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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Punjab on February 1, 2026On February 1, 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Punjab to participate in commemorative, developmental, and infrastructure-related engagements.

• The visit coincided with the 649th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas, a revered 15th-century saint.

Highlights of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Punjab:
Arrival: PM Narendra Modi arrived at the Adampur Airport in Jalandhar, Punjab.
Adampur Airport: During the visit, he unveiled the new name of the Adampur Airport as ‘Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji Airport, Adampur’, in honour of Sant Guru Ravidas.
Halwara Airport Terminal: During the visit, PM Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the new civil terminal building at Halwara Airport in Ludhiana (Punjab), scaling up regional air connectivity for Ludhiana and surrounding industrial and agricultural areas.
Paid Tribute: He visited Dera Sachkhand Ballan, a major spiritual center of the Ravidassia community in Jalandhar, and paid respect on Guru Ravidas Jayanti.
About Punjab:
Chief Minister (CM) – Bhagwant Singh Mann
Governor – Gulab Chand Kataria
Capital – Chandigarh
Ramsar Sites – Beas Conservation Reserve, Harike Lake

India Hosts 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New DelhiOn January 31, 2026, the Government of India (GoI) hosted the 2nd India–Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting(IAFMM) in New Delhi, Delhi ,renewing high-level diplomatic engagement with the Arab League after nearly a decade since the inaugural meeting in 2016.

• The meeting was co-chaired by Union Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and Khalifa Shaheen Al Marar, Minister of State of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Highlights of the India-Arab Ministers’ Meeting 2026:
Participation: The event brought together foreign ministers and senior diplomats from India and all 22 Arab League member states, along with Ahmed Aboul Gheit, Secretary-General of the League of Arab States (LAS).
Significance: The 2026 meeting marks the first meeting in India and the first in 10 years since the inaugural session was held in Bahrain in 2016.
Delhi Declaration Adoption: India and the LAS formally adopted the New Delhi Declaration of the 2nd India-Arab Summit. It reflects deeper India-Arab cooperation on regional and global issues amid evolving geopolitics in West Asia and beyond.
About United Arab Emirates (UAE):
President – Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Capital – Abu Dhabi
Currency – UAE Dirham (AED)

NSO to Conduct Nationwide Survey on Migration from July 2026 to June 2027In February 2026, the Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge), IC) Rao Inderjit Singh, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), announced that the National Statistics Office (NSO) under MoSPI proposed to conduct a comprehensive Survey on Migration across India from July 2026 to June 2027 to generate updated data on migration patterns, labor mobility, and socio-economic profiles of migrants.
About the Proposed Migration Survey:
Coverage: The survey will capture rural–urban, inter-state, return, and seasonal migration, including reasons for movement, employment characteristics of migrants, and remittance flows.
Labour Profile: The exercise will document employment characteristics of migrants and associated remittance flows.
Migration Rate: As per Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2020–21, India’s overall migration rate was 28.9%, with migration rates of 10.7% for males and 47.9% for females, and nearly 26.8% of the rural population classified as migrants.
Gender: Marriage accounted for 86.8% of female migration, while employment or better employment opportunities drove 22.8% of male migration.
Data Sources:The most recent migration data in India were compiled through the PLFS 2020–21 and the Multiple Indicator Survey 2020–21.
About National Statistics Office (NSO):
NSO of India is a subordinate office of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) and was formed by merging the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO).
Director General (DG) (Central Statistics) – Narender Kumar Santoshi
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 2019

IHMCL Signs MoU with NFSU to Strengthen Cyber Security in National Highway Operations
In February 2026, Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL), under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) to enhance cybersecurity and data protection in National Highway(NH) operations.

• The MoU was signed by A.R. Chitranshi, Chief Operating Officer(COO) of IHMCL, and Dr. S.O. Junare, Campus Director of NFSU, Gandhinagar(Gujarat), in the presence of Santosh Kumar Yadav, Chairman of NHAI and Vishal Chauhan, Chairman and Managing Director(CMD) of IHMCL.

