bilateral trade tensions.
• India committed to increasing imports of US energy, technology, and nuclear equipment worth over US$ 500 billion while gradually lowering tariff and non-tariff barriers.
• The agreement is expected to strengthen MSMEs, farmers, and skilled workers, and boost access to advanced technologies in defence, energy, and manufacturing.
• The National Statistics Office will conduct an all-India Migration Survey from July 2026 to June 2027 to generate detailed data on internal migration patterns.
• Recent data shows high female migration (around 47.9%), mainly due to marriage, while male migration is driven largely by employment opportunities.
• India and the League of Arab States adopted the Delhi Declaration to enhance cooperation on security, trade, connectivity, and multilateral governance.
• The declaration reaffirmed support for Palestine, condemned attacks in Yemen, and highlighted the STREAM initiative for maritime and logistics connectivity.
• The Union Budget 2026–27 announced Dedicated Rare Earth Corridors in four states to strengthen domestic production of Rare Earth Permanent Magnets.
• The 16th Finance Commission recommended including heatwaves and lightning strikes as nationally notified disasters to improve relief and preparedness.
• India aims to reduce its debt-to-GDP ratio to about 50% by 2030–31, while rising 10-year bond yields at around 6.77% reflect tighter financial conditions and higher borrowing costs.
• The Supreme Court questioned Meta and WhatsApp over their 2021 privacy policy, with concerns that forced data sharing within the Meta group amounts to abuse of dominant market position and undermines informed user consent
• The case highlights tensions between competition law, digital market dominance, and privacy rights, alongside gaps in India’s DPDP Act regarding users’ share in the economic value of their data
• The Union Budget 2026–27 positions the capital goods sector as a driver of investment-led growth through higher public capex, indigenous manufacturing of precision tools, and support for infrastructure equipment like tunnel boring machines
• A ₹10,000 crore push for container manufacturing and customs duty relief for clean energy and critical mineral equipment aim to reduce import dependence and strengthen supply chains
• The government plans to transform PACS into multipurpose rural service hubs, expanding their role beyond credit into storage, processing, digital services, and agricultural input distribution
• Cooperative sector reforms, including PACS computerisation, model bye-laws, and greater representation of women and SC/ST members, seek to modernise and democratise rural cooperative institutions
• MPLADS continues as a ₹5 crore per MP annual scheme for creating durable community assets, but faces criticism over fund utilisation, monitoring weaknesses, and calls for structural reforms
• The possible expiry of the New START Treaty threatens to remove the last binding cap on U.S. and Russian strategic nuclear arsenals, raising risks of renewed arms racing and reduced global nuclear transparency
• Agriculture and allied sectors recorded strong GVA growth of 10.4 percent in 2024–25, reinforcing the sector’s rising contribution to the economy and prompting higher budget allocation for farm welfare
• A 75 percent budget increase for the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme signals a deeper push to build a self-reliant electronics ecosystem, boost exports, and cut dependence on imported components
• The Supreme Court questioned Meta and WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy, citing concerns over forced data sharing within the Meta group. The case raises issues of market dominance, user consent, and privacy protection.
• The legal debate highlights gaps in India’s DPDP Act, particularly regarding users’ share in the economic value generated from their personal data and growing concerns over digital competition and privacy rights.
• The Union Budget 2026–27 promotes the capital goods sector to drive investment-led growth. It focuses on higher public capex and boosting indigenous manufacturing of infrastructure and precision equipment.
• A ₹10,000 crore initiative aims to strengthen container manufacturing and reduce import dependence. Customs duty relief for clean energy and critical mineral equipment is expected to support domestic supply chains.
• The government plans to transform PACS into multipurpose rural hubs offering credit, storage, processing, digital services, and agricultural input distribution to strengthen rural infrastructure and services.
• Cooperative sector reforms include PACS computerisation, model bye-laws, and increased representation of women and SC/ST members. These measures aim to modernise and improve inclusivity in cooperative institutions.
• The MPLADS scheme continues with ₹5 crore annually per MP for community asset creation. However, concerns remain regarding fund utilisation, transparency, and monitoring inefficiencies.
• The possible expiry of the New START Treaty threatens global nuclear stability. It could remove limits on U.S. and Russian nuclear arsenals, raising risks of arms racing and reduced transparency.
