Weekly One Liner Current Affairs (9th–16th February 2026) and the PDF in question–answer format have been uploaded here according to the latest timeline updates.
Weekly One Liner Current Affairs 9th to 16th February 2026
National News
- Which organisation developed Goa’s first biodiversity and cultural features map for school students? – WWF India developed Goa’s first biodiversity and cultural features map for school students.
- Which two countries signed a Social Security Agreement for temporary employees? -India and the United Kingdom signed the Social Security Agreement.
- Who inaugurated Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan complexes? – Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the complexes.
- Which institutions signed an MoU to promote telecom and cybersecurity innovation? – C-DOT and Rashtriya Raksha University signed the agreement.
- Where did the Black Swan Summit India begin? – The summit began in Bhubaneswar to promote AI and digital finance ecosystem.
- Which district became India’s first to achieve 100% insurance coverage under “Insurance for All by 2047”? – Alwar district achieved this milestone.
- Who flagged off the joint Indian expedition to Mount Aconcagua? – Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the expedition.
- Which institute launched a ₹600 crore Unicorn Frontier Fund? – IIT Madras Research Park launched the deep-tech startup fund.
- What opportunity opened due to the India-US trade deal? – A $118 billion global textile market opened for India.
- Which mission was launched to promote pulse self-reliance? – Nationwide Pulse Self-Reliance Mission was launched by Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
- Where did PLASTINDIA 2026 begin? – It began in New Delhi.
- Which European nation banned social media for children under 16? – Spain became the first European nation to implement the ban.
- Which port deployed India’s first anti-drone system? – VOC Port deployed the system.
- What corporate restructuring was approved by MCA? – Merger of 17 POWERGRID subsidiaries.
- Which operation was launched by Delhi Police to curb online threats? – Operation Shastra.
- Which agreement created Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority? – Agreement among Centre, Nagaland Government and ENPO.
- Which state published its bird atlas after Goa? – Goa became the second state to publish a Bird Atlas.
- Which ministries collaborated for traceable agri-input logistics? – Agriculture Ministry and Department of Posts.
- What was the theme of Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2026? – “Vocal to Global”.
- Which NBFC merger was approved to improve efficiency? – PFC merger with REC.
- Which state launched NeophyteID for invasive plant detection? – Kerala launched the initiative.
- Which state announced a women-exclusive industrial park? – Andhra Pradesh announced a 30-acre Women Industrial Park.
- Which countries finalised a security cooperation work plan? – India and Canada.
- Which organisations launched a ₹600 crore deep-tech fund again? – IIT Madras and Unicorn India Ventures.
- Which organisations partnered to improve airport connectivity? – AAI and Bharat Taxi.
- Which AI healthcare ecosystem was launched by India? – iLive Connect for real-time home monitoring.
- What was India’s rank in Network Readiness Index 2025? – India ranked 45th.
- Which initiative showcased India’s population-scale AI readiness? – Sovereign AI Cloud by Yotta and BHASHINI.
- Which honour did India receive at BIOFACH 2026? – Country of the Year.
- Which state launched ‘Aikam’ AI innovation initiative? – Telangana.
- Which scheme boosted research and innovation in Assam? – Atal Vichal Agragami Assam.
- Which global company signed an LoI with Gujarat for Digital India vision? – Starlink.
- Which Indian bank crossed ₹10 lakh crore market capitalisation? – State Bank of India.
- Which road became India’s first musical path? – Mumbai Coastal Road playing “Jai Ho”.
- Which scheme for girls was launched in Delhi? – Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana.
- Which state partnered with Bharat Taxi cooperative platform? – Delhi.
- Which state presented its own economic survey? – Uttar Pradesh.
- Which state emerged as India’s largest wool producer? – Rajasthan.
- Which body signed MoUs to strengthen drug safety? – Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission.
- Who became India’s youngest male analog astronaut? – Aditya Pandya.
- Which port achieved IGBC Platinum & Net Zero certification? – O. Chidambaranar Port.
- Which institutions strengthened science communication through MoU? – Indian National Science Academy and CSIR-NIScPR.
- Which bird sanctuary recorded over 42 lakh birds? – Nalsarovar Bird Sanctuary in Gujarat.
International News
- Which country blocked WhatsApp services ? – Russia blocked WhatsApp.
- Which city joined WHO’s Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network? – New York City joined GOARN.
- What was India’s rank in Corruption Perceptions Index 2025? – India ranked 91st while Denmark ranked first.