Key Highlights of MoU:
Technical Support: Under the MoU, the NFSU will provide technical guidance to the IHMCL for setting up advanced laboratories, including Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) analysis, multimedia analysis, audio-video analysis, and digital and cyber forensics laboratories.
Key Areas of Collaboration: The MoU will concentrate on strengthening joint efforts in advanced highway technologies, including Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF), Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS), Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), Traffic Management Systems (TMS), and Weigh-in-Motion (WIM).
Focus: The MoU also targets secure camera-based imaging, encrypted data storage, cybersecurity audits, evidence integrity, forensic reliability, enhanced imaging accuracy, and the setup of Security Operations Centres (SOC) and forensic validation laboratories.

MeitY Signed e-Signature Pact with EU DG CONNECT
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India (GoI) and the Directorate-General for Communication Networks, Content and Technology (DG CONNECT) of the European Commission (EC) signed an Administrative Arrangement on Advanced Electronic Signatures and Seals to strengthen India–European Union (EU) digital cooperation in January 2026.

• The agreement was signed by S. Krishnan, Secretary of MeitY, and Roberto Viola, Director-General of the EC’s DG CONNECT.

About Agreement between India–EU:
Framework: The arrangement establishes a collaborative structure for the interoperability of electronic signatures, electronic seals, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems.
Compliance: The implementation will follow India’s Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000, and remain consistent with EU laws.
Implementation: MeitY will execute the arrangement through the Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA).
Digital Trade: India and the EU will link Trusted Lists to enable cross-border digital signing of contracts, invoices, and documents, reducing costs and time, boosting trust, and benefiting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

MoPA Unveils Upgraded Version of NYPS Web Portal ‘NYPS 2.0’
On February 2, 2026, the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA), unveiled an upgraded version of the National Youth Parliament Scheme (NYPS) web portal, also known as NYPS 2.0, to significantly expand the reach and inclusivity of the Youth Parliament Programme in India.
Key Features of NYPS 2.0:
Engagement: Since its launch on 11 September 2024, the NYPS has recorded robust participation, with 95,319 participants across 660 Youth Parliament sittings up to 27 January 2026.
Inclusive Access: The upgrade aims to ensure wider involvement in remote and rural areas by removing barriers that existed in the previous version.
Broader Eligibility: Earlier restricted to students of recognized educational institutions. Currently, the portal enables participation from all educational institutions, groups, and individual citizens across India.
Modes: The upgraded portal allows institution participation, enabling schools, colleges, and universities to organise Youth Parliament Sittings (YPSs) under Kishore Sabha (younger students) and Tarun Sabha (Undergraduates(UG)/Postgraduates(PG)).

• It also supports Group Participation for citizen groups and Individual Participation.

BANKING & FINANCE

World Bank Approves USD 830 Million Loan for PM-SETU to Upgrade India’s ITIsIn February 2026, the World Bank Group (WBG) approved an USD 830 million loan for India’s Pradhan Mantri – Skilling and Employability Transformation Through Upgraded Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) (PM-SETU) program, aiming to revamp ITIs to align skills training with labor market needs and enhance youth employment opportunities.

• The program is part of the WBG’s new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for India (Financial Year(FY)2026–31), which envisages USD 8–10 billion in annual financing.

About Loan Approvals for PM-SETU:
Loan Terms: The loan has a final maturity of 19.5 years, including a 4-year grace period.
Objective: The initiative aims to upgrade ITIs and National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) to bridge skill gaps and improve job placement outcomes.
Joint Preparation: The program was jointly prepared by the World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Funding Model: The program plans to mobilize at least USD 680 million in private capital to strengthen ITI infrastructure and operations.
Institutional Framework: A hub-and-spoke model will be implemented comprising 200 hub ITIs and 800 spoke ITIs with strong industry integration.
Sectoral Focus: Training will prioritize high-demand sectors including manufacturing, Electric Vehicles (EVs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), green energy, textiles, and construction.
Workforce Target: PM-SETU seeks to generate over 1 million better-skilled workers annually while ensuring 25% female participation through updated curricula.

