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1. Union Agriculture Minister Launches farmers’ digital companion ‘Bharat

• என்ன நடந்தது: Union Agriculture Minister Launches farmers’ digital companion ‘BharatVistaar’ inRajasthanOn 17 February 2026, Union MinisterShivrajSinghChouhan, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoAFW) and Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), launched ‘Bharat-Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources(Bharat-VISTAAR)’at the State Institute of Agricultural Management (SIAM) in Durgapura,Jaipur, Rajasthan.About Bharat VISTAAR:Integration:The Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven platform integrates AgriStack, India’s federated DPI that consolidates farmer registries, land records, and crop data with farm practice packages of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).Access Modes:Farmers can access services through the toll-free helpline155261powered by the AI voice assistantBharation basic phones, via MoAFW web portal. Phase 1:Bharat–VISTAAR has been launched inMaharashtra, Bihar, Gujarat,andRajasthanwith integration of state-level systems such as Vasudha and MahaVistaar (Maharashtra), BiharKrishi (Bihar), and AmulAI’s Sarlaben (Gujarat).10 Schemes Integrated:Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), Soil Health Card (SHC), Kisan Credit Card (KCC), Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA), Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY), Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), Per Drop More Crop (PDMC), Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS), and Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM).
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: GoIUnveils India’s First Comprehensive AI Governance FrameworkIn February 2026, Government of India(GoI)introduced India’s first comprehensive Artificial Intelligence(AI) governance framework, as part of IndiaAI Mission, promote safe, trusted AI innovation across healthcare, education, agriculture, finance and public administration through seven guiding principles without standalone legislation.About the AI Governance Framework:AI Governance Philosophy:In July 2025, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) formed a committee to develop AI Governance Guidelines. The framework includes four parts such:.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Chatbot services are available in English and Hindi.; Guiding Principles; Key Issues and Recommendations; Action Plan
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

2. Seven Guiding Principles:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Seven Guiding Principles:India’s AI governance is built on seven core principles, also known as Sutras, including:.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Trust is the Foundation; People First; Innovation over Restraint; Fairness & Equity
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

3. Practical Guidelines:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Practical Guidelines:For Industry:It includes compliance with Indian laws, adopt voluntary best practices, establish grievance redressal mechanisms, and publish transparency reports.For Regulators:The regulators are advised to avoid unnecessary compliance burdens, encourage innovation-friendly regulation, and promote the use of techno-legal solutions.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

4. Supreme Court Declares ‘Menstrual Health’ as a Fundamental Right under Article 21

• என்ன நடந்தது: Supreme Court Declares ‘Menstrual Health’ as a Fundamental Right under Article 21In January 2026, a Supreme Court of India (SCI) bench comprising Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice R.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Mahadevan delivered a landmark ruling in the case of Dr. Jaya Thakur v. Government of India & Ors., officially recognizing ‘Menstrual Health and Hygiene(MHH)’as aFundamental RightunderArticle 21(Right to Life and Dignity) of the Constitution of India.Implementation Framework:Provision:All government and private schools must provide free oxo-biodegradable sanitary napkins (Classes 6–12) through vending machines and establish Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) corners with spare uniforms, innerwear, and disposal bags.Infrastructure:Schools must ensure functional, gender-segregated toilets with running water, soap, and safe disposal systems in compliance with Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026.Oversight:District Education Officers (DEO) must conduct annual inspections, while the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and State Commissions for Protection of Child Rights (SCPCR) supervise compliance, supported by anonymous student feedback mechanisms.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: During the event, President Droupadi Murmu released acommemorative coinand aspecial postage stampand felicitated 10 achievers from the Santal community for their contributions to promoting the script.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

