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1. Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Meerut, UP on February 22, 2026

• என்ன நடந்தது: Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Meerut, UP on February 22, 2026On 22 February 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra ModivisitedMeerut,Uttar Pradesh (UP), where he flagged off the Meerut Metro and the 82 kilometre (km) Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor and developmental projects worth approximatelyRs 12,930 croreto the Nation.Highlights of the Visit:Delhi–MeerutNamoBharat Corridor:PM Narendra Modi dedicated the82kilometre(km) Delhi–MeerutNamoBharat Corridor,India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS). Meerut Metro:The 21 km Meerut Metro corridor operates between Meerut South and Modipuram across 12 stations.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Meerut Metro wasIndia’s fastest metro system, with a maximum operational speed of around 120 kmph.It operates on shared infrastructure with Namo Bharat, creatingIndia’s firstintegrated intercity and intra-city rapid transit model.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The RRTS is designed for180kilometres per hour(kmph)with an operational speed of 160 kmph, connecting Delhi with Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut.; Four Namo Bharat stations were commissioned as part of the inauguration with Sarai Kale Khan serves as the originating station of the corridor.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

2. NIPER Signs MoU with Boehringer Ingelheim India to Enhance Pharmaceutical Education & Research

• என்ன நடந்தது: NIPER Signs MoU with Boehringer Ingelheim India to Enhance Pharmaceutical Education & ResearchOn February 21, 2026, the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research(NIPER),Raebareli(Uttar Pradesh, UP), including its Centre of Excellence for Novel Drug Delivery Systems (CoE-NDDS),signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)withBoehringer Ingelheim IndiaPrivate Limited to enhance pharmaceutical education, research collaboration, and innovation. Key Details:Objective:The MoU will support curriculum enhancement aligned with industry needs, along with guest lectures, expert interactions, and short-term training programmes and workshops to enhance practical learning and industry exposure for students.About AMRITVA Cohort 2:.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: During the event,Cohort 2of Alliance for Medical Research, Innovation, Translation & Value Acceleration(AMRITVA)was also launched to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem.; Research Commercialization:Five innovators have been selected under Cohort 2 for grant support to help commercialize their research. It includes three faculty-led projects and two research scholar-led projects.; Implementation:AMRITVA is implemented by the Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur (UP), in partnership with NIPER, Raebareli.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

3. Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Launches Indigenous Td Vaccine in

• என்ன நடந்தது: Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Launches Indigenous Td Vaccine inKasauli, HPIn February 20, 2026, Union Minister Jagat Prakash(J.P) Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW), launched the indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria(Td) vaccineat the Central Research Institute (CRI) in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh(HP).About Td Vaccine:Overview:The Td vaccine provides protection against two serious bacterial diseases such as Tetanus and Diphtheria. The Td vaccine combines tetanus toxoid and diphtheria toxoid, offering dual protection.Production & Supply: The vaccine is manufactured domestically at CRI, which completed all required developmental studies, obtained necessary licenses and approvals, received clearance from the Central Drugs Laboratory(CDL), and started commercial production.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Incorporation:The vaccine has been incorporated into India’s Universal Immunization Programme(UIP)and replaces the earlier tetanus-only(TT) vaccinein many cases, aligns with global health recommendations.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: CRI will supply55 lakh doses by April 2026.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

4. Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launches ‘

• என்ன நடந்தது: Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launches ‘BadhnaHai Toh YahanJudnaHai’ CampaignOn February 22, 2026, Union Minister of State(MoS)Independent Charge(IC)Jayant Chaudhary,Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), launched a nationwide awareness campaign titled‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’to accelerate India’s digital skilling movement through the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH). About ‘BadhnaHai Toh YahanJudnaHai’ Campaign:Aim:The initiative is designed to empower citizens to upskill, reskill, and future‑proof their careers in an era of rapid AI, automation, and digital innovation.Participation Expansion:The initiative aims to expand participation in the SIDH platform, which integrates skilling, employment, and lifelong learning opportunities into one digital hub.Brand Ambassador:Legendary ActorAmitabh Bachchanhas been brought on board to promote the SIDH.About SIDH:It is a mobile-first, AI-enabled platform that offers industry-aligned and future-ready courses with personalized recommendations.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: NDMA,AcSIR, CSIR-NIScPRSign MoU to Enhance Cooperation in DMRROn February 21, 2026, the National Disaster Management Authority(NDMA),under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research(AcSIR),and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)- National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research(CSIR-NIScPR),under the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T), signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU)to strengthen collaborative efforts in Disaster Management Research & Response(DMRR).Key Details of the MoU:Objective:The agreement seeks to strengthen research, capacity building, policy support, and knowledge sharing to enhance national disaster risk reduction and resilience.Integration:The MoU integrates science, technology, and policy to boost disaster preparedness, promote academic and interdisciplinary research, and enhance public awareness and science communication on disaster risks in India.Role of Entities:Under the MoU, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme will be launched by AcSIR at CSIR-NIScPR with support from NDMA.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The campaign was unveiled on the sidelines of the India Artificial intelligence(AI) Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, Delhi.; Features include Aadhaar‑based electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) registration, One Time Password (OTP)‑enabled access, Quick Response (QR)‑code‑enabled digital Curriculum Vitae (CVs), and support in more than 21 Indian languages to ensure inclusive access.; AcSIR, NDMA, and CISR-NIScPR will carry out joint research, policy studies, and capacity-building programmes in disaster risk reduction.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

5. WB Govt Launches ‘BanglarYuva Sathi’ Scheme for Unemployed YouthIn February 2026,Mamata Banerjee, Ch

• என்ன நடந்தது: WB Govt Launches ‘BanglarYuva Sathi’ Scheme for Unemployed YouthIn February 2026,Mamata Banerjee, Chief Minister (CM) of West Bengal(WB), announced that the‘BanglarYuva Sathi’scheme would commence fromApril 1, 2026, to provide financial assistance to unemployed youth in the state to support their livelihood and skill development needs.AboutBanglar Yuva Sathi:Financial Assistance:The scheme provides a monthly stipend ofRs 1,500through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank accounts for upto five years, subject to the beneficiary remaining unemployed.Eligibility Criteria:Applicants must have passed the Madhyamik examination, be aged 21 to 40 years and not be beneficiaries of any other WB welfare scheme.Registration Process:The registration will be held from February 15 to 26, 2026 with applications accepted through special camps organized across all Assembly constituencies.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

6. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches CM Jan Sunwai Portal, EWS Admission & e-District Services

• என்ன நடந்தது: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches CM Jan Sunwai Portal, EWS Admission & e-District ServicesIn February 2026,Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister (CM) of Delhi, launched multiple Information Technology (IT) initiatives at the Delhi Secretariat in New Delhi, including theCM Jan Sunwai grievance redressal portal and mobile app(Application),integration of Electronic District(e-District) serviceswith the Common Service Centre (CSC) network, and a secure online admission platform for Economically Weaker Section(EWS), Disadvantaged Group (DG), and Children With Special Needs(CWSN) categories.About the Initiatives:Jan Sunwai:The CM Jan Sunwai Portal establishes a centralised grievance redressal mechanism covering all Delhi Government departments, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), Delhi Development Authority (DDA), and Delhi Police, allowing registration through an online portal, mobile application (app), call centre (1902), and offline submission at the Chief Minister’s (CM) Office. Admissions:The secure cloud-based portal for EWS, DG, and CWSN ensures Aadhaar-based verification, automated eligibility checks, digital certificate validation, and transparent seat allocation in private schools.e-District:Integration of e-District services with over 7,000 CSCs enables access to certificates and welfare services at a nominal fee of Rs 30 per service.Monitoring:The Digital Asset Portal (DAP) and CM Pragati Portal facilitate real-time tracking of government land, infrastructure, project approvals, and delays to enhance accountability and prevent cost escalation.Governance:Implementation of a Cyber Crisis Management Plan (CCMP), expansion of the e-Office system across 200+ departments, and proposed WhatsApp-based services strengthen digital governance and citizen accessibility.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: *******.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It follows a three-tier system comprising a Grievance Redressal Officer (GRO), Appellate Authority (AA), and Final Appellate Authority (FAA), with unique reference IDs, SMS updates, and automated escalation for unresolved complaints.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

7. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)

