Current Affairs Quiz 13th February 2026 Quiz

Exp. V.O. Chidambaranar Port Becomes India’s First IGBC Platinum & Net Zero Certified Major Port

V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority becomes the first major Indian port to achieve the prestigious IGBC Platinum Rating for its sustainable, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient administrative building.

The port’s administrative building operates on 100% renewable energy, while the Hospital and CISF Barracks earned Shunya Plus certification, and the Administrative Building and Guest House earned Shunya certification from BEE, highlighting net zero and net positive energy performance.

Features include rooftop solar panels, rainwater harvesting, IoT water meters, indoor air quality monitoring, 70% green cover, inclusive facilities for differently-abled and senior citizens, and zero-waste practices, setting a benchmark for sustainable port infrastructure in India.

Exp. 13 February – World Radio Day

World Radio Day is observed on 13 February every year to celebrate radio as a powerful medium of communication.

Theme 2026 – Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a tool, not a voice

The day was proclaimed by UNESCO in 2011 to recognise radio’s contribution to society and media freedom.

To mark World Radio Day 2026, Akashvani Raipur, Chhattisgarh, in collaboration with UNESCO, is organising a World Radio Day Conclave

Exp. Aditya Pandya Becomes India’s Youngest Male Analog Astronaut

Seventeen-year-old Aditya Pandya becomes India’s youngest male analog astronaut after successfully completing a lunar-habitat-inspired analog mission conducted by AAKA Space Studio in Dholavira, Kutch.

The mission simulated Moon-like isolation, autonomous operations, and long-duration confinement, with a four-member crew living in a container-based lunar analog habitat, focusing on human–machine interaction and system reliability.

Aditya Pandya also served as lead for hardware, IoT, and habitat intelligence systems, developing and integrating environmental sensors, biometric monitoring, real-time telemetry, and modular components via 3D printing and rapid prototyping.

Exp. Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission signs MoUs to strengthen drug safety and quality standards

Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) signs MoUs with Goa State Pharmacy Council (GSPC), Quality Council of India (QCI), and HLL Infra Tech Services Limited (HITES) to strengthen medicine safety, quality assurance, and capacity building across India.

The agreements aim to enhance pharmacovigilance, promote rational medicine use, improve pharmacists’ professional competencies, and advance healthcare quality and patient safety standards.

Under the MoU with Goa State Pharmacy Council, IPC will focus on strengthening ADR reporting, promoting the National Formulary of India, conducting training and workshops for pharmacists, and establishing robust pharmacovigilance and drug safety systems.

Exp. OIL  Wins FIP Award 2025 for ‘Oil and Gas Production Company of the Year’

Oil India Limited received the FIP Award 2025 for ‘Oil and Gas Production Company of the Year’.)

The Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry (FIPI) presented the honor at India Energy Week 2026 in Goa.

About Oil India Limited

• Founded- 18 February 1959
• Headquarters- Duliajan, Assam
• Chairman and MD- Dr. Ranjit Rath
• Ministry- Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

Exp. 12 February – National Productivity Day

National Productivity Day is observed on 12 February every year in India to promote awareness about the importance of productivity in economic growth, efficiency, and competitiveness.

Theme 2026 – Clusters as Growth Engine: Maximizing Productivity in MSMEs

The day is celebrated to encourage industries, organisations, and individuals to adopt best practices, improve work processes, and enhance overall productivity.

The National Productivity Council (NPC), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, plays a key role in organizing events, workshops, and campaigns to mark the day.

Exp. India Rises to 91st Position in Corruption Perceptions Index 2025

India climbs five places to 91st position on the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025, showing a modest improvement in public sector integrity, as per Transparency International.

India’s CPI score increased by one point, moving from 96th to 91st out of 182 countries and territories, on a scale of 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).

Top-ranking countries include Denmark (1st, 89 points), Finland, and Singapore, while the lowest-ranking countries are South Sudan and Somalia (9 points). Among major democracies, the UK is 20th and the USA 29th, highlighting global concerns about anti-corruption performance.

Exp. ADB Approves $182 Million to Boost Flood and Erosion Management Along Brahmaputra in Assam

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $182 million in additional financing to strengthen flood and riverbank erosion management along the Brahmaputra River in Assam, enhancing disaster preparedness in Northeast India.

With this funding, the ongoing $200 million climate-resilience project (approved in 2023) now reaches a total scale of nearly $487 million, including contributions from the state government.

