# Daily Current Affairs - 28 February 2026

International🌍

Speaker of the Knesset Medal
Recipient: Narendra Modi
Achievement: First Indian Prime Minister to address Israel’s Parliament (Knesset)
Honor: First recipient of the Speaker of the Knesset Medal
Presented by: Amir Ohana (Knesset Speaker)

National🇮🇳

Operation Crackdown
Launched by: Telangana Police
Purpose: Control cyber fraud and dismantle mule bank account networks
Goal: Eliminate organized cybercrime networks

President’s Prachand Helicopter Flight
President: Droupadi Murmu
Helicopter: LCH Prachand
Location: Jaisalmer Air Force Station, Rajasthan
Achievement: First Indian President to fly in LCH Prachand
Manufacturer: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Operational capability: Up to 5,000 meters altitude

India’s Power Capacity Crosses 520 GW
Announced at: India Energy Transition Summit 2026, New Delhi
Non-fossil fuel share: Over 50%
Solar capacity: 140+ GW
Targets:
• 500 GW renewable energy by 2030
• Net Zero by 2070

Kalari Leap Military Exercise
Conducted by: Indian Air Force
Region: Arabian Sea (Lakshadweep & Minicoy)
Command: Southern Air Command (HQ: Thiruvananthapuram)
Objective: Maritime security and rapid response readiness

Jal Mahotsav 2026
Organized by: Ministry of Jal Shakti
Dates: 8–22 March 2026
Aim: Promote water conservation as a mass movement
Focus: Safe drinking water and public participation

CBDC-Based Food Subsidy under PMGKAY
Pilot location: Puducherry
Scheme: Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (launched 2020)
Beneficiaries: 800 million people
Mode: RBI-issued digital tokens
Extension: Scheme extended until December 2028

DigiLocker Review Committee
Chairperson: Ajay Sahni
Purpose: Policy review of DigiLocker framework
Launch year: 2015
Function: Secure digital document storage

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Khelo India Winter Games 2026
Edition: 6th
Venue: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
1st place: Indian Army – 23 medals (9 Gold, 6 Silver, 8 Bronze)
2nd place: Himachal Pradesh – 14 medals
3rd place: Haryana – 7 medals
New sport added: Figure Skating

Important Day🗓️

National Science Day
Date: 28 February
Significance: Discovery of Raman Effect by C. V. Raman (1928)
Nobel Prize: 1930, Physics
Observed since: 1987
Theme 2026: Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat

Jai Hind warriors Ready for 📚 28 February 2026 - Top Current Affairs

Q1. ESIC Anniversary
Which anniversary did the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) celebrate recently?
(A) 50th
(B) 100th
(C) 75th ✅
(D) 60th
Explanation:
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), established in 1952, provides health insurance and social security to workers. It recently celebrated its 75th anniversary.

Q2. Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary
In which state is Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary located?
(A) Assam ✅
(B) Meghalaya
(C) Manipur
(D) Tripura
Explanation:
Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Assam along the Brahmaputra River and is known for conservation of the one-horned rhinoceros.

Q3. Speaker of the Knesset Medal
Which country's Parliament awarded PM Narendra Modi the ‘Speaker of the Knesset’ medal?
(A) USA
(B) Israel ✅
(C) France
(D) Japan
Explanation:
The medal was awarded by Israel’s Parliament (Knesset) in recognition of efforts to strengthen India–Israel relations.

Q4. ADCA T20 Asia Cup Winner
Which country won the inaugural ADCA T20 Asia Cup?
(A) Sri Lanka
(B) Pakistan
(C) India ✅
(D) Bangladesh
Explanation:
India won the first Asian Deaf Cricket Association (ADCA) T20 Asia Cup.

Q5. Him-CONNECT 2026
Where was Him-CONNECT 2026 organized?
(A) Ladakh
(B) New Delhi
(C) Shimla ✅
(D) Srinagar
Explanation:
The event was organized in Shimla and focused on Himalayan ecology, climate change, and sustainable development.