• Agriculture and allied sectors recorded 10.4% GVA growth in 2024–25, strengthening their contribution to the economy. This growth has encouraged higher government spending on farm welfare and rural development.
• The Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme received a 75% budget increase to build a self-reliant electronics ecosystem, boost exports, and reduce dependence on imported electronic components.
• Supreme Court Raises Concerns Over Meta–WhatsApp Privacy Policy Questions Forced Data Sharing and Its Impact on User Consent and Market Fairness
• DPDP Act Faces Scrutiny Amid Growing Data Economy Debate Experts Highlight Lack of Provisions on Users’ Share in Data-Generated Value
• Budget 2026–27 Positions Capital Goods Sector as Growth Engine Government Pushes Public Capex and Indigenous Infrastructure Manufacturing
• ₹10,000 Crore Container Manufacturing Push Announce Customs Relief Aims to Strengthen Clean Energy and Critical Mineral Supply Chains
• PACS Set to Become Multipurpose Rural Service Centres Expansion to Include Storage, Digital Services, and Agricultural Input Distribution
• Cooperative Sector Reforms Focus on Transparency and Inclusivity Computerisation and Greater Representation of Women and SC/ST Members Planned
• MPLADS Scheme Continues with ₹5 Crore Annual Allocation Concerns Rise Over Fund Monitoring and Efficiency of Asset Creation
• Expiry of New START Treaty May Trigger Global Arms Race Threatens Nuclear Stability and Reduces Strategic Transparency
• Agriculture Sector Records Strong 10.4% GVA Growth Higher Budget Allocation Signals Increased Focus on Rural and Farm Welfare
• Electronics Manufacturing Scheme Gets Major Budget Boost Government Aims to Strengthen Domestic Production and Expand Export Capacity.
• Supreme Court questions Meta–WhatsApp privacy policy, raising concerns over forced data sharing. The issue highlights risks to user consent and fair competition in the digital market.
• Experts raise concerns over gaps in the DPDP Act amid growing data economy debates. The law lacks clarity on users’ rights over value generated from their personal data.
• Budget 2026–27 identifies the capital goods sector as a key growth driver. The government aims to boost infrastructure and domestic manufacturing through higher public investment.
• Government announces ₹10,000 crore push for container manufacturing with customs relief. The move aims to strengthen clean energy supply chains and critical mineral availability.
• PACS to be expanded as multipurpose rural service centres across the country. The expansion will include storage facilities, digital services, and agricultural input distribution.
• Cooperative sector reforms focus on improving transparency and inclusivity. Plans include computerisation and increasing participation of women and SC/ST communities.
• MPLADS scheme continues with ₹5 crore annual allocation for each MP. However, concerns remain regarding monitoring mechanisms and effectiveness of asset creation.
• Expiry of the New START Treaty may trigger a global nuclear arms race. It could weaken strategic transparency and threaten international nuclear stability.
• Agriculture sector records strong 10.4% GVA growth in recent data. Higher budget allocation reflects government focus on rural development and farm welfare.
• Electronics manufacturing sector receives major budgetary support. The initiative aims to boost domestic production and enhance India’s global export competitiveness.
• Supreme Court questions Meta–WhatsApp privacy policy, raising concerns over forced data sharing. The issue highlights risks to user consent and fair competition in the digital market.
• Experts raise concerns over gaps in the DPDP Act amid growing data economy debates. The law lacks clarity on users’ rights over value generated from their personal data.
• Budget 2026–27 identifies the capital goods sector as a key growth driver. The government aims to boost infrastructure and domestic manufacturing through higher public investment.
• Government announces ₹10,000 crore push for container manufacturing with customs relief. The move aims to strengthen clean energy supply chains and critical mineral availability.
• PACS to be expanded as multipurpose rural service centres across the country. The expansion will include storage facilities, digital services, and agricultural input distribution.
• Cooperative sector reforms focus on improving transparency and inclusivity. Plans include computerisation and increasing participation of women and SC/ST communities.
• MPLADS scheme continues with ₹5 crore annual allocation for each MP. However, concerns remain regarding monitoring mechanisms and effectiveness of asset creation.
