কারেন্ট অ্যাফেয়ার্স ২০২৬ | 12th February 2026 Current Affairs in Bengali | GK & GA Bangla Class

Summary

This video presents a comprehensive current affairs and general knowledge session dated 12 February 2026, designed for competitive exam aspirants. It covers important national and international topics such as Darwin Day, India’s youngest analog astronaut Aditya Pandey, recent book releases, Asian Shooting Championship results, government schemes, legislative updates, climate goals, and global sports events. The session also revises core GK concepts including science, history, geography, Indian polity, culture, and awards like Padma Vibhushan. Delivered in a question–answer format, the class blends current events with static GK, making it a useful revision resource for exams.

Takeaways

• 😀 Darwin Day is celebrated on 12th February to mark the birth of Charles Darwin, the father of natural selection, and U.S. President Abraham Lincoln.
• 😀 Aditya Pandey became India's youngest analog astronaut at 17 after completing the Space Lunar Habitat Mission.
• 😀 A book titled 'Buxi Jagabandhu: The Great Commander' by Bishwabhushan Harichandan was launched recently, focusing on the leader of the Paika Rebellion.
• 😀 Akriti Dahiya won silver in the Women's 10-meter Air Rifle event at the 2026 Asian Shooting Championship.
• 😀 Delhi launched the 'Lakhpati Betiya Yojana' to support the education and empowerment of girl children in the city.
• 😀 Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya introduced the Industrial Relations Code Amendment Bill 2026 in the Lok Sabha.
• 😀 India has set a target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, according to Niti Aayog's study.
• 😀 The first-ever Esports Nation Cup will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2nd to 29th, 2026.
• 😀 The galvanization process involves coating iron with zinc to prevent rusting.
• 😀 The first Indian-American mayor of New York City is Jorhan Mamdani, who is also the first Muslim to hold the position.
• 😀 The 'Nokrem Festival' is celebrated in Meghalaya, and it is an important harvest festival in the state.

Q & A

What is celebrated on 12th February each year?

12th February is celebrated as Darwin Day, marking the birth anniversary of Charles Darwin, the father of the theory of natural selection. It is also the birth anniversary of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.

Who is the youngest analog astronaut from India?

The youngest analog astronaut from India is Aditya Pandey, who became the youngest male analog astronaut at the age of 17 after completing the AK Space Lunar Habitat mission.

Who launched the book 'Booki Jagabandhu: The Great Commander'?

The book 'Booki Jagabandhu: The Great Commander', about the freedom fighter Vidyaadhar Mahapatra and the Paika Rebellion, was launched by Bishwabhushan Harichandan, the former Governor of Odisha.

Who won the silver medal in the Women's 10m Air Rifle event at the 2026 Asian Shooting Championship?

Aakriti Dahiya won the silver medal in the Women's 10m Air Rifle event at the 2026 Asian Shooting Championship.

Which Indian state recently launched the 'Lakhpati Betiya Yojana'?

The 'Lakhpati Betiya Yojana' was recently launched by the Delhi Government for the welfare of girl children.

What is India's target year for achieving net-zero emissions?

India has set the target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, according to a recent study by NITI Aayog.

Where will the 2026 Esports Nation Cup be held?

The 2026 Esports Nation Cup will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2nd to 29th.

What is the process of galvanization?

Galvanization is the process of coating iron with zinc to prevent rust and corrosion.

Who was responsible for building the famous temples at Pattadakal?

The famous temples at Pattadakal were primarily built by the Chalukya dynasty, while Jain temples were constructed by the Rashtrakutas.

What does the term 'secular' in the Indian Constitution refer to, and when was it added?

The term 'secular' refers to the non-religious nature of the Indian state. It was added to the Indian Constitution through the 42nd Amendment in 1976.