5. IA Hosts First Ever UN Fellowship Training

• என்ன நடந்தது: IA Hosts First Ever UN Fellowship TrainingProgrammeon SALW Control inJabalpur, MPThe Indian Army(IA)is hosting the first ever United Nations(UN) Fellowship TrainingProgrammeonSmall Arms and Light Weapons(SALW) Controlparticularly for the Asia-Pacific region from 16 February, 2026 to 6 March 2026, at the Military College of Materials Management (MCMM) inJabalpur,Madhya Pradesh (MP), marking the first time the programme is being held in Asia.About UN Fellowship TrainingProgrammeon SALW Control:Organizers:The training was organized by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) through its Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD).Framework:It is conducted under the Ministry of External Affairs(MEA)and the Ministry of Defence(MoD).Participants:The event includes participation of delegates from 13 countries across the Asia-Pacific region.Focus Areas:It includes strengthening technical and operational skills related to small arms control and supporting implementation of UN frameworks such as the UN Programme of Action (PoA) and the International Tracing Instrument (ITI).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It also includes enhancing regional cooperation, improving tracing systems, and promoting responsible stockpile management of weapons.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

6. NHAI to Develop India’s First ‘Bee Corridors’ Along National Highways

• என்ன நடந்தது: NHAI to Develop India’s First ‘Bee Corridors’ Along National HighwaysIn February 2026, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), has launched afirst-of-its-kind ecological initiative to developdedicatedpollinatoror ‘Bee Corridors’ along National Highways (NH), as part of its sustainable infrastructure development programme. About Bee Corridor :Design:The Bee Corridors comprise continuous linear stretches of bee-friendly vegetation trees, shrubs, herbs, and grasses with nectar and pollen-rich species, preserved dead wood and hollow trunks, and staggered flowering cycles to ensure near year-round blooming.Species:Native species such as Neem, Karanj, Mahua, Palash, Bottle Brush, Jamun, and Siris will be planted based on local agro-climatic suitability.Implementation:Corridors will be developed along suitable NH stretches and vacant land parcels of the NHAI, with flowering clusters planted at 500 meters (m)–1 kilometer (km) intervals aligned to honeybee foraging ranges.Targets:During 2026–27, NHAI plans to plant around 40 lakh trees along NH, with approximately 60% of them under the Bee Corridor initiative, and field offices will identify sections to develop at least three pollinator corridors.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The project aims to reduce ecological stress on honeybees and other pollinators while enhancing agricultural productivity and biodiversity.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

7. Tamil-Brahmi Inscriptions Discovered in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings

• என்ன நடந்தது: Tamil-Brahmi Inscriptions Discovered in Egypt’s Valley of the KingsIn February 2026, Archaeologists identified around30ancient inscriptions inside rock-cut royal tombs in Egypt’sValley of the Kings, a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)World Heritage site.About Ancient Inscriptions Identified:Inscriptions Languages:About 20 of the identified inscriptions are in Tamil-Brahmi script, along with others in Sanskrit and Prakrit. Many of the inscriptions date from the 1st to 3rd century Common Era (CE).Inscription of “Cikai Korran”:The name Cikai Korran appears eight times across five tombs, inscribed near entrances and high on interior walls.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: In one tomb, it is found about four metres(m) above the entrance.Documentation:The inscriptions were documented by scholars including Professor Ingo Strauch, University of Lausanne (Switzerland) and Professor Charlotte Schmid, French School of Asian Studies. About Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions:It is an early form of the Tamil writing system. They appear to be short markings, possibly merchant names, trade symbols, or ownership marks.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: They presented their work at an International Conference on Tamil Epigraphy in Chennai, Tamil Nadu(TN).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

8. India’s First National Biobank for LSDs Launched in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

• என்ன நடந்தது: India’s First National Biobank for LSDs Launched in Ahmedabad, GujaratIn February 2026, Government of India(GoI)launched India’s first government-supportedNational Biobankdedicated to Lysosomal Storage Disorders(LSDs)at the Foundation for Research in Genetics and Endocrinology(FRIGE),Institute of Human Genetics, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.About Biobank:It is a central repository that collects, stores, and manages biological samples and related data such as Deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA),blood, plasma, and urine, so researchers can use them to study diseases and develop treatments. About LSDs:LSDs are rarely inherited metabolic diseases caused by enzyme deficiencies in cells.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: The toxic substances build up inside cells and damage organs such as the brain, liver, spleen, and skeleton, without the necessary enzymes.About National Biobank:The biobank is expected to advance research, help develop new diagnostics, drug targets, and therapies, and provide a centralized national resource for clinical, enzymatic, and genomic data.Collaboration:A collaborative initiative has been launched with the Tata Institute for Genetics and Society (TIGS), Bengaluru(Karnataka), to utilise biobank-derived samples for developing human stem cell–based disease models aimed at studying and understanding rare genetic disorders.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It includes samples and data from 530 patients collected over a 17-year period from 2008 to 2025.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