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

8. Current Affairs 24 February 2026

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs 24 February 2026Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Meerut, UP on February 22, 2026NIPER Signs MoU with Boehringer Ingelheim India to Enhance Pharmaceutical Education & ResearchUnion Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Launches Indigenous Td Vaccine in Kasauli, HPUnion MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launches ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ CampaignNDMA, AcSIR, CSIR-NIScPR Sign MoU to Enhance Cooperation in DMRRRBI builds secured data centre in Odisha away from potential enemy strikes, seismic riskEmbraer, Mahindra Collaborate to Establish C-390 MRO Facility in IndiaICRA Forecasts India’s GDP Growth to 7.2% in Q3 FY26India’s Vasai Cathedral Wins 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage ConservationManipuri Film ‘Boong’ Wins BAFTA Award for Best Children’s & Family FilmOverview of 2026 Winter Olympics Held in Italy; Norway Tops Medal TallyBelgium’s Hanne Vandewinkel Clinches ITF W100 Bengaluru Women’s Singles TitleFormer Union Railway Minister Mukul Roy Passes AwayVP Radhakrishnan Launches Constitution of India in Gujarati and TamilWorld Thinking Day 2026 – February 22WB Govt Launches ‘Banglar Yuva Sathi’ Scheme for Unemployed YouthDelhi CM Rekha Gupta Launches CM Jan Sunwai Portal, EWS Admission & e-District ServicesAspirant: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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9. RBI builds secured data centre in Odisha away from potential enemy strikes, seismic risk

• என்ன நடந்தது: RBI builds secured data centre in Odisha away from potential enemy strikes, seismic riskIn February 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)launched a highly secure second data centre inBhubaneswar, Odisha, a step towards enhancing the safety and continuity of its critical financial infrastructure.Key Highlights:Purpose:The greenfield facility in the 18.55-acre campus at Info Valley-II, Khordha, Odisha will store and run the RBI’s main computer systems that manage cash supply, digital payments between banks, and financial data monitoring.Certification:The site has also securedTier IVdesign certification, indicating that it meets the highest global standards for reliability, uptime, and operational performance.Primary Data Centre:The RBI’s primary data centre is located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This data centre hosts core applications, database and software.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

10. Embraer, Mahindra Collaborate

• என்ன நடந்தது: Embraer, Mahindra Collaborateto Establish C-390 MRO Facility in IndiaIn February 2026, Brazilian aerospace manufacturerEmbraerand India’sMahindra Grouphave announced plans to collaborate on establishing a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul(MRO) facilityin India for theC-390 Millennium military transport aircraft. Key Details:Background:A Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) signed inOctober 2025aims to produce the C-390 Millennium in India and strengthen the ‘Make in India’ initiative.Scope: The proposed MRO capability is envisaged to provide end-to-end support, covering base and heavy maintenance, structural inspection and testing, component repair and overhaul, avionics support, as well as training services.Support:The proposed facility will provide comprehensive in-country maintenance and sustainment support for the C-390 fleet to ensure high operational readiness and improved aircraft availability.Aircraft :The C-390 Millennium is a multi-mission military transport aircraft with a payload capacity of up to26 tons, offering higher speed, greater operational range, and enhanced performance compared to other medium-sized transport aircraft.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This facility is subject to the selection of the C-390 aircraft by the Indian Air Force (IAF) under its Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement programme.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

11. ICRA Forecasts India’s GDP Growth to 7.2% in Q3 FY26

• என்ன நடந்தது: ICRA Forecasts India’s GDP Growth to 7.2% in Q3 FY26On February 22, 2026, India’s Credit Rating AgencyICRA Limited, formerly Investment Information and Credit Rating Agency of India Limited, has projected that India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth to ease to around7.2%in third quarter(Q3)of Fiscal Year 2025-26(FY26)(Oct-Dec 2025), down from 8.2% in Q2 FY26.Key Details of GDP Growth Projection:Sector Slowdown:The services sector growth is forecast to slow to around7.8%in Q3 from 9.2% in the second quarter (Q2). Agriculture growth is also expected to decline to about3%from 3.5% in Q2.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Industrial activity is projected to rise to around 8.3%, highest in 6 quarters.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