Q6. 52 Reforms in 52 Weeks
‘52 Reforms in 52 Weeks’ is an initiative of which ministry?
(A) Ministry of Defence ✅
(B) Ministry of Railways
(C) Ministry of Finance
(D) Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation:
The initiative aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and modernization in the defence sector.

Q7. 100 Million Instagram Followers
Who became the first world leader to cross 100 million followers on Instagram?
(A) Joe Biden
(B) Narendra Modi ✅
(C) Emmanuel Macron
(D) Rishi Sunak
Explanation:
This milestone reflects his global digital presence and outreach.

Q8. Next-Gen Rail Parcel App
Which railway zone launched the ‘Next-Gen Rail Parcel App’?
(A) Northern Railway
(B) South Central Railway
(C) Western Railway ✅
(D) Eastern Railway
Explanation:
Western Railway launched the app to enhance parcel service transparency and digital tracking.

Q9. India’s First Hydrogen Train Trial
Between which cities was India’s first hydrogen train successfully trialled?
(A) Jind – Sonipat ✅
(B) Delhi – Meerut
(C) Mumbai – Pune
(D) Patna – Ranchi
Explanation:
The trial took place in Haryana to promote green energy in rail transport.

Q10. India’s Rank in Hydrogen Train Operations
India has become which country in the world to run a hydrogen train?
(A) Second
(B) Third ✅
(C) Fifth
(D) Seventh
Explanation:
Germany and China had already operated hydrogen trains; India is now the third country to do so.


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# Daily Current Affairs - 2 March 2026

International

Zero Discrimination Day 🌍
Date: 1 March
Declared by: UNAIDS (2014)
Purpose: End discrimination and ensure equal rights
Theme 2026: People First

World Seagrass Day 🌊
Date: 1 March
Declared by: United Nations General Assembly (2022)
First observed: 2023
Proposed by: Sri Lanka
Significance: Conservation of marine ecosystems

National

Manipur Violence Inquiry Commission ⚖️
New Chairperson: Justice Balbir Singh Chauhan
Replaced: Ajay Lamba
Formed: 4 June 2023
Under: Commissions of Inquiry Act, 1952
Purpose: Probe Meitei–Kuki ethnic violence

Renaming of Pakyong Airport, Sikkim ✈️
Current name: Pakyong Airport
Proposed name: Trilochan Pokhrel Airport
Honoring: Freedom fighter Trilochan Pokhrel (Gandhi Pokhrel)

HPV Vaccination Program 💉
Launched by: Narendra Modi
Location: Ajmer, Rajasthan
Purpose: Cervical cancer prevention
Target group: Girls aged 14 years
Vaccine: Gardasil-4
Under: National Health Mission

India’s First State Innovation Mission 🚀
State: Tripura
Launched at: Agartala
Led by: Chief Minister Manik Saha
Supported by: Dr. Jitendra Singh
Linked to: Atal Innovation Mission 2.0
Objective: Promote startups and innovation

New Seeds Bill 2026 🌾
Presented by: Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan
Replaces: Seeds Act 1966 and Seeds Control Order 1983
Goal: Ensure availability of quality seeds
Key provisions:
• Mandatory seed registration
• QR code verification
• Penalty up to ₹30 lakh

Assam Inland Waterways Projects 🚢
Launched by: Sarbananda Sonowal
River: Brahmaputra (National Waterway-2)
Purpose: Boost logistics and trade

National Waterway-2 🌊
River: Brahmaputra
Length: 891 km
Route: Sadiya to Dhubri

Sports

Ranji Trophy 2025–26 🏏
Edition: 91st
Winner: Jammu & Kashmir (first title)
Runner-up: Karnataka
Final held: 28 February 2026, Hubballi
Player of the Series: Aqib Nabi

Jai Hind warriors 🇮🇳Ready for 02 March 2026 - Current Affairs MCQs??