9. Assam FM Ajanta Neog Presents Rs 62,295 Crore Interim Budget

• என்ன நடந்தது: Assam FM Ajanta Neog Presents Rs 62,295 Crore Interim Budgetfor FY27In February 2026,Ajanta Neog,Finance Minister (FM) of Assam presented theRs 62,294.78 croreinterim budget for Financial Year 2026-27(FY27)in the state legislative assembly in Dispur, Assam, ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections scheduled in the month ofMarch-April, 2026. Key Financial Indicators:GSDP:The state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) increased by45%from FY20 to FY25, higher than the nation’s 29% Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Per Capita Income:The state’s per capita income has more than doubled over the last 5 years i.e. from Rs 86,947 crore (in FY21)to Rs 1,85,429 crore (in FY26),marking an increase of113%. *******.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This interim budget was presented as a vote-on-account, aimed  to cover expenditure for the initial months of the next fiscal year.; While presenting the budget, FM janta Neog highlighted that the state is expected to become aRs 10 lakh croreeconomyby 2028.; The economic survey of Assam projected the state’s growth rate of16.93%with GSDP estimated atRs 8,71,451 crorefor FY27.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

10. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

11. Current Affairs 19 February 2026

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs 19 February 2026Union Agriculture Minister Launches farmers’ digital companion ‘Bharat Vistaar’ in RajasthanGoI Unveils India’s First Comprehensive AI Governance FrameworkSupreme Court Declares ‘Menstrual Health’ as a Fundamental Right under Article 21President Murmu Inaugurates Centenary Celebrations of Ol Chiki Script in New DelhiIA Hosts First Ever UN Fellowship Training Programme on SALW Control in Jabalpur, MPNHAI to Develop India’s First ‘Bee Corridors’ Along National HighwaysTamil-Brahmi Inscriptions Discovered in Egypt’s Valley of the KingsIndia’s First National Biobank for LSDs Launched in Ahmedabad, GujaratDFS Released Socio-Economic Impact Analysis of Incentive Scheme at Chintan ShivirRBI Approves Airtel Money to operate as Type-II NBFC-NDIDFC First Bank Launches FD-Linked Credit Card ‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’Air India and Lufthansa Group Sign MoU to Strengthen India–Europe Air ConnectivityReliance Consumer Products Forms Majority-Owned Joint Venture with Nigeria’s TGI GroupUnion Minister Rajnath Singh Felicitates ‘Bhavya Bharat Bhushan Award 2026’ in Coimbatore, TNTarique Rahman Sworn in as 11th PM of BangladeshFirst Indigenous Cadet Training Ship ‘Krishna’ Launched at L&T Kattupalli, ChennaiOscar-Winning Filmmaker Frederick Wiseman Passed AwayAssam FM Ajanta Neog Presents Rs 62,295 Crore Interim 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.
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• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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12. First Indigenous Cadet Training Ship ‘Krishna’ Launched at L&T Kattupalli, Chennai

• என்ன நடந்தது: First Indigenous Cadet Training Ship ‘Krishna’ Launched at L&T Kattupalli, ChennaiIn February 2026,thefirst indigenouslydesigned and built Cadet Training Ship (CTS)‘Krishna(Yard 18003)’of the Indian Navy(IN) was launched at Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Shipbuilding facility at Kattupalli near Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN). About CTS Krishna :Name:The newly inaugurated ship, the first of the three CTS under construction at M/s L&T, is named afterRiver Krishna,India’s 3rd longest river.Key Specifications:122 meter(m)-long Krishna ship, with maximum speed of nearly 20 knots, has displacement of 4,700 tonnes and endurance of nearly 60 days at sea.Key Functions:These ships are mainly designed to provide basic training to Naval cadets that will include seamanship, navigation drills, ship handling and practical exposure to life on board a navy vessel.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It was launched byAnupama Chauhan,President of Defence Wives Welfare Association (DWWA) in the presence of GeneralAnil Chauhan,Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and other senior officials of the Indian Armed Forces and M/s L&T Shipbuilding.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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13. DFS ReleasedSocio-Economic Impact Analysisof Incentive Schemeat Chintan ShivirIn February 2026, the

