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12 February 2026 · verified exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 12 February 2026
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19 verified current-affairs updates for major exams.
The article discusses several major news stories from Karnataka, including the state government's decision to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the launch of a new scheme to provide free laptops to col…
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Manipuri dancer Darshana Jhaveri will be conferred the Nishagandhi Puraskaram award by Kerala Tourism at the inaugural ceremony of the Nishagandhi Dance Festival on February 13. This recognition of Jhaveri's contributio…
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The article discusses the major news stories from Karnataka today. It covers the state government's decision to grant a 4% quota for the Vokkaliga community in government jobs and education, the ongoing protests by farm…
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The U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the U.S. is 'starting to talk to Cuba' as he moves to cut its oil supplies. This comes in the wake of his recent moves to cut off oil supplies from Venezuela and Mexico…
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines has resumed flights between Dhaka and Karachi, Pakistan, after a gap of 14 years. This development is significant as it marks the restoration of air connectivity between the two neighboring cou…
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The Karnataka and Goa Directorate of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) has won the Prime Minister's banner and trophy for the second consecutive year at the Republic Day Camp 2026. The cadets from this directorate delivere…
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The article discusses the prevailing cold conditions in Kashmir, with Sonamarg being the coldest place with a low of minus 11.2 degrees Celsius. This is part of the 40-day period of extreme cold known as 'Chilla-i-Kalan…
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The 77th Republic Day was celebrated nationwide, with the grand parade at New Delhi's Kartavya Path leading the national festivities. The central theme for the celebrations was '150 Years of Vande Mataram'. This annual…
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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) directed social media platforms like YouTube, Meta, and Google to block a viral video depicting the January 21 killing of a 29-year-old man in Manipur's Churachandpur. This action was…
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Simran Bala will create history by commanding an all-male CRPF marching contingent of over 140 personnel at the Republic Day parade. This marks a significant milestone as it's the first time a woman officer will lead an…
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EU leaders are slated to be the chief guests for India's Republic Day function. For the Republic Day Celebrations-2026, the central theme will be 'Vande Mataram', with six States and departments showcasing this through…
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The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) reported a significant achievement in 2025, seizing 1.33 lakh kg of drugs valued at approximately ₹2,000 crore. This operation also led to the busting of six drug laboratories across f…
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The Gaza Strip witnessed a tragic incident where a grandmother and grandson perished in a tent fire while cooking, highlighting the severe humanitarian conditions. This occurred as actress Angelina Jolie visited the Raf…
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National Mathematics Day, celebrated on December 22, honors the birth anniversary of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. The article draws a parallel between the verifiable measurements of Jantar Mantar's astronomical in…
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National Mathematics Day, observed annually on December 22nd, commemorates the birth anniversary of the legendary Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. The article highlights that mathematical ability is not innate…
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The SMC Bill seeks to reform SEBI's regulatory framework by capping its inspection and probe powers at 8 years and mandating investigation completion within 180 days. This initiative aims to reduce regulatory overhang a…
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India plans a Vande Mataram-themed 77th Republic Day celebration, inviting top EU leaders as chief guests. This move is significant as an EU-India Summit is scheduled alongside the festivities to finalize the long-pendi…
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Rahul Gandhi criticized the 'VB-G RAM G Bill', alleging it undermines the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). He stated the bill, by capping work and increasing denials, effectively 'demoli…
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Sittilingi, a tribal valley in western Tamil Nadu, has achieved a remarkable reduction in its Infant Mortality Rate (IMR). From 147 per 1,000 births in the early 1990s, the IMR now stands at 8. This significant improvem…
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