• Expiry of the New START Treaty may trigger a global nuclear arms race. It could weaken strategic transparency and threaten international nuclear stability.
• Agriculture sector records strong 10.4% GVA growth in recent data. Higher budget allocation reflects government focus on rural development and farm welfare.
• Electronics manufacturing sector receives major budgetary support. The initiative aims to boost domestic production and enhance India’s global export competitiveness.
• The Supreme Court questioned Meta–WhatsApp’s privacy policy over forced data sharing, raising concerns about user consent and digital market fairness.
• Experts highlighted gaps in the DPDP Act, noting the absence of clear rights for users over economic value generated from their personal data.
• Budget 2026–27 identifies the capital goods sector as a key growth engine, focusing on infrastructure expansion and domestic manufacturing support.
• The government announced a ₹10,000 crore push for container manufacturing with customs relief to strengthen clean energy and mineral supply chains.
• PACS will be expanded into multipurpose rural centres offering storage, digital services, and agricultural input distribution to support farmers.
• Cooperative sector reforms aim to improve transparency and inclusivity through computerisation and greater participation of women and SC/ST communities.
• The MPLADS scheme continues with ₹5 crore annually for each MP, though concerns remain about monitoring and asset quality.
• Expiry of the New START Treaty could trigger a global nuclear arms race, threatening international strategic stability.
• The agriculture sector recorded strong 10.4% GVA growth, reflecting increased government focus on rural and farm development.
• The electronics manufacturing sector received major budget support to boost domestic production and strengthen export competitiveness.
• Experts pointed out gaps in the DPDP Act, particularly the absence of clear user rights over economic value derived from personal data. This has sparked debate over data ownership and user benefit in India’s digital economy.
• Budget 2026–27 identified the capital goods sector as a major growth engine. The government aims to strengthen infrastructure and boost domestic manufacturing through increased investment.
• A ₹10,000 crore push for container manufacturing was announced along with customs relief. The initiative is expected to support clean energy goals and strengthen mineral supply chains.
• PACS will be transformed into multipurpose rural service centres providing storage, digital services, and agricultural inputs. The expansion aims to improve farmer access to essential services and infrastructure.
• Cooperative sector reforms focus on improving transparency through computerisation and inclusive participation. Special emphasis is being placed on increasing representation of women and SC/ST communities.
• The MPLADS scheme continues with ₹5 crore annual funding for each MP. However, concerns remain regarding effective monitoring and the long-term quality of created assets.
• The possible expiry of the New START Treaty may trigger a global nuclear arms race. Experts warn that it could weaken international strategic stability and arms control efforts.
• The agriculture sector recorded a strong 10.4% GVA growth, indicating improved rural economic performance. Increased government support and policy focus have contributed to this growth.
• The electronics manufacturing sector received significant budget support to strengthen domestic production. The move aims to enhance export competitiveness and reduce dependence on imports.
• The Supreme Court raised concerns over Meta–WhatsApp’s privacy policy, questioning forced data sharing practices. The issue highlights challenges related to user consent and fair competition in the digital ecosystem.
• The Supreme Court questioned Meta–WhatsApp’s privacy policy, raising concerns about forced data sharing. The issue highlights challenges related to user consent and fair digital market practices.
• Experts flagged gaps in the DPDP Act, especially the lack of user rights over economic value generated from personal data. The debate has intensified discussions on data ownership in India’s digital economy.
• Budget 2026–27 identified the capital goods sector as a key driver of economic growth. Increased government investment aims to strengthen infrastructure and boost domestic manufacturing.
• The government announced a ₹10,000 crore push for container manufacturing with customs relief. The initiative is expected to support clean energy goals and strengthen mineral supply chains.
• PACS will be converted into multipurpose rural service centres offering storage, digital services, and agricultural inputs. The expansion aims to improve farmers’ access to essential services and infrastructure.
• Cooperative sector reforms focus on transparency through computerisation and inclusive governance. Special attention is being given to increasing participation of women and SC/ST communities.
• The MPLADS scheme continues with ₹5 crore annual funding for each Member of Parliament. However, concerns remain about effective monitoring and long-term asset quality.
• The possible expiry of the New START Treaty may trigger a global nuclear arms race. Experts warn it could weaken strategic stability and international arms control mechanisms.
