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12 February 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 12 February 2026
AI summaries of PIB, RBI, All India Radio and national newspaper reports, organised for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and State-PSC revision. Every story links to its source.
24 current-affairs updates for major exams.
A new study by the World Weather Attribution (WWA) research group has found that climate change has made the wildfires in Chile and Argentina this year up to three times more likely. The rising temperatures and reduced…
Read full storyThis article discusses how indigenous ideas about non-linear time can help us navigate ecological crises. It challenges the anthropocentric view of time and encourages us to plan for the future beyond our own lifetimes.…
Read full storyA forest fire has broken out in the Palode region of Kerala, destroying nearly 10 acres of forest land. The fire is reported to have originated in the Chekkonam forest area. This incident highlights the importance of fo…
Read full storyThe paper mills in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, are a major industry in the region, but they are also highly energy-intensive and polluting. This is a significant environmental concern that could be relevant for compet…
Read full storyThe article discusses the emerging threat of garbage to the Himalayan Tahr, a wild goat species found in the Himalayas. Without immediate action, these fragile alpine environments risk crossing an irreversible tipping p…
Read full storyThe Kerala government has suspended the restrictions on firearms licenses for wild boar culling. This decision comes after the previous directive that barred persons holding arms licenses for sports or institutional pur…
Read full storyThe Chincha people, an ancient civilization along Peru's desert coast, built a powerful state before the rise of the Inca Empire. Their secret was the skillful use of seabird guano, which they shipped from nearby island…
Read full storyThe discovery of the Eurasian otter in a Ganderbal canal in Kashmir is a significant environmental event. It indicates that even in heavily modified landscapes, wildlife can find ways to return and thrive. This is an im…
Read full storyThe U.S. President Trump is set to formally rescind the 2009 Obama-era endangerment finding, which was a legal cornerstone of climate regulations in the country. This move by the Trump administration will have significa…
Read full storyThe Nilgiris Wildlife and Environment Association (NWEA) was formed in colonial India when British colonists discovered the Nilgiris region as a 'hunters' paradise'. The NWEA has played a crucial role in conserving the…
Read full storyThe article discusses several important environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, High Courts, and National Green Tribunal on February 9, 2026. These cases cover a wide range of issues, including air pollution, wi…
Read full storyAn endangered Hoolock Gibbon was electrocuted on a railway track in Assam's primate sanctuary, highlighting the failure of mitigation measures for the electrified railway line. This incident underscores the need for eff…
Read full storyThe Andhra Pradesh government has transferred key forest officers amid tensions at Kolleru Lake, a wildlife sanctuary. The transfers come days after villagers blocked Forest department officials on February 6 due to a d…
Read full storyThe Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has deployed four teams in Tamil Nadu to recopy old inscriptions. This is part of the ASI's ongoing effort to digitize over 76,000 estampages (impressions) of inscriptions in var…
Read full storyThe article highlights the critical issue of 'Saline Siege' in Odisha's coastal villages, where saline intrusion impacts water security. It emphasizes the profound link between water availability and mental health, argu…
Read full storyAndhra Pradesh aims to significantly reduce its average power purchase cost to ₹3.90 per unit by 2035, simultaneously progressing towards net-zero emissions. This initiative is crucial for fostering sustainable developm…
Read full storyThe Sammakka-Saralamma Maha Jatara, a significant tribal festival, is held in Medaram, a forest village in Telangana. This event draws crores of devotees who gather to honor the revered forest goddesses. It's crucial fo…
Read full storyThe National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken stringent action against cricket stadium authorities across India, seeking detailed replies regarding groundwater usage. This crackdown is significant as the NGT fined 12 cric…
Read full storyPeriyar Tiger Reserve in Kerala has successfully implemented a groundbreaking conservation model by transforming former poachers into dedicated wildlife protectors. This innovative approach has effectively mitigated hum…
Read full storyIndia's Union Budget has allocated Rs 20,000 crore for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) technology, signaling a significant push towards climate change mitigation. This move, however, raises critical ques…
Read full storyThe article emphasizes that safeguarding wetlands is crucial for India's ecological resilience and developmental future amidst climate uncertainty and water insecurity. Wetlands are foundational ecosystems providing vit…
Read full storyHaiderpur Wetland in Uttar Pradesh, India's 47th Ramsar Site, is highlighted for its ecological and socio-economic significance, challenging the perception of wetlands as wastelands. Located within the Hastinapur Wildli…
Read full storyThe Finance Commission has recommended that heatwaves and lightning be added to the national disaster list. This is significant as it could lead to increased disaster relief funding and policy focus on these climate-rel…
Read full storyThe article highlights the degradation of wetlands around Chilika Lake, India's first Ramsar Site, primarily due to the proliferation of aquaculture farms harvesting freshwater carps and prawns. It emphasizes the import…
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