Banking and Financial
- Which partnership enabled UPI–DuitNow QR payments? – NPCI International and Malaysia’s PayNet.
- Which organisation partnered with NSE to distribute mutual funds nationwide? – India Post.
- What change did RBI make for MSME loans? – Collateral-free loan limit increased to ₹20 lakh.
- What compliance relief was proposed for small NBFCs? – Exemption from registration for small Type-1 NBFCs.
- How much profit did SBI record in Q3FY26 – – ₹21,028 crore profit.
- What CPI revision was announced? – Base year revised to 2024.
- Which bank issued India’s first fully digital FPI licence? – Kotak Mahindra Bank.
- Where was Qualcomm’s 2 nm semiconductor chip launched? – Bengaluru.
- What GDP growth did Moody’s project for India in FY27? – 4%, fastest in G20.
- Which IFSC approval was granted by SEBI?- IIFL Capital subsidiary approval.
- What flood management funding was approved by ADB? – $182 million for Assam.
- Which acquisition was approved involving Siemens’ business? – Innomotics India acquisition of low-voltage motor business.
- Which penalty was imposed on Intel Corporation? – ₹27.38 crore by CCI.
- What proposal targeted coercive debt recovery practices? – RBI proposed stricter recovery rules.
- What was India’s Digital Payments Index value? – 76 (September 2025).
- Which inclusive credit card was launched by BOBCARD? – Braille-enabled Premier Credit Card.
- What happened to retail inflation under revised CPI? – Rose to 7.5% in January.
Appointment and Resignation
- Who became the first woman TTE of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway? – Sarita Yolmo.
- Whose third term as AU Small Finance Bank MD was approved? – Sanjay Agarwal.
- Who became Chairman of GIFT City Developer Company? – Uday Kotak.
- Which leader won Barbados election again?- PM Mia Mottley.
- Who became MD & CEO of City Union Bank? – Vijay Anandh.
- Who became brand ambassador of Delhi Khel Mahakumbh 2026? – Shikhar Dhawan.
- Who won Thailand’s 2026 general election – Anutin Charnvirakul.
- Who chaired USISPF Global Value Chains Committee?- Rohit Kumar Singh.
- Who became interim PM of Bulgaria ? -Andrey Gyurov.
Awards
- Who won Global Teacher Prize 2026? – Indian teacher Rouble Nagi.
- Which company won FIP Award 2025? – OIL for Oil and Gas Production Company of the Year.
Science
- Which startups were selected by IN-SPACe for satellite bus plan? – Astrome, Azista and Dhruva Space.
Defence
- What defence procurement was cleared by DAC? – ₹3.60 lakh crore including 114 Rafale jets.
- Which aircraft deal was signed with HAL? -₹2,312 crore deal for 8 Dornier-228 aircraft.
- Which company secured Oman Navy training ship export contract? – Swan Defence.
- Which company signed MoU with Indian Army for advanced materials ? -Agneevasthraa.
Sports
- Who won gold in Women’s 10m Air Pistol Asian Championship? – Esha Singh.
- Which championship will India host in 2027? – Asian Rifle/Pistol Championship in New Delhi.
- Which team won SAFF U-19 Women’s Football Championship? – India defeated Bangladesh 4–0.
- Which team won gold at Para Throwball Federation Cup 2026? – Jharkhand Women’s team.
- Who won silver in Women’s 25m Pistol Asian Championship? – Manu Bhaker.
Book and Author
- Which books were released by Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati? – “E Mati Katha Kahe” and “Buxi Jagabandhu: The Great Commander” authored by Biswabhusan Harichandan.
Important Days
- 8 February — National Opera Day
- 10 February — National Deworming Day
- 10 February — World Pulses Day (Theme: Pulses of the World: From Modesty to Excellence)
- 10 February — International Epilepsy Day (Theme: #EpilepsyPledge: Turning Stories into Action)
- 11 February — World Day of the Sick (Theme: The Compassion of the Samaritan)
- 11 February — International Day of Women and Girls in Science (Theme: From Vision to Impact)
- 11 February — Safer Internet Day (Theme: AI Aware: Safe, Smart, In Control)
- 12 February — Darwin Day
- 12 February — National Productivity Day (Theme: Clusters as Growth Engine)
- 13 February — World Radio Day (Theme: Radio and Artificial Intelligence)
- 14 February — World Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day
Obituary
- Which Brazilian MMA fighter died in an electrocution accident at age 31? – Pablo Oliveira Costa passed away tragically.
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