Daily Top Current Affairs of the day for 2nd February 2026
1. Union Budget Raises Allocation for Top Executive Administration
The Union Budget 2026–27 earmarked ₹1,102 crore for expenditure related to the Council of Ministers, Cabinet Secretariat, Prime Minister’s Office, and official hospitality. This marks a rise over the previous year and reflects growing administrative, coordination, and protocol-related responsibilities at the highest levels of the Union government.
2. Railway Budget Announces Record ₹2.93 Lakh Crore Capital Expenditure
The Railway Budget 2026 allocated a historic ₹2.93 lakh crore in capital expenditure for Indian Railways. The allocation focuses on network expansion, modernisation, safety upgrades, and infrastructure creation, reinforcing railways as a key driver of economic growth and logistics efficiency.
3. Seven High-Speed Rail Corridors Planned Under Railway Budget
Under the Railway Budget 2026, the government announced plans for seven high-speed rail corridors. These corridors aim to reduce travel time, improve regional connectivity, and support industrial growth, while also promoting indigenous manufacturing and advanced railway technologies.
4. Bharat-VISTAAR AI Platform Announced for Farmers
The Union Budget 2026–27 announced Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual AI-based advisory platform for farmers. The initiative aims to enhance crop productivity, reduce risks, and provide real-time guidance, strengthening digital agriculture and improving decision-making across India’s diverse farming landscape.
5. Budget Announces Second National Mental Health Institute
Highlighting renewed focus on healthcare, the Union Budget 2026–27 announced the establishment of India’s second National Mental Health Institute along with a major expansion of trauma care services. The move seeks to bridge long-standing gaps in psychiatric care and emergency medical infrastructure.
6. President Opens Amrit Udyan Winter Annual Edition 2026
President Droupadi Murmu attended the opening of the Amrit Udyan Winter Annual Edition 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The gardens will remain open to the public from 3 February to 31 March, promoting cultural heritage and public engagement.
7. Karnataka Governor Reserves Hate Speech Bill for Presidential Assent
Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot reserved the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, for the President’s consideration. Exercising powers under Articles 200, 201, and 254, the Governor cited constitutional and legal concerns, halting the Bill’s immediate enactment.
8. India-EU Free Trade Agreement Boosts India’s Export Competitiveness
The historic India–EU Free Trade Agreement provides India with zero-duty access to European markets. This development significantly enhances India’s export competitiveness, particularly in textiles and manufacturing, while also reshaping regional trade dynamics in South Asia.
9. Devika Sihag Wins Maiden BWF Super 300 Title
Young Indian shuttler Devika Sihag clinched her first BWF Super 300 title at the Thailand Masters in Bangkok. The victory marks a major breakthrough for the 20-year-old from Haryana and highlights India’s strengthening pipeline of young badminton talent.
10. Carlos Alcaraz Wins Australian Open, Completes Career Grand Slam
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz won the Australian Open men’s singles title, defeating Novak Djokovic at Rod Laver Arena. With this win, the 22-year-old completed a career Grand Slam, symbolising a generational shift in men’s tennis and ending Djokovic’s bid for a 25th major title.