12. Gross Value Added (GVA):

• என்ன நடந்தது: Gross Value Added (GVA):According to ICRA, the year-on-year (YoY) growth in Services Gross Value Added (GVA) is estimated to moderate to 7.8% in Q3 FY26, compared to 9.2% in Q2 FY26.Moderation Factors:It includes unfavorable base effects from Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25), contraction in government capital expenditure, subdued state government spending, weak merchandise exports, and a slowdown in services exports to their lowest in several quarters.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

13. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

14. India’s Vasai Cathedral Wins 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation

• என்ன நடந்தது: India’s Vasai Cathedral Wins 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage ConservationIn February 2026, the 475-year-oldOur Lady of Grace Cathedral,located in Vasai, Maharashtra, received theAward of Meritat the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation 2025, becoming the only religious site from India to receive recognition. About 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Award for Cultural Heritage Conservation:Award Categories:The UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation are presented under four categories: Award of Distinction, Award of Merit, Award for New Design in Heritage Contexts, and Special Recognition for Sustainable Development.Participation:A total of 90 entries from 16 countries were assessed by a seven-member international jury, marking the highest number of submissions in the Awards’ history.Projects Recognised in 2025:The 2025 edition honoured10 outstanding projectsfrom six countries:China, India, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal and Vanuatu.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Manipuri Film‘Boong’Wins BAFTA Award for Best Children’s & Family FilmIn February 2026, the Manipuri-language film‘Boong’, became thefirst Indianfilm to win the British Academy of Film and Television Arts(BAFTA) AwardforBest Children’s & Family Filmat the 79th edition of the ceremony held at the Royal Festival Hall in London, the United Kingdom (UK). About the film‘Boon’g:Film:Boong is a Manipuri-language coming-of-age comedy-drama directed by debutant Lakshmipriya Devi and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under Excel Entertainment.Plot:It follows a young boy, Boong, who embarks on a journey with his friend Raju to reunite his mother Mandakini with his father Joykumar.Acting Honours:In the acting categories, Robert Aramayo won Best Leading Actor for his role in ‘I Swear’, while Jessie Buckley received Best Leading Actress for ‘Hamnet’, which also earned the Outstanding British Film award.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The announcement was made in Bangkok, Thailand, during the25th anniversaryceremony of the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation, whereten projectsfrom six countries were recognised.; The Award of Distinction, the highest honour in 2025, was jointly conferred on the Sihang Warehouse Conservation Project in Shanghai, China, and the Iwami Ginzan Library Conservation Project in Oda, Japan.; Notably, Nepal secured two Awards of Merit in 2025.; At the ceremony the trophy was presented by Paddington Bear from Paddington The Musical, and Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt attended as a guest presenter.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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15. Overview of 2026 Winter Olympics Held in Italy; Norway Tops Medal Tally

• என்ன நடந்தது: Overview of 2026 Winter Olympics Held in Italy; Norway Tops Medal TallyTheXXV Winter Olympic Games, officially known asMilano Cortina 2026, were held from6 to 22 February 2026across multiple venues in Lombardy and Northeast Italy, including Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Bormio, and Val di Fiemme, marking the first time two cities officially co-hosted the Games. About XXV Winter Olympic Games:Venues:Events were held across four clusters—Milan (ice events), Cortina d’Ampezzo (women’s alpine and sliding sports), Valtellina/Livigno (freestyle and snowboard), and Val di Fiemme (Nordic events).Organiser:The Games were organised under the International Olympic Committee (IOC) during the presidency of Kirsty Coventry, marking the first Olympics under her leadership.Sports:Games featured 16 winter sports, including: Alpine Skiing, Biathlon, Cross-Country Skiing, Snowboarding, Freestyle Skiing, Ski Jumping, Figure Skating, Speed Skating, Short Track Speed Skating, Ice Hockey, Curling, Bobsleigh, Skeleton, Luge, Nordic Combined, and Ski Mountaineering.Italy:Host nation Italy finished fourth in the medal standings with 10 gold, 6 silver, and 14 bronze medals (total 30), marking its best-ever Winter Olympic performance.India:India fielded a two-member contingent—Arif Mohammad Khan (Alpine Skiing), who registered the nation’s best-ever finish in men’s slalom, and Stanzin Lundup (Cross-Country Skiing)—though the country did not secure a medal.World record:Xandra Velzeboer is a Dutch short track speed skater who won gold medals in the 500 metres (m) and 1000 m at the 2026 Winter Olympics, setting a world record in the 500 m semi-finals.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Belgium’s HanneVandewinkelClinches ITF W100 Bengaluru Women’s Singles TitleIn February 2026, Belgium’sHanneVandewinkeldefeated India’sShrivalliBhamidipatyAdkarfor 6-0,6-1, in the final to clinch KPB Family Trust International Tennis Federation(ITF)Women’s 100(W100)Bengaluru Tournament held from 16 to 22 February 2026 at SM Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka.About ITF W100 Bengaluru Women’s Singles Title:Cash Prize:Vandewinkel, seeded third and ranked around World No:124, earned 100 Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) ranking points and USD 15,239 as prize money.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Norwaytopped the medal tally with 18 gold, 12 silver, and 11 bronze medals (total 41), followed by the United States of America (USA) with 12 gold, 12 silver, and 9 bronze medals (total 33), while theNetherlandssecured third place with 10 gold, 7 silver, and 3 bronze medals (total 20).; Vaishnavi Adkar from Pune (Maharashtra) ranked around World No: 690, earned 65 ranking points and USD 8,147 despite the loss.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