• The agriculture sector recorded strong 10.4% GVA growth, reflecting improved rural economic performance. Government policy support and favourable conditions have contributed to this growth.
• The electronics manufacturing sector received major budget support to boost domestic production. The move aims to enhance export competitiveness and reduce import dependence.
• The World Economic Forum launched the Davos Compact on AMR (2025) to mobilize global financing and innovation against antimicrobial resistance, aiming to save 100 million lives by 2050.
• The National Statistical Office (NSO)’s Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for Oct–Dec 2025 showed improved employment trends, with overall labour force participation at 55.8% and a rise in women’s participation to 34.9%.
• India’s Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is using satellite-based systems for agriculture monitoring, disaster management, climate tracking, welfare schemes, and defence applications, reinforcing the “space for development” model.
• Swami Dayanand Saraswati, founder of Arya Samaj, was commemorated for his social reforms advocating Vedic principles, women’s education, widow remarriage, and rationalism through his work Satyartha Prakasha.
• The UN Security Council (UNSC) 1267 Sanctions Committee continues to monitor and impose sanctions on entities associated with ISIL and Al-Qaida, remaining central to global counter-terrorism efforts.
• The Supreme Court of India issued updated norms for designating Senior Advocates, emphasizing experience, standing at the Bar, and specialization in law while maintaining professional restrictions on direct client dealings.
• The proposal for a Right to Recall in India reignited debate on direct democracy—while it enhances accountability, it also risks instability and populism; currently, only local body representatives in a few states can be recalled.
• The Vande Mataram protocol mandates its rendition before the National Anthem; written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay and adopted in 1950, it remains a national symbol of India’s freedom struggle.
• NATO launched Arctic Sentry, a mission to enhance security in the Arctic amid increasing Russian military activity and China’s strategic interests in the region.
• The Yuva AI for All initiative by MeitY and AISECT promotes AI literacy through Kaushal Rath mobile units, supporting India’s goal of an inclusive, AI-ready workforce under the IndiaAI Mission.
• The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation revised the base year of the Consumer Price Index to 2024 from 2012 to reflect updated household consumption patterns based on the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2023–24.
• January 2026 CPI data showed overall inflation at 2.75% (YoY), with rural inflation at 2.73% and urban inflation at 2.77%.
• The revised CPI basket now includes modern items such as OTT subscriptions, rural house rent, fitness equipment, and babysitting services, while outdated items like VCR and DVD players have been removed.
• CPI is compiled monthly using the Laspeyres Index formula and serves as the key indicator for retail inflation and the RBI’s 4% ± 2% inflation targeting framework.
• NITI Aayog released a 10-year roadmap titled “India’s Technology Services – Reimagination Ahead” to strengthen India’s tech services sector in line with the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision.
• India’s tech services industry contributes around 7% to GDP, generates about $265 billion annually, and holds nearly 20% of the global market, with a target of $750–850 billion revenue by 2035.
• The Defence Acquisition Council approved capital acquisition proposals worth approximately ₹3.60 lakh crore to enhance modernization and combat readiness of the armed forces.
• The Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft under consideration includes the Rafale, a 4.5 generation fighter aircraft known for its multi-mission and advanced operational capabilities.
• India assumed command of Combined Task Force-154, which focuses on multinational maritime training and capacity building.
• Kerala became the first Indian state to declare Bacillus subtilis, a beneficial Gram-positive bacterium commonly found in soil and the human gut, as its State Microbe.
• The PM RAHAT (Road Accident Holistic Action for Treatment) Scheme provides cashless treatment up to ₹1.5 lakh per road accident victim to ensure timely emergency care during the critical golden hour.
• The Lakhpati Didi initiative, launched in 2023 by the Ministry of Rural Development, aims to expand its target from 3 crore to 6 crore women by March 2029 to strengthen rural Self-Help Group livelihoods and women-led income generation.
• Startup India Fund of Funds (FFS) 2.0 has been approved with a ₹10,000 crore corpus to support manufacturing and high-technology startups, managed by the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).
• The Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), launched in 2020 as a Central Sector Scheme, has doubled its loan target from ₹1 lakh crore to ₹2 lakh crore to strengthen post-harvest infrastructure and agricultural supply chains.
