Daily Current Affairs 15 February 2026: Best For Competitive Exams
Daily Current Affairs 15 February 2026: Best For Competitive Exams
In Short: Daily Current Affairs – 15 February 2026
- National: PM Narendra Modi launches mega development projects worth ₹5,450 crore in Assam and reviews IAF aerial displays at the new Moran Bypass Emergency Landing Facility.
- International: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secures a landslide victory in general elections; Tarique Rahman is set to become the next Prime Minister.
- Defence: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) grants Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for capital procurement worth ₹3.60 lakh crore, including 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA).
- Science & Tech: India hosts the 4th AI Impact Summit focusing on “Inclusive Welfare”; Gujarat signs a Letter of Intent with Starlink for satellite internet.
- Economy: PLFS data reveals India’s unemployment rate declined to 4.8% in Q3 FY 2025–26, driven by increased female labour force participation.
- Relevance: These updates are critical for UPSC (IR, Economy, Defence), SSC (Static GK, Current Events), and Banking (RBI policies, Employment data).
Polity & Governance
Motion against unethical conduct in Parliament
Why in News:
A motion was moved in the Lok Sabha against an opposition leader regarding “unethical conduct” and breach of parliamentary decorum.
Key Points:
- The motion specifically addresses standards of conduct and accountability within the temple of democracy.
- It highlights the role of the Ethics Committee and the Privileges Committee in maintaining house discipline.
- Discussions focused on the balance between freedom of speech in the house and the responsibility to maintain order.
Static GK Linkage:
- Indian Polity: Under Article 105 (for Parliament) and Article 194 (for State Legislatures), members enjoy certain privileges and immunities.
- Ethics Committee: Unlike the Privileges Committee, the Ethics Committee deals with misconduct that doesn’t necessarily breach a specific privilege but lowers the dignity of the House.
Exam Relevance: UPSC | State PSC
Economy & Finance
PLFS Data: Unemployment Rate Declines to 4.8%
Why in News:
The latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data for Q3 FY 2025–26 shows a significant improvement in the Indian job market.
Key Points:
- Unemployment Rate: Dropped to 4.8% from 5.1% in the previous quarter.
- LFPR: The Labour Force Participation Rate increased to 55.8%, driven largely by women in rural areas.
- Youth Employment: The unemployment rate for the 15–29 age group fell to 14.3%.
- Sectoral Shift: Agriculture employment saw a marginal increase to 43.2%, while the secondary sector remained stable at around 24%.
Static GK Linkage:
- Economy: The PLFS is conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
- Types of Unemployment: Aspirants should review definitions of ‘Structural’, ‘Cyclical’, and ‘Disguised’ unemployment.
Exam Relevance: UPSC | SSC | Banking
EximPe Receives RBI PA-CB Licence
Why in News:
Fintech firm EximPe has received the Reserve Bank of India’s approval to operate as a Payment Aggregator-Cross Border (PA-CB).
Key Points:
- This allows international merchants to collect payments from Indian customers via UPI, cards, and wallets.
- EximPe is one of the few firms to obtain this without holding a prior domestic PA licence.
- The target is to facilitate $1 billion in annualised UPI payments across Asian trade corridors.
Static GK Linkage:
- Economy: Payment Aggregators are entities that facilitate e-commerce sites and merchants to accept various payment instruments. RBI regulates them under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.
Exam Relevance: Banking | SSC
International Relations
Bangladesh General Election Results 2026
Why in News:
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, has secured a decisive victory in the parliamentary elections.
Key Points:
- The BNP won 218 out of 300 contested seats in the Jatiya Sangsad.
- This marks a major political shift following the student-led uprisings and the exit of the Awami League.
- Tarique Rahman, son of former PM Khaleda Zia, is positioned to take over as Prime Minister.
- Impact on India: Discussions on Teesta water sharing and the Ganga Water Treaty (expiring in 2026) are expected to be prioritized.
Static GK Linkage:
- International Relations: India shares its longest land border (4,096 km) with Bangladesh. Five Indian states border it: West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.
Exam Relevance: UPSC | State PSC | SSC
Science & Technology
4th India–AI Impact Summit
Why in News:
India is currently hosting the 4th AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, shifting the global discourse toward “AI for Inclusive Welfare.”
Key Points:
- Theme: Focused on Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya (Welfare and Happiness for All).
- Applications: Showcase of AI tools in agriculture (Kisan E-Mitra), healthcare (eSanjeevani), and education (DIKSHA).
- International Alignment: Aiming to build a national governance framework harmonized with global standards like GDPR.
Static GK Linkage:
- Science: AI types (Narrow, General, Super) and India’s National Strategy for AI (NITI Aayog) are key areas for revision.
Exam Relevance: UPSC | SSC | Railways
Defence & Security
DAC Clears ₹3.60 Lakh Crore Procurement
Why in News:
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the procurement of 114 Rafale Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) and other equipment.
Key Points:
- Rafale MRFA: 96 out of 114 jets will be produced domestically through strategic partnerships.
- Other Approvals: Includes P-8I Long-Range Maritime Reconnaissance aircraft and upgrades for T-72 tanks.
- Indigenization: The aircraft will integrate indigenous weapons like the Astra and BrahMos-NG.
Static GK Linkage:
- Defence: The DAC is the highest decision-making body in the Defence Ministry for deciding on new policies and capital acquisitions.
- Rafale: A 4.5 generation twin-engine fighter manufactured by Dassault Aviation (France).
Exam Relevance: UPSC | Defence | SSC
Environment & Ecology
Cyclone Gezani Strikes Madagascar
Why in News:
Tropical Cyclone Gezani made landfall near Toamasina, Madagascar, causing widespread infrastructure destruction and loss of life.
Key Points:
- Toamasina, the main port city, saw 75% of its infrastructure destroyed.
- Madagascar is highly vulnerable to cyclones in the Indian Ocean, having faced several major storms since 2020.
- The storm follows closely after Cyclone Fytia, which struck in late January.
Static GK Linkage:
- Geography: Tropical cyclones in the Indian Ocean are called ‘Cyclones’, while they are ‘Hurricanes’ in the Atlantic and ‘Typhoons’ in the Pacific.
- Location: Madagascar is the world’s fourth-largest island.
Exam Relevance: SSC | Railways | State PSC
Awards, Appointments & Obituaries
Uday Kotak Appointed Chairman of GIFT City
Why in News:
Veteran banker Uday Kotak has been appointed as the Chairman of the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City).
Key Points:
- The appointment aims to leverage his expertise to boost GIFT City as a global financial hub.
- Uday Kotak was also a recipient of the Padma Bhushan 2026 for his contributions to Trade and Industry.
Static GK Linkage:
- Economy: GIFT City is India’s first International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It is regulated by the IFSC Authority (IFSCA).
Exam Relevance: Banking | SSC | UPSC
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