17-2-2026 current affairs
🔴 1. International Relations
India–France Bilateral Engagement
PM Narendra Modi held talks with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Focus areas: Defence cooperation, Indo-Pacific strategy, AI collaboration, clean energy.
Relevance: Strategic Partnership, GS-II (IR), Defence procurement.
Bangladesh Political Development
New government formation in Bangladesh.
Significance: India-Bangladesh relations (border management, connectivity, trade, security).
🔴 2. Defence & Security
Exercise MILAN 2026
Multilateral naval exercise hosted by Indian Navy.
Conducted at Visakhapatnam.
Participation: 70+ nations.
Objective: Maritime security, Indo-Pacific cooperation.
Prelims Angle: Types of naval exercises, Indo-Pacific concept.
🔴 3. Science & Technology
AI for Governance Initiative
Government emphasized ethical AI, inclusive AI, and AI in public service delivery.
Focus on AI Centres of Excellence.
Prelims: AI applications, emerging technologies, Digital India.
Annular Solar Eclipse
First solar eclipse of 2026 observed (not fully visible in India).
Concept: When Moon covers Sun’s centre leaving “Ring of Fire”.
Prelims: Types of eclipses, astronomical phenomena.
🔴 4. Economy
Trade Deficit Update
Increase in imports (gold, crude oil).
Impact on Current Account Deficit (CAD).
Prelims: Balance of Payments components.
Currency in Circulation
Record high currency circulation reported by Reserve Bank of India.
Relevance: Monetary policy, inflation linkage.
🔴 5. Polity & Governance
Cooperative Sector Reforms
Focus on strengthening Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS).
Digitisation of cooperative institutions.
Prelims: Constitutional status of cooperatives (97th Constitutional Amendment).
University Protest Regulations
Administrative restrictions on campus protests.
Linked to public order & institutional autonomy debates.
🔴 6. Environment
Maritime & Blue Economy Emphasis
Discussions on sustainable ocean governance during naval engagements.
Prelims: Blue Economy, UNCLOS basics.
🔴 1. International Relations
India–France Bilateral Engagement
PM Narendra Modi held talks with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Focus areas: Defence cooperation, Indo-Pacific strategy, AI collaboration, clean energy.
Relevance: Strategic Partnership, GS-II (IR), Defence procurement.
Bangladesh Political Development
New government formation in Bangladesh.
Significance: India-Bangladesh relations (border management, connectivity, trade, security).
🔴 2. Defence & Security
Exercise MILAN 2026
Multilateral naval exercise hosted by Indian Navy.
Conducted at Visakhapatnam.
Participation: 70+ nations.
Objective: Maritime security, Indo-Pacific cooperation.
Prelims Angle: Types of naval exercises, Indo-Pacific concept.
🔴 3. Science & Technology
AI for Governance Initiative
Government emphasized ethical AI, inclusive AI, and AI in public service delivery.
Focus on AI Centres of Excellence.
Prelims: AI applications, emerging technologies, Digital India.
Annular Solar Eclipse
First solar eclipse of 2026 observed (not fully visible in India).
Concept: When Moon covers Sun’s centre leaving “Ring of Fire”.
Prelims: Types of eclipses, astronomical phenomena.
🔴 4. Economy
Trade Deficit Update
Increase in imports (gold, crude oil).
Impact on Current Account Deficit (CAD).
Prelims: Balance of Payments components.
Currency in Circulation
Record high currency circulation reported by Reserve Bank of India.
Relevance: Monetary policy, inflation linkage.
🔴 5. Polity & Governance
Cooperative Sector Reforms
Focus on strengthening Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS).
Digitisation of cooperative institutions.
Prelims: Constitutional status of cooperatives (97th Constitutional Amendment).
University Protest Regulations
Administrative restrictions on campus protests.
Linked to public order & institutional autonomy debates.
🔴 6. Environment
Maritime & Blue Economy Emphasis
Discussions on sustainable ocean governance during naval engagements.
Prelims: Blue Economy, UNCLOS basics.
Consider the following statements about the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) / ಭಾರತೀಯ ರಿಸರ್ವ್ ಬ್ಯಾಂಕ್ (RBI) ಕುರಿತು ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಿ:
1.It was established in 1935. / ಇದು 1935ರಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.
2.It was nationalised in 1949. / ಇದು 1949ರಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯೀಕರಣಗೊಂಡಿತು.
3.It issues coins in India. / ಇದು ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ನಾಣ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತದೆ.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? / ಮೇಲಿನ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಯಾವುದು ಸರಿಯಾಗಿದೆ?