16. India’s Significance:

• என்ன நடந்தது: India’s Significance:Vaishnavi Adkar became the first Indian woman since Sania Mirza(2009) to reach an ITF W100 final.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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17. Former Union Railway Minister

• என்ன நடந்தது: Former Union Railway MinisterMukulRoy Passes AwayOn 23 February 2026, former Union MinisterMukulRoy, Ministry of Railway (MoR) and a founding member of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), passed away at the age of 71 in Kolkata, West Bengal (WB). He was born on 17 April 1954 in Kanchrapara, WB.AboutMukulRoy:Parliament:He was first elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) to the Rajya Sabha in 2006 and re-elected for a subsequent term, and he served as the leader of the TMC in the Rajya Sabha 2009 to 2012.Ministry:In the United Progressive Alliance (UPA II) government under Prime Minister (PM) Manmohan Singh, he served as Minister of State (MoS) for Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) (2009–2011) and later as the 32nd Union Minister for MoR from March to September 2012.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

18. VP Radhakrishnan Launches Constitution of India in Gujarati and Tamil

• என்ன நடந்தது: VP Radhakrishnan Launches Constitution of India in Gujarati and TamilIn February 2026, Vice President(VP) C.P. Radhakrishnanlaunched the Constitution of India inGujaratiandTamilon International Mother Language Day(21st February) at Uprashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, Delhi.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: About Constitution in Regional Languages:The official translations are also available in Boro, Dogri, Santali, and other languages for the first time. About Legal Glossary:The 8th edition was launched to simplify legal terms for broader understanding and was described as an “instrument of empowerment” for lawmakers, students, judicial officers, researchers, translators, and policymakers.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He also launched the 8th Edition of the Legal Glossary translating legal terms from English to Hindi.; It enables citizens to understand their rights, duties, and democratic responsibilities in their mother tongues.; He also noted that last year, the Constitution was released for the first time in Nepali for the Nepali-speaking population of Bharat.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

19. World Thinking Day 2026 – February 22

• என்ன நடந்தது: World Thinking Day 2026 – February 22World Thinking Day(WTD)is celebrated annually across the world on22 Februaryby Girl Scouts and Girl Guides in 153 countries to promote international friendship, sisterhood, and empowerment of girls and women. Background:Origin:In1926,delegates from Girl Guide and Girl Scout organisations worldwide met in the United States of America (USA) for the 4th WAGGGS World Conference, where they decided toestablishThinking Day as a special day for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts.Renaming:In1999, during the 30th World Conference held in Dublin, Ireland, the day was renamed ‘World Thinking Day’.Led by: The day is annually organized by theWAGGGS.Significance:February 22 was chosen because it marks the birthday of Lord Robert Baden-Powell, Founder of the Boy Scout Movement and the first Chief Scout of the World, as well as his wife Olave Baden-Powell, the World Chief Guide.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 22 February 2026 marked the centenary (100th anniversary) of WTD.; 2026 Theme:“Our Friendship”
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.