Q1. In which indigenous Light Combat Helicopter did President Droupadi Murmu fly at Jaisalmer Airbase?

(A) Prachand ✅
(B) Dhruv
(C) Rudra
(D) Apache

Answer: (A) Prachand
Explanation: Prachand is India’s indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter designed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for high-altitude combat operations.

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Q2. Where was the 10th Army Chiefs’ Conclave organized to discuss contemporary security challenges?

(A) Mumbai
(B) New Delhi
(C) Bengaluru ✅
(D) Jaipur

Answer: (C) Bengaluru
Explanation: The conclave was held in Bengaluru to discuss emerging global and regional security challenges and enhance strategic coordination.

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Q3. Nine cheetahs brought from Botswana were released in which National Park?

(A) Kanha National Park
(B) Gir National Park
(C) Kuno National Park ✅
(D) Jim Corbett National Park

Answer: (C) Kuno National Park
Explanation: The cheetahs were released in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, as part of India’s Cheetah Reintroduction Project.

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Q4. Which test has the Athletics Federation of India made mandatory for female athletes?

(A) Dope Test
(B) Hemoglobin Test
(C) SRY Gene Test ✅
(D) Bone Density Test

Answer: (C) SRY Gene Test
Explanation: The SRY gene test is used for gender verification, as the SRY gene plays a key role in biological sex determination.

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Q5. The 16th Finance Commission increased the share of urban local body grants to what percentage?

(A) 40%
(B) 42%
(C) 50%
(D) 45% ✅

Answer: (D) 45%
Explanation: The increased allocation aims to strengthen urban infrastructure, sanitation, water supply, and governance.

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Q6. What has the Rajasthan government announced as the new name for Mount Abu?

(A) Abu Raj
(B) Aravali Shikhar
(C) Abu Nagar
(D) Raj Abu ✅

Answer: (D) Raj Abu
Explanation: The renaming aims to promote the historical and cultural identity of the region.

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Q7. What type of defense system is the VSHORADS tested by DRDO?

(A) Anti-Ship Missile
(B) Man-Portable Air Defense System ✅
(C) Radar System
(D) Drone Hunter

Answer: (B) Man-Portable Air Defense System
Explanation: VSHORADS is a shoulder-fired system designed to neutralize low-altitude aerial threats such as drones and helicopters.

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Q8. The Amondawa tribe, recently in the news, belongs to which region?

(A) Sahara Desert
(B) Amazon Rainforest ✅
(C) Thar Desert
(D) Himalayan Region

Answer: (B) Amazon Rainforest
Explanation: The Amondawa tribe lives in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest and is known for its unique language and concept of time.

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Q9. Meningococcal infection is caused by which bacterium?

(A) Salmonella
(B) Mycobacterium
(C) Neisseria meningitidis ✅
(D) Vibrio cholerae

Answer: (C) Neisseria meningitidis
Explanation: This bacterium causes meningitis by inflaming the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.

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Q10. Which lake entered the Guinness World Records for a 21 km half marathon on a frozen surface?

(A) Dal Lake ✅
(B) Chilika Lake
(C) Pangong Lake
(D) Wular Lake

Answer: (A) Dal Lake
Explanation: The event held on the frozen surface of Dal Lake in Jammu & Kashmir promoted winter tourism and adventure sports.

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# Daily Current Affairs - 3 March 2026

International🌍

Death of Iran’s Supreme Leader
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei passed away at the age of 86.
Impact: Rising tensions in the Middle East and risk of wider conflict.
Related operations reported:
• Operation Epic Fury – Joint US–Israel operation
• Operation Roaring Lion – Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites
• Operation Fateh-e-Khaibar – Iran’s counter response
Strategic concern: Strait of Hormuz and its impact on global oil supply

Pakistan’s Operation Ghazab Lil Haq
Target: Afghanistan
Cause: Durand Line border dispute
Outcome: Escalation into open conflict

