Kerala PSC Current Affairs — Last 12 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026
India and Canada sign Terms of Reference and launch CEPA negotiations
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal and Canada's Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu signed the Terms of Reference for an India–Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement at Hyderabad House, New Delhi, on 2 March 2026.
DGT issues guidelines on mandatory 150 hours of on-the-job training for ITI trainees
The Directorate General of Training issued guidelines on 2 March 2026 for a mandatory 150 hours of on-the-job training or group project for ITI trainees under the Craftsmen Training Scheme.
PM Modi speaks with leaders of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Jordan on West Asia situation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on 2 March 2026 with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, King Hamad of Bahrain and King Abdullah II of Jordan on the evolving situation in West Asia.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026
Bureau of Energy Efficiency marks 25th Foundation Day
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency marked its 25th Foundation Day at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, on 1 March 2026, where Power Minister Manohar Lal unveiled the BEE@25 logo.
Cabinet Committee on Security reviews West Asia situation; PM speaks with UAE President
The Cabinet Committee on Security, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, met in New Delhi on 1 March 2026 to review the situation in West Asia after the air strikes in Iran on 28 February.
Janaushadhi Saptah 2026 begins with health camps across the country
The Department of Pharmaceuticals began Janaushadhi Saptah 2026 on 1 March 2026 with health check-up camps across India, leading up to the 8th Janaushadhi Diwas on 7 March.
Jitendra Singh opens ₹60 crore recombinant cells and sensors facility at BRIC-RGCB
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated the ₹60 crore Central Facility for Recombinant Cells and Sensors at BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on 1 March 2026.
INS Sudarshini reaches Alexandria after Suez Canal transit on Lokayan-26
Indian Navy sail training ship INS Sudarshini arrived at Alexandria, Egypt, on 1 March 2026 during her transoceanic expedition Lokayan-26, after a northbound transit of the Suez Canal.
CBIC introduces deferred customs duty payment for Eligible Manufacturer Importers
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs announced on 1 March 2026 a deferred customs duty payment facility for a new category of Eligible Manufacturer Importers, as announced in the Union Budget 2026-27.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran; Supreme Leader Khamenei killed
The United States and Israel launched large-scale air strikes on Iran on 28 February 2026, and Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the attacks, according to Reuters and AP.
National Science Day 2026 observed with theme 'Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat'
India observed National Science Day on 28 February 2026 with the theme 'Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat', marking C.V. Raman's discovery of the Raman Effect.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026
Centre temporarily discontinues rice fortification under PMGKAY and allied schemes
The Department of Food and Public Distribution announced on 27 February 2026 that rice fortification under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) and allied schemes will be temporarily discontinued until a more effective nutrient delivery mechanism is found.
MoSPI releases new GDP series with base year 2022-23; FY26 growth estimated at 7.6%
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the new series of GDP estimates with base year 2022-23 on 27 February 2026, replacing the 2011-12 series, and estimated real GDP growth for 2025-26 at 7.6%.
BPCL's compressed biogas plant at Brahmapuram, Kochi, inaugurated
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan virtually inaugurated Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited's Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant at Brahmapuram, Kochi, on 27 February 2026, making Kochi the first city in Kerala with a CBG plant for biodegradable waste.
CGA launches Government Bank Dashboard and Government Bank Manual
Controller General of Accounts T.C.A. Kalyani launched the Government Bank Dashboard and the Government Bank Manual in New Delhi on 27 February 2026 to improve how banks handle government business.
India and Bhutan review cooperation on trans-boundary rivers and Punatsangchhu projects
An Indian delegation led by Water Resources Secretary V. L. Kantha Rao concluded a visit to Bhutan on 27 February 2026 to discuss trans-boundary river cooperation and review the Punatsangchhu-I hydroelectric project.
Sail training ship INS Tarangini arrives at Trincomalee
The Indian Navy's sail training ship INS Tarangini arrived at Trincomalee Harbour, Sri Lanka, on a training visit on 27 February 2026, after taking part in the International Fleet Review 2026 at Visakhapatnam.
6th India–UK Home Affairs Dialogue held in New Delhi
The 6th India–UK Home Affairs Dialogue was held in New Delhi on 27 February 2026, with India represented by Secretary (Border Management) Dr Rajendra Kumar and the UK by Home Office Second Permanent Secretary Simon Ridley.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026
India and Israel elevate ties to a 'Special Strategic Partnership' during PM Modi's visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu elevated India–Israel ties to 'A Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation and Prosperity' in a joint statement issued on 26 February 2026, during Modi's state visit to Israel on 25–26 February.
US–Iran nuclear talks in Geneva end without a deal; Oman reports 'significant progress'
The third round of Oman-mediated indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran ended in Geneva on 26 February 2026 without a deal, with Oman's Foreign Minister reporting 'significant progress' and technical talks set for Vienna.
Indian Railways and Army launch framework for post-service jobs for Agniveers and ex-servicemen
Indian Railways and the Indian Army introduced a 'Framework of Cooperation' on 26 February 2026 to expand post-retirement job opportunities in the Railways for Agniveers and Army personnel.
First round of India–Israel FTA negotiations concludes in New Delhi
The first round of negotiations for the India–Israel Free Trade Agreement concluded in New Delhi on 26 February 2026 after four days of talks from 23 February, with the next round set for May 2026 in Israel.
NSIC upgraded to Schedule 'A' CPSE
The Ministry of MSME upgraded the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) from Schedule 'B' to Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Enterprise by a notification dated 26 February 2026.
4th India–Kenya Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meets in Nairobi
The fourth meeting of the India–Kenya Joint Defence Cooperation Committee concluded in Nairobi, Kenya, on 26 February 2026, with both sides agreeing to draw up a five-year defence cooperation roadmap.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026
PM Modi becomes first Indian Prime Minister to address Israel's Knesset
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a Special Plenary of the Knesset in Jerusalem on 25 February 2026, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Israeli parliament, and was conferred the 'Medal of the Knesset'.
Silver jubilee World Sustainable Development Summit opens; Him-CONNECT launched
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the silver jubilee edition of TERI's World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2026 and the Environment Ministry's Him-CONNECT platform on 25 February 2026.
India and Nepal sign MoU on forests, wildlife, biodiversity and climate change
India and Nepal signed an MoU in New Delhi on 25 February 2026 to cooperate on forests, wildlife, environment, biodiversity conservation and climate change, including restoring transboundary wildlife corridors.
IASST scientists make biosurfactant from ghee using a probiotic bacterium
Scientists at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), a DST institute in North East India, synthesised a biosurfactant from ghee using the probiotic Lactobacillus plantarum JBC5, the Science Ministry reported on 25 February 2026.
Revamped RAJMARG PRAVESH portal launched for highway NOCs
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the upgraded RAJMARG PRAVESH portal on 25 February 2026 for online No Objection Certificates for access and utilities along National Highways.
IndiaAI Mission and Business Sweden to set up Sweden–India AI corridor (SITAC)
The IndiaAI Mission and Business Sweden signed a Statement of Intent to establish the Sweden–India Technology and Artificial Intelligence Corridor (SITAC), as announced on 25 February 2026.