UPSC Current Affairs 7 February 2026

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Digital fraud cases: RBI plans compensation up to Rs 25,000 even if victim shares OTP, Pg1

RBI proposes Rs 25,000 compensation for digital fraud victims, even with OTP sharing, funded by Deposit Education and Awareness Fund.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Digital fraud cases: RBI plans compensation up to Rs 25,000 even if victim shares OTP, Pg1

RBI proposes Rs 25,000 compensation for digital fraud victims, even with OTP sharing, funded by Deposit Education and Awareness Fund.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Why micro observers in Bengal are at the heart of Mamata vs EC battle, Pg7

Mamata Banerjee challenges EC's micro-observers in Bengal's electoral roll revision, alleging bias and bypassing statutory authorities before Supreme court.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Constitutional BodiesGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

Why micro observers in Bengal are at the heart of Mamata vs EC battle, Pg7

Mamata Banerjee challenges EC's micro-observers in Bengal's electoral roll revision, alleging bias and bypassing statutory authorities before Supreme court.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Right to be forgotten: Apex court to examine if it applies to online news, Pg9

Supreme Court examines 'Right to be Forgotten' applicability on online news, balancing privacy with freedom of press after discharge.

EthicsGS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Right to be forgotten: Apex court to examine if it applies to online news, Pg9

Supreme Court examines 'Right to be Forgotten' applicability on online news, balancing privacy with freedom of press after discharge.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

N-capable Agni-3 test fired off Odisha coast, Pg9

India successfully test-fires Agni-3 ballistic missile with 3,000km range from Odisha coast, enhancing strategic capabilities and validating operational parameters.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Forces and Agencies and their MandateGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

N-capable Agni-3 test fired off Odisha coast, Pg9

India successfully test-fires Agni-3 ballistic missile with 3,000km range from Odisha coast, enhancing strategic capabilities and validating operational parameters.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: World Wars

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

New START treaty collapse sparks nuclear arms race fears; Doomsday Clock advances amid rising global tensions and proliferation risks.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: World Wars

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

New START treaty collapse sparks nuclear arms race fears; Doomsday Clock advances amid rising global tensions and proliferation risks.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society

Anthropic sends a message to Bengaluru, Pg10

Anthropic's Claude AI plugins threaten Indian IT sector, potentially automating tasks and disrupting traditional software development models, impacting jobs.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 1: Effects of Globalization on Indian Society

Anthropic sends a message to Bengaluru, Pg10

Anthropic's Claude AI plugins threaten Indian IT sector, potentially automating tasks and disrupting traditional software development models, impacting jobs.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

‘Can’t compel’: SC allows teen to terminate 30-week pregnancy, Pg12

Supreme Court allows minor to terminate 30-week pregnancy, emphasizing reproductive autonomy and mental health over compulsory childbirth, setting legal precedent.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

‘Can’t compel’: SC allows teen to terminate 30-week pregnancy, Pg12

Supreme Court allows minor to terminate 30-week pregnancy, emphasizing reproductive autonomy and mental health over compulsory childbirth, setting legal precedent.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY26 GDP forecast to 7.4% and CPI inflation projection to 2.1%.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

RBI maintains repo rate at 5.25%, raises FY26 GDP forecast to 7.4% and CPI inflation projection to 2.1%.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI maintains steady interest rates amidst favorable inflation, robust growth, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.4% GDP growth for FY26.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI maintains steady interest rates amidst favorable inflation, robust growth, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.4% GDP growth for FY26.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI doubles collateral-free loans to MSMEs to Rs 20L, Pg15

RBI doubles collateral-free loans for MSMEs to ₹20 lakh, easing credit access and boosting small business growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

RBI doubles collateral-free loans to MSMEs to Rs 20L, Pg15

RBI doubles collateral-free loans for MSMEs to ₹20 lakh, easing credit access and boosting small business growth.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Small car concession scrapped under new norms, Pg15

India scraps small car concession in fuel efficiency rules, pushing automakers towards electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2027.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Small car concession scrapped under new norms, Pg15