National

Nine Cheetahs Relocated to Kuno National Park 🐆
Brought from: Botswana
Location: Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Total cheetahs in India: 48
Under: Project Cheetah (since 2022)
Future plan: Shift to Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary and create first inter-state cheetah corridor between Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan

Ravi Shastri Stand at Wankhede Stadium 🏏
Location: Mumbai
Honoured for contribution as player, coach, and commentator
Other gates named after: Dilip Sardesai, Diana Edulji, Eknath Solkar

Micron Semiconductor ATMP Unit Inaugurated 🏭
Location: Sanand, Gujarat
Inaugurated by: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Under: India Semiconductor Mission (2021)
Objective: Boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing

GEL India Limited New Chairman 👤
Appointed: Deepak Gupta
Replaced: Sandeep Kumar Gupta
Status: Maharatna PSU
Under: Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

Sports

India’s 93rd Chess Grandmaster ♟️
Name: Aarav Dengla
Age: 17
Achievement: Crossed 2500+ Elo rating
Achieved at: Tournament in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Science and Technology

Tamil Nadu’s First Dark Sky Park 🌌
Location: Kolli Hills, Namakkal district
Purpose: Promote astro-tourism and reduce light pollution
Facility: Three solar-powered telescopes

Important Day

World Wildlife Day 🌿
Date: 3 March
Based on: CITES Convention (1973)
Theme 2026: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants – Conserving Health, Heritage, and Livelihood

Chhattisgarh Special

First Finance Lab Established 💰
Location: Balodabazar

Chhattisgarh Startup Policy 2025–30 🚀
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Q1. Which ministry announced the Tribal Cultural Heritage Programme (2–24 March)?

(A) Ministry of Culture
(B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs ✅
(C) Ministry of Education
(D) Ministry of Tourism

Correct Answer: (B) Ministry of Tribal Affairs

Explanation: The programme was announced by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to promote and preserve tribal culture and heritage across India.

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Q2. Where was the three-day “Fit India Carnival” inaugurated?

(A) Puri Beach
(B) Marina Beach ✅
(C) RK Beach
(D) Juhu Beach

Correct Answer: (B) Marina Beach

Explanation: The event was inaugurated at Marina Beach to promote fitness and healthy living.

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Q3. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is the Supreme Leader of which country?

(A) Iraq
(B) Iran ✅
(C) Turkey
(D) Syria

Correct Answer: (B) Iran

Explanation: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is the Supreme Leader of Iran.

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Q4. Which is the first Corps of the Indian Army established after Independence?

(A) Vajra Corps
(B) Chetak Corps
(C) Strike Corps
(D) Sudarshan Chakra Corps ✅

Correct Answer: (D) Sudarshan Chakra Corps

Explanation: Sudarshan Chakra Corps (I Corps) was the first Corps formed after Independence.

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Q5. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency operates under which ministry?

(A) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
(B) Ministry of Power ✅
(C) Ministry of Home Affairs
(D) Ministry of Finance

Correct Answer: (B) Ministry of Power

Explanation: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency functions under the Ministry of Power and promotes energy efficiency in India.

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Q6. In which country is Trincomalee Port located?

(A) Maldives
(B) Bangladesh
(C) Sri Lanka ✅
(D) Myanmar

Correct Answer: (C) Sri Lanka

Explanation: Trincomalee Port is located in Sri Lanka and is strategically important.

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Q7. Where was the foundation stone of “Chetana Ganashram” laid?

(A) Tamil Nadu
(B) Karnataka
(C) Kerala ✅
(D) Odisha

Correct Answer: (C) Kerala

Explanation: The foundation stone was laid in Kerala.

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Q8. Where did Mobile World Congress 2026 start?

(A) Paris
(B) Barcelona ✅
(C) Tokyo
(D) New York City

Correct Answer: (B) Barcelona

Explanation: Mobile World Congress 2026 began in Barcelona and is one of the world’s largest mobile technology events.

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