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Current Affairs Today - 11 February 2026

1. India will keep importing cheapest, good quality crude oil from non-sanctioned sources, government tells parliamentary panel

• The Indian government has said that India will continue to import crude oil from countries where it is cheapest and of the best quality, with imports guided by market conditions and geopolitical factors.
• Senior officials from the Ministries of External Affairs and Commerce informed the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs that India’s oil companies will focus on non-sanctioned sources to ensure compliance and energy security.
• India’s crude oil import strategy reflects a pragmatic and cost-effective approach to energy needs, taking into account geopolitical developments and maintaining diversified suppliers rather than depending on any single source.
• Indian refiners have been actively diversifying crude sources, including recent purchases of discounted Venezuelan crude oil, which aligns with the policy of seeking competitive quality supplies.
• By focusing on non-sanctioned sources, India aims to avoid legal and diplomatic complications that could arise from purchasing oil from sanctioned entities, while also keeping import costs manageable.

2. Sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha to return to India after week-long public display in Colombo, Sri Lanka

• The Sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha were displayed for public veneration at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from February 4 to 10, 2026, before being returned to India.
• This was the first time that the Devnimori relics were taken outside India for an international exposition, highlighting a historic moment in cultural and spiritual exchange.
• The Devnimori relics were originally discovered in Gujarat, India, during archaeological excavations and are preserved at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.
• A high-level Indian delegation, including the Governor of Madhya Pradesh and the Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, accompanied the sacred relics to and from Sri Lanka, underscoring the event’s diplomatic and cultural significance.
• The public veneration of the sacred relics at the Gangaramaya Temple was a major cultural diplomacy initiative that strengthened the spiritual and civilisational ties between India and Sri Lanka.

3. India signs social security agreement with UK and Northern Ireland to avoid double social security contributions for temporary workers

• India has signed an Agreement on Social Security relating to Social Security Contributions with the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland to prevent double social security payments by employees on temporary assignments in each other’s countries.
• Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron signed the agreement in New Delhi, representing India and the UK respectively.
• The agreement will avoid double social security contributions for employees of both countries on temporary assignments of up to 36 months, supporting mobility and ensuring continuity in social security coverage.
• This social security pact forms part of the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which was signed in July 2025 and is slated to be implemented in the first half of 2026.
• Under the agreement, eligible employees will need to secure Certificates of Coverage from concerned authorities such as the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to benefit from the exemption from dual contributions.

4. Centre launches White Revolution 2.0 to boost women’s role and strengthen India’s dairy sector

• The Centre launched “White Revolution 2.0”, a cooperative-led initiative, to expand cooperative coverage in the dairy sector and boost employment and women’s empowerment, as informed in the Lok Sabha.
• A main objective of White Revolution 2.0 is to increase milk procurement by dairy cooperatives by expanding the cooperative network and bettering infrastructure over the next five years (2024-25 to 2028-29).
• Under the programme, the government plans to establish about 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies and strengthen around 46,000 existing ones, improving milk procurement, testing, and chilling facilities.
• Women farmers and workers — who form a significant portion of India’s dairy workforce — are a key focus group in the White Revolution 2.0 initiative, which aims to empower them socially and economically.
• The White Revolution 2.0 initiative forms part of broader efforts to modernise India’s dairy sector, increase organised sector participation, and enhance the quality and quantity of milk production nationwide.

5. Government asks social media platforms to label and remove AI-generated deepfake content within 3 hours

• The Government of India has amended the Information Technology Rules to regulate AI-generated content such as deepfake videos, synthetic audio, and altered visuals by requiring it to be clearly and prominently labeled.
• The new rules mandate that social media platforms respond to government or court orders regarding flagged AI or deepfake content within just three hours, a significant reduction from the previous 36-hour window.
• The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) notified the amended guidelines in the official Gazette as part of the 2026 update to the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules.
• Platforms must embed permanent metadata and unique identifiers in labeled AI-generated content so that it can be traced back to the source and verified, and they are barred from removing or suppressing such labels once applied.
• The amended rules also require social media intermediaries to deploy automated tools to detect and prevent the spread of illegal, sexually exploitative, deceptive, or harmful AI content, and to remind users periodically about penalties for AI misuse.

