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Embraer, Mahindra Collaborate to Establish C-390 MRO Facility in IndiaIn February 2026, Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer and India’s Mahindra Group have announced plans to collaborate on establishing a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India for the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft.This facility is subject to the selection of the C-390 aircraft by the Indian Air Force (IAF) under its Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement programme.Key Details:Background: A Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) signed in October 2025 aims to produce the C-390 Millennium in India and strengthen the ‘Make in India’ initiative.Scope: The proposed MRO capability is envisaged to provide end-to-end support, covering base and heavy maintenance, structural inspection and testing, component repair and overhaul, avionics support, as well as training services.Support: The proposed facility will provide comprehensive in-country maintenance and sustainment support for the C-390 fleet to ensure high operational readiness and improved aircraft availability.Aircraft : The C-390 Millennium is a multi-mission military transport aircraft with a payload capacity of up to 26 tons, offering higher speed, greater operational range, and enhanced performance compared to other medium-sized transport aircraft.
Embraer, Mahindra Collaborate to Establish C-390 MRO Facility in IndiaIn February 2026, Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer and India’s Mahindra Group have announced plans to collaborate on establishing a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India for the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft.This facility is subject to the selection of the C-390 aircraft by the Indian Air Force (IAF) under its Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement programme.Key Details:Background: A Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) signed in October 2025 aims to produce the C-390 Millennium in India and strengthen the ‘Make in India’ initiative.Scope: The proposed MRO capability is envisaged to provide end-to-end support, covering base and heavy maintenance, structural inspection and testing, component repair and overhaul, avionics support, as well as training services.Support: The proposed facility will provide comprehensive in-country maintenance and sustainment support for the C-390 fleet to ensure high operational readiness and improved aircraft availability.Aircraft : The C-390 Millennium is a multi-mission military transport aircraft with a payload capacity of up to 26 tons, offering higher speed, greater operational range, and enhanced performance compared to other medium-sized transport aircraft.
Embraer, Mahindra Collaborate to Establish C-390 MRO Facility in IndiaIn February 2026, Brazilian aerospace manufacturer Embraer and India’s Mahindra Group have announced plans to collaborate on establishing a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and...
RBI builds secured data centre in Odisha away from potential enemy strikes, seismic riskIn February 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a highly secure second data centre in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, a step towards enhancing the safety and continuity of its critical financial infrastructure.Key Highlights:Purpose: The greenfield facility in the 18.55-acre campus at Info Valley-II, Khordha, Odisha will store and run the RBI’s main computer systems that manage cash supply, digital payments between banks, and financial data monitoring.Certification: The site has also secured Tier IV design certification, indicating that it meets the highest global standards for reliability, uptime, and operational performance.Primary Data Centre: The RBI’s primary data centre is located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.This data centre hosts core applications, database and software.
RBI builds secured data centre in Odisha away from potential enemy strikes, seismic riskIn February 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a highly secure second data centre in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, a step towards enhancing the safety and continuity of its critical financial infrastructure.Key Highlights:Purpose: The greenfield facility in the 18.55-acre campus at Info Valley-II, Khordha, Odisha will store and run the RBI’s main computer systems that manage cash supply, digital payments between banks, and financial data monitoring.Certification: The site has also secured Tier IV design certification, indicating that it meets the highest global standards for reliability, uptime, and operational performance.Primary Data Centre: The RBI’s primary data centre is located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.This data centre hosts core applications, database and software.
RBI builds secured data centre in Odisha away from potential enemy strikes, seismic riskIn February 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a highly secure second data centre in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, a step towards enhancing the safety and cont...
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NDMA, AcSIR, CSIR-NIScPR Sign MoU to Enhance Cooperation in DMRROn February 21, 2026, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)- National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), under the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaborative efforts in Disaster Management Research & Response (DMRR).Key Details of the MoU:Objective: The agreement seeks to strengthen research, capacity building, policy support, and knowledge sharing to enhance national disaster risk reduction and resilience.Integration: The MoU integrates science, technology, and policy to boost disaster preparedness, promote academic and interdisciplinary research, and enhance public awareness and science communication on disaster risks in India.Role of Entities: Under the MoU, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme will be launched by AcSIR at CSIR-NIScPR with support from NDMA.AcSIR, NDMA, and CISR-NIScPR will carry out joint research, policy studies, and capacity-building programmes in disaster risk reduction.
