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131. Indian Navy launches first cadet training ship
- On 13 February 2026, the Indian Navy launched its first Cadet Training Ship, Yard 18003 Krishna, at L&T’s Kattupalli Shipyard in Chennai, marking a milestone in naval training infrastructure.
- The ship, launched in the presence of Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, was indigenously designed and built by L&T, strengthening India’s domestic shipbuilding and naval training capability.
- The vessel will be delivered by end-2026 for sea-training officer cadets and hosting foreign trainees; two more ships are under construction, boosting long-term naval training and defence cooperation.
132. Indian Army advances core AI technologies for operational efficiency
- On 17 February 2026, the Indian Army showcased indigenous AI-based defence technologies at the India AI Summit 2026 in New Delhi to improve operational efficiency and modernization.
- The Indian Army, led by officials like Major General V.T.S. Varaich, is adopting AI through collaborations with Indian industry and academia, building data-centric systems to support soldiers and commanders in real-time operations.
- AI solutions include dual-use technologies for defence and civilian sectors, integrated networks, cybersecurity, and quantum-communication plans, aiming for self-reliance, multi-domain readiness, disaster resilience, and improved decision-making capability.
133. PRIVATE PUSH FOR TOURISM IN TN
- On 15 February 2026, Tamil Nadu promoted tourism projects across the state by signing 127 MoUs worth ₹22,700 crore for resorts, adventure parks, heritage hotels, and ropeways
- The Tamil Nadu Government, through PPP partnerships with private investors and agencies like SIPCOT, TTDC, and TNIDB, is developing tourism infrastructure with shared-risk investment models.
- Projects include eco-camping sites and heritage-hotel conversions; tourist arrivals rose from 28.7 crore (2023) to 30.8 crore (2024), aiming to create jobs and boost sustainable tourism revenue.
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134. Vayona Energy Bags First India Order with 64.8 MW Wind Turbine Deal from Oyster Renewable
- On 16 February 2026, Vayona Energy secured its first India order from Oyster Renewable Energy to supply 64.8 MW wind turbines for a project in Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh.
- Vayona Energy will supply 18 SG 3.6-145 wind turbines and provide long-term operations and maintenance services, marking its India market entry after acquiring Siemens Gamesa’s onshore wind business.
- The project expands Oyster Renewable’s footprint in southern India, supports clean-energy growth, and aligns with Make-in-India goals as components will be manufactured at Vayona’s Mamandur facility near Chennai.
135. Union Home Min Shri Amit Shah inaugurates the country’s First Central Bank Digital Currency-based Public Distribution System
- On 15 February 2026, India launched its first Central Bank Digital Currency-based Public Distribution System in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, starting a pilot for digital food-subsidy delivery.
- Union Home Minister, with Gujarat Chief Minister and RBI-linked systems, introduced the CBDC-based ration scheme using digital tokens and e-Rupee wallets to ensure transparent subsidy transfers
- The pilot aims to eliminate corruption, reduce middlemen, and expand nationwide in 3-4 years, using automated ‘Annapurti’ grain machines and Digital India integration for efficient food-distribution management.
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136. ₹1.50 lakh crore infrastructure push: Urban development, transport, rail
- On 15 February 2026, the Union Cabinet approved infrastructure projects worth about ₹1.5 lakh crore across India, focusing on urban transformation, transport connectivity, rail expansion, and startup support.
- The Cabinet, led by the Prime Minister of India, launched a ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund, providing up to 25% project funding while requiring states and cities to raise market funds via PPPs and municipal bonds.
- The initiative aims to cut travel time and logistics costs, crowd-in private capital, and unlock about ₹4 lakh crore total urban investment over five years to modernise infrastructure and boost economic growth.
137. AMD, TCS partner to build AI data centers in India
- On 16 February 2026, chipmaker AMD and Tata Consultancy Services announced a partnership in India to build next-generation AI data-center infrastructure using the Helios architecture.
- AMD will provide full-stack AI compute platforms, while TCS will design and deploy data-center engineering through its HyperVault subsidiary, targeting enterprise and sovereign AI solutions across India.
- The Helios blueprint may support up to 200 MW capacity, powered by AMD Instinct GPUs and EPYC CPUs, aligning with India’s ₹10,000-crore IndiaAI Mission to expand domestic AI computing infrastructure.
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138. Anthropic opens Bengaluru office as India becomes its second-largest market
- On 16 February 2026, AI company Anthropic opened its first India office in Bengaluru, as India became its second-largest market for the Claude AI assistant.
- Anthropic, backed by Google and Amazon, expanded into India by launching partnerships across enterprise, education, and agriculture sectors, hiring local talent and building regional teams to promote responsible AI adoption.
- The Bengaluru office is Anthropic’s second Asia-Pacific base after Tokyo, reflecting strong AI demand, India’s huge developer base, and growing competition among global AI firms like OpenAI and Google.
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139. From OpenAI to Google, India hosts global AI summit
- From 16–20 February 2026, India hosted the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, bringing global AI leaders together to discuss artificial intelligence development and governance.
- The summit, supported by the Government of India, included CEOs from OpenAI, Google, and other tech giants, plus world leaders like the Prime Minister of India and the President of France, through panels, exhibitions, and policy discussions.
- Over 250,000 visitors and 300+ exhibitors attended at Bharat Mandapam, aiming to position India as an AI hub, boost investment, and represent developing nations’ interests in global AI governance.
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140. Lokesh Machines Wins 1,013 ASMI SMG Contract from Assam Rifles
- In February 2026, Assam Rifles placed an order in India for 1,013 indigenous ASMI submachine guns from Hyderabad-based Lokesh Machines to upgrade frontline small-arms capability
- Assam Rifles selected Lokesh Machines as the lowest bidder after techno-commercial evaluation, with the company supplying indigenously designed, developed, and manufactured weapons to support self-reliant defence production.
- The order marks Lokesh Machines’ second ASMI deal after a 2024 Army contract, boosting private-sector defence manufacturing and strengthening India’s push for Atmanirbhar Bharat in small-arms production.