1.It was established in 1935. / ಇದು 1935ರಲ್ಲಿ ಸ್ಥಾಪಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.
2.It was nationalised in 1949. / ಇದು 1949ರಲ್ಲಿ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯೀಕರಣಗೊಂಡಿತು.
3.It issues coins in India. / ಇದು ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ನಾಣ್ಯಗಳನ್ನು ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಮಾಡುತ್ತದೆ.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? / ಮೇಲಿನ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಯಾವುದು ಸರಿಯಾಗಿದೆ?
Exercise MILAN is related to which of the following? / MILAN ಅಭ್ಯಾಸವು ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಯಾವುದಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದೆ?
Anonymous Quiz
0%
A) Space cooperation / ಅಂತರಿಕ್ಷ ಸಹಕಾರ
68%
B) Naval multilateral exercise / ಬಹುರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ನೌಕಾಪಡೆ ಅಭ್ಯಾಸ
32%
C) Trade agreement / ವ್ಯಾಪಾರ ಒಪ್ಪಂದ
0%
D) Climate summit / ಹವಾಮಾನ ಶೃಂಗಸಭೆ
Trade Deficit occurs when: / ವ್ಯಾಪಾರ ಹಿನ್ನಡೆ ಯಾವಾಗ ಉಂಟಾಗುತ್ತದೆ?
Anonymous Quiz
0%
A) Exports exceed imports / ರಫ್ತು ಆಮದುಗಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಆಗಿದ್ದಾಗ
85%
B) Imports exceed exports / ಆಮದು ರಫ್ತುಗಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಆಗಿದ್ದಾಗ
5%
C) Exports equal imports / ರಫ್ತು ಮತ್ತು ಆಮದು ಸಮನಾಗಿದಾಗ
10%
D) Services exceed goods trade / ಸೇವೆಗಳು ಸರಕು ವ್ಯಾಪಾರಕ್ಕಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಆಗಿದ್ದಾಗ
Which Constitutional Amendment gave constitutional status to Cooperative Societies? / ಸಹಕಾರಿ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಗಳಿಗೆ ಸಂವಿಧಾನಿಕ ಸ್ಥಾನಮಾನ ನೀಡಿದ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಯಾವುದು?
Anonymous Quiz
19%
A) 42nd Amendment / 42ನೇ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ
14%
B) 73rd Amendment / 73ನೇ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ
57%
C) 97th Amendment / 97ನೇ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ
10%
D) 101st Amendment / 101ನೇ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ
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🗞️ Key National & International Developments (18 Feb 2026)
1️⃣ India AI Impact Summit 2026 Begins
A major global AI summit started in New Delhi with participation from world leaders, ministers, tech experts and innovators.
Focus areas: ethical AI, inclusive development, public systems, global cooperation on AI policy.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Global governance, tech diplomacy), GS III (Technology policy and regulation).
2️⃣ Advisory Issued for Summit Logistics
Authorities released a detailed advisory regarding venue timings and management of the ongoing AI Summit events scheduled for today.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Public administration, event management in governance).
3️⃣ Bilateral Meeting: India & Finland
Prime Minister held a bilateral discussion with the visiting Prime Minister of Finland on the sidelines of the AI Summit.
Discussions covered strengthening cooperation in technology, digital sectors and economic engagement.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Bilateral cooperation; technology diplomacy).
4️⃣ State Visit: President of Spain to India
The President of Spain is on an official state visit to India.
High-level engagements scheduled to enhance bilateral ties.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Foreign relations, strategic partnerships).
5️⃣ Summit Inauguration Announcement
The Prime Minister announced that the formal inauguration of the India AI Impact Summit will take place on 19 Feb 2026 with the theme emphasizing welfare and inclusive progress.
UPSC relevance:
GS II/III (National policy priorities; vision and governance).
1️⃣ India AI Impact Summit 2026 Begins
A major global AI summit started in New Delhi with participation from world leaders, ministers, tech experts and innovators.
Focus areas: ethical AI, inclusive development, public systems, global cooperation on AI policy.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Global governance, tech diplomacy), GS III (Technology policy and regulation).
2️⃣ Advisory Issued for Summit Logistics
Authorities released a detailed advisory regarding venue timings and management of the ongoing AI Summit events scheduled for today.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Public administration, event management in governance).
3️⃣ Bilateral Meeting: India & Finland
Prime Minister held a bilateral discussion with the visiting Prime Minister of Finland on the sidelines of the AI Summit.
