Current Affairs — 22 February 2026
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
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PM Modi dedicates full 82-km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor and launches Meerut Metro
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated the full 82-km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat corridor, India's first Regional Rapid Transit System, to the nation and launched the Meerut Metro at Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, on 22 February 2026.
New integrated terminal of Guwahati's LGBI Airport begins commercial operations
The new integrated terminal at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBIA), Guwahati, began commercial operations on 22 February 2026, with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma formally inaugurating operations.
PM's 131st Mann Ki Baat: AI Impact Summit, organ donation by Kerala family, digital-arrest warning
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 131st episode of Mann Ki Baat on 22 February 2026 spoke about the India AI Impact Summit, paid homage to Alin Sherin Abraham from Kerala whose parents donated her organs, and urged vigilance against digital frauds and 'digital arrests'.
Manipuri film 'Boong' wins BAFTA for Best Children's & Family Film
'Boong', a Manipuri-language film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, won the Children's & Family Film award at the 79th BAFTA Film Awards at the Royal Festival Hall, London, on 22 February 2026 — the first Indian film to win in this category.
Organ transplants in India rise fourfold to nearly 20,000 in 2025, says Health Ministry
The Union Health Ministry said on 22 February 2026 that organ transplants in India rose about fourfold, from under 5,000 in 2013 to nearly 20,000 in 2025, with the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) leading the effort.
South Africa beat India by 76 runs in T20 World Cup Super 8 opener at Ahmedabad
South Africa beat defending champions India by 76 runs in their T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 1 match at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on 22 February 2026.
Digital Bharat Nidhi and Andhra Pradesh sign pact for Amended BharatNet; ₹2,432 crore approved
Digital Bharat Nidhi and the Government of Andhra Pradesh signed a Memorandum of Cooperation for faster rollout of the Amended BharatNet Programme in the State at Tadepalle, Guntur district, on 22 February 2026, with ₹2,432 crore of central support approved.
Jayant Chaudhary launches 'Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai' campaign for Skill India Digital Hub
Skill Development Minister Jayant Chaudhary launched the nationwide campaign 'Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai' for the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), with actor Amitabh Bachchan on board, on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit, the Ministry said on 22 February 2026.
62nd 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' held with ESIC at over 1,000 locations
The 62nd edition of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' was held with the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) at more than 1,000 locations across India on 22 February 2026, the Sports Ministry said.
PM Modi responds to Netanyahu, looks forward to talks during upcoming Israel visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, replying to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on X on 22 February 2026, said India deeply values its friendship with Israel and looked forward to discussions during his upcoming visit to Israel.
India and Brazil sign MoU on cooperation in the postal sector
India and Brazil signed a Memorandum of Understanding on postal sector cooperation during Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's State Visit, the Ministry of Communications announced on 22 February 2026.
Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh inaugurates 30th Divya Kala Mela in Dehradun
Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Gurmit Singh inaugurated the 30th Divya Kala Mela, a fair of products by Divyang artisans and entrepreneurs, at Rangers Ground, Dehradun, on 22 February 2026.