PNB Launches ‘LUXURA Metal Credit Card’ on Visa Infinite Platform
On January 31, 2026, Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, launched ‘LUXURA Metal Credit Card’ on the Visa Infinite platform, expanding its premium credit offerings for high-net-worth and lifestyle-driven customers.
About LUXURA Metal Card:
Fee Structure : The card carries a Joining Fee of Rs.4,999 plus Goods and Services Tax(GST) and an Annual Fee of Rs.1,999 plus GST.
Rewards : It includes accelerated reward points on purchases, with boosted earning on travel and lifestyle spending, welcome bonus points, and bonus rewards points for annual milestone spending.
Travel & Luxury Perks: The card provides zero forex mark-up on all foreign currency transactions, unlimited complimentary access to airport lounges across India and abroad, and round-the-clock (24×7) Visa Concierge Services for personalized assistance.
Hotel & Dining Benefits: It offers hotel perks such as upgrades, free breakfast, Wireless Fidelity(Wi-Fi), and late checkouts, dining discounts in India and abroad.
Travel Discounts: The card includes special offers on flights bookings through partners. It also includes lifestyle deals including fuel surcharge waivers, grocery savings and movies.

Tripura Gramin Bank launches India’s First RRB Co-Branded RuPay Credit Card with PNB
In February 2026, Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB), in collaboration with its sponsor bank, Punjab National Bank (PNB), became the first Regional Rural Bank (RRB) in India and among the eight PNB-sponsored RRBs, to launch a Co-branded RuPay credit card, marking its Golden Jubilee (50) year at Agartala, Tripura.
About TGB–PNB Co-Branded RuPay Credit Card:
Collaborative Network: The card, powered by the RuPay network, is developed jointly by TGB, PNB, and PNB Cards & Services Limited, ensuring secure, seamless, and widely accepted transactions.
Digital Access: Provides rural and semi-urban customers with secure, modern credit facilities through the RuPay ecosystem.
Seamless Transactions: Enables convenient payments, purchases, and day-to-day banking needs for customers.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Union Minister Rajnath Singh Approves Miniratna Category-I Status for Yantra IndiaOn February 2, 2026, Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD), approved Miniratna Category-I status for Yantra India Limited (YIL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU).

• With Miniratna Category‑I status, YIL’s board can approve capital expenditure up to Rs.500 crore on projects and equipment without prior government approval, boosting operational and financial autonomy.

About Yantra India Limited:
Formation : YIL was established on 1 October 2021 after the corporatisation of the former Ordnance Factory Board(OFB) into seven new DPSUs. It is a Schedule ‘A’ DPSU under the Department of Defence Production(DDP) under the MoD.
Products: The main products of YIL include carbon fibre composites, ammunition assemblies, armoured vehicle parts, artillery guns, Main Battle Tanks (MBTs), glass composites, aluminium alloys, etc.
YIL’s Performance: The sales of YIL grew from Rs.956.32 crores in Second Half (H2) of Financial Year 2021-22 (FY 22) to Rs.3,108.79 crores in FY 25.

• • Exports increased from nil in FY 22 to Rs.321.77 crores in FY 25.

Arunachal Pradesh Mountaineer Kabak Yano Summits Mount Aconcagua in ArgentinaIn February 2026, 27-year-old Indian mountaineer Kabak Yano, hailing from Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh (AR), successfully summited Mount Aconcagua in Argentina, the highest peak in South America and the Western Hemisphere with a height of 22,831 feet (ft) (6959 meters, m) above sea level, as part of her ongoing 7-Summit Mountaineering Expedition.

• Kabak Yano is the first woman from the Nyishi community and the fifth woman climber from AR to summit Mount Aconcagua.

About Expeditions:
Expedition Flag-off: Kabak Yano’s 7-Summit Mountaineering Expedition was flagged off on 28 July 2025 at Lok Bhavan, Itanagar, by AR Governor Lieutenant (Lt.) General K.T. Parnaik (Retired).
Completed Summits: 

• Mount Everest: In May 2024, Kabak Yano had earlier scaled Mount Everest, the highest peak (8849 m) (29032 ft) in the world.
• Mount Kilimanjaro: She successfully summited Mount Kilimanjaro (5895 m) (19340 ft) in Africa on 4 August 2025.
• Mount Elbrus: She scaled Mount Elbrus (5642 m) (18510 ft) in Europe on 16 August 2025.