Exp. Rajasthan Emerges as India’s Largest Wool Producer, Contributing 47.5% of National Output

Rajasthan has become India’s largest wool producer, with a production of 16,013.50 thousand kg, contributing 47.5% of the country’s total wool output, followed by Jammu & Kashmir (7,770 thousand kg) and Karnataka (6,472 thousand kg).

As per Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2024-25, India has the second-largest sheep population in the world (77.4 million) and ranks ninth globally in total wool production, with 33.69 million kg produced in FY 2023-24.

On the global scale, China remains the top wool producer, dominating with 367.5 thousand tonnes, far ahead of other countries.

About Rajasthan

• Capital – Jaipur
• Chief Minister – Bhajan Lal Sharma
• Deputy Chief Minister – Diya Kumari and Premchand Bairwa
• Governor – Haribhau Bagade

Exp. Uttar Pradesh Becomes First State to Present Its Own Economic Survey Highlighting Rapid Growth

Uttar Pradesh becomes the first Indian state to present its own Economic Survey, highlighting rapid development and industrialisation.

The survey shows the state’s contribution to the national economy rising from 8.6% in 2016-17 to 9.1% in 2024-25.

UP’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) grew at an average annual rate of 10.8%, increasing from ₹13.30 lakh crore in 2016-17 to ₹30.25 lakh crore in 2024-25, and is projected to reach ₹36 lakh crore in 2025-26.

About Uttar Pradesh

• Capital – Lucknow
• Chief Minister – Yogi Adityanath
• Governor – Anandiben Patel

Exp. Delhi Becomes First State to Partner with Bharat Taxi’s Cooperative Platform for Structured Urban Taxi Services

Delhi becomes the first Indian state to partner with Bharat Taxi’s cooperative platform, aiming to provide safe, reliable, and transparent urban taxi services while enhancing the income security and welfare of drivers.

A MoU was signed between Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC) and Sahkar Taxi Cooperative Limited to roll out technology-enabled, structured taxi services across the city.

Under the partnership, DTTDC will focus on driver training, soft skills, and sensitisation to Delhi’s culture, while Bharat Taxi will provide mobility services through a digital booking system and organised driver network, positioning drivers as brand ambassadors for Delhi Tourism.

Exp. Delhi Launches Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana for Girls from Economically Weaker Families

Delhi government launches Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana from April 1 to provide financial assistance to girls from economically weaker families, aiming to reduce school dropouts and build a savings cushion for higher education or adulthood.

The scheme offers staged deposits totalling ₹56,000 over the girl’s education journey, which, with accrued interest, is expected to grow to around ₹1 lakh, credited to an Aadhaar-enabled bank account in the girl’s name.

Phased payments are linked to key school milestones: ₹11,000 at birth, ₹5,000 at Class 1, and additional deposits at Classes 6, 9, 10, 12, and post-graduation/diploma, incentivizing families to keep girls enrolled through higher education.

Exp. Mumbai’s Coastal Road Becomes India’s First ‘Musical Path’ Playing ‘Jai Ho’

Mumbai’s Coastal Road becomes India’s first ‘musical path’, featuring special rumble strips that play the Oscar-winning song ‘Jai Ho’ when vehicles drive at 60–80 kmph.

The stretch, named ‘Sangeet Marg’, runs from Nariman Point to Worli, and was inaugurated by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) stated this is the fifth musical road in the world, with prior examples in Hungary, Japan, South Korea, and the UAE.

Signboards have been installed at 500 m, 100 m, and 60 m before the stretch to alert motorists about the upcoming musical experience and required speed.

About Maharashtra

• Capital – Mumbai
• Chief Minister – Devendra Fadnavis (3^rd time)
• Deputy Chief Minister – Eknath Sindhe & Sunetra Pawar
• Governor – Acharya Devvrat (additional charge)

Exp. Rohit Kumar Singh Appointed Chair of USISPF Global Value Chains Committee

Rohit Kumar Singh, former Secretary, Consumer Affairs, has been appointed Chair of the Global Value Chains Committee of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF).

He has also been appointed Advisor to the USISPF Board of Directors.

Exp. Anutin Charnvirakul Secures Victory in Thailand’s 2026 General Election

Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the conservative Bhumjaithai Party, won Thailand’s 2026 general election, consolidating his party’s position in national politics.

He had assumed office as Prime Minister in September 2025 amid political turbulence and continued as caretaker PM throughout the election period.