• The BIRAC–RDI Fund, launched under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation with an initial ₹2,000 crore national call, aims to bridge the gap between lab research and industrial-scale manufacturing in biotechnology and deep-tech sectors.
• Artificial Intelligence is transforming healthcare through AI-based diagnostics like MadhuNetrAI for diabetic retinopathy screening, telemedicine support systems such as eSanjeevani CDSS, and AI-driven public health surveillance tools.
• The PM-DAKSH scheme, a Central Sector Scheme launched in 2020–21, provides free skill training to SC, OBC, EWS, de-notified tribes, Safai Karamcharis, and transgender communities, though recent data shows less than 50% placement success.
• APEDA, a statutory body under the APEDA Act, 1985, continues to promote agricultural and processed food exports through initiatives like NPOP, BHARATI 2025, and the Farmers Connect Portal.
• Electoral Trusts, established under the Electoral Trusts Scheme, 2013, act as non-profit intermediaries for political funding, with at least 95% of collected contributions required to be distributed to registered political parties.
• The Government of India lifted the four-year wheat export ban, supporting farmers’ incomes; India remains the world’s second-largest wheat producer, with Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab as top producing states.
• India advanced its cybersecurity with a partnership between the Centre for Development of Telematics and Synergy Quantum to create an automated quantum-safe security tool for critical sectors.
• The tool identifies cryptographic vulnerabilities, generates detailed reports, and helps transition systems to post-quantum cryptography.
• Post-Quantum Cryptography ensures encryption remains secure even against powerful quantum computers, with global standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
• The government launched a CBDC-based digital food coupon pilot using the Digital Rupee to deliver transparent and leak-proof subsidies through the Public Distribution System.
• This pilot promotes financial inclusion, reduces leakages, and strengthens last-mile delivery using programmable digital wallets and QR-based transactions.
• The World Trade Organization chief called for reforming the global trading system amid rising protectionism, stalled dispute mechanisms, and digital and climate trade challenges.
• The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India was urged by the Supreme Court to implement front-of-pack warning labels on high-sugar, salt, and fat foods to promote healthy consumer choices.
• The G4 nations—India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan—renewed their call for United Nations Security Council reform to make it more representative of current global realities.
• India approved its first underwater twin tube road-cum-rail tunnel beneath the Brahmaputra River, connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh to boost connectivity in the Northeast.
• The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation’s Kamala Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh, with a capacity of 1800 MW, received environmental clearance for power generation and flood control.
• India strengthened cybersecurity through a partnership between the Centre for Development of Telematics and Synergy Quantum to build a quantum-safe security tool.
• The new tool identifies cryptographic vulnerabilities and assists systems in shifting to post-quantum cryptography for enhanced data protection.
• Post-Quantum Cryptography follows global encryption standards set by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to safeguard against quantum threats.
• The government launched a CBDC-based digital food coupon pilot using the Digital Rupee to improve subsidy delivery through the Public Distribution System.
• This digital initiative ensures transparency, reduces leakages, and supports last-mile delivery via programmable wallets and QR-based payments.
• The WTO chief emphasized the urgent need for reforms to address protectionism, digital trade, and climate-related trade challenges.
• The Supreme Court of India directed the FSSAI to introduce front-of-pack warning labels on high-sugar, salt, and fat foods to encourage healthy eating.
• India, along with Brazil, Germany, and Japan, renewed its call for reforming the United Nations Security Council to reflect present global realities.
• The government approved India’s first underwater twin-tube road-cum-rail tunnel beneath the Brahmaputra River, linking Gohpur and Numaligarh.
• NHPC’s Kamala Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh received environmental clearance for a 1,800 MW plant aimed at power generation and flood control.
• India enhanced its cybersecurity through a partnership between the Centre for Development of Telematics and Synergy Quantum to create a quantum-safe security tool.
• The tool detects cryptographic weaknesses and helps organizations shift to post-quantum cryptography for stronger protection.
• Post-Quantum Cryptography follows encryption standards by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to defend against quantum threats.
• The government launched a CBDC-based digital food coupon pilot using the Digital Rupee to improve subsidy delivery.
• This initiative promotes transparency and minimizes leakages in the Public Distribution System.
