Daily Current Affairs (11–12 February 2026) for Government Exams: Key Updates for UPSC, SSC, Banking & More
The Daily Current Affairs of 11th & 12th February 2026 cover important updates from National, International, Economy, Banking, Defence, Science, and State news. Key highlights include Rajasthan becoming India’s largest wool producer, CPI 2025 rankings, Seychelles President’s India visit, RBI approvals, ADB loan for Assam, and ISRO’s Chandrayaan-4 landing site identification. These updates are crucial for aspirants preparing for UPSC, SSC, IBPS, RBI, Railways, Defence, Insurance, and State PSC exams.
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- Rajasthan Becomes India’s Largest Wool Producer
- India–Greece Defence Cooperation Agreement
- Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025
- Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025
- Moody’s Projects India’s GDP at 6.4% in FY27
- ADB Approves USD 182 Million Loan for Assam
- ISRO Identifies Landing Site for Chandrayaan-4
- India’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.8%
- Services Win Santosh Trophy 2025-26
📘 Introduction
Staying updated with national and international developments is essential for success in competitive examinations such as UPSC (Union Public Service Commission), SSC (Staff Selection Commission), IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection), RBI (Reserve Bank of India), RRB (Railway Recruitment Board), Defence, and State PSC exams.
The current affairs of 11th and 12th February 2026 include major developments in agriculture, defence cooperation, international rankings, banking reforms, space research, employment data, and important government schemes. These topics are highly relevant for Prelims, Mains, interviews, and descriptive examinations.
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📰 NATIONAL AFFAIRS
Rajasthan Becomes India’s Largest Wool Producer
Rajasthan has emerged as the largest wool-producing state in India with 16,013.50 thousand kg, accounting for nearly 47.5% of national production, as per the Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics (BAHS) 2024–25.
India has the second-largest sheep population in the world (77.4 million) and ranks 9th globally in wool production. The total wool output in FY24 stood at 33.69 million kg.
🧾 Wool Production Overview
| State | Production (Thousand Kg) | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | 16,013.50 | 1 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 7,770 | 2 |
| Karnataka | 6,472 | 3 |
Wool Grades in India
| Wool Type | Share | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Carpet Grade | 85% | Carpets & Rugs |
| Apparel Grade | 5% | Clothing |
| Coarse Grade | 10% | Blankets & Mats |
Exam Significance: Agriculture & allied sectors, livestock statistics, and state-wise production data are frequently asked in UPSC and State PSC exams.
India–Greece Defence Cooperation Agreement
India and Greece signed a Joint Declaration of Intent to strengthen defence industrial cooperation. The agreement supports India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and Greece’s defence reforms under Agenda 2030.
The declaration was signed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Greece’s Defence Minister Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias.
Key Highlights
- 5-year roadmap for defence collaboration
- Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan 2026 exchanged
- Greek Liaison Officer deployment at IFC-IOR (Gurugram)
Exam Relevance: Defence diplomacy and maritime cooperation are important for UPSC International Relations and Defence exams.
🌍 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025
Transparency International released the CPI 2025, ranking India 91st out of 182 countries with a score of 39/100. Denmark retained the top position for the 8th consecutive year.
🏆 Top Countries – CPI 2025
| Rank | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denmark | 89 |
| 2 | Finland | 88 |
| 3 | Singapore | 84 |
| 91 | India | 39 |
Exam Tip: International indices (CPI, HDI, NRI) are common in UPSC Prelims & SSC CGL.
Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2025
India ranked 45th out of 127 economies in the NRI 2025 with a score of 54.43. The USA retained the 1st position.
| Rank | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | USA |
| 2 | Finland |
| 3 | Singapore |
| 45 | India |
💰 BANKING & ECONOMY
Moody’s Projects India’s GDP at 6.4% in FY27
Moody’s projected India’s GDP growth at 6.4% in FY27, making it the fastest-growing G20 economy.
Key Banking Indicators
- Loan Growth: 11–13% in FY27
- NPL Ratio: 2–2.5%
- Return on Assets (ROA): 1.2–1.3%
ADB Approves USD 182 Million Loan for Assam
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved an additional USD 182 million to strengthen flood and erosion management along the Brahmaputra River.
- 63.5 km riverbank protection
- Disaster-resilient embankments
- Climate resilience support
🚀 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
ISRO Identifies Landing Site for Chandrayaan-4
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) selected Mons Mouton-4 near the Moon’s south pole as the prospective landing site for Chandrayaan-4, India’s first lunar sample-return mission.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 84.289° South |
| Longitude | 32.808° East |
| Objective | Lunar Sample Return |
📊 EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
India’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.8%
According to the National Statistical Office (NSO), the unemployment rate declined to 4.8% in Q3 FY26.
| Indicator | Q2 FY26 | Q3 FY26 |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 5%+ | 4.8% |
| LFPR | 55.1% | 55.8% |
| WPR | 52.2% | 53.1% |
🏅 SPORTS
Services Win Santosh Trophy 2025-26
Services defeated Kerala 1–0 to win their 8th Santosh Trophy title.
- Winning Goal: Abhishek Pawar
- Prize Money: ₹5 lakh
- Organiser: AIFF
📌 Key Highlights for Exams
- Rajasthan – Largest wool producer in India.
- India ranked 91st in CPI 2025.
- Moody’s projects 6.4% GDP growth for FY27.
- ADB loan of USD 182 million for Assam flood management.
- ISRO selects Mons Mouton-4 for Chandrayaan-4.
- Unemployment rate drops to 4.8%.
- India ranks 45th in Network Readiness Index.
- Services win 8th Santosh Trophy.
📖 Additional Notes
Understanding indices, economic projections, and international visits helps in writing analytical answers in UPSC Mains and descriptive banking exams.
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- Daily Current Affairs
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- Weekly Current Affairs
- Monthly Current Affairs
- Static GK for Competitive Exams
- Latest Government Jobs Notifications
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🧠 One-Liner Revision Points
- Rajasthan leads India in wool production (47.5%).
- CPI 2025 – India ranks 91st.
- Denmark tops CPI for 8th consecutive year.
- NRI 2025 – India ranks 45th.
- Moody’s projects 6.4% GDP growth in FY27.
- ADB grants USD 182 million to Assam.
- ISRO selects Mons Mouton-4 for Chandrayaan-4 landing.
- India’s unemployment rate falls to 4.8%.
- Services win 79th Santosh Trophy.
- Santosh Trophy organised by AIFF.
- Wool production FY24 – 33.69 million kg.
- Greece to deploy Liaison Officer at IFC-IOR.
