Current Affairs Quiz - February 2026

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Bharat-VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) is a proposed multilingual Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered platform for farmers, announced in Union Budget 2026-27 by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman. It will integrate AgriStack portals and ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) agricultural practices with AI systems. The platform aims to enhance farm productivity and reduce risks for farmers by providing customised, real-time advisory support to improve decision-making based on local conditions.

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India’s first Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Advocate Training and Research Centre was inaugurated at Taloja, Navi Mumbai. The centre has been established by the Maharashtra and Goa Bar Council. It aims to strengthen the legal profession by bridging the gap between legal education and courtroom practice. The academy will focus on advocate training, legal research, and practical skill development. The initiative is seen as a landmark step for improving professional standards in law.

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Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan (GOBARdhan) scheme was launched in 2018 under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen). It focuses on solid waste management in villages by converting bio-waste like cattle dung, kitchen waste, crop residue, and market waste into biogas and bio-slurry. The scheme incentivizes Gram Panchayats to recover biodegradable waste and supports rural cleanliness. State/UT-wise details of functional Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and community/cluster biogas projects are available on the GOBARdhan portal as of 27 January 2026. Information provided by Minister of State for Jal Shakti Shri V. Somanna in Rajya Sabha.

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Haryana Thunders won the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 title after defeating Delhi Dangal Warriors 5-4 in a thrilling final at Noida Indoor Stadium. Scores were tied 4-4 after eight bouts; the final women’s 62kg match decided the championship. Paris Olympic silver medallist Iryna Koliadenko secured technical superiority to clinch victory for Haryana Thunders.

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Carlos Alcaraz won the Australian Open men’s singles tennis title 2026, completing his career Grand Slam. He defeated Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in the final at Rod Laver Arena. This is Alcaraz’s first Australian Open win at the age of 22. Novak Djokovic, 38, was aiming for a record 25th major and to become the oldest man in the Open era to win a Grand Slam. Djokovic was defeated in the Australian Open final for the first time in his 11 appearances.

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The 6th Badminton Asia Team Championships began on 3 February 2026 in Qingdao, China, with men’s and women’s national teams from Asia. India’s women are defending their title without two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, who withdrew from the tournament. Women’s team is in Group Y with fourth seeds Thailand and Myanmar, featuring Tanvi Sharma, Unnati Hooda, Malvika Bansod, and doubles pair Treesa Jolly–Gayatri Gopichand. Men’s team is in Group C with fourth seeds Japan and Singapore, comprising Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, Kidambi Srikanth, and doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy–Chirag Shetty.

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Scientists from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) discovered a new flowering plant species named Dicliptera pakhalica. The discovery was made in Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary located in Warangal district of Telangana. The sanctuary is dominated by mixed deciduous forest vegetation. The area has rich plant diversity including bamboo and teak trees.

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The International Day of Human Fraternity is observed every year on 4 February and was established by the United Nations (UN) in 2020. The 2026 theme is “Dialogue Over Division,” urging people to choose conversation instead of conflict. Dialogue means listening with care, speaking responsibly, and recognising shared humanity, not forced agreement. The observance calls individuals, communities, and nations to embrace diversity through understanding.

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National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Cooperation. National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) is implementing the Yuva Sahakar Scheme and Swayam Shakti Sahakar Scheme. Both schemes are fully funded and supported by NCDC. Yuva Sahakar Scheme aims to encourage newly formed cooperative societies with new and innovative ideas. It supports youth-led cooperatives to promote entrepreneurship and cooperative growth. Swayam Shakti Sahakar Scheme focuses on providing affordable and reliable financial services to the poor. Details were shared by Union Minister Shri Amit Shah in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha.

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The United States announced the launch of the Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement (FORGE). The announcement was made during the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial held in Washington, District of Columbia (DC). The ministerial was hosted by the United States and attended by delegations from over 50 countries, including India. The event aimed to enhance cooperation to secure and diversify global critical mineral supply chains. FORGE has been created as the successor to the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP).