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2 February 2026 · exam-relevant news
Latest digest · 2 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.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted that the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) is a demand-based legal guarantee, not merely an administrative promise. He termed it a transformative…
Read full storyThe U.S. is hosting a ministerial on critical minerals, which will focus on supply chain resilience, clean energy transitions, and strategic cooperation. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will visit the U.S. on Fe…
Read full storyElon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has taken steps to prevent Russia from using Starlink satellites for drone attacks in Ukraine. This move is significant as Starlink has been a crucial communication tool for Ukraine during…
Read full storyThe UN chief has warned that women remain significantly underrepresented in science and technology, despite some progress. This underrepresentation in the tech sector risks embedding inherent biases into digital tools,…
Read full storyThe Ayush Ministry is set to invite proposals for establishing new Ayurveda Institutes (AIIAs) across the country. This initiative aims to significantly expand high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate education, fost…
Read full storyGaza's crucial Rafah crossing is set to resume limited travel on February 2, following a test opening confirmed by Israel. The Israeli military agency overseeing aid to Gaza announced that residents could begin crossing…
Read full storyTwo teenagers, aged 19 and 15, have been charged with attempted murder, obstructing justice, and reckless discharge of a firearm in connection with a shooting incident during a parade in Louisiana that injured a child a…
Read full storyThe Union Budget 2026 emphasizes strategic sectors like critical minerals, nuclear energy, and advanced science. A key initiative includes the Centre's support to mineral-rich states such as Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Prade…
Read full storyIndia's Budget 2026-27 designates Information Technology (IT) as a core growth driver, emphasizing strategic focus on semiconductor production. This policy includes a tax holiday for foreign companies that procure data…
Read full storyNew UGC regulations, addressing caste-based discrimination and revamping grievance redressal mechanisms, have been stayed amidst protests. This development is crucial for competitive exams as it highlights the role of r…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court has observed that if a firm profits more from its scale of operations, it has a greater responsibility to bear the environmental costs associated with its larger footprint. This ruling highlights the p…
Read full storyThe Union Budget 2026 has increased the allocation for the agriculture sector, but has cut funding for crop insurance schemes and underfunded key agricultural missions. This indicates a lack of commitment to agricultura…
Read full storyThe Union Budget 2026 has allocated ₹67,600 crore for the Jal Jeevan Mission, despite the Jal Shakti Ministry expecting to spend only around ₹17,000 crore in the current financial year. This significant allocation highl…
Read full storyThe Andhra Pradesh government has launched a digital healthcare initiative called 'Sanjeevani' that will provide free health tests for 72 lakh people across the state. The initiative leverages AI-based advisories, regul…
Read full storyThe Tirupati laddu row has led to the transfer of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Executive Officer (EO) and the appointment of a Special Chief Secretary, Ravichandra, as the in-charge EO. This incident occurre…
Read full storyThe Indian government has allocated ₹4,551 crore in the budget for the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. This funding will be used to support the digitalization and FM expansion of the All India Radio (AIR) netw…
Read full storyThe Kerala Water Authority had submitted a proposal for a new 35-lakh-litre tank at Thammanam to address the water shortage in Kochi. However, the proposal is still awaiting administrative sanction, which is likely to w…
Read full storyAn elderly woman traveling from Bengaluru to the US alleged that her checked-in baggage was stolen, containing approximately 790 grams of gold jewelry, diamond ornaments worth ₹8 lakh, medicines valued at ₹20,000, and $…
Read full storyThe Congress party's top leadership met with leaders from Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, asking them to work together and highlight the 'failures' of the BJP government. The discussions focused on appointing booth-level ag…
Read full storyDivya Surepalli, a 37-year-old environmental engineer from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, became the state's first licensed civilian woman skydiver in 2024 after completing skydiving training abroad. This achievement is…
Read full storyThe Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced traffic diversions around the Begumpet Airport from January 26 to January 31 due to an air show event. Commuters are advised to avoid the Panjagutta to Greenlands to Begumpet…
Read full storyThe article discusses the measures being taken by the Bengaluru authorities to address the city's parking and traffic challenges. Paid parking is being introduced on more stretches, and towing is set to make a comeback.…
Read full storyThe Economic Survey has identified material and storage challenges as key risks to India's ongoing energy transition. It advocates for a strategic energy system approach, prioritizing nuclear energy and green hydrogen a…
Read full storyThe Supreme Court has stayed the implementation of the 2026 UGC Equity Regulations, finding them to be 'too sweeping'. The court has ordered that the 2012 UGC Regulations on promoting equity in higher education institut…
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