Daily Current Affairs – February 26, 2026 | TNPSC Exam Preparation
📰 Daily Current Affairs
February 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Comprehensive compilation for TNPSC Group 1, 2, 2A & 4 | 17 Important Topics Covered
Welcome to today’s TNPSC Daily Current Affairs for February 26, 2026.
This comprehensive compilation covers all important events across national politics,
international relations, science & technology, economy, sports, and more.
Sourced from The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, and other reputed media.
Perfect for TNPSC Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A, and Group 4 exam preparation.
📌 Read in Tamil: தமிழில் படிக்க இங்கே கிளிக் செய்யவும்
📝 Total Topics: 17 important events covered
📚 Exam Relevance: TNPSC Group 1, 2, 2A, 4 | SSC | UPSC Prelims
📰 Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, AffairsCloud
Table of Contents
- 🏛️ National Politics & Government
- 1. Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘
- 2. MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’
- 3. PWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign Four
- 4. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TN
- 5. 16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HP
- 6. Indian Army Conducts ‘Exercise Agni Varsha; in Pokhran, Rajasthan
- 7. IIRIS and NLU Jodhpur Sign
- 8. Jharkhand Government Tables Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Budget for FY27
- 9. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)
- 10. Current Affairs 26 February 2026
- 🌍 International Affairs
- 11. Indian Mountaineers Summit South America’s Highest Peak Aconcagua
- 🔬 Science & Technology
- 12. Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches AI Product Data Portal ‘SUJVIKA’ to Mark 40th Foundation Day of DBT
- 💰 Economy & Banking
- 13. ADB Partners with Aavas Financiers to Expand Affordable Housing, MSME Lending in India
- 14. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS
- 15. FSIB Recommends Hitesh
- 16. Legendary Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar
- 17. IIT-M Prof. B. Ravindran Appointed to UN International Panel on AI
- 📝 Practice Questions (MCQs)
- Q1. Which of the following is related to: Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘?
- Q2. Which of the following is related to: MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’?
- Q3. Which of the following is related to: PWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign Four?
- Q4. Which of the following is related to: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TN?
- Q5. Which of the following is related to: 16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HP?
🏛️ National Politics & Government
1. Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘
- What happened: Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘Keralam’On February 25 2026, theUnion Cabinetchaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi,approveda proposal to officially change the name of the state of‘Kerala’to‘Keralam’, during its first meeting held at the newly inaugurated Seva Teerth office complex in New Delhi, Delhi.Renaming of Kerala toKeralam:Approval:The approval was followed by unanimous resolutions passed by the Kerala Legislative Assembly in August 2023 and June 2024.Procedure:Under Article 3 of the Constitution of India, the President refers the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 to the State Legislature for its views before it is introduced in Parliament, after which it must be passed by a simple majority in both Houses and receive Presidential assent.Amendment:The change requires modification of the First Schedule (listing states) and consequential updates to the Fourth Schedule (allocation of Rajya Sabha seats) of the Constitution.Other Approval:The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Narendra Modi, fixed theMSP of Raw Jute(TD-3 grade, Fair quality) at Rs 5,925 per quintal (qtl) for the 2026–27 marketing season.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
2. MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’
- What happened: MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’In February 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA)released India’s new national counter-terrorism policy and strategy titled‘PRAHAAR’,outlining a comprehensive and proactive framework to address evolving terror threats and strengthen measures to curb and counter terrorism.AboutPRAHAAR:Core Pillars:The term‘PRAHAAR’means ‘strike’, which represents7 key pillarsof the country’s counter-terrorism framework: Approach:The framework adopts awhole-of-governmentandwhole-of-society approach,encouraging coordination between law enforcement agencies, private sector stakeholders and civil society organisations. GoI& France Sign Protocol to Amend India-France DTACIn February 2026, Government of India(GoI)andFrancesigned a Protocol to amend theIndia-FranceDouble Taxation Avoidance Convention(DTAC),originally signed on 29 September 1992, to modernise tax provisions and align them with global standards.Key Amendment to India-France DTAC:Capital Gains on Sale of Shares:Following the amendment, capital gains from selling shares of a company will be taxed in the country where the company is resident, thereby granting full taxing rights to that jurisdiction.Removal of MFN Clause:The Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) clause has been removed, resolving past disputes and bringing greater clarity and certainty to taxation matters between India and France.Dividend Tax Rates Revised:Earlier, dividends were taxed at a single rate of 100%.
