UPSC Current Affairs 22 February 2026

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

8% of voters removed from poll rolls after SIR in 9 States, U.T.s, Pg1

Electoral Rolls Revised: 1.7 crore voters deleted across nine States/UTs after Special Intensive Revision, Gujarat sees highest deletion rate.

GS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

8% of voters removed from poll rolls after SIR in 9 States, U.T.s, Pg1

Electoral Rolls Revised: 1.7 crore voters deleted across nine States/UTs after Special Intensive Revision, Gujarat sees highest deletion rate.

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

India ‘studying’ U.S. tariff moves: Commerce Ministry, Pg1

India assesses impact of US tariff changes after Supreme Court ruling, potential implications for trade agreement and exports.

India ‘studying’ U.S. tariff moves: Commerce Ministry, Pg1

India assesses impact of US tariff changes after Supreme Court ruling, potential implications for trade agreement and exports.

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

India, Brazil ink pacts on minerals, steel mining; agree to step up trade, Pg8

India and Brazil strengthen ties with agreements on minerals, steel, and digital partnership, aiming to boost trade amidst global trade concerns.

India, Brazil ink pacts on minerals, steel mining; agree to step up trade, Pg8

India and Brazil strengthen ties with agreements on minerals, steel, and digital partnership, aiming to boost trade amidst global trade concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI Impact Summit: 85 countries, 3 bodies sign New Delhi Declaration, Pg9

85 nations adopt New Delhi Declaration at AI Impact Summit, emphasizing equitable AI benefits and knowledge sharing globally.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI Impact Summit: 85 countries, 3 bodies sign New Delhi Declaration, Pg9

85 nations adopt New Delhi Declaration at AI Impact Summit, emphasizing equitable AI benefits and knowledge sharing globally.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Indigenous tetanus and adult diphtheria vaccine launched; Nadda calls it momentous, Pg10

India strengthens public health with indigenous Td vaccine launch, enhancing Universal Immunization Programme and national health security.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Indigenous tetanus and adult diphtheria vaccine launched; Nadda calls it momentous, Pg10

India strengthens public health with indigenous Td vaccine launch, enhancing Universal Immunization Programme and national health security.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Constitution released in Tamil and Gujarati, Pg10

Constitution of India released in Tamil and Gujarati to promote accessibility and awareness on International Mother Language Day.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: Indian SocietyPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

Constitution released in Tamil and Gujarati, Pg10

Constitution of India released in Tamil and Gujarati to promote accessibility and awareness on International Mother Language Day.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Scientists find bouba-kiki effect in three-day chicks, Pg12

Groundbreaking study reveals three-day-old chicks exhibit 'bouba-kiki' effect, suggesting innate sound-shape association across species.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Scientists find bouba-kiki effect in three-day chicks, Pg12

Groundbreaking study reveals three-day-old chicks exhibit 'bouba-kiki' effect, suggesting innate sound-shape association across species.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

The curious case of the star that may have swallowed itself, Pg12

Astronomers observe a supergiant star, M31-2014-DS1, 'swallowing itself' into a black hole after a failed supernova.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

The curious case of the star that may have swallowed itself, Pg12

Astronomers observe a supergiant star, M31-2014-DS1, 'swallowing itself' into a black hole after a failed supernova.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Laser pulses turn glass into super-dense data store, Pg12

Microsoft pioneers super-dense data storage using laser pulses in glass, achieving 4.8 TB capacity on a 120mm plate.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Laser pulses turn glass into super-dense data store, Pg12

Microsoft pioneers super-dense data storage using laser pulses in glass, achieving 4.8 TB capacity on a 120mm plate.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Why has eastern Nagaland got autonomy?, Pg13

Centre brokers Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) agreement granting autonomy to eastern Nagaland, addressing developmental disparities and security concerns.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: PolityGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Why has eastern Nagaland got autonomy?, Pg13

Centre brokers Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) agreement granting autonomy to eastern Nagaland, addressing developmental disparities and security concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

What are the key takeaways from AI summit?, Pg13

New Delhi Declaration on AI signed by 88 countries, promoting democratization and responsible AI development, during the AI Impact Summit.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

What are the key takeaways from AI summit?, Pg13

New Delhi Declaration on AI signed by 88 countries, promoting democratization and responsible AI development, during the AI Impact Summit.

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

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project?, Pg13

NGT greenlights Great Nicobar project amidst environmental concerns, balancing development with ecological safeguards and strategic national interests.

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

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project?, Pg13

NGT greenlights Great Nicobar project amidst environmental concerns, balancing development with ecological safeguards and strategic national interests.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other CountriesGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy, Pg2

US Supreme Court curbs Trump's tariff powers, triggering global trade uncertainty and potential new levies impacting economies worldwide.

US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy, Pg2

US Supreme Court curbs Trump's tariff powers, triggering global trade uncertainty and potential new levies impacting economies worldwide.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other CountriesGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trashing US top court, Trump raises new tariff to 15% from 10%, Pg3

Trump imposes 15% tariff after US court rejects previous levies, impacting global trade and straining international relations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Comparison of Indian Constitution with Other CountriesGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trashing US top court, Trump raises new tariff to 15% from 10%, Pg3

Trump imposes 15% tariff after US court rejects previous levies, impacting global trade and straining international relations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Trade to rare earths: India and Brazil for a stronger Global South, Pg3

India and Brazil strengthen ties, advocate for Global South amidst US-China trade tensions, focusing on critical minerals and digital partnership.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 3: IT and ComputersGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Trade to rare earths: India and Brazil for a stronger Global South, Pg3

India and Brazil strengthen ties, advocate for Global South amidst US-China trade tensions, focusing on critical minerals and digital partnership.