• Programmable wallets and QR-based payments will ensure secure and efficient last-mile delivery.
• The WTO chief called for reforms to address growing protectionism, digital trade barriers, and climate-related trade issues.
• The Supreme Court directed the FSSAI to include front-of-pack warnings on foods high in sugar, salt, and fat to promote healthy choices.
• India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan renewed their push for United Nations Security Council reforms to reflect current global realities.
• India approved its first underwater twin-tube road-cum-rail tunnel under the Brahmaputra River, connecting Gohpur and Numaligarh, along with clearance for NHPC’s Kamala Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh.
• The IndiaAI Mission, launched in 2024 by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology with a ₹10,371.92 crore outlay, focuses on compute capacity, datasets (AIKosh), startups, skills and safe AI
• The three major models include advanced Large Language Models by Sarvam AI, Vachana text-to-speech model by Gnani.ai supporting 12 Indian languages, and Param2 17B foundational model by BharatGen using Mixture-of-Experts architecture
• The America-India Connect initiative proposes a $15 billion subsea digital infrastructure investment, establishing Visakhapatnam as a major global subsea cable gateway
• Undersea fibre-optic cables carry more than 95% of global internet traffic but remain vulnerable to physical damage, cyber risks and geopolitical disruptions
• The International Solar Alliance launched the Global AI-for-Energy Mission to accelerate clean energy transition using AI for grid optimisation, predictive maintenance and mineral exploration
• Union Budget 2026–27 increased Gender Budget allocation to ₹5.01 lakh crore, covering 53 ministries and strengthening gender-responsive governance mechanisms
• The Asia-Pacific SDG Progress Report 2026 warns that nearly 88% of measurable SDG targets in the region are off track, with major setbacks in climate action and biodiversity
• Key institutional developments include strengthening of Municipal Bonds for urban infrastructure, expanded role of Food Corporation of India in food security management, and launch of VoicERA under BHASHINI to promote multilingual voice-based digital inclusion
• The New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments were launched as a voluntary framework encouraging responsible, multilingual, and inclusive AI development, particularly benefiting the Global South.
• At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Prime Minister unveiled the M.A.N.A.V. Framework to promote human-centric AI based on moral ethics, accountable governance, national sovereignty, accessibility, and validity in AI systems.
• The New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments were launched as a voluntary framework encouraging responsible, multilingual, and inclusive AI development, particularly benefiting the Global South.
• In Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited v. Union of India (2026), the Supreme Court cautioned that indiscriminate distribution of state “freebies” may undermine fiscal sustainability and long-term economic development.
• The successful qualification test of the Gaganyaan drogue parachute marks a major milestone in India’s human spaceflight programme, ensuring safe stabilization and descent of the crew module during re-entry.
• The Gaganyaan Mission aims to send three astronauts to Low Earth Orbit (400 km) for a three-day mission, making India the fourth country after the United States, Russia, and China to independently send humans to space.
• Phase-II of the Vibrant Village Programme was launched in 2025 to expand comprehensive border village development to 15 States and 2 Union Territories beyond the northern borders.
• Edge computing, highlighted at the India AI Summit, processes data near the source rather than centralized cloud servers, reducing latency, improving privacy, and enabling real-time AI applications.
• The Government announced Bio-AI Mulankur hubs under the BioE3 policy to integrate artificial intelligence with biotechnology through closed-loop research systems for faster drug discovery and genomics innovation.
• The Sudan conflict, ongoing since April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has escalated with reports of possible genocide in El-Fasher in the Darfur region.
• Sudan’s strategic location along the Red Sea and its role as a bridge between the Arab world and Sub-Saharan Africa make the ongoing civil war a significant regional security and humanitarian concern.
• At the India AI Impact Summit 2026, the Prime Minister launched the M.A.N.A.V. Framework to promote human-centric AI focused on ethics, accountability, sovereignty, accessibility, and validity.
• The New Delhi Frontier AI Impact Commitments were introduced to promote responsible, multilingual, and inclusive AI development for the Global South.
• In Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited v. Union of India (2026), the Supreme Court cautioned that excessive state freebies could threaten fiscal stability and sustainable development.
• India successfully completed the qualification test of the Gaganyaan drogue parachute, ensuring safe descent and stabilization during re-entry.
