Page-2 of Archives: February 20, 2026
IGF Discovery Offers Hope for Lymphedema Treatment
A newly identified cellular mechanism could pave the way for effective treatment of lymphedema, a chronic and painful swelling disorder with no current cure. The condition arises when...
LHS 1903 System Reveals Rare Inside-Out Planetary Pattern
LHS 1903, also known as TOI-1730 or G 107-55, is a small M-dwarf star located 116.3 light-years away in the constellation Lynx. Cooler and dimmer than the Sun,...
Major Indian and International Cricket Records
Cricket records are important revision points for competitive exams because they capture the sport’s changing formats, tactical shifts and individual milestones. Across Tests, ODIs and T20Is, these benchmarks...
Major Theatre and Performing Arts Support Schemes
India’s theatre and performing arts sector is supported through a set of central schemes that provide financial aid, training support, production grants and infrastructure assistance. These interventions help...
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 20, 2026
1. India’s first government-supported National Biobank for Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSDs) was launched in which state? [A] Gujarat [B] Maharashtra [C] Haryana [D] Rajasthan Show Answer Correct Answer:...
INS Aridhaman to Boost India’s Sea-Based Nuclear Deterrent
India is set to strengthen its sea-based nuclear deterrent with the commissioning of INS Aridhaman, the third indigenous Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). The submarine, designated S4,...
DRDO Qualifies Gaganyaan Drogue Parachute in Key Test
India’s maiden human spaceflight mission received a major boost after the successful qualification level load test of the drogue parachute for the Gaganyaan programme. The test was conducted...
Meghalaya Showcases Organic Ecosystem at BIOFACH 2026
Meghalaya marked its debut at BIOFACH 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany, presenting itself as an institution-backed organic sourcing destination from northeast India. The global trade fair, recognised as the...
Rajkiya Itkhori Mahotsav Inaugurated in Chatra
The three-day Rajkiya Itkhori Mahotsav commenced in Chatra district on Thursday, drawing participation from senior state leaders and local residents. The annual cultural festival was inaugurated by Jharkhand’s...
Filmmaker M M Baig Found Dead at Home
Veteran Hindi filmmaker M. M. Baig was found dead at his residence earlier this week. He was in his seventies and had reportedly been unwell for some time....
IPC Lifts Russian Paralympics Ban for 2026 Games
Russian and Belarusian athletes will compete under their national flags at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics, marking a significant reversal of restrictions imposed in 2022. The International Paralympic...