Remaining Peaks: The expedition includes the future ascent of Denali (6190 m) (North America), Vinson Massif (4892 m) (Antarctica), and Puncak Jaya (4884 m) or Mount Kosciuszko (2228 m) (Oceania).

Indian-Origin Climate Scientist Veerabhadran Ramanathan Awarded 2026 Crafoord Prize in GeosciencesOn February 2, 2026, Indian-origin climate scientist Veerabhadran Ramanathan was awarded the 2026 Crafoord Prize in Geosciences by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, one of the highest international honour described as the ‘Nobel of Geosciences’.

• He recognised for decades of pioneering climate research, particularly on aerosols, super‑pollutants, and atmospheric brown clouds, which have reshaped the understanding of global warming and the Earth’s energy balance.
• The award will be presented during Crafoord Days in Stockholm and Lund, Sweden, in May 2026.

About Veerabhadran Ramanathan:
Profile: He is Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego in California, United States of America (USA) and serves as an adjunct professor in global development at Cornell University(USA).
Scientific Contributions: In 1975, he discovered that Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) trap heat up to 10,000 times more efficiently than Carbon Dioxide (CO2), a groundbreaking revelation in climate science.
Key Research Initiative: He spearheaded major projects like the Indian Ocean Experiment (INDOEX), which identified widespread atmospheric brown clouds over South Asia and demonstrated their impact on regional climate, including weakened monsoons and accelerated glacier melting.

IMPORTANT DAYS

World Cancer Day 2026 – February 4World Cancer Day (WCD) is observed annually across the globe on 4th February to raise awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and equitable access to treatment.

• 4 February 2026 marks the 27th observance of WCD.
• 2026 Theme: “United by Unique” is the second year of the three-year global campaign 2025-2027.

Background:
Adoption: On February 4, 1999, the Charter of Paris comprising 10 articles was adopted at the World Summit Against Cancer for the New Millennium held in Paris, France.
Proclamation: Under Article X of the Charter of Paris, WCD was officially proclaimed to be observed annually on 4 February.
First Observance: The first observance of WCD held on February 4, 2000.
Lead Initiative: WCD is an initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), established in 2000 to unite and support the global cancer community.
Related Observance: India observes National Cancer Awareness Day annually on 7 November to raise awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment.
Symbol:
Ribbon Symbol: The lavender ribbon is universally recognized as a symbol of support for individuals affected by all forms of cancer.
Awareness Colors: Blue and orange are the official WCD colors, representing hope, solidarity, and collective action against cancer.
2026 Event:
Event: On January 3, 2026, Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare(MoHFW), formally released India’s first nationally developed evidence-based cancer guideline “Lung Cancer Treatment and Palliation: Evidence-Based Guidelines” document at Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi, Delhi.

International Day of Human Fraternity 2026 – February 4The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Human Fraternity is observed annually on February 4 across the globe to promote peace, tolerance, inclusion, mutual understanding, and solidarity among people of different faiths worldwide.

• 4 February 2026 marks the 6th observance of the International Day of Human Fraternity.
• The day also coincides with World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW), observed annually during the first week of February since 2010.

Background:
Proclamation: On 21 December 2020, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/75/200, declaring 4 February each year as the International Day of Human Fraternity.

•  The resolution, co-facilitated by Egypt and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

First Observance: The first-ever International Day of Human Fraternity was observed on 4 February 2021.
About United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC):
Secretariat– Miguel Ángel Moratinos
Headquarters– New York, the United States of America (USA)
Established – 2005

STATE NEWS

AP CM N. Chandrababu Naidu Launches ‘Pilloo AI’, Voice-Based Billing Platform
In February 2026, N. Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister(CM) of Andhra Pradesh(AP), launched ‘Pilloo AI(Artificial intelligence) ’, a voice-enabled billing and accounting agent, at the Andhra Pradesh Secretariat in Amaravati, AP.
About Pilloo AI:
Functionality: It is a voice-based digital accounting assistant that enables users to create invoices, record financial transactions, generate accounting reports, and manage business accounts in native languages without requiring accounting expertise or complex software.
Target Users: The platform is designed for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that rely on handwritten records or expensive accounting systems, offering speed and ease of use.
Language Support: It is currently available in five Indian languages and plans to expand to more than 50 languages globally.

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