• The Gaganyaan Mission aims to send three astronauts into Low Earth Orbit for three days, making India the fourth nation to independently launch humans into space.
• Phase-II of the Vibrant Village Programme, launched in 2025, expands development efforts to 15 States and 2 Union Territories along the borders.
• Edge computing, discussed at the India AI Summit, enables data processing near the source, reducing latency and enhancing privacy for real-time AI applications.
• The government announced Bio-AI Mulankur hubs under the BioE3 policy to integrate AI and biotechnology for drug discovery and genomics innovation.
• The conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces has intensified, with alarming reports of possible genocide in El-Fasher, Darfur.
• Sudan’s strategic location along the Red Sea makes its ongoing civil war a major regional security and humanitarian crisis affecting Africa and the Arab world.
• The 2026 State Visit of the President of Brazil to India raised the bilateral trade target from $20 billion to $30 billion by 2030, with trade already reaching $15.21 billion in 2025.
• India and Brazil signed 10 MoUs covering rare earths, critical minerals, MSME cooperation, postal services, pharmaceuticals, and adopted a Joint Declaration on Digital Partnership focusing on AI and emerging technologies.
• India and Brazil cooperate in major global forums including BRICS, G20, IBSA, and the United Nations, and conduct trade under the India–MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement.
• The New Delhi Declaration on AI, adopted at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and endorsed by 87 countries, promotes inclusive, ethical, and development-oriented AI governance built around seven pillars.
• Global initiatives under the Declaration include the Charter for Democratic Diffusion of AI and the Global AI Impact Commons, strengthening open-source collaboration and Global South participation in AI development.
• A newly discovered Mandya inscription highlights strong cultural and political ties between the Hoysala dynasty and Tamil regions, reinforcing South India’s historical interconnectedness.
• The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas, including the Chennakeshava Temple, Hoysaleswara Temple, and Keshava Temple, are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their distinctive Vesara-style architecture.
• The Universal Immunization Programme (UIP), relaunched in 1985, now integrates an indigenously manufactured Td vaccine, expanding protection against tetanus and adult diphtheria across India.
• The Manipuri film Boong won the Best Children’s & Family Film award at the BAFTA Awards 2026, bringing global recognition to regional Indian cinema.
• India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), implemented by the National Capital Region Transport Corporation, offers semi-high-speed regional connectivity within the National Capital Region with speeds up to 180 km/h.
• India and Brazil signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding covering rare earths, critical minerals, MSME cooperation, postal services, pharmaceuticals, and digital partnership in AI and emerging technologies.
• Both countries actively cooperate in international platforms such as BRICS, G20, IBSA, and the United Nations, and trade under the India–MERCOSUR Preferential Trade Agreement.
• The New Delhi Declaration on AI, adopted at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and supported by 87 countries, focuses on inclusive, ethical, and development-oriented AI governance.
• The Declaration is built around seven key pillars emphasizing fairness, transparency, accountability, and accessibility in AI development.
• Global initiatives like the Charter for Democratic Diffusion of AI and the Global AI Impact Commons aim to promote open collaboration and strengthen Global South participation.
• A newly discovered Mandya inscription revealed deep cultural and political connections between the Hoysala dynasty and Tamil regions, highlighting South India’s unity.
• The Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas — Chennakeshava Temple, Hoysaleswara Temple, and Keshava Temple — are UNESCO World Heritage Sites known for their Vesara-style architecture.
• The Universal Immunization Programme now includes an indigenously produced Td vaccine, expanding protection against tetanus and adult diphtheria across the country.
• The Manipuri film Boong won the Best Children’s & Family Film award at the BAFTA Awards 2026, earning international acclaim for Indian regional cinema.
• India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System connects the National Capital Region with semi-high-speed trains operating at speeds up to 180 km/h.
• The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and C-DAC launched the Blockchain India Challenge to promote blockchain-based governance solutions through Indian startups.
• Blockchain technology enables decentralized, immutable, transparent, and cryptographically secure record-keeping, improving digital governance in certificates, healthcare logistics, land records, and criminal justice systems.
• The Supreme Court introduced NOTA in 2013, but recently observed that it has had limited impact on candidate selection and election outcomes.