• என்ன நடந்தது: DFS ReleasedSocio-Economic Impact Analysisof Incentive Schemeat Chintan ShivirIn February 2026, the Department of Financial Services(DFS)under the Ministry of Finance (MoF), released a report titled‘Socio-Economic Impact Analysis of Incentive Scheme for Promotion of RuPay Debit Card and low-value BHIM-UPI (Person-to-Merchant) transactions’during the Chintan Shivir held on February 13- February 14, 2026, at Coorg in Karnataka. About Social Impact Analysis:Conducted by:Social Impact Analysis, an initiative led by the DFS, has been conducted byIpsos Research Pvt.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Ltd,as the independent 3rd-party research agency in consultation with the National Payments Corporation of India(NPCI).UPI Dominance:The report revealed that Unified Payments Interface(UPI)has emerged as the most preferred mode of transaction which accounts for57%of total payment transactions, exceeding cash transactions at 38%.Surge in Digital Transactions:As per the report, the digital transactions surged nearly11 timesbetween 2021 and 2025,with UPI’s share in total digital transactions increasing to 80%.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The report assesses the effectiveness of the Government of India (GoI)’s incentive framework in promoting digital payments, bolstering payment infrastructure, and driving financial inclusion nationwide.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

14. RBI Approves Airtel Money to operate as Type-II NBFC-ND

• என்ன நடந்தது: RBI Approves Airtel Money to operate as Type-II NBFC-NDOn February 17, 2026,Airtel Money, a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, received a Certificate of Registration(CoR) from Reserve Bank of India(RBI)to operate as a Type II – Non-Deposit Taking Non-Banking Financial Company – Investment and Credit Company(Type‑II NBFC‑ND (ICC)).Key Details:Regulatory Basis:The certificate was issued under Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934.Deposit Restrictions:Being a non-deposit taking NBFC, Airtel Money is prohibited from accepting public deposits, ensuring adherence to RBI’s prudential norms.Permitted Operations:The company is authorised to engage in credit and investment-related activities, including lending and financial transactions, without soliciting deposits from the public.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

15. IDFC First Bank Launches FD-Linked Credit Card ‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’

• என்ன நடந்தது: IDFC First Bank Launches FD-Linked Credit Card ‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’On February 16, 2026,IDFC First Banklaunched‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’,a Fixed Deposit (FD)-backed credit card, designed especially for first-time users and people with no credit history.About Hello Cashback Credit Card:Access:It includes no eligibility conditions such as credit score or income proof. Customers can avail it by opening a minimum FD ofRs.10,000and the credit limit is set at 100% of the FD value.Key Features:It also integrates standard credit card functionalities, including contactless payments, Equated Monthly Installment (EMI) conversion options, and enhanced security features.Rewards:The card offers tiered online cashback of3%on the first Rs.10,000 of online spending on a billing cycle and 5% on spends beyond Rs.10,000, along with 1% cashback on Unified Payment Interface (UPI) payments made through IDFC FIRST Bank applications(app).Joining Fees:The card requires aRs.1000joining fee, waived until March 31, 2026, and an annual fee of Rs.1,000 which is fully waived on annual spends of Rs.2 lakh or more and 50% waived on Rs.1 lakh spends.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It also includes benefits such as Rs.2 lakh personal accident cover of Rs.25,000 purchase protection and fuel surcharge waivers.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

16. Air India and Lufthansa Group Sign MoU to Strengthen India–Europe Air Connectivity

• என்ன நடந்தது: Air India and Lufthansa Group Sign MoU to Strengthen India–Europe Air ConnectivityIn February 2026,Air Indiaand theLufthansa Groupsigned a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)to explore the formation of a joint business partnership aimed at enhancing air connectivity between Air India and Lufthansa Group’s carriers and subsidiaries, including Air India Express, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, ITA Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), and other affiliated airlines.Partnership Framework:Alliance Membership:Both airlines are members of the Star Alliance and currently cooperate through codeshare agreements and alliance-based coordination.Integration Scope:The agreement establishes a framework for deeper integration through coordinated flight schedules, joint route planning, aligned sales and commercial strategies, loyalty programme integration, and enhanced Information Technology (IT) and customer experience systems.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