- Key details: Under the amended provisions, a5% taxwill apply where the shareholder holds at least 10% of the company’s capital and 15% in all other cases, creating a two-tier system based on the level of investment.PE Expanded:A new concept of Service Permanent Establishment (Service PE) has been introduced, enabling certain service activities to constitute a taxable presence in a country. LokSabhaSpeaker Om Birla Constitutes ‘Parliamentary Friendship Groups’ with 64 CountriesIn February 2026,Om Birla,Speaker of Lok Sabha (the Lower House of Parliament) constituted‘Parliamentary Friendship Groups(PFGs)’with64countries to bolster inter-parliamentary cooperation and legislative dialogue.About Parliamentary Friendship Groups:Significance:This new initiative will enable the Indian lawmakers to interact directly with their counterparts abroad, share legislative experience. Structure:Each Parliamentary Friendship Group typically consisted of 11 members, with a designated Chairperson/Group Leader leading the group.Members:The groups comprise Members of Parliament (MPs) from both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha across the political spectrum.
- Key points: Prevention of terrorist attacks to protect Indian citizens and interests;; Response, which are swift and proportionate to the threat posed;; Aggregating internal capacities for achieving synergy in a whole-of-government approach;; Human Rights and ‘Rule of Law’ based processes for mitigation of threats;
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
3. PWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign Four
- What happened: PWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign FourMoUsfor Standard Framework & RAMS Implementation in NCROn February 24, 2026, Public Works Department(PWD)of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh (UP), and Rajasthan along with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – Central Road Research Institute(CSIR‑CRRI)and the School of Planning and Architecture(SPA), New Delhi(Delhi), signedfourMemoranda of Understanding(MoUs)to implement a Standard Framework and Road Asset Management System(RAMS)for dust‑free and sustainable urban roads in the National Capital Region (NCR). Key Details of MoU:Implementation:The MoUs will remain valid forthree yearsand can be extended.
- Key details: Each state will appoint a Nodal Agency and create a Paving and Greening Cell for coordination.Road Lengths Covered:The initiative will cover approximately 10,099 kilometre (km) in Delhi, 10,133 in Haryana, 6,891 km in UP, and 1,747 km in Rajasthan.
- Key points: The MoUs were signed in the presence of Union MinisterBhupender Yadav, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), at Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, New Delhi, Delhi.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
4. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TN
- What happened: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TNIn February 2026,Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth overRs 1,500 croreat V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority(VOC Port),located in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu(TN).
- Key details: Key Details of Projects:VOC Maritime Heritage Museum:Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated theVOC Maritime Heritage Museum at VOC Port,Tuticorin, as an immersive institution dedicated to India’s maritime history and the contributions of freedom fighter V.O. Chidambaranar.Infrastructure Projects:During the event, he also laid foundation stones for projects covering upgraded rail and road connectivity, enhanced power infrastructure, Renewable Energy(RE) initiatives such as solar, wind, battery storage and green hydrogen, along with advanced safety systems and digital platforms. GoI& GCC Sign Joint Statement on India-GCC Free Trade AgreementOn February 24, 2026, Government of India(GoI)and Gulf Cooperation Council(GCC)signed a Joint Statement for a comprehensiveIndia-GCCFree Trade Agreement(FTA),marking a significant step towards deepening economic integration between India and GCC.About India-GCC Joint Statement:Signatories:The Joint Statement was signed by the Union Minister Piyush Goyal, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), and Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the GCC, in New Delhi, Delhi.Background:The Joint Statement is built on a Terms of Reference (ToR) signed on February 5, 2026, which laid out the framework and modalities for talks.Areas of Cooperation:Trade in Goods:It will focus on the reduction or elimination of tariffs and improved market access for exporters, enabling smoother and competitive trade.Trade in Services:It aims to provide greater access for Indian professionals and enhance cooperation in sectors such as Information Technology (IT), finance, healthcare, and education.India-GCC Relations:GCC is one of India’s important trading blocs, accounting for about 15% of India’s global trade with bilateral trade valued at about USD 178.56 billion in Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
- Key points: These initiatives are designed to modernize infrastructure, integrate renewable energy, and enhance digital security, aligning with theMaritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
5. 16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HP
- What happened: 16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HPOn 24 February 2026, the Indian Army(IA)and the United States Army(USA)commenced the16thedition of the India-the United States of America(USA) Joint Special Forces Exercise‘VAJRA PRAHAR’at the Special Forces Training School (SFTS),Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh(HP). About Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR 2026:Aim:The exercise is conducted to strengthen combined capabilities for carrying out joint Special Forces operations in mountainous terrain.Participating Forces:.
