Current Affairs · 8 February 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 8 February 2026.
EconomyThe Hindu
India ranks top among founders of US unicorn startups; startup ecosystem fact for economy and innovation
India topped the list of founders of US unicorn startups, a notable startup-ecosystem statistic for February 2026.
Science TechnologyThe Hindu
NASA ends MAVEN mission to Mars; important science and space-tech update for TNPSC
NASA has declared the MAVEN mission to Mars ended, marking a notable space-science development in February 2026.
NationalThe Hindu
PM Modi to launch ₹12,421 crore national highway projects in Surat, Gujarat; infrastructure push in February 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch national highway projects worth ₹12,421 crore in Surat, Gujarat, in February 2026.
EconomyThe Hindu
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU order for TNPSC economy and industry
BHEL secured an international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it a notable PSU and industrial development item.