India scraps small car concession in fuel efficiency rules, pushing automakers towards electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2027.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Govt gets financial bids for IDBI Bank sale, Pg15

Government secures financial bids for IDBI Bank's strategic disinvestment, marking progress in privatization efforts and banking sector reforms.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Govt gets financial bids for IDBI Bank sale, Pg15

Government secures financial bids for IDBI Bank's strategic disinvestment, marking progress in privatization efforts and banking sector reforms.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

India balances energy needs and strategic autonomy amidst US pressure to reduce Russian oil imports, exploring alternative sources.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

India balances energy needs and strategic autonomy amidst US pressure to reduce Russian oil imports, exploring alternative sources.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Biotechnology

IIT-B researchers overcome a key cancer therapy bottleneck, Pg18

IIT-Bombay researchers develop gentler T-cell recovery method using Accutase enzyme, enhancing CAR T-cell therapy viability and affordability for cancer treatment.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyGS 3: Biotechnology

IIT-B researchers overcome a key cancer therapy bottleneck, Pg18

IIT-Bombay researchers develop gentler T-cell recovery method using Accutase enzyme, enhancing CAR T-cell therapy viability and affordability for cancer treatment.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Health Sector

'Eradication of stray dogs an impossible promise... ABC rules not a silver bullet', Pg18

Expert warns against mass dog feeding, highlights ABC program limitations, and emphasizes coexistence for managing human-animal conflict effectively.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Health Sector

'Eradication of stray dogs an impossible promise... ABC rules not a silver bullet', Pg18

Expert warns against mass dog feeding, highlights ABC program limitations, and emphasizes coexistence for managing human-animal conflict effectively.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

India's Russian oil imports plummet to 38-month low amidst US pressure and diversification strategy, shifting dynamics in global energy trade.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

India's Russian oil imports plummet to 38-month low amidst US pressure and diversification strategy, shifting dynamics in global energy trade.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

India completes $120M Chabahar port commitment amid U.S. sanctions, future uncertain as Iran awaits Delhi's decision post-April 2026 waiver.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

India completes $120M Chabahar port commitment amid U.S. sanctions, future uncertain as Iran awaits Delhi's decision post-April 2026 waiver.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

Global climate governance falters as COP30 fails to deliver binding commitments, widening the gap between climate needs and political action.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

Global climate governance falters as COP30 fails to deliver binding commitments, widening the gap between climate needs and political action.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Distressing regularity, Pg6

Meghalaya mining tragedy exposes governance failures; urgent reforms needed to curb illegal rat-hole mining and protect vulnerable workers.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Distressing regularity, Pg6

Meghalaya mining tragedy exposes governance failures; urgent reforms needed to curb illegal rat-hole mining and protect vulnerable workers.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

India and EU's trade agreement marks strategic realignment amid global uncertainty, focusing beyond tariffs on defence, tech, and energy.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

India and EU's trade agreement marks strategic realignment amid global uncertainty, focusing beyond tariffs on defence, tech, and energy.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Cycles of revolt, Pg6

Balochistan insurgency intensifies amidst CPEC, mineral exploitation, and alleged human rights abuses, perpetuating a cycle of violence and alienation.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Linkages between Development and Spread of ExtremismGS 3: Role of External State and Non State ActorsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Cycles of revolt, Pg6

Balochistan insurgency intensifies amidst CPEC, mineral exploitation, and alleged human rights abuses, perpetuating a cycle of violence and alienation.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

CPI(M) leader moves Right to Disconnect Bill in Rajya Sabha, Pg9

CPI(M) MP introduces 'Right to Disconnect Bill' in Rajya Sabha, aiming to protect employees' work-life balance and mental health.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Parliament and State Legislatures

CPI(M) leader moves Right to Disconnect Bill in Rajya Sabha, Pg9

CPI(M) MP introduces 'Right to Disconnect Bill' in Rajya Sabha, aiming to protect employees' work-life balance and mental health.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

RBI plans ₹25,000 compensation for cyberfraud victims, Pg10

RBI proposes ₹25,000 compensation for cyber fraud victims, sharing losses with banks and utilizing Depositor Education Fund.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Basics of Cyber Security

RBI plans ₹25,000 compensation for cyberfraud victims, Pg10

RBI proposes ₹25,000 compensation for cyber fraud victims, sharing losses with banks and utilizing Depositor Education Fund.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Supreme Court allows minor to end 30-week pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court permits minor to terminate 30-week pregnancy, affirming reproductive autonomy and highlighting the complexities of underage pregnancies.