- Key points: The exercise will continue until 16 March 2026.; IA: Represented by 45 personnel from its Special Forces units.; USA: Represented by 12 personnel from the Green Berets of the US Special Forces.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
6. Indian Army Conducts ‘Exercise Agni Varsha; in Pokhran, Rajasthan
- What happened: Indian Army Conducts ‘Exercise Agni Varsha; in Pokhran, RajasthanOn February 24, 2026, Indian Army(IA)conducted ‘Exercise Agni Varsha’at the Pokhran Field Firing Ranges in Pokhran, Rajasthan, to test and demonstrate its operational readiness and combat capabilities in a realistic battlefield environment.About Exercise Agni Varsha:Led by:The Integrated Fire and Manoeuvre Exercise was led by the IA’sSouthern Command.Validation:The exercise validated the coordinated use of combined arms, precision long-range firepower, and network-enabled command and control, demonstrating the effective synergy and combat readiness of mechanised forces across multiple domains.Combat Elements:It includes T-90 Main Battle Tanks, Infantry Combat Vehicles, K-9 Vajra self-propelled howitzers, Sharang and Bofors artillery systems, Rocket artillery systems, indigenous Advanced Light Helicopter(ALH) weapon system-integrated helicopters, Apache attack helicopters, Unmanned Aerial Systems(UAS) and drones, and networked surveillance and counter-drone systems.Technology & Modernization:The exercise highlighted IA’s emphasis on technology infusion, indigenization of defence capabilities, network-centric command and control, and multi-domain warfare readiness.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
7. IIRIS and NLU Jodhpur Sign
- What happened: IIRIS and NLU Jodhpur SignMoUto Establish Chair inInfosecand Forensic SocietyIn February 2026,IIRIS Consulting, a leading global risk, security, and intelligence firm, and the National Law University, Jodhpur(NLUJ),Rajasthan, signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)to establish theIIRIS Chair of Information Security (Infosec) and Forensic Society. Key Details of MoU:Signatories:The MoU was signed bySagarikaChakraborty,CEO of IIRIS Consulting, andProfessor (Dr.)HarpreetKaur,Vice Chancellor of NLUJ, in New Delhi, Delhi.Purpose:Promote research, innovation, and industry-academia collaboration in information security (Infosec) and forensic science (FS) through the establishment of a Center of Excellence (CoE).Programme:Launch a joint Certificate Programme on Cyber-Led Forensic Investigation and Diligence(CLFID)under the theme ‘Bridging Legal Theory & Investigative Practice in the Digital Age,’ equipping participants with skills at the intersection of law, technology, and investigations.
- Key points: This is the first-ever dedicated Chair in Information Security(Infosec) and Forensic Science(FS) at an Indian law university, designed to bridge legal theory with practical digital investigative skills.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
8. Jharkhand Government Tables Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Budget for FY27
- What happened: Jharkhand Government Tables Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Budget for FY27In February 2026,Radhakrishna Kishore,Finance Minister (FM) ofJharkhandpresented aRs.1,58,560 crorebudget for Financial Year 2026-27 (FY27)in the state legislative assembly in Ranchi, Jharkhand. The FY27 budget represents an increase over the Rs.1.45 lakh crore(9%) allocated in FY26.
- Key details: Highlights:Revenue Receipts:The budget estimated total revenue receipts atRs 1,36,210.04 crorefor FY27. Fiscal Deficit:The budget has estimated the fiscal deficit of the state at Rs 13,595.96 crore which accounts2.8%of the estimated Gross Domestic Product (GDP).Sector-wise:Among all the major sectors, thesocial sectorreceived the largest share of total budget i.e. Rs 67,459.54 crore; followed by Gender budget (Rs 34,211.27 crore) spanning 232 schemes across 17 state departments; Child Budget (Rs 10,793.16 crore) covering 138 schemes.
