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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
| RISING BHARAT | News Count (101854) | |
171. BPCL on strengthening energy transitions signs MoU with Indian Air Force
- On 02 February 2026, BPCL signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Air Force to strengthen energy security by ensuring a resilient and uninterrupted fuel supply to IAF operations.
- The partnership aims to support defence infrastructure and enhance combat readiness by securing dependable fuel logistics for the Air Force.
- Under the MoU, BPCL will deploy mechanisms to maintain an uninterrupted fuel supply chain, supporting sustained air operations and energy resilience.
172. Railways allocate record Rs 11,486 crore for Assam, northeast in 2026–27 budget
- In the 2026–27 Union Budget, the **Indian Railways has allocated a record ₹11,486 crore for Assam and the Northeast region, the highest ever for this eastern frontier in national rail planning.
- The Union Minister of Railways of India announced the historic allocation, underscoring strategic rail expansion, enhanced safety measures, and quicker connectivity through major projects and corridor upgrades.
- Projects worth ₹72,468 crore are underway, including Bhutan–India links and first Vande Bharat Sleeper services; electrification, new tracks, safety systems, and future bullet-train proposals expand regional integration.
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173. Assam Government inaugurates 67 school buildings, lays foundations for 61 more
- On February 2–3, 2026, the Assam Government inaugurated 67 new school buildings and laid foundation stones for 61 more across Assam, with the central event held in Sonapur, Kamrup Metropolitan district to boost educational infrastructure statewide.
- The Chief Minister of Assam and local leaders officiated the events, with celebrations broadcast live; ceremonies also took place in multiple constituencies under various development schemes.
- The drive aligns with broader state plans to strengthen school infrastructure under schemes like NESIDS and RIDF, involving constituency-level inaugurations and foundation laying by ministers and MLAs
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174. UPI transactions hit record high of Rs 28.33 lakh crore in January
- In January 2026, UPI transactions across India reached a record ₹28.33 lakh crore in value and 21.70 billion in volume, rising from ₹27.97 lakh crore recorded in December, as per official data.
- Data released by the National Payments Corporation of India showed that increased adoption of UPI by Indian users drove month-on-month value growth of 21 percent through widespread digital payment usage.
- The average daily UPI transaction volume stood at 700 million, with an average daily value of ₹91,403 crore, while Worldline CEO Ramesh Narasimhan stated that January figures reflected a 28 percent year-on-year growth.
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175. Sitharaman Unveils East Coast Industrial Corridor With 5 Major Tourism Destinations In Northeast
- On February 01, 2026, during the Union Budget 2026–27 presentation in the Lok Sabha, the government had announced a new scheme to develop Buddhist circuits across Purvodaya states in the Northeast to boost tourism and preserve spiritual heritage.
- Finance Minister had proposed preserving Buddhist temples and monasteries, extending the Integrated East Coast Industrial Corridor to the Northeast with Durgapur as a nodal point, and deploying 4,000 e-buses to improve connectivity.
- The Budget had announced five new tourism destinations, the launch of NIMHANS 2.0 in North India, upgrades in Ranchi and Tezpur, duty exemption on 17 cancer drugs, inclusion of seven rare diseases, and a 50% expansion in emergency and trauma care capacity in district hospitals.
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176. UP: 3.57 Lakh Rooftop Solar Systems Installed Under CM Yogi Adityanath Govt
- On January 31, 2026, Uttar Pradesh recorded 3,57,879 rooftop solar system installations under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, increasing the state’s total solar capacity to 1,227.05 MW.
- Under the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, proactive policies and coordination with UPNEDA and electricity distributors enabled widespread rooftop solar adoption through subsidies and efficient implementation.
- The initiative cuts electricity bills 60–90 %, saves ₹1,500–₹3,000 monthly, produces 50 lakh+ units daily, reduces 13–15 lakh t CO₂ annually, and plans digital energy integration for future expansions.
177. Gujarat Becomes India's No. 1 Renewable Energy Contributor With 16.5% Share
- On January 31, 2026, Gujarat became India’s No. 1 renewable energy contributor with 16.5 % share of national capacity, leading in installed renewables as of December 2025.
- Under the Chief Minister of Gujarat, the state expanded clean power through wind, solar, hybrid, and rooftop installations, reaching 42.583 GW cumulative renewable capacity.
- Gujarat also leads in wind capacity, is second in solar capacity, has over 1.1 million rooftop systems, major solar parks, substantial hybrid projects, and aims for 105 GW by 2030.
178. Ludhiana’s 30-year wait ends, PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Halwara airport today Ludhiana’s 30-year wait ends, PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Halwara airport today
- On February 1, 2026, the Prime Minister of India virtually inaugurated the Halwara Airport terminal near Ludhiana, Punjab, ending a nearly 30-year wait for improved aviation connectivity.
- The Prime Minister unveil the facility and concurrently renamed Adampur Airport as Sri Guru Ravidas Ji Airport during his visit. Terminal development was made by the Airport Authority and the state government collaboration.
- The ₹54.67 cr terminal supports Code C aircraft (Airbus A321, Boeing 737), handles ~300 peak-hour passengers, expects Air India flights March 2026, and aims to boost trade, tourism, education, and industry.
179. India’s First Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Advocate Training and Research Centre Inaugurated in Navi Mumbai
- On January 31, 2026, India’s first Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Advocate Training and Research Centre was inaugurated in Taloja, Navi Mumbai to strengthen legal training and research.
- It was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and the former Chief Justice of India, and established by the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa to bridge legal education and practical courtroom skills.
- The event included senior legal officials, praised fast construction, and emphasized preparing lawyers for changing laws and technology-driven legal practice.
180. Mumbai Gets State’s First Occupational Therapy Work Readiness And Rehabilitation Unit At KEM Hospital
- On January 31, 2026, an Occupational Therapy Work Readiness and Rehabilitation Unit was inaugurated at Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, the first such facility in Maharashtra for vocational rehabilitation.
- The unit supports patients recovering from illness, injury, or disability by providing structured therapy, real-world work simulation and vocational training to rebuild skills, confidence, and independence.
- It features advanced work simulation labs (driving simulators, mechanical repair stations, plumbing setups), assessment and conditioning facilities, and offers free services, backed by organisations like Ambashree Foundation and Kilachand Devchand Charity Trust.