17. Reliance Consumer Products Forms Majority-Owned Joint Venture with Nigeria’s TGI Group

• என்ன நடந்தது: Reliance Consumer Products Forms Majority-Owned Joint Venture with Nigeria’s TGI GroupIn February 2026,Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) arm of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), signed a definitive agreement to form a majority-owned joint venture withTropical General Investments Group (TGI Group), Nigeria.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The partnership marks a significant step in RCPL’s global expansion strategy and is subject to customary regulatory and legal approvals.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

18. Joint Venture Overview:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Joint Venture Overview:Market Entry:Under the joint venture, Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) will introduce a wide range of its Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) products in Nigeria by leveraging TGI Group’s manufacturing capabilities and distribution network.TGI Profile:Established in 1980, TGI Group is a Lagos-based multinational conglomerate operating across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia in multiple sectors.RCPL Profile:Established in 2022, RCPL is the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries Limited, which reported revenue of USD 125.3 billion in Financial Year 2024–25.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

19. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS Union MinisterRajnathSingh Felicitates ‘BhavyaBharatBhushanAward 2026’ in Coimbatore, TNIn February 2026, Union MinisterRajnathSingh, Ministry of Defence (MoD), felicitated distinguished individuals with theinauguralBhavyaBharatBhushanAwardduring theMahashivaratricelebrationsat the Isha Yoga Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (TN).About BhavyaBharatBhushanAward:Institution: The award, was launched in 2026 by the Isha Foundation under Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, is a national-level honour presented annually.Categories: Presented across seven key categories including Science and Technology, Arts and Culture, Sports, National Security, Corporate Leadership, Literature, and Community Welfare.2026 Awardees:Nambi Narayanan and A. S.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Kiran Kumar were honoured for space research, Alarmel Valli and N. Rajam for contributions to classical arts, Vikram Sampath for literature, Saina Nehwal for sports, and the Indian Armed Forces for service during Operation Sindoor.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

20. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS TariqueRahman Sworn in as 11th PM of BangladeshOn 17th February 2026,TariqueRahman, the Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was sworn in as the11thPrime Minister(PM) of Bangladesh after the formation of a new government following the 2026 general elections. He became the first PM of Bangladesh following the July Revolution.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in ended the 18-month interim administration led byMuhammad Yunus, who served as Chief Adviser from August 2024 to February 2026 and resigned on 16 February 2026.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

21. Bangladesh Transition 2026:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Bangladesh Transition 2026:Oath:The swearing-in ceremony held at the Bangabhaban (Presidential Palace) in Dhaka, where the oath of office was administered by Mohammed Shahabuddin, President of Bangladesh. Electoral Mandate:In the 2026 general elections, the BNP and its allies won 212 of 299 seats in the 13th parliamentary polls, which recorded a 59.44% voter turnout.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Alongside the PM, 25 cabinet ministers and 24 state ministers took their oaths.; The Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies secured 77 seats, the National Citizen Party (NCP) won 6 seats, and Independents claimed 7 seats.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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22. Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Frederick Wiseman Passed Away

• என்ன நடந்தது: Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Frederick Wiseman Passed AwayOn February 16, 2026, Renowned American documentary filmmakerFrederick Wisemanpassed away at the age of 96 in Massachusetts, the United States of America(USA).He was born on January 1, 1930, in Boston, Massachusetts. About Frederick Wiseman:Profile:He was an American documentary filmmaker and was widely regarded as a master of observational filmmaking.Career:Over a career spanning more than five decades, he directed over 40 documentaries focusing on institutions such as schools, hospitals, courts, libraries, police departments, and cultural organizations.Notable Works: He was best known for his influential documentaries such as Titicut Follies, High School, Welfare, Juvenile Court, Boxing Gym, La Danse, Central Park, and Crazy Horse.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: He also directed ‘The Last Letter’, his only fiction feature film.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: In 2016, he received an HonoraryAcademy Award(Oscar) from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in recognition of his extraordinary contribution to documentary filmmaking.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.