- Key points: The FY27 budget, named‘Abua Dishom(our own)’, has been presented as a tribute to the former Chief Minister(CM) Shibu Soren.; Out of total revenue receipts estimated, Rs 46,000 crore will be raised from state’s own tax revenues, Rs 20,700 crore from non-tax sources.; Education ( overRs 18,000 crore); Healthcare (Rs 7,990.30 crore); Agriculture and Allied Sector (Rs 4,884.20 crore), among others.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
9. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)
- What happened: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
10. Current Affairs 26 February 2026
- What happened: Current Affairs 26 February 2026Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘Keralam’MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’GoI & France Sign Protocol to Amend India-France DTACLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Constitutes ‘Parliamentary Friendship Groups’ with 64 CountriesPWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign Four MoUs for Standard Framework & RAMS Implementation in NCRUnion Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TNGoI & GCC Sign Joint Statement on India-GCC Free Trade Agreement16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HPIndian Army Conducts ‘Exercise Agni Varsha; in Pokhran, RajasthanIIRIS and NLU Jodhpur Sign MoU to Establish Chair in Infosec and Forensic SocietyIndian Mountaineers Summit South America’s Highest Peak AconcaguaADB Partners with Aavas Financiers to Expand Affordable Housing, MSME Lending in IndiaFSIB Recommends Hitesh Rameshchandra Joshi as CMD of GIC ReLegendary Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar Appointed as UN Global Road Safety ChampionIIT-M Prof. B.
- Key details: Ravindran Appointed to UN International Panel on AIUnion MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches AI Product Data Portal ‘SUJVIKA’ to Mark 40th Foundation Day of DBTJharkhand Government Tables Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Budget for FY27Aspirant:Does Affairscloud covers all the Current affairs topics related to examinations?Affairscloud:We Guaranteed All the Important topics related to examination are covered in Our Daily CA content and Daily CA Quizzes.Aspirant:Why is there a delayal in news?Affairscloud:As some of the major news sites doesn’t provide the required data on the exact day, we take extra time for important data to be presented to the aspirants on the examination basis to ensure nothing is missed.Example:In ‘Important Days’ topics the International Organisations publish their reports and Rankings in the evenings, to make sure every data is covered, we delay the topics to the next day.Candidates appearing for Competitive Exams. Kindly Share the General Awareness questions,which asked in their respective exams to“[email protected]”Dear Aspirants,We would like to inform you that, startingJanuary 2025,all Current Affairs Hindi Contentwill be accessible only through theCareersCloud app and CareersCloud.in website.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.
🌍 International Affairs
11. Indian Mountaineers Summit South America’s Highest Peak Aconcagua
- What happened: Indian Mountaineers Summit South America’s Highest Peak AconcaguaIn February 2026, a six-member team from the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering(NIM),Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand and the Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and Winter Sports(JIM&WS),Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, (J&K), successfully summitedMount Aconcaguain Argentina, marking a major significant achieved for Indian mountaineering. About Expedition to Mt.
- Key details: Aconcagua:Expedition led by:The expedition team was led by Colonel (Col.) Hem Chandra Singh, Principal of NIM and JIM&WS.Summit:Before launching their summit, the team 1st scaledMt. Bonete Peak,at an altitude of 5,050 meters (m) above sea level. About Mt.
- Key points: The expedition was formally flagged off byUnionMinister Rajnath Singh,Ministry of Defence (MoD) on February 05, 2026.; During their expedition, they faced extreme weather conditions, including strong winds and temperatures ranging from -20 degrees Celsius and -30 degrees Celsius.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.
🔬 Science & Technology
12. Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches AI Product Data Portal ‘SUJVIKA’ to Mark 40th Foundation Day of DBT
- What happened: Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches AI Product Data Portal ‘SUJVIKA’ to Mark 40th Foundation Day of DBTOn February 24, 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) Independent Charge (IC)Dr.
- Key details: Jitendra Singh,Ministry of Science & Technology(MoS&T) launched‘SUJVIKA’,an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven biotech product data portal, to mark the40th foundation dayof the Department of Biotechnology(DBT),at the Civil Services Officers Institute (CSOI) in New Delhi, Delhi. About SUJVIKA:Overview:It is a Trade Statistics Digital Intelligence Platform designed to create a comprehensive, searchable database of biotechnology products developed across India.Developer:The portal was developed in collaboration with industry partner Association of Biotechnology Led Enterprises(ABLE).Sectors Covered:It covers multiple sectors such as healthcare and biopharma, agricultural biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, and environmental biotechnology.
- Key points: During the event, Union MoS(IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the revamped website of the DBT aligned with the Government of India (GoI)’s Digital Brand Identity Manual(DBIM) Framework.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Science & Technology (GS Paper 3). Achievements of Indians in S&T.
