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Economy
February 2026 economic updates included the Union Budget 2026–27 targeting a 4.3% fiscal deficit with strong capex push and healthcare focus. GDP base year shifted to 2022–23 for better data accuracy. Reserve Bank of India maintained repo rate at 5.25%, while PMI signaled robust manufacturing growth.
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Polity
February 2026 saw key constitutional and legal developments: the Justice Kurian Joseph Committee Report flagged “creeping centralization” and proposed federal reforms. Kerala’s renaming to Keralam progressed. The Supreme Court of India delivered rulings on spectrum, PMLA, and taxation, while labour reforms advanced through the Industrial Relations Code Amendment Bill, 2026.
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Polity
February 2026 saw key constitutional and legal developments: the Justice Kurian Joseph Committee Report flagged “creeping centralization” and proposed federal reforms. Kerala’s renaming to Keralam progressed. The Supreme Court of India delivered rulings on spectrum, PMLA, and taxation, while labour reforms advanced through the Industrial Relations Code Amendment Bill, 2026.
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International Relations
February 2026 marked major diplomatic developments: Emmanuel Macron’s visit elevated India–France ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership, focusing on defence and innovation. India strengthened links with Greece via IMEC, and with Israel through Narendra Modi’s visit, enhancing tech-security cooperation and regional diplomacy.
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Defence
February 2026 defence exercises showcased India’s military diplomacy and capability: Exercise MILAN 2026 involved 70+ nations; Exercise Vayu Shakti 2026 displayed air power; Exercise Dharma Guardian 2026 enhanced interoperability, and Exercise Sada Tanseeq 2026 strengthened bilateral defence ties.
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National Current Affairs
December 2025–February 2026 saw notable publications: Shashi Tharoor, Amish Tripathi, and D. Y. Chandrachud released key works. Themes ranged from Indian history and polity to leadership, textiles, and military insights, enriching contemporary literature and exam-relevant content.
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National Current Affairs
February features key national and international observances: Indian Coast Guard Day (50th Rising Day), World Wetlands Day, World Cancer Day, and International Mother Language Day. It also includes National Science Day marking the Raman Effect.
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National Current Affairs
February 2026 witnessed key appointments and notable losses: Nidhi Chhibber became CEO of NITI Aayog, while Sanae Takaichi became Japan’s first female PM. Notable deaths included T. K. Oommen and David J. Farber.
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National Current Affairs
February 2026 sports highlights: Services won the Santosh Trophy; Mohun Bagan Super Giant led ISL. RCB clinched WPL 2026, while India’s women’s cricket team earned a Laureus World Sports Awards 2026 nomination. Khelo India Winter Games saw Army dominate, and India participated strongly in Asian Winter Games.
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National Current Affairs
February 2026 highlighted key honours and cultural events: Narendra Modi received Israel’s top parliamentary honour, while Amitav Ghosh won the Erasmus Prize. Major events included Grammy Awards 2026, BAFTA Film Awards 2026, and DPIFF, alongside Yoga Award nominations opening.
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National Current Affairs
February 2026 saw key global indices: India ranked 91st in Corruption Perceptions Index 2025, improved slightly; traffic congestion remained high per TomTom Traffic Index 2025. India ranked 3rd in billionaires (Hurun Global Rich List 2026), 42nd in IP Index, and 151st in World Press Freedom Index 2025 globally.
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National Current Affairs
Global tensions escalated after Operation Epic Fury targeted Iranian nuclear sites, triggering retaliatory strikes on US bases in Qatar, UAE, and Bahrain, impacting global energy security. Geographically significant locations like Lesotho, Cabo Verde, and Canary Islands gained attention. In India, new Ramsar wetlands, river systems, and dams remained key environmental hotspots.
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