*TODAYS TOP NEWS*
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1. The Government has sanctioned more than 3 crore 87 lakh houses to the States and Union Territories under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin(PMAY-G)
2. The has said that the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme has transformed from a policy initiative into a national movement by mobilising various stakeholders, including government agencies, communities, media, civil society and the public at large.
3. Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, yesterday launched the nationwide Pulse Self-Reliance Mission from the Food Legumes Research Centre (FLRP) in Amlaha, Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh.
4. Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annapurna Devi Yadav, has said that the Union Budget keeps in mind India’s growth roadmap from 2026 to 2047 and lays a strong foundation for a developed India.
5. Amaravati in Andhrapradesh will soon emerge as India’s first Quantum Valley, said Union Minister for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh. The Union Minister along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu yesterday laid foundation stone for Amaravati Quantum Valley project in state’s capital Amaravati.
6. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has launched a nationwide flag march from Kashmir to Kanyakumari on 6 February, marking a symbolic outreach initiative during the organisation’s centenary phase. The march seeks to engage citizens across regions and address long-standing public perceptions about the RSS through direct interaction and visibility.
7. The V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority has become the first port in India to initiate the implementation of an advanced Anti-Drone System. The initiative marks a major step in safeguarding critical port infrastructure against emerging aerial threats and enhancing operational resilience at strategic maritime facilities.
8. PLASTINDIA 2026, one of the world’s largest plastics exhibitions, is underway in New Delhi. The 6-day event focuses on building a self-reliant industrial base to drive manufacturing-led growth and large-scale employment. The exhibition provides space for youth, innovators, and start-ups to showcase sustainable plastic solutions.
9. Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, has said that the number of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has increased from six to 23, creating a strong network of world-class healthcare institutions across the country. He was addressing a convocation ceremony at an educational institution in Faridabad.
10. Union Public Service Commission-UPSC has extended the operational hours of its call centre to provide enhanced support and guidance to aspirants. UPSC in a statement said that the call centre will remain operational on all days including Saturday, Sunday, and holidays till the submission of application forms for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026. It will function in two shifts from 7 AM to 9 PM.
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*LEGAL REPORT*
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1. The Government has debunked videos circulating over social media in which Prime Minister, Union Finance Minister, and the RBI Governor are seen giving investment advice. The Fact Check Unit of Press Information Bureau has clarified that such videos are fake and digitally altered.
2. The Delhi Police has launched a major city-wide crackdown called Operation Shastra to tackle the growing misuse of social media platforms for intimidation and fear-mongering. Announced on February 7, 2026, the operation focuses on individuals who post photos with weapons, use abusive language.
3. Election Commission directs West Bengal government to quickly honour honorarium for officials, staff engaged in SIR
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*DEFENCE News*
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1. Col Seema Mishra, took charge as the principal of the Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey Uttar Pradesh Sainik School in Lucknow, becoming the first woman army officer to lead the 65-year-old institution.
2. Sagar Defence (SDE) has announced a strategic investment in Endure Air Systems, a Kanpur-based start-up specialising in unmanned aerial systems.
3. The Indian Army is moving to strengthen its air surveillance capabilities by planning to acquire 30 advanced low-level lightweight radars (LLLR-I) along with two Classroom Variant Radars (CVRs).The initiative forms part of a broader effort to integrate these radars with the AkashTeer Command and Reporting (C&R) system, enhancing the Army’s ability to monitor airspace across varied terrain.
4. The Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) TEJAS MK-1A (MK-1A), India’s advanced indigenous fighter jet, has completed critical weapons firing trials and associated software updates, with certification now pending, according to a source at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).These trials encompassed air-to-air and air-to-ground munitions, including the indigenous Astra beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile.
5. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) busted an international oil smuggling racket through a sea-air network-centred operation. The vessels involved devised a method to smuggle large volumes of cheap oil and oil-based cargo from conflict-ridden countries. The operation was conducted yesterday following the interception of three suspect vessels about 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai on the 5th of this month.
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*FINANCE*
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*INDIAN RUPEE VALUE*
💷 *GBP* ₹123(Approx)
€ *Euro* : ₹107(Approx)
*USD* ₹ 91(Approx)
🇨🇦 *Canada* :CAD ₹66
🇦🇺 *Australia* : ₹ 61
🇦🇪 *UAE Dirham* : ₹ 25
*🇨🇳 China Yuan ¥* : ₹ 13
🇲🇻 *Maldives Rufiya* : ₹ 5.88
🇧🇹 *Bhutan ngultrum* : ₹ 1.00
🇳🇵 *Nepal Rupee* : ₹ 0.63
🇧🇩 *B’desh Taka** : ₹ 0.70
🇵🇰 *Pak Rupee* : ₹ 0.32
🇱🇰 *Sri Lanka Rupee* : ₹ 0.29
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*BSE SENSEX*
83,580.40 +266.47 (0.32%)🌲
*NIFTY*
25,693.70 +50.90 (0.20%🌲 —————————————
*Rates in Financial Capital Mumbai*
*GOLD* : ₹ 15,370/ 01gm (24 krt)
*SILVER* : ₹ 275,000/KG
1. India’s foreign exchange reserves surged by a robust $14.361 billion to reach an all-time high of $723.774 billion in the week ended January 30, reflecting strong external sector fundamentals.
2. Black Swan Summit India 2026
The Black Swan Summit India 2026 is in the spotlight after its inauguration in Bhubaneswar on February 6.
The two-day summit is co-organised by the Odisha Government and the Global Finance and Technology Network under the BharatNetra Initiative. President Smt. Droupadi Murmu addressed the summit and give the conclave national prominence.
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*ENTERTAINMENT NEWS*
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1. The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on Friday stayed criminal defamation proceedings filed against the makers of the feature film Article 370.
The defamation complaint was filed by a man who alleged that his photo was used in the film without his consent to depict a terrorist, thereby harming his reputation.
2. Actor Rajpal Yadav surrendered to the Tihar Jail authorities in Delhi on Thursday after the Delhi High Court refused to grant him any relief in his cheque-bounce cases. The actor had sought an extension of the deadline for his surrender.
*08 Feb(Sunday)*
*Vedic Ritu/* Shishir
*Drik Ritu* : Shishir (Winter)
पक्ष :: *Krishnapaksh*
(In Purnimanta calendar)
*Vikram Samvat – 2082*
*Month* : Phlguna 7,
(In Amanta calendar)
*Shaka Samvat – 1947*
*Month* :Magha 22
*Tithi :* Saptami
*Nakshatra* : Swati
*Rahu* : 04:51 PM – 06:14 PM
*Yamaganda* : 12:41 PM – 02:04 PM
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