NDMA, AcSIR, CSIR-NIScPR Sign MoU to Enhance Cooperation in DMRROn February 21, 2026, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)- National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), under the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaborative efforts in Disaster Management Research & Response (DMRR).Key Details of the MoU:Objective: The agreement seeks to strengthen research, capacity building, policy support, and knowledge sharing to enhance national disaster risk reduction and resilience.Integration: The MoU integrates science, technology, and policy to boost disaster preparedness, promote academic and interdisciplinary research, and enhance public awareness and science communication on disaster risks in India.Role of Entities: Under the MoU, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme will be launched by AcSIR at CSIR-NIScPR with support from NDMA.AcSIR, NDMA, and CISR-NIScPR will carry out joint research, policy studies, and capacity-building programmes in disaster risk reduction.
NDMA, AcSIR, CSIR-NIScPR Sign MoU to Enhance Cooperation in DMRROn February 21, 2026, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), and Council of S...
Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launches ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ CampaignOn February 22, 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) Independent Charge (IC) Jayant Chaudhary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), launched a nationwide awareness campaign titled ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ to accelerate India’s digital skilling movement through the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH).The campaign was unveiled on the sidelines of the India Artificial intelligence(AI) Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, Delhi.About ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ Campaign:Aim: The initiative is designed to empower citizens to upskill, reskill, and future‑proof their careers in an era of rapid AI, automation, and digital innovation.Participation Expansion: The initiative aims to expand participation in the SIDH platform, which integrates skilling, employment, and lifelong learning opportunities into one digital hub.Brand Ambassador: Legendary Actor Amitabh Bachchan has been brought on board to promote the SIDH.About SIDH: It is a mobile-first, AI-enabled platform that offers industry-aligned and future-ready courses with personalized recommendations.Features include Aadhaar‑based electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) registration, One Time Password (OTP)‑enabled access, Quick Response (QR)‑code‑enabled digital Curriculum Vitae (CVs), and support in more than 21 Indian languages to ensure inclusive access.
Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launches ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ CampaignOn February 22, 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) Independent Charge (IC) Jayant Chaudhary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), launched a nationwide awareness campaign titled ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ to accelerate India’s digital skilling movement through the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH).The campaign was unveiled on the sidelines of the India Artificial intelligence(AI) Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi, Delhi.About ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ Campaign:Aim: The initiative is designed to empower citizens to upskill, reskill, and future‑proof their careers in an era of rapid AI, automation, and digital innovation.Participation Expansion: The initiative aims to expand participation in the SIDH platform, which integrates skilling, employment, and lifelong learning opportunities into one digital hub.Brand Ambassador: Legendary Actor Amitabh Bachchan has been brought on board to promote the SIDH.About SIDH: It is a mobile-first, AI-enabled platform that offers industry-aligned and future-ready courses with personalized recommendations.Features include Aadhaar‑based electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) registration, One Time Password (OTP)‑enabled access, Quick Response (QR)‑code‑enabled digital Curriculum Vitae (CVs), and support in more than 21 Indian languages to ensure inclusive access.
Union MoS Jayant Chaudhary Launches ‘Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai’ CampaignOn February 22, 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) Independent Charge (IC) Jayant Chaudhary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), launched a nationwid...
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Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Launches Indigenous Td Vaccine in Kasauli, HPIn February 20, 2026, Union Minister Jagat Prakash (J.P) Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW), launched the indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute (CRI) in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh (HP).About Td Vaccine:Overview: The Td vaccine provides protection against two serious bacterial diseases such as Tetanus and Diphtheria. The Td vaccine combines tetanus toxoid and diphtheria toxoid, offering dual protection.Production & Supply: The vaccine is manufactured domestically at CRI, which completed all required developmental studies, obtained necessary licenses and approvals, received clearance from the Central Drugs Laboratory(CDL), and started commercial production.CRI will supply 55 lakh doses by April 2026.Incorporation: The vaccine has been incorporated into India’s Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) and replaces the earlier tetanus-only (TT) vaccine in many cases, aligns with global health recommendations.
Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Launches Indigenous Td Vaccine in Kasauli, HPIn February 20, 2026, Union Minister Jagat Prakash (J.P) Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW), launched the indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute (CRI) in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh (HP).About Td Vaccine:Overview: The Td vaccine provides protection against two serious bacterial diseases such as Tetanus and Diphtheria. The Td vaccine combines tetanus toxoid and diphtheria toxoid, offering dual protection.Production & Supply: The vaccine is manufactured domestically at CRI, which completed all required developmental studies, obtained necessary licenses and approvals, received clearance from the Central Drugs Laboratory(CDL), and started commercial production.CRI will supply 55 lakh doses by April 2026.Incorporation: The vaccine has been incorporated into India’s Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) and replaces the earlier tetanus-only (TT) vaccine in many cases, aligns with global health recommendations.
Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda Launches Indigenous Td Vaccine in Kasauli, HPIn February 20, 2026, Union Minister Jagat Prakash (J.P) Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW), launched the indigenously manufactured Tetanus and Adult Dip...
NIPER Signs MoU with Boehringer Ingelheim India to Enhance Pharmaceutical Education & ResearchOn February 21, 2026, the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Raebareli(Uttar Pradesh, UP), including its Centre of Excellence for Novel Drug Delivery Systems (CoE-NDDS), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boehringer Ingelheim India Private Limited to enhance pharmaceutical education, research collaboration, and innovation.During the event, Cohort 2 of Alliance for Medical Research, Innovation, Translation & Value Acceleration (AMRITVA) was also launched to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem.Key Details:Objective: The MoU will support curriculum enhancement aligned with industry needs, along with guest lectures, expert interactions, and short-term training programmes and workshops to enhance practical learning and industry exposure for students.About AMRITVA Cohort 2:Research Commercialization: Five innovators have been selected under Cohort 2 for grant support to help commercialize their research. It includes three faculty-led projects and two research scholar-led projects.Implementation: AMRITVA is implemented by the Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur (UP), in partnership with NIPER, Raebareli.
NIPER Signs MoU with Boehringer Ingelheim India to Enhance Pharmaceutical Education & ResearchOn February 21, 2026, the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Raebareli(Uttar Pradesh, UP), including its Centre of Excellence for Novel Drug Delivery Systems (CoE-NDDS), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Boehringer Ingelheim India Private Limited to enhance pharmaceutical education, research collaboration, and innovation.During the event, Cohort 2 of Alliance for Medical Research, Innovation, Translation & Value Acceleration (AMRITVA) was also launched to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem.Key Details:Objective: The MoU will support curriculum enhancement aligned with industry needs, along with guest lectures, expert interactions, and short-term training programmes and workshops to enhance practical learning and industry exposure for students.About AMRITVA Cohort 2:Research Commercialization: Five innovators have been selected under Cohort 2 for grant support to help commercialize their research. It includes three faculty-led projects and two research scholar-led projects.Implementation: AMRITVA is implemented by the Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur (UP), in partnership with NIPER, Raebareli.
NIPER Signs MoU with Boehringer Ingelheim India to Enhance Pharmaceutical Education & ResearchOn February 21, 2026, the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Raebareli(Uttar Pradesh, UP), including its Centre of Excelle...
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Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Meerut, UP on February 22, 2026On 22 February 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Meerut, Uttar Pradesh (UP), where he flagged off the Meerut Metro and the 82 kilometre (km) Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor and developmental projects worth approximately Rs 12,930 crore to the Nation.Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor: PM Narendra Modi dedicated the 82 kilometre (km) Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS).The RRTS is designed for 180 kilometres per hour (kmph) with an operational speed of 160 kmph, connecting Delhi with Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut.Four Namo Bharat stations were commissioned as part of the inauguration with Sarai Kale Khan serves as the originating station of the corridor.Meerut Metro:The 21 km Meerut Metro corridor operates between Meerut South and Modipuram across 12 stations. Meerut Metro was India’s fastest metro system, with a maximum operational speed of around 120 kmph.It operates on shared infrastructure with Namo Bharat, creating India’s first integrated intercity and intra-city rapid transit model.
Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Meerut, UP on February 22, 2026On 22 February 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Meerut, Uttar Pradesh (UP), where he flagged off the Meerut Metro and the 82 kilometre (km) Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor and developmental projects worth approximately Rs 12,930 crore to the Nation.Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor: PM Narendra Modi dedicated the 82 kilometre (km) Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS).The RRTS is designed for 180 kilometres per hour (kmph) with an operational speed of 160 kmph, connecting Delhi with Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Modinagar, and Meerut.Four Namo Bharat stations were commissioned as part of the inauguration with Sarai Kale Khan serves as the originating station of the corridor.Meerut Metro:The 21 km Meerut Metro corridor operates between Meerut South and Modipuram across 12 stations. Meerut Metro was India’s fastest metro system, with a maximum operational speed of around 120 kmph.It operates on shared infrastructure with Namo Bharat, creating India’s first integrated intercity and intra-city rapid transit model.
Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Meerut, UP on February 22, 2026On 22 February 2026, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Meerut, Uttar Pradesh (UP), where he flagged off the Meerut Metro and the 82 kilometre (km) Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat...