Discussions covered strengthening cooperation in technology, digital sectors and economic engagement.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Bilateral cooperation; technology diplomacy).
4️⃣ State Visit: President of Spain to India
The President of Spain is on an official state visit to India.
High-level engagements scheduled to enhance bilateral ties.
UPSC relevance:
GS II (Foreign relations, strategic partnerships).
5️⃣ Summit Inauguration Announcement
The Prime Minister announced that the formal inauguration of the India AI Impact Summit will take place on 19 Feb 2026 with the theme emphasizing welfare and inclusive progress.
UPSC relevance:
GS II/III (National policy priorities; vision and governance).
Arrange the following Himalayan ranges from south to north:
ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಹಿಮಾಲಯ ಶ್ರೇಣಿಗಳನ್ನು ದಕ್ಷಿಣದಿಂದ ಉತ್ತರದವರೆಗೆ ಸರಿಯಾದ ಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಜೋಡಿಸಿ:
1.Himadri 2.Shivalik 3.Himachal Select the correct answer: ಸರಿಯಾದ ಉತ್ತರವನ್ನು ಆಯ್ಕೆಮಾಡಿ:
ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಹಿಮಾಲಯ ಶ್ರೇಣಿಗಳನ್ನು ದಕ್ಷಿಣದಿಂದ ಉತ್ತರದವರೆಗೆ ಸರಿಯಾದ ಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಜೋಡಿಸಿ:
1.Himadri 2.Shivalik 3.Himachal Select the correct answer: ಸರಿಯಾದ ಉತ್ತರವನ್ನು ಆಯ್ಕೆಮಾಡಿ:
Anonymous Quiz
7%
A) 2–3–1
36%
B) 3–2–1
14%
C) 2–1–3
43%
D) 1–3–2
The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian States?
ಕರ್ಕ ರೇಖೆ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಎಷ್ಟು ರಾಜ್ಯಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಹಾದುಹೋಗುತ್ತದೆ?
ಕರ್ಕ ರೇಖೆ ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಎಷ್ಟು ರಾಜ್ಯಗಳ ಮೂಲಕ ಹಾದುಹೋಗುತ್ತದೆ?
Anonymous Quiz
6%
A) 6
38%
B) 7
56%
C) 8
0%
D) 9
Consider the following statements about Laterite soil:
ಲೇಟರೈಟ್ ಮಣ್ಣು ಕುರಿತು ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಿ:
1.It forms in areas of high temperature and heavy rainfall.
ಇದು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಉಷ್ಣತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಭಾರಿ ಮಳೆಯ ಪ್ರದೇಶಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ರೂಪುಗೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತದೆ.
2.It is rich in humus.
ಇದು ಹ್ಯೂಮಸ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮೃದ್ಧವಾಗಿದೆ.
3.It is suitable for cashew cultivation.
ಇದು ಗೋಡಂಬಿ ಬೆಳೆಗಾಗಿ ಸೂಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ.
Which of the above are correct?
ಮೇಲಿನ ಯಾವವು ಸರಿಯಾಗಿವೆ?
ಲೇಟರೈಟ್ ಮಣ್ಣು ಕುರಿತು ಕೆಳಗಿನ ಹೇಳಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಿ:
1.It forms in areas of high temperature and heavy rainfall.
ಇದು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಉಷ್ಣತೆ ಮತ್ತು ಭಾರಿ ಮಳೆಯ ಪ್ರದೇಶಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ರೂಪುಗೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತದೆ.
2.It is rich in humus.
ಇದು ಹ್ಯೂಮಸ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಸಮೃದ್ಧವಾಗಿದೆ.
3.It is suitable for cashew cultivation.
ಇದು ಗೋಡಂಬಿ ಬೆಳೆಗಾಗಿ ಸೂಕ್ತವಾಗಿದೆ.
Which of the above are correct?
ಮೇಲಿನ ಯಾವವು ಸರಿಯಾಗಿವೆ?
The ‘Ring of Fire’ is mainly associated with:
‘ರಿಂಗ್ ಆಫ್ ಫೈರ್’ ಮುಖ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಯಾವುದಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದೆ?
‘ರಿಂಗ್ ಆಫ್ ಫೈರ್’ ಮುಖ್ಯವಾಗಿ ಯಾವುದಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದೆ?
