Evidence-based policymaking
Rajasthan Budget 2026–27
Presented in Legislative Assembly.
Exam Angle:
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State budget comparisons
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Fiscal policy trends
?? Infrastructure, Sustainability & Ports
VOC Port – IGBC Platinum Rating
First Major Port in India to receive IGBC Platinum Rating.
Significance:
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Sustainable port operations
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Green infrastructure adoption
GS-III Relevance:
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Blue economy
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Green logistics
?? Agriculture, Livestock & Food Economy
India’s Global Livestock Position
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2nd in Sheep Population
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9th in Wool Production
Exam Importance:
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Livestock economy
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Rural income diversification
Bharat-VISTAAR (AI Tool)
AI-enabled multilingual agricultural platform.
Integrates:
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AgriStack portals
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ICAR knowledge packages
Exam Focus:
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AI in agriculture
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Digital public goods
?? Energy & Industry
Oil India Limited – FIPI Award 2025
Category: Oil & Gas Production Company of the Year
Exam Relevance:
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Energy PSUs
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Upstream sector recognition
?? Defence & Strategic Affairs
Exercise Vayushakti-26 (IAF)
Location: Pokhran Air-to-Ground Range
Purpose:
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Demonstrate firepower capability
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Combat readiness display
IMACC 2026 (Indian Army)
Month: Current Affairs - February 16, 2026
Category: