Weekly Current Affairs 8–14 February 2026 for UPSC, SSC & Banking Exams
The second week of February 2026 covered major developments in India–USA trade negotiations, RBI monetary policy decisions, defence procurement approvals, semiconductor and quantum technology initiatives, international rankings, unemployment data, and key sports achievements. This week is highly important for UPSC Prelims & Mains, SSC CGL, IBPS PO/Clerk, SBI, RBI Grade B, Railways, Defence, and State PSC exams due to coverage of economic projections, global indices, defence acquisitions, and flagship government missions.
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1️⃣ Introduction
The Weekly Current Affairs (8–14 February 2026) include important updates from:
- International Trade & Diplomacy
- RBI & Banking Reforms
- Defence Procurement & Missile Testing
- Semiconductor & Quantum Technology
- Global Rankings & Reports
- Employment & Infrastructure Data
These topics are crucial for:
- UPSC Prelims – Reports, Defence, Economy
- UPSC Mains – IR, Governance, Economic Policy
- Banking Exams – RBI updates, Financial Inclusion
- SSC/Railways – Static GK & One-liners
2️⃣ Day-Wise Current Affairs
📅 8 & 9 February 2026
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✔ Explanation
India and the United States agreed on a framework for an Interim Trade Agreement (ITA), which is expected to lead to a comprehensive Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). This step is strategically important amid global trade realignments.
During the same period, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its 6th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy for FY 2025–26. India also expanded its Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) globally, promoting UPI and Aadhaar-linked systems.
✔ Key Points
- India–USA ITA framework agreed
- India to import USD 500 billion US goods over 5 years
- UPI operational in 8 countries
- Repo rate cut to 5.25%
- DRDO test-fired Agni-3 (Range: 3,000–3,500 km)
- India won ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup
📅 10 February 2026
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✔ Explanation
India strengthened its semiconductor ecosystem under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM). Amaravati was declared India’s first Quantum Valley under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), marking a significant push toward deep-tech innovation.
PM Modi’s Malaysia visit enhanced the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on semiconductors, clean energy, and maritime cooperation.
✔ Key Points
- Amaravati Quantum Valley launched
- ISM outlay: ₹76,000 crore
- Pulse Self-Reliance Mission launched
- India ranked 2nd in USGBC LEED 2025
- Digital payment linkage between India & Malaysia
📅 11 & 12 February 2026
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✔ Explanation
Rajasthan emerged as India’s largest wool producer as per Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics (BAHS) 2024–25. Important global indices were released during this period, including the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) and Network Readiness Index (NRI).
ISRO selected Mons Mouton-4 near the Moon’s south pole as the landing site for Chandrayaan-4.
✔ Key Points
- CPI 2025 released by Transparency International
- India ranked 91st (Score: 39)
- NRI 2025 – India ranked 45th
- Unemployment rate fell to 4.8% (PLFS Q3 FY26)
- ADB approved USD 182 million for Assam flood management
📅 13 February 2026
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✔ Explanation
The RBI proposed reforms for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) and announced major changes in the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) framework. SEBI mandated NAV reporting for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), improving transparency.
India also conducted joint air exercises with Thailand, enhancing Indo-Pacific defence cooperation.
✔ Key Points
- UCB unsecured loan limit raised to 20%
- KCC loan limit increased to ₹5 lakh
- SEBI mandates NAV reporting for AIFs
- India ranked 131 in WPS Index
- India–Thailand joint air exercise
📅 14 February 2026
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✔ Explanation
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved ₹3.60 lakh crore defence procurement, strengthening India’s military preparedness.
India and the United Kingdom signed a Social Security Agreement (SSA) benefiting around 75,000 Indian professionals by avoiding dual contributions.
✔ Key Points
- DAC approved ₹3.60 lakh crore defence procurement
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited signed ₹2,312 crore Dornier contract
- India–UK SSA exemption for 36 months
- ₹1 lakh crore Research & Development Innovation fund operational
3️⃣ Week-Wise Consolidated Sections
🏛 National Affairs
- Amaravati Quantum Valley
- Pulse Self-Reliance Mission
- Rajasthan largest wool producer
- Infrastructure expansion projects
💰 Banking & Finance
- Repo rate: 5.25%
- UCB reforms
- KCC limit: ₹5 lakh
- SEBI NAV reporting mandate
- FDI decline in banking
🛡 Defence & Security
- Agni-3 missile test
- ₹3.60 lakh crore DAC approval
- HAL Dornier contract
- India–Thailand joint air exercise
🌍 International Relations
- India–USA ITA framework
- India–UK SSA
- India–Malaysia cooperation
- CPI & NRI rankings
📊 Reports & Indices
- CPI 2025 – Rank 91
- NRI 2025 – Rank 45
- WPS Index – Rank 131
- PLFS – Unemployment 4.8%
4️⃣ Quick Revision Table
| Topic | Key Facts | Exam Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| RBI Policy | Repo 5.25% | Banking |
| CPI 2025 | India 91 | UPSC |
| Agni-3 | 3,500 km | Defence |
| ISM | ₹76,000 crore | Economy |
| DAC Approval | ₹3.60 lakh crore | Security |
5️⃣ Weekly Key Highlights
- India–USA ITA framework agreed
- Repo rate reduced to 5.25%
- Amaravati declared Quantum Valley
- CPI 2025 – India rank 91
- NRI 2025 – India rank 45
- Unemployment – 4.8%
- DAC approved ₹3.60 lakh crore
- HAL Dornier deal signed
- KCC limit raised to ₹5 lakh
- India–UK SSA signed
- ISRO selected Chandrayaan-4 landing site
- UPI live in 8 countries
- Rajasthan largest wool producer
- ADB approved USD 182 million loan
- India won ICC U19 WC 2026
6️⃣ One-Liner Revision
- Repo rate – 5.25%
- CPI 2025 – Rank 91
- NRI 2025 – Rank 45
- WPS Index – Rank 131
- KCC limit – ₹5 lakh
- DAC approval – ₹3.60 lakh crore
- HAL deal – ₹2,312 crore
- ISM outlay – ₹76,000 crore
- Amaravati – Quantum Valley
- Agni-3 range – 3,500 km
- SSA duration – 36 months
- Unemployment – 4.8%
- ADB loan – USD 182 million
- FDI banking FY25 – USD 115 million
- India U19 WC titles – 6
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