Anonymous Quiz
5%
A) Tornadoes / ಚಂಡಮಾರುತಗಳು
90%
B) Earthquakes and Volcanoes / ಭೂಕಂಪಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಜ್ವಾಲಾಮುಖಿಗಳು
5%
C) Coral reefs / ಪ್ರವಾಳ ದ್ವೀಪಗಳು
0%
D) Ocean currents / ಸಮುದ್ರ ಪ್ರವಾಹಗಳು
Today’s Current Affairs (19 Feb 2026)
🧠 1) India AI Impact Summit 2026 (GS-3: Science & Tech / Governance)
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
• Emphasis on human-centric, ethical and inclusive AI development.
• Focus on democratizing AI for public good — healthcare, education, agriculture, governance.
• India projected itself as a global AI hub for the Global South.
• Stress on responsible AI, data governance, innovation ecosystem and startup support.
UPSC Relevance:
– AI governance framework
– Ethical AI & regulation
– Digital public infrastructure
– India’s tech leadership.
🌍 2) AI & Global Cooperation (GS-2: IR)
• Participation of global leaders, policymakers and technology companies.
• AI diplomacy emerging as a key pillar of India’s foreign policy.
• Focus on collaborative AI research, cross-border data standards and innovation partnerships.
UPSC Angle:
– Technology diplomacy
– Global AI regulatory architecture
– India’s role in Global South leadership.
🔎 3) Government Fact-Check Mechanism (GS-2: Governance)
• Government clarified misleading claims circulating regarding remarks of a Union Minister about a robotics demonstration.
• Highlights the role of official fact-checking mechanisms in combating misinformation.
UPSC Angle:
– Information integrity
– Media ethics & governance
– Role of digital communication units.
🧠 1) India AI Impact Summit 2026 (GS-3: Science & Tech / Governance)
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi.
• Emphasis on human-centric, ethical and inclusive AI development.
• Focus on democratizing AI for public good — healthcare, education, agriculture, governance.
• India projected itself as a global AI hub for the Global South.
• Stress on responsible AI, data governance, innovation ecosystem and startup support.
UPSC Relevance:
– AI governance framework
– Ethical AI & regulation
– Digital public infrastructure
– India’s tech leadership.
🌍 2) AI & Global Cooperation (GS-2: IR)
• Participation of global leaders, policymakers and technology companies.
• AI diplomacy emerging as a key pillar of India’s foreign policy.
• Focus on collaborative AI research, cross-border data standards and innovation partnerships.
UPSC Angle:
– Technology diplomacy
– Global AI regulatory architecture
– India’s role in Global South leadership.
🔎 3) Government Fact-Check Mechanism (GS-2: Governance)
• Government clarified misleading claims circulating regarding remarks of a Union Minister about a robotics demonstration.
• Highlights the role of official fact-checking mechanisms in combating misinformation.
UPSC Angle:
– Information integrity
– Media ethics & governance
– Role of digital communication units.
GST was introduced in India through which Constitutional Amendment?
GST ಅನ್ನು ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಯಾವ ಸಂವಿಧಾನ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಮೂಲಕ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ತರಲಾಯಿತು?
GST ಅನ್ನು ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲಿ ಯಾವ ಸಂವಿಧಾನ ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ ಮೂಲಕ ಜಾರಿಗೆ ತರಲಾಯಿತು?
Anonymous Quiz
73%
A) 101st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2016
13%
B) 100th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2015
7%
C) 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2018
7%
D) 99th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2014
Which Article of the Constitution provides for the GST Council?
ಸಂವಿಧಾನದ ಯಾವ ವಿಧಿ GST ಮಂಡಳಿಯನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುತ್ತದೆ?
ಸಂವಿಧಾನದ ಯಾವ ವಿಧಿ GST ಮಂಡಳಿಯನ್ನು ಒದಗಿಸುತ್ತದೆ?
Anonymous Quiz
21%
A) Article 246A
43%
B) Article 269A
36%
C) Article 279A
0%
D) Article 280
Consider the following regarding GST Council:
1.It is chaired by the Union Finance Minister. 2.Each State has one vote and the Centre has one vote. 3.Decisions require a three-fourth majority of weighted votes. Which of the above is/are correct?
1.It is chaired by the Union Finance Minister. 2.Each State has one vote and the Centre has one vote. 3.Decisions require a three-fourth majority of weighted votes. Which of the above is/are correct?
Anonymous Quiz
17%
A) 1 and 3 only
33%
B) 1 only
25%
C) 1, 2 and 3
25%
D) 2 and 3 only