Dear Friends, We are posting the 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 16th February 2026 based on today’s current affairs. What is the aim of 9 PM? Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more… Continue reading 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 16 February 2026
We need fiscal prudence during elections
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Indian economy Introduction Fiscal prudence often weakens during elections in India as governments expand welfare spending to attract voters. Large cash transfers and assistance schemes are announced close to polls, increasing public expenditure and fiscal pressure. These practices are common across states and political parties. While welfare has social importance,… Continue reading We need fiscal prudence during elections
Bridging a divide with an ‘Indian Scientific Service’
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Governance Introduction India’s governance structure was built after Independence around generalist administrators who ensured stability during nation-building. Over time, policy challenges became deeply scientific, technological, and environmental. Scientists entered government, but service rules did not evolve accordingly. This institutional mismatch has limited the effective use of scientific expertise in policymaking.… Continue reading Bridging a divide with an ‘Indian Scientific Service’
FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge
Source: The post “FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge” has been created, based on “How FTAs could offer India a $1 trillion electronics export window, with caveats” published in “Indian Express” on 16 February 2026. FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Indian Economy Context: India’s… Continue reading FTAs as a Catalyst for India’s Electronics Export Surge
The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story
Source: The post “The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story” has been created, based on “The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story” published in “The Hindu” on 16 February 2026. The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: The economic partnership between India and United Arab… Continue reading The UAE-India corridor is sparking a growth story
Urban Challenge Fund
News- The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the launch of the Urban Challenge Fund with total Central Assistance of Rs.1 lakh crore. About Urban Challenge Fund Type of Scheme: It is a new centrally sponsored scheme. Ministry involved: It is implemented by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Aim: It… Continue reading Urban Challenge Fund
PM RAHAT Scheme
News- The Union Cabinet approved PM RAHAT on February 14, 2026, launched from Seva Teerth to strengthen emergency response after road accidents. About PM RAHAT PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured Treatment) is an emergency healthcare and social security initiative focused on saving lives after road accidents. Launched by: Approved by the Union… Continue reading PM RAHAT Scheme
Army Ant Species
News- Researchers from Karnataka and Odisha discovered two new army ant species in Andhra Pradesh’s Eastern Ghats, as reported in Asian Myrmecology. About Army Ant Species They are keystone predators that play a critical role in regulating arthropod populations and shaping forest biodiversity by consuming large quantities of invertebrates on a daily basis. Scientific name:… Continue reading Army Ant Species
Novel Oral Polio Vaccine Type 2 (nOPV2)
News: The World Health Organization has granted prequalification to an additional Novel Oral Polio Vaccine Type 2 (nOPV2). About Novel Oral Polio Vaccine Type 2 (nOPV2) It is an improved oral vaccine designed to prevent outbreaks caused by circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type-2. The vaccine is used for active immunization in all age groups, especially during… Continue reading Novel Oral Polio Vaccine Type 2 (nOPV2)
7th Schedule of Indian Constitution – Explained Pointwise
Table of Content What is 7th Schedule of Indian Constitution? What is the significance of the 7th schedule of the Indian constitution? What are the issues with the 7th Schedule? What should be the way forward? What is 7th Schedule of Indian Constitution? The 7th Schedule of the Indian Constitution delineates the distribution of powers… Continue reading 7th Schedule of Indian Constitution – Explained Pointwise
