Daily Current Affairs Today 7 February 2026 for SSC And Railway Exams

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Daily Current Affairs Today 7 February 2026

Daily Current Affairs examines critical events from February 7, 2026, focusing on developments vital for competitive exams. Topics span international relations, economic policies, scientific achievements, and domestic initiatives, providing a comprehensive understanding of recent happenings across India and globally. Here is the Top 10 Daily Current Affairs Today 7 February 2026:

RBI Monetary Policy: Repo Rate Unchanged

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to keep the repo rate unchanged.

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)

The MPC was established based on recommendations from the Urjit Patel Commission in 2016. Regulated by the RBI, it comprises six members: three from the RBI and three nominated by the Government of India. The committee is headed by the Governor of the RBI and meets every two months, conducting six meetings annually.

About the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

As India's central bank, the RBI was established in 1935 under the Government of India Act, 1935. Its headquarters moved from Kolkata to Mumbai in 1937, where it is permanently located. The RBI is managed by a Governor and four Deputy Governors.

Key Economic Indicators and Decisions

The recent MPC meeting maintained a "status quo" approach. The repo rate remains unchanged at 5.25%. This policy rate is the interest rate at which commercial banks borrow short-term funds from the RBI, also known as the purchase agreement rate. The Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) rate is 5%. India's GDP growth forecast is maintained at 7.4%, aligning with budget projections, driven by revived trade with China and the USA. The current inflation rate stands at 2.1%.

Official Visit of the President of Seychelles

Patrick Achi, the President of Seychelles, made a five-day official visit to India, marking the Golden Jubilee (50 years) of diplomatic relations between the two nations. His itinerary included visits to Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Maharashtra, where he met the state's Governor. Seychelles gained independence in 1976, and India has maintained strong relations since then. India's naval ship INS Nilgiri participated in Seychelles' recent Independence Day celebrations.

India-Seychelles Joint Military Exercise

India and Seychelles conduct a joint military exercise known as Exercise Lemait.

Geographical Profile: Seychelles

Seychelles is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, geographically part of Africa. Nearby territories include Mauritius and Réunion Island. Its capital is Victoria (or Port Victoria), and its currency is the Seychellois Rupee. Official languages include English, Spanish, and Seychellois.

India's First Green Urea Plant

NTPC Green Energy Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Agaso to develop India's first Green Urea Plant. This plant will be located at the Pudimadaka Green Hydrogen Hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The primary objective is to reduce India's significant reliance on imported urea, aiming to produce 2.5 million tonnes of green urea annually. The project is environmentally friendly, with NTPC Green supplying carbon dioxide (CO2) and green ammonia, which are key reactants for urea production.

China's Space-Based AI Data Center

China is developing a space-based AI data center to leverage artificial intelligence for space operations. This is part of a global trend, with the USA and Google pursuing similar technologies. Key benefits include increased efficiency, improved computing, enhanced data storage, and higher bandwidth. This initiative aligns with China's broader space ambitions, including its Tiongong mission for an international space station. India is also progressing in AI, with an AI-based university in Maharashtra and a college in Meerut.

Upendranath Ek Award for the Queen of Bhutan

Gyalum Ashi Wangchuck, the Queen of Bhutan, received the 2nd edition of the Upendranath Ek Award in Bodoland, Assam. She was honored as a "Soldier of Humanity" for her contributions to social justice, courage, and sacrifice. This award, including a ₹5 lakh prize, aims to strengthen India-Bhutan relations through "soft power." Assam and Bhutan will also observe a Student Day on March 31st.

Global Teacher Award 2024

Awarded at the World Government Summit in Dubai, Robel Nagi received the Global Teacher Award, which includes a $1 million prize. This award is often referred to as the "Nobel Prize for Teaching" due to the absence of an official Nobel Prize in education.

INS Sudarshini's Voyage to Oman

The Indian Naval Ship INS Sudarshini made its first port call at Salalah, Oman, as part of Project Lokayan 26. This mission is a long-distance journey covering 22,000 nautical miles, visiting 13 countries and 18 ports worldwide. Departing from Kochi, Kerala, on January 20th, the voyage operates under the theme of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (The World is One Family) and aims to strengthen India-Oman relations.

India's Long-Distance Sailing Expeditions

The Indian Navy has undertaken several notable long-distance sailing expeditions:

• INS Tarangini: An earlier long-distance expedition.

• INS Tarini: Famous for the Navik Sagar Parikrama mission, circumnavigated by an all-female crew.

• INS Sudarshini: The current expedition under Project Lokayan 26.

Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Agreement

A tripartite agreement was signed in Delhi to establish the Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority. The signatories included the Central Government (represented by Home Minister Amit Shah), the Nagaland State Government, and the Eastern Nagaland People's Organisation (ENPO). Nagaland gained statehood in 1963 and enjoys special status under Article 371A of the Constitution, protecting its tribal rights. The authority aims to provide focused administration for six districts in Eastern Nagaland, resolving local issues, ensuring proper administration, and maintaining peace, with ENPO serving as an apex regulatory body.

Geographical Profile: Nagaland

Nagaland's capital is Kohima. It shares an international border with Myanmar. Its highest peak is Saramati Hills. Notable National Parks include Intanki National Park (also a wildlife sanctuary) and Phakim National Park. Nagaland borders Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Manipur.

Exercise Vayu Shakti

The Indian Air Force (IAF) recently conducted Exercise Vayu Shakti. This is a domestic IAF exercise, not involving any other country, held at the Pokhran firing range in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, near the India-Pakistan border. The exercise demonstrates the IAF's offensive and defensive capabilities, featuring aircraft such as the Sukhoi, Rafale, Tejas, Mirage, and Jaguar.

India's Military Exercises with Neighboring Countries

Here's a comparative overview of India's military exercises with its neighboring countries:

Squash: Squash on Fire Open

Anahat Singh won her first PSA Bronze title at the Squash on Fire Open tournament in the USA. This victory secured her entry into the Top 20 in the Asian squash player rankings, achieving a world rank of 19. She defeated Georgia Kennedy of England in the final.

Cricket: Women's Premier League (WPL)

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the 2026 Women's Premier League, securing their second title, with Delhi as the runner-up.

Historical WPL Results (Winner vs. Runner-up)

The speaker highlighted a pattern: Mumbai wins in odd-numbered years (2023, 2025) and RCB wins in even-numbered years (2024, 2026), with Delhi consistently being the runner-up (Memory Tip: Notice the alternating wins for Mumbai and RCB, and Delhi's consistent runner-up position).

2026 WPL Final Details

The final match took place at Kodambi Stadium, Vadodara, Gujarat. Smriti Mandhana captained RCB, while Jemimah Rodrigues led Delhi.

Key Awards and Performances

Sofiya Devine was named the Most Valuable Player. The Player of the Match in the final was Smriti Mandhana, who scored 87 runs. Sofiya also won the Purple Cap (Most Wickets), and Smriti Mandhana received the Orange Cap (Most Runs), totaling 377 runs in the tournament.

Cricket: ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026

India won its sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title in 2026, defeating England in the final by 100 runs. The tournament was co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, with the final held in Harare, Zimbabwe.

India's U-19 World Cup Victories

India's winning years for the U-19 World Cup include:

• 2000

• 2008

• 2012

• 2018

• 2022

• 2026

The first U-19 World Cup was held in 1988.

Key Performance

Player Vaibhav (14 years old) delivered a standout performance, scoring 175 runs off just 80 balls, including 15 fours and 15 sixes, helping India set a target of 419 runs..