Current Affairs 13 February 2026

Tamil Brahmi Inscriptions Found in Egypt

A significant archaeological discovery has revealed nearly 30 inscriptions in Tamil Brahmi, Prakrit, and Sanskrit inside tombs at the Valley of the Kings, Egypt. The inscriptions date between the 1st and 3rd centuries C.E. The discovery was made during a 2024–25 study by Charlotte Schmid (French School of Asian Studies) and Ingo Strauch (University of Lausanne). The inscriptions were found across six tombs in the Theban Necropolis.

Key Highlights

• Majority of inscriptions were left by visitors from southern India (ancient Tamilagam).
• The names were carved as graffiti, similar to existing Greek inscriptions.
• The name “Cikai Korran” appears eight times across five tombs.
• Other Tamil names identified: Kopan, Catan, and Kiran.

Andhra Pradesh Budget Session 2026–27

The Andhra Pradesh Budget Session 2026–27 commenced in Amaravati with Governor S. Abdul Nazeer addressing the joint sitting of the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council. The Business Advisory Committee (BAC), chaired by Speaker Chintakayala Ayyanna Patrudu, finalized the session schedule.

Andhra Pradesh Budget 2026–27: Step-by-Step Legislative Process

• Finance Minister: Payyavula Keshav
• Budget Presentation Date: February 14, 2026
• Agriculture Budget: Presented separately by Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu
• Session Duration: February 12 – March 7, 2026
• Motion of Thanks: February 12 & 13
• General Budget Discussion & Voting: February 17 & 18
• Demands for Grants: February 19 – March 2
• Supplementary Demands: March 4
• Appropriation Bill Passage: March 5
• Session Conclusion: March 7

World Radio Day 2026 – 13 February

World Radio Day is observed annually on February 13 to commemorates the establishment of United Nations Radio in 1946. The theme of World Radio Day 2026: “Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a tool, not a voice.”

The first community radio station was inaugurated on 01 February 20204 by former Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani. Ram Singh Bouddh from Uttar Pradesh known as the “Radio Man of India” owning world’s largest collection of 1257 radios.

DigiCOAL – Digital Transformation in Coal Mining

Coal India Limited, showcased its DigiCOAL initiative at the Central Vigilance Commission’s National Workshop on “Digital Initiatives for Increasing Transparency in Governance” in New Delhi.

Key Components of DigiCOAL

• Real-Time HEMM Fleet Monitoring: Sensor-based tracking of heavy earth moving machinery for location, operating hours, fuel consumption; detects anomalies like unusual fuel drops, excessive idle time, route deviations
• Drone-Based Surveillance: Identifies encroachments, monitors haul roads, slopes, drainage systems; strengthens preventive monitoring
• Integrated Digital Platforms: Digital land records, online training, spare management, centralised digital war room

New Delhi Declaration and Bharat 6G Alliance

The New Delhi Declaration was adopted at Bharat 6G Symposium 2025, with international bodies endorsing core principles for future 6G networks, treating 6G as a global public good.

Five Core Principles for 6G Networks

• Trusted and secure
• Resilient and reliable
• Open and interoperable
• Inclusive and affordable
• Sustainable

Nine Signatory Bodies

• Bharat 6G Alliance (India)
• 6G Smart Networks and Services Industry Association (European Union)
• ATIS’ NextG Alliance (North America)
• XG Mobile Promotion Forum (Japan)
• 6G Forum (South Korea)
• 6G Brasil
• 6G Flagship, University of Oulu (Finland)
• UK-India Future Networks Initiative
• UK Federated Telecoms Hubs

Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026

Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the two-day Bharat Bodhan AI Conclave 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on February 12, 2026, launching the Bodhan AI Centre of Excellence.

Key Launch: Bodhan AI Centre of Excellence

• Established at IIT Madras
• Aims to develop Bharat EduAI Stack – open and interoperable architecture to build, integrate, and scale AI-powered learning solutions across India

Four Priority Verticals

• AI for School Education
• AI for Higher Education
• AI for Skilling and Workforce Readiness
• AI Research and Deep Technology

Key Partnerships Announced

• IIT Bombay – Columbia University: MoU to establish Centre of AI for Manufacturing at IIT Bombay
• IIM Lucknow: AI Programme launched
• IIM Jammu – AIT Bangkok: Institutional collaboration
• IIM Ranchi: “Teaching with AI” Initiative

Disclaimer: This article is prepared for competitive exam preparation using publicly available information.