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

US & China among 88 signatories to Delhi declaration on AI Impact, Pg3

88 nations, including US and China, sign Delhi Declaration on AI Impact; India joins Pax Silica to counter China's AI dominance.

US & China among 88 signatories to Delhi declaration on AI Impact, Pg3

88 nations, including US and China, sign Delhi Declaration on AI Impact; India joins Pax Silica to counter China's AI dominance.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

IEEPA not lone arrow, Pg4

US explores trade act alternatives amid IEEPA challenges, potentially raising tariffs higher than those imposed under IEEPA.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

IEEPA not lone arrow, Pg4

US explores trade act alternatives amid IEEPA challenges, potentially raising tariffs higher than those imposed under IEEPA.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trump raises tariffs, Pg4

Trump's tariff hike to 15% impacts global trade, including India, amidst US Supreme Court invalidating reciprocal tariffs.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trump raises tariffs, Pg4

Trump's tariff hike to 15% impacts global trade, including India, amidst US Supreme Court invalidating reciprocal tariffs.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Dedication to Nation of Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor (Inauguration of Sarai Kale Khan to New Ashok Nagar (5 km) and Meerut South to Modipuram (21km) sections of India's First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and Inauguration of Meerut Metro), Pg7

Delhi-Meerut RRTS 'Namo Bharat' inaugurated, reducing travel time to 59 minutes; Meerut Metro launched, enhancing regional connectivity and economic growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Dedication to Nation of Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor (Inauguration of Sarai Kale Khan to New Ashok Nagar (5 km) and Meerut South to Modipuram (21km) sections of India's First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and Inauguration of Meerut Metro), Pg7

Delhi-Meerut RRTS 'Namo Bharat' inaugurated, reducing travel time to 59 minutes; Meerut Metro launched, enhancing regional connectivity and economic growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: E Governance

News Analysis

8% of voters removed from poll rolls after SIR in 9 States, U.T.s, Pg1

8% of voters removed from poll rolls after SIR in 9 States, U.T.s, Pg1

India ‘studying’ U.S. tariff moves: Commerce Ministry, Pg1

India ‘studying’ U.S. tariff moves: Commerce Ministry, Pg1

India, Brazil ink pacts on minerals, steel mining; agree to step up trade, Pg8

India, Brazil ink pacts on minerals, steel mining; agree to step up trade, Pg8

AI Impact Summit: 85 countries, 3 bodies sign New Delhi Declaration, Pg9

AI Impact Summit: 85 countries, 3 bodies sign New Delhi Declaration, Pg9

Indigenous tetanus and adult diphtheria vaccine launched; Nadda calls it momentous, Pg10

Indigenous tetanus and adult diphtheria vaccine launched; Nadda calls it momentous, Pg10

Constitution released in Tamil and Gujarati, Pg10

Constitution released in Tamil and Gujarati, Pg10

Scientists find bouba-kiki effect in three-day chicks, Pg12

Scientists find bouba-kiki effect in three-day chicks, Pg12

The curious case of the star that may have swallowed itself, Pg12

The curious case of the star that may have swallowed itself, Pg12

Laser pulses turn glass into super-dense data store, Pg12

Laser pulses turn glass into super-dense data store, Pg12

Why has eastern Nagaland got autonomy?, Pg13

Why has eastern Nagaland got autonomy?, Pg13

What are the key takeaways from AI summit?, Pg13

What are the key takeaways from AI summit?, Pg13

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project?, Pg13

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project?, Pg13

US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy, Pg2

US Supreme Court ruling offers little respite for global economy, Pg2

Trashing US top court, Trump raises new tariff to 15% from 10%, Pg3

Trashing US top court, Trump raises new tariff to 15% from 10%, Pg3

Trade to rare earths: India and Brazil for a stronger Global South, Pg3

Trade to rare earths: India and Brazil for a stronger Global South, Pg3

US & China among 88 signatories to Delhi declaration on AI Impact, Pg3

US & China among 88 signatories to Delhi declaration on AI Impact, Pg3

IEEPA not lone arrow, Pg4

IEEPA not lone arrow, Pg4

Trump raises tariffs, Pg4

Trump raises tariffs, Pg4

Dedication to Nation of Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor (Inauguration of Sarai Kale Khan to New Ashok Nagar (5 km) and Meerut South to Modipuram (21km) sections of India's First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and Inauguration of Meerut Metro), Pg7

Dedication to Nation of Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor (Inauguration of Sarai Kale Khan to New Ashok Nagar (5 km) and Meerut South to Modipuram (21km) sections of India's First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and Inauguration of Meerut Metro), Pg7

Centre asks states to wrap up household survey by April-end, Pg11

Centre asks states to wrap up household survey by April-end, Pg11

French President Macron urged India to 'join the club' and ban social media for kids, Pg13

French President Macron urged India to 'join the club' and ban social media for kids, Pg13

E175 regional jets: Adani, Embraer to set up final assembly line in India, Pg13

E175 regional jets: Adani, Embraer to set up final assembly line in India, Pg13

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