Daily Current Affairs – 1 & 2 February 2026 for Government Exams
Daily Current Affairs for 1 & 2 February 2026 covers important national initiatives, economy & banking updates, awards, environment, science & technology, and key international observances. This article is designed to help aspirants preparing for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence and other competitive exams with exam-relevant facts and revision-friendly notes.
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The 1 & 2 February 2026 current affairs focus on government surveys, railways innovation, digital governance, banking reforms, energy cooperation, environmental conservation, awards, and important national & international days.
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🧠 Explanation / Main Content
🇮🇳 National Affairs
India to Launch First National Household Income Survey (NHIS)
Background:
For the first time, India will collect structured household income data through a nationwide survey.
Key Highlights:
- Conducted by National Statistical Office (NSO) under Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
- Launch from April 2026 for one year
- Conducted digitally using Computer Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI)
Objectives & Significance:
- Measure income distribution and living standards
- Support evidence-based policymaking
- Strengthen welfare programme targeting
Indian Railways Launches LNG–Diesel Dual Fuel DEMU Train
Why Important?
- First-ever Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)–Diesel dual fuel DEMU train in India
Key Points:
- Up to 40% diesel substitution using LNG
- Reduced Carbon Dioxide (CO₂), Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) and particulate emissions
- Annual savings of nearly ₹24 lakh per 8-coach train
Impact:
Supports India’s net-zero emission goals and sustainable transport initiatives.
CSIR–NIO Shore-Based Regional Centre Inaugurated
Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Cost: ₹32 crore
Focus Areas:
- Marine geology & geophysics
- Offshore oil, gas and seabed mineral exploration
- Bay of Bengal monsoon studies
Significance:
Boosts Blue Economy, coastal resilience and national energy security.
UMEED Portal Expanded for Waqf Management
New Modules Added:
- Survey Module – Digital survey & record of Waqf properties
- Waqf Property Lease Management Module – Transparent lease monitoring
Purpose:
Enhances efficiency under the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development (UMEED) Act, 1995.
Odisha to Set Up National UAV Test & Innovation Corridor
Key Features:
- India’s first live drone testing corridor
- BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations
- AI-based navigation and swarm testing
Importance:
Strengthens India’s drone ecosystem and aviation innovation.
💰 Banking & Finance
India–World Bank Partnership for Job Creation
Funding: USD 8–10 billion annually for 5 years
Key Pillars:
- Infrastructure development
- Business-friendly regulations
- Private investment risk mitigation
Aligned With:
India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
SBI Launches Global Trade Finance Centre (GTFC)
Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
Benefits:
- Faster import-export processing
- AI, Machine Learning and Blockchain integration
- Enhanced trade finance efficiency
📊 Economy & Business
IOCL and Akasa Air to Explore Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Why SAF Matters?
- Reduces aviation greenhouse gas emissions
- Supports green aviation transition
Outcome:
Strengthens India’s clean energy roadmap.
🏆 Awards & Recognitions
New Ramsar Wetlands in India
| Wetland | State |
|---|---|
| Patna Bird Sanctuary | Uttar Pradesh |
| Chhari-Dhand | Gujarat |
➡️ India now has 98 Ramsar Sites
➡️ Largest: Sundarbans (West Bengal)
➡️ Smallest: Renuka Lake (Himachal Pradesh)
SAIL Earns ‘Great Place to Work’ Certification
- Third consecutive year (2026–27)
- Reflects strong HR practices and employee trust
🕊 Obituary
Father Thomas V. Kunnunkal (1926–2026)
- Former CBSE Chairman
- Founder of National Open School
- Awarded Padma Shri (1974) for education
📅 Important Days
World Leprosy Day 2026 – 25 January
- Theme: “Leprosy is curable, the real challenge is stigma”
- India observes National Leprosy Day on 30 January
International Zebra Day – 31 January
- Focus on zebra conservation and biodiversity awareness
🏛 State News
Gujarat Launches Mukhyamantri Gramotthan Yojana
Objective:
Urban-level infrastructure in rural areas
Key Provisions:
- Roads, drainage, solar lighting
- e-Gram digital services
- Gram Panchayat infrastructure development
📌 One-Liner Revision Points (Quick Notes)
- NHIS is India’s first household income survey.
- Indian Railways launched LNG–diesel dual fuel DEMU train.
- CSIR–NIO centre supports Blue Economy initiatives.
- UMEED portal improves Waqf property governance.
- Odisha hosts India’s first UAV innovation corridor.
- World Bank to fund India with USD 8–10 billion annually.
- SBI’s GTFC uses AI, ML and Blockchain.
- IOCL–Akasa Air collaboration focuses on SAF.
- India now has 98 Ramsar Sites.
- SAIL earned Great Place to Work certification for the 3rd time.
- World Leprosy Day theme 2026 highlights stigma removal.
- Gujarat’s Gramotthan Yojana boosts rural infrastructure.
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