Waaree Energies to Establish India’s Largest Battery Gigafactory in APOn February 19, 2026, Waaree Energies announced its plan to set up India’s largest integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory at Rambilli in Anakapalli district in Andhra Pradesh(AP), marking a major boost to the country’s energy storage and clean-energy manufacturing ecosystem.About Lithium-ion battery Gigafactory:Budget: The project involves a total planned investment of approximately Rs. 8,175 crore (USD 890 million) and is expected to have a production capacity of around 16 gigawatt-hours (GWh).In-Principle Approval: The project has received in-principle approval from the AP State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB), chaired by Chief Minister (CM) of AP N. Chandrababu Naidu.Facility: The factory will be a greenfield facility covering the full battery manufacturing chain, from lithium-ion cell production to battery packs and large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Waaree Energies to Establish India’s Largest Battery Gigafactory in APOn February 19, 2026, Waaree Energies announced its plan to set up India’s largest integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory at Rambilli in Anakapalli district in Andhra Pradesh(AP), marking a major boost to the country’s energy storage and clean-energy manufacturing ecosystem.About Lithium-ion battery Gigafactory:Budget: The project involves a total planned investment of approximately Rs. 8,175 crore (USD 890 million) and is expected to have a production capacity of around 16 gigawatt-hours (GWh).In-Principle Approval: The project has received in-principle approval from the AP State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB), chaired by Chief Minister (CM) of AP N. Chandrababu Naidu.Facility: The factory will be a greenfield facility covering the full battery manufacturing chain, from lithium-ion cell production to battery packs and large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Waaree Energies to Establish India’s Largest Battery Gigafactory in APOn February 19, 2026, Waaree Energies announced its plan to set up India’s largest integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory at Rambilli in Anakapalli district in Andhra Pradesh(A...
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World Pangolin Day 2026 – February 21World Pangolin Day is observed every year on the third Saturday of February to celebrate pangolins, the scaly anteaters, and raise awareness about their conservation.In 2026, World Pangolin Day falls on 21st February 2026 marking the observance of the 15th World Pangolin Day.Background:Inception: The first-ever World Pangolin Day was celebrated in February 2012 and has since earned global recognition from animal welfare organizations and wildlife enthusiasts.Report 2025: The 2025 report Conservation Status, Trade and Enforcement Efforts for Pangolins revealed that over half a million pangolins, around 530,978 individuals, were involved in 2,222 illegal trade seizures from 2016 to 2024.
World Pangolin Day 2026 – February 21World Pangolin Day is observed every year on the third Saturday of February to celebrate pangolins, the scaly anteaters, and raise awareness about their conservation.In 2026, World Pangolin Day falls on 21st February 2026 marking the observance of the 15th World Pangolin Day.Background:Inception: The first-ever World Pangolin Day was celebrated in February 2012 and has since earned global recognition from animal welfare organizations and wildlife enthusiasts.Report 2025: The 2025 report Conservation Status, Trade and Enforcement Efforts for Pangolins revealed that over half a million pangolins, around 530,978 individuals, were involved in 2,222 illegal trade seizures from 2016 to 2024.
World Pangolin Day 2026 – February 21World Pangolin Day is observed every year on the third Saturday of February to celebrate pangolins, the scaly anteaters, and raise awareness about their conservation.In 2026, World Pangolin Day falls on 21st Febru...
International Mother Language Day 2026 – February 21 The United Nations (UN’s) International Mother Language Day (IMLD) is annually observed across the globe on 21 February to promote linguistic diversity, preserve cultural heritage, and encourage multilingual education, highlighting the role of mother tongues in cultural identity, inclusion, peace, and sustainable development.21 February 2026, marks the 27th observance of the IMLD.2026 Theme: “Youth voices on multilingual education”Background: Proclamation: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declared 21 February as International Mother Language Day (IMLD) on 17 November 1999.Observance: The first International Mother Language Day (IMLD) was observed on 21 February 2000.Recognition: The UN General Assembly (UNGA) formally recognised the observance through Resolution 56/262 in 2002.
International Mother Language Day 2026 – February 21 The United Nations (UN’s) International Mother Language Day (IMLD) is annually observed across the globe on 21 February to promote linguistic diversity, preserve cultural heritage, and encourage multilingual education, highlighting the role of mother tongues in cultural identity, inclusion, peace, and sustainable development.21 February 2026, marks the 27th observance of the IMLD.2026 Theme: “Youth voices on multilingual education”Background: Proclamation: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declared 21 February as International Mother Language Day (IMLD) on 17 November 1999.Observance: The first International Mother Language Day (IMLD) was observed on 21 February 2000.Recognition: The UN General Assembly (UNGA) formally recognised the observance through Resolution 56/262 in 2002.
International Mother Language Day 2026 – February 21 The United Nations (UN’s) International Mother Language Day (IMLD) is annually observed across the globe on 21 February to promote linguistic diversity, preserve cultural heritage, and encourage mu...
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