💰 Economy & Banking
13. ADB Partners with Aavas Financiers to Expand Affordable Housing, MSME Lending in India
- What happened: ADB Partners with Aavas Financiers to Expand Affordable Housing, MSME Lending in IndiaIn February 2026, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a senior secured debt financing package of up toUSD 108 million (Mn)(about Rs 983 crore (Cr)) with Aavas Financiers Limited to expand affordable housing and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) lending in India.Purpose:Apart from providing business loans for MSMEs in underserved states across India, the financing will support housing loans for self-built and green-certified homes, promoting climate-resilient and energy-efficient housing solutions for lower-middle-income borrowers.Capacity Support:The package includes concessional debt financing ofUSD 8 Mnthrough the Canadian Climate and Nature Fund for the Private Sector in Asia (CANPA), Asian Development Bank (ADB).
- Key points: The transaction also includes up toUSD 150,000in technical assistance to strengthen capacity and promote green housing awareness.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
14. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS
- What happened: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
15. FSIB Recommends Hitesh
- What happened: FSIB Recommends HiteshRameshchandraJoshi as CMD of GIC ReIn February 2026, the Financial Services Institutions Bureau(FSIB)recommendedHiteshRameshchandraJoshifor the position of Chairman-cum-Managing Director(CMD)of the General Insurance Corporation of India(GIC Re). About HiteshRameshchandraJoshi:Profile:He is a Fellow of the Insurance Institute of India and possesses several decades of extensive experience within the corporation, having handled diverse operational and strategic functions.Current Position:He is serving as Executive Director (ED) of GIC Re since 9 July 2024 and has held additional charge as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) since 1 October 2025 following the superannuation of Ramaswamy Narayanan.
- Key points: The final appointment will be confirmed by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet(ACC),headed by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
16. Legendary Indian Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar
- What happened: Legendary Indian Cricketer Sachin TendulkarAppointedas UN Global Road Safety ChampionOn February 24, 2026, Legendary Indian cricketerSachin Tendulkarwas designated aGlobal Champion for Road Safetyby the United Nations(UN), joining other international figures to support global road safety awareness efforts.About MakeaSafety Statement Campaign:Participation:He released a video promoting safe road practices under the UN-JCDecaux #MakeASafetyStatement campaign.Launches:Jean Todt, the Special Envoy for Road Safety of United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, launched“Make A Safety Statement”, in New Delhi, Delhi.Safety Actions Promotion:The campaign promotes everyday safety actions such as wearing seat belts and helmets, observing speed limits, avoiding mobile phone use while driving, not driving under the influence, and respecting pedestrians and cyclists.Digital Billboards:The digital billboards and posters with campaign messages will appear in New Delhi, Mumbai (Maharashtra), Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN), and Bengaluru (Karnataka).Sustainable Road Safety Initiative:Alongside the campaign, the UN launched the ‘Sustainable Financing for Road Safety in India – A Collaborative Approach’ project under the UN Road Safety Fund, implemented with technical support from World Health Organization(WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund(UNICEF), and UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific(UNESCAP).
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
17. IIT-M Prof. B. Ravindran Appointed to UN International Panel on AI
- What happened: IIT-M Prof. B.
- Key details: Ravindran Appointed to UN International Panel on AIIn February 2026,Professor B. Ravindran,of Indian Institute of Technology, Madras(IIT-M)was appointed to the United Nations(UN) Independent International Scientific Panel in Artificial Intelligence (AI),announced by UN Secretary-General António Guterres at India AI Impact Summit 2026 (New Delhi, Delhi). Represents India & Global South among 40 global experts.
- Key points: 1st global scientific body established by UN to provide detailed and independent scientific assessments of AI’s impact on society.
- Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.
📝 Practice Questions (MCQs)
Test your knowledge with these questions based on today’s current affairs:
Q1. Which of the following is related to: Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘?
(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: Cabinet Approves Proposal to Rename the State of ‘Kerala’ as ‘Keralam’On February 25 2026, theUnion Cabinetchaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi,approveda proposal to officially change the name…
Q2. Which of the following is related to: MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: MHA Releases India’s First National Counter-terrorism Policy & Strategy ‘PRAHAAR’In February 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA)released India’s new national counter-terrorism policy and strategy …
Q3. Which of the following is related to: PWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign Four?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: PWD, CSIR-CRRI & SPA Sign FourMoUsfor Standard Framework & RAMS Implementation in NCROn February 24, 2026, Public Works Department(PWD)of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh (UP), and Rajasthan along with t…
Q4. Which of the following is related to: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TN?
(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Rs 1,500 Crore Projects at VOC Port, TNIn February 2026,Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and …
Q5. Which of the following is related to: 16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HP?
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(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
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Answer: (c)
Explanation: 16th Edition of India-USA Joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Commences in HPOn 24 February 2026, the Indian Army(IA)and the United States Army(USA)commenced the16thedition of the India-the Uni…
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