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Current Affairs 10th February 2026 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What is the theme or key focus of World Pulses Day observed on February 10, 2026?
A) Pulses for Soil Health
B) Pulses for a Sustainable Future
C) Pulses: Nutrition for All
D) Self-Reliance in Pulses
Answer: B
Explanation: World Pulses Day on February 10 promotes pulses' role in sustainable food systems, nutrition, and environmental benefits, aligning with global efforts for a sustainable future.
2. Which important international day is observed on February 10, 2026 (second Tuesday of February)?
A) World Wetlands Day
B) Safer Internet Day
C) World Cancer Day
D) International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Answer: B
Explanation: Safer Internet Day is observed on the second Tuesday of February annually to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology, especially for children and youth.
3. Which major festival in Goa occurs from February 13-17, 2026?
A) Carnival
B) Shigmo
C) Diwali
D) Christmas
Answer: A
Explanation: Goa Carnival, a legacy of Portuguese influence, is celebrated with parades and festivities in mid-February.
4. What major allocation was made in the Union Budget 2026-27 for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) technologies?
A) ₹10,000 crore
B) ₹15,000 crore
C) ₹20,000 crore
D) ₹25,000 crore
Answer: C
Explanation: The Union Budget 2026-27 allocated ₹20,000 crore over five years to scale up CCUS technologies as part of climate and energy transition efforts.
5. The 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi adopted which declaration in early February 2026?
A) Delhi Declaration 2025
B) Delhi Declaration 2026
C) Arab-India Partnership Accord
D) Middle East Strategic Pact
Answer: B
Explanation: The meeting adopted the Delhi Declaration 2026 to strengthen strategic partnerships between India and the Arab world in trade, energy, and security.
6. Which country's Prime Minister hosted PM Narendra Modi for a two-day official visit in February 2026?
A) Indonesia
B) Malaysia
C) Singapore
D) Thailand
Answer: B
Explanation: PM Modi visited Malaysia on February 7-8, 2026, to deepen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with agreements in defense, AI, semiconductors, and more.
7. What new mission was launched in Madhya Pradesh in February 2026 to achieve self-reliance in pulses production?
A) Pulses Production Mission
B) National Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission
C) Atmanirbhar Pulses Scheme
D) Pulse Security Mission
Answer: B
Explanation: The nationwide Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission was launched from the Food Legumes Research Centre in Madhya Pradesh to boost domestic production.
8. On which date in February 2026 is World Cancer Day observed?
A) February 2
B) February 4
C) February 6
D) February 11
Answer: B
Explanation: World Cancer Day is observed annually on February 4 to raise awareness about cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.
9. Which day in February 2026 marks Indian Coast Guard Day?
A) February 1
B) February 2
C) February 4
D) February 10
Answer: A
Explanation: Indian Coast Guard Day is celebrated on February 1 to commemorate the establishment and role of the Indian Coast Guard.
10. In February 2026, India dropped the proposed fuel-efficiency concession for which vehicle category in revised CAFE norms?
A) Electric vehicles
B) Small cars
C) SUVs
D) Heavy trucks
Answer: B
Explanation: The revised Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) draft removed concessions for small cars, tightening emission norms from April 2027.
11. Which new dragonfly species was recently in the news in India around February 2026?
A) Lyriothemis indica
B) Lyriothemis keralensis
C) Lyriothemis tamil
D) Lyriothemis rajasthan
Answer: B
Explanation: 'Lyriothemis keralensis' is a newly identified or highlighted dragonfly species, drawing attention to biodiversity in Kerala.
12. What major festival is observed on February 15, 2026, with night-long vigils and fasting?
A) Maha Shivaratri
B) Valentine's Day
C) Guru Ravidas Jayanti
D) Basant Panchami
Answer: A
Explanation: Maha Shivaratri falls on February 15, 2026, marking a major Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva.
13. Which city hosted the inauguration of Zetwerk Electronics' new manufacturing facility in February 2026?
A) Hyderabad
B) Bengaluru
C) Chennai
D) Pune
Answer: B
Explanation: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated Zetwerk Electronics' facility in Bengaluru to boost electronics manufacturing.
14. In February 2026, India signed DPI cooperation MoUs with how many countries?
A) 15
B) 20
C) 23
D) 30
Answer: C
Explanation: India signed Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) MoUs with 23 countries, expanding UPI and digital initiatives globally.
15. Which state saw the foundation stone laid for India’s 1st Quantum Valley in February 2026?
A) Karnataka
B) Andhra Pradesh
C) Telangana
D) Gujarat
Answer: B
Explanation: Union MoS Jitendra Singh and AP CM N. Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation for India’s first Quantum Valley in Amaravati.
16. What is the estimated fiscal deficit target in the Union Budget 2026-27?
A) 4.0%
B) 4.3-4.4%
C) 5.0%
D) 5.5%
Answer: B
Explanation: The fiscal deficit is estimated at around 4.3-4.4% of GDP in the 2026-27 Budget.
17. Which day in February 2026 is World Wetlands Day?
A) February 1
B) February 2
C) February 4
D) February 10
Answer: B
Explanation: World Wetlands Day on February 2 raises awareness about wetland conservation and their ecological importance.
18. In February 2026, the Union Budget pushed for which technology with a significant allocation?
A) AI development
B) CCUS
C) Quantum computing
D) Space exploration
Answer: B
Explanation: ₹20,000 crore was allocated for Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) to support climate goals.
19. Which international observance begins on February 1, 2026?
A) World Interfaith Harmony Week
B) International Development Week
C) Both A and B
D) None
Answer: C
Explanation: February 1 marks Indian Coast Guard Day and the start of World Interfaith Harmony Week and International Development Week.
20. What major global event's highlights were reported on February 9, 2026, including Alpine skiing golds?
A) FIFA World Cup
B) Winter Olympics Milano Cortina 2026
C) Commonwealth Games
D) Asian Games
Answer: B
Explanation: Day 3 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics featured events like freestyle skiing and Alpine skiing medals.
21. In February 2026, which country elevated relations with Pakistan to a Strategic Partnership?
A) China
B) Kazakhstan
C) Iran
D) Turkey
Answer: B
Explanation: Kazakhstan and Pakistan upgraded ties to a Strategic Partnership in early February 2026.
22. Which insurance sector reform came into force in February 2026?
A) 49% FDI
B) 74% FDI
C) 100% FDI
D) No FDI
Answer: C
Explanation: The Insurance Laws (Amendment) Act allowed 100% FDI in the insurance sector from February 5, 2026.
23. What was the focus of the India-Netherlands programme launched in February 2026?
A) AI Fellowship
B) Hydrogen Fellowship
C) Space Cooperation
D) Trade Fellowship
Answer: B
Explanation: The ‘India-Netherlands Hydrogen Fellowship Programme’ was launched to promote clean energy collaboration.
24. Which sanctuary in India emerged as a potential leopard habitat in recent February 2026 reports?
A) Jim Corbett
B) Sunabeda Sanctuary
C) Ranthambore
D) Kaziranga
Answer: B
Explanation: Sunabeda Sanctuary (Odisha) was highlighted for its growing leopard population and habitat suitability.
25. In February 2026, India and which country resumed high-level trade talks?
A) USA
B) Canada
C) UK
D) Australia
Answer: B
Explanation: Canada and India resumed high-level trade discussions amid improving bilateral ties.