GS 2: PolityGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Supreme Court allows minor to end 30-week pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court permits minor to terminate 30-week pregnancy, affirming reproductive autonomy and highlighting the complexities of underage pregnancies.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Centre lays down eligibility criteria for ‘deep tech’ start-ups in country, Pg10

Centre defines 'deep tech' start-ups with relaxed norms, paving way for ₹1 lakh crore R&D investments and concessional financing.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Centre lays down eligibility criteria for ‘deep tech’ start-ups in country, Pg10

Centre defines 'deep tech' start-ups with relaxed norms, paving way for ₹1 lakh crore R&D investments and concessional financing.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

U.S. proposes nuclear arms control talks with Russia and China after New START treaty expires amidst global security concerns.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

U.S. proposes nuclear arms control talks with Russia and China after New START treaty expires amidst global security concerns.

News Analysis

Digital fraud cases: RBI plans compensation up to Rs 25,000 even if victim shares OTP, Pg1

Digital fraud cases: RBI plans compensation up to Rs 25,000 even if victim shares OTP, Pg1

Why micro observers in Bengal are at the heart of Mamata vs EC battle, Pg7

Why micro observers in Bengal are at the heart of Mamata vs EC battle, Pg7

Right to be forgotten: Apex court to examine if it applies to online news, Pg9

Right to be forgotten: Apex court to examine if it applies to online news, Pg9

N-capable Agni-3 test fired off Odisha coast, Pg9

N-capable Agni-3 test fired off Odisha coast, Pg9

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

Anthropic sends a message to Bengaluru, Pg10

Anthropic sends a message to Bengaluru, Pg10

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

‘Can’t compel’: SC allows teen to terminate 30-week pregnancy, Pg12

‘Can’t compel’: SC allows teen to terminate 30-week pregnancy, Pg12

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

Repo rate steady at 5.25%; FY26 GDP, inflation projections raised, Pg15

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

India's central bank holds interest rates steady: What drove the policy decision, Pg15

RBI doubles collateral-free loans to MSMEs to Rs 20L, Pg15

RBI doubles collateral-free loans to MSMEs to Rs 20L, Pg15

Small car concession scrapped under new norms, Pg15

Small car concession scrapped under new norms, Pg15

Govt gets financial bids for IDBI Bank sale, Pg15

Govt gets financial bids for IDBI Bank sale, Pg15

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

IIT-B researchers overcome a key cancer therapy bottleneck, Pg18

IIT-B researchers overcome a key cancer therapy bottleneck, Pg18

'Eradication of stray dogs an impossible promise... ABC rules not a silver bullet', Pg18

'Eradication of stray dogs an impossible promise... ABC rules not a silver bullet', Pg18

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

​Distressing regularity, Pg6

​Distressing regularity, Pg6

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

Cycles of revolt, Pg6

Cycles of revolt, Pg6

CPI(M) leader moves Right to Disconnect Bill in Rajya Sabha, Pg9

CPI(M) leader moves Right to Disconnect Bill in Rajya Sabha, Pg9

RBI plans ₹25,000 compensation for cyberfraud victims, Pg10

RBI plans ₹25,000 compensation for cyberfraud victims, Pg10

Supreme Court allows minor to end 30-week pregnancy, Pg10

Supreme Court allows minor to end 30-week pregnancy, Pg10

Centre lays down eligibility criteria for ‘deep tech’ start-ups in country, Pg10

Centre lays down eligibility criteria for ‘deep tech’ start-ups in country, Pg10

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

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Distressing regularity, Pg6

Distressing regularity, Pg6