• NOTA allows voters to formally reject all candidates, but it has no legal power to cancel elections even if it secures the highest votes.
• The United Nations launched a road safety financing project in Rajasthan, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Assam to reduce road fatalities and strengthen road safety systems.
• India records around 1.68 lakh road deaths annually, with over-speeding as the leading cause, prompting major legal and policy interventions.
• Larsen & Toubro will construct LIGO-India in Maharashtra, strengthening India’s role in global gravitational wave research.
• LIGO detects gravitational waves predicted by Albert Einstein using laser interferometry to measure extremely tiny distortions in space-time.
• Under Article 3 of the Constitution, Parliament can change state names, and the Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala as Keralam.
• The Department of Biotechnology launched SUJVIKA, an AI-driven biotech trade intelligence portal, to support data-driven policy and promote self-reliance in biotechnology.
• AI tools like SUPACE and SUVAS were showcased at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, highlighting how artificial intelligence is transforming courtroom efficiency, legal research, and language accessibility in India’s judiciary.
• Under the e-Courts Project Phase III, AI systems such as ASR-SHRUTI (voice-to-text), SARANSH (judgment summaries), and predictive analytics are helping reduce case pendency while raising concerns about bias, transparency, and data security.
• As of 2025, India’s Free Trade Agreements provide preferential access to nearly two-thirds of global trade, strengthening economic integration, supply chain participation, and strategic partnerships.
• FTAs reduce tariffs, remove trade barriers, promote investment, and support comparative advantage, contributing to job creation, export diversification, and geopolitical influence.
• Indian scientists detected CME-triggered shock waves using Aditya-L1 and the Gauribidanur Solar Observatory, marking a major advancement in India’s space weather research capabilities.
• Coronal Mass Ejections, especially during solar maximum cycles, can trigger geomagnetic storms, disrupt satellites and GPS systems, damage power grids, and intensify auroras.
• In Atul Mishra v. Union of India (2026), the Supreme Court reaffirmed the constitutional balance between fraternity and freedom of speech, emphasizing that restrictions must meet strict standards under Article 19(2).
• India supported negotiations on the Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, reinforcing its commitment to nuclear non-proliferation and global strategic stability.
• UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission highlighted in its 2026 report that oceans act as a major global carbon sink through mechanisms like the solubility pump, helping mitigate climate change.
• Initiatives like Him-CONNECT for Himalayan sustainability and the ‘Vanjeevi Didi’ program at Palamu Tiger Reserve promote community-led conservation, research commercialization, and sustainable ecosystem management.
• AI tools like SUPACE and SUVAS were showcased at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, highlighting how artificial intelligence is transforming courtroom efficiency, legal research, and language accessibility in India’s judiciary.
• Under the e-Courts Project Phase III, AI systems such as ASR-SHRUTI (voice-to-text), SARANSH (judgment summaries), and predictive analytics are helping reduce case pendency while raising concerns about bias, transparency, and data security.
• As of 2025, India’s Free Trade Agreements provide preferential access to nearly two-thirds of global trade, strengthening economic integration, supply chain participation, and strategic partnerships.
• FTAs reduce tariffs, remove trade barriers, promote investment, and support comparative advantage, contributing to job creation, export diversification, and geopolitical influence.
• Indian scientists detected CME-triggered shock waves using Aditya-L1 and the Gauribidanur Solar Observatory, marking a major advancement in India’s space weather research capabilities.
• Coronal Mass Ejections, especially during solar maximum cycles, can trigger geomagnetic storms, disrupt satellites and GPS systems, damage power grids, and intensify auroras.
• In Atul Mishra v. Union of India (2026), the Supreme Court reaffirmed the constitutional balance between fraternity and freedom of speech, emphasizing that restrictions must meet strict standards under Article 19(2).
• India supported negotiations on the Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva, reinforcing its commitment to nuclear non-proliferation and global strategic stability.
• UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission highlighted in its 2026 report that oceans act as a major global carbon sink through mechanisms like the solubility pump, helping mitigate climate change.
• Initiatives like Him-CONNECT for Himalayan sustainability and the ‘Vanjeevi Didi’ program at Palamu Tiger Reserve promote community-led conservation, research commercialization, and sustainable ecosystem management.

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