6. About 10.5 lakh government servants trained under Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme to strengthen citizen-centric governance

• The Rashtriya Karmayogi Large Scale Jan Seva Programme (Phase-II) has successfully trained approximately 10.5 lakh government servants across India, focusing on capacity building and strengthening citizen-centric public service.
• The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions issued a statement highlighting the outcomes of the nationwide training initiative led by the Capacity Building Commission.
• The programme places special emphasis on instilling ‘Seva Bhav’ (spirit of service) and ‘Svadharma’ (personal duty aligned with purpose), emphasising behavioural transformation in public administration.
• The Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Programme is part of Mission Karmayogi, which aims to modernise India’s civil services with a focus on agility, citizen-centric governance, and enhanced administrative effectiveness.

7. President Murmu hosts Seychelles President, India reaffirms development and security cooperation

• President Droupadi Murmu hosted Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie at Rashtrapati Bhavan, reaffirming India’s support for his country’s development and security cooperation during a state visit to New Delhi.
• The state visit coincided with the 50th anniversary of Seychelles’ independence and the 50th year of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles, highlighting the long-standing friendship between the two nations.
• India views Seychelles as a key partner under its MAHASAGAR Vision (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions), which aims to strengthen cooperation in trade, capacity building, sustainable development, and regional security.
• India announced a ‘Special Economic Package’ of USD 175 million for Seychelles, which will be used to support developmental projects including public housing, infrastructure, education, healthcare, defence, and maritime security.
• During the visit, both countries adopted the India-Seychelles Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL), a strategic framework to deepen future bilateral engagement.

8. NATO to launch Arctic Sentry mission soon to strengthen surveillance and security in the Arctic region

• NATO is expected to launch a mission called Arctic Sentry in the coming days, aimed at boosting surveillance and military presence in the strategically important Arctic region.
• The Arctic Sentry mission will involve enhanced surveillance, joint exercises, and the deployment of additional vessels, drones, and air assets to reinforce NATO’s deterrence posture.
• The mission is being planned in response to heightened Russian military activity and increased interest from China in the High North, as melting Arctic ice opens new sea routes and resource opportunities.
• British Defence Minister John Healey has stated that UK armed forces will play a vital role in the Arctic Sentry mission, including plans to expand the number of UK troops stationed in Norway.
• The Arctic Sentry mission reflects NATO’s broader effort to strengthen its defence and deterrence posture in the northernmost parts of the alliance’s area of responsibility, particularly in and around Greenland.

9. Delhi government launches Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana to support girls with education funds up to over ₹1 lakh

• The Delhi Government has launched the Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, a restructured and upgraded version of the Ladli Scheme designed to support the financial situation and uninterrupted education of girls from birth through graduation.
• Under the new scheme, the Delhi Government will deposit up to ₹56,000 in phased instalments at key stages of the girl’s education, and over time this amount is expected to grow to more than ₹1,00,000 on maturity in the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.
• To be eligible for the Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, a girl must be born in Delhi, her family must have resided in the National Capital for at least three years, and the annual family income must not exceed ₹1.20 lakh.
• The scheme benefits are limited to two surviving girl children per family, and the entire application and payment process will be digital and online, making it transparent and easier for beneficiaries to access.
• The Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana is being launched on April 1, 2026, replacing the older Ladli Scheme, and emphasizes gender equality, financial inclusion, and human capital development by encouraging girls to pursue higher education without financial constraints.

10. Aakriti Dahiya wins silver and Anjum Moudgil wins bronze for India at Asian Shooting Championships 2026

• The Asian Shooting Championships 2026 were held in New Delhi, India, at the prestigious Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, showcasing top shooters from Asia.
• Aakriti Dahiya won the silver medal in the women’s 50m rifle three positions. Anjum Moudgil, a seasoned shooter, secured the bronze medal in the same event.
• Kazakhstan’s Sofiya Shulzhenko won the gold medal in the women’s 50m rifle three positions and also set a new world record in the final with a total of 358.2 points.
• In the women’s 50m rifle three positions team event, the Indian team comprising Aakriti Dahiya, Anjum Moudgil, and Aashi Chouksey won the silver medal.