Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 7, 2026

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Alwar (Rajasthan) becomes first district in India to achieve 100% insurance coverage under ‘Insurance for All by 2047’ roadmap. Roadmap aligns with vision of ‘Secure India–Insured India’ at grassroots level. It is a joint initiative by Government of India and Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) under Ministry of Finance. Achievement covers nine villages: Bhulla Ka Bas, Bichpuri, Palankheda, Antapada, Hanumanta, Kalyanpura, Morodkhurd, Kodalka, Lalpur.

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The Union government released enumeration data of 1.52 lakh waste pickers under the National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme. The enumeration was conducted using the Waste Picker Enumeration App, launched in 2025. About 84.5% of waste pickers belong to SC, ST, and OBC communities, while 10.7% are from the General category, mainly in Delhi and Goa. NAMASTE scheme is a joint initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. NAMASTE scheme replaced the Self-Employment Scheme for Rehabilitation of Manual Scavengers (SRMS). The National Safai Karamcharis Finance & Development Corporation implements the scheme.

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The International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is observed on 6 February each year. This observance highlights the harmful effects of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and promotes human rights and women’s health. About 4.5 million girls, many under five, are at risk each year, with 22.7 million more projected by 2030. Ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) requires community engagement, strong health and education systems, and sustained investment.

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The Department of Pharmaceuticals launched the Revised Pharmaceutical Technology Upgradation Assistance Scheme (RPTUAS) in March 2024 to help existing pharmaceutical units upgrade technology. The scheme aims to ensure compliance with Revised Schedule-M and World Health Organization – Good Manufacturing Practices (WHO-GMP) quality standards. The total financial outlay of the scheme is ₹300.10 crore for the financial years 2024-25 and 2025-26. Under RPTUAS, pharmaceutical units are eligible for incentives ranging from 10% to 20% of investment, with a maximum of ₹2 crore, based on their turnover.

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The Government launched Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices. Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) are dedicated outlets across India selling medicines 50%–80% cheaper than branded ones. Scheme covers 2,110 medicines and 315 surgicals, medical consumables, and devices, including cardiovascular, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, anti-infective, anti-allergic, gastro-intestinal medicines, and nutraceuticals. Target is to open 20,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) across India, including Dadra and Nagar Haveli, by 31 March 2026.