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Infrastructure
MAHSR Mountain Tunnel MT-6 Breakthrough
The MT-6 tunnel (454m long, 14.4m wide) of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project was completed in Palghar, Maharashtra using the New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM). Announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on February 3, 2026.
Shipping & Trade
Bharat Container Shipping Line (BCSL)
BCSL was established under MoPSW to create an integrated domestic container ecosystem. Containerised cargo accounts for nearly two-thirds of India’s international trade value. MoU partners include SCI, CONCOR, JNPA, VoCPA, Chennai Port Authority, and SMFCL.
Defence
Exercise KHANJAR-XIII: India-Kyrgyzstan
The 13th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan joint exercise commenced on February 4, 2026 at Misamari, Sonitpur district, Assam. It involves the Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) and Kyrgyzstan’s Scorpion Brigade, focusing on urban warfare and counter-terrorism.
Green Energy
India’s First Green Urea Plant
NTPC Green Energy Limited and Assago Industries signed an MoU for India’s first large-scale Green Urea facility at the Pudimadaka Green Hydrogen Hub near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Capacity: 1,000 TPD; total hub capacity: 2.5 MTPA of green chemicals.
Fiscal Policy
16th Finance Commission: Tax Devolution
The 16th Finance Commission retained the states’ share in central taxes at 41% for 2026-31, maintaining continuity from the 15th FC. The report was tabled by FM Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, 2026. The 41% share has been in effect since 2021.
Business & Economy
Walmart Hits USD 1 Trillion Market Cap
Walmart became the first traditional retail company to reach USD 1 trillion market capitalisation on February 3, 2026. Growth driven by AI-enabled supply chains, booming e-commerce, and advertising business expansion. Shares rose ~26% over the past year.
International Trade
US-India Trade Deal & GDP Forecast
Goldman Sachs raised India’s CY26 GDP growth forecast by 20 bps to 6.9% following the US-India trade deal reducing reciprocal tariffs from 25% to 18%. India’s goods trade surplus with the US doubled to ~USD 40 billion, led by electronics, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
Governance & Cooperatives
Bharat Taxi: Cooperative Ride-Hailing
Bharat Taxi is India’s first cooperative-based ride-hailing platform operating on a zero-commission, surge-free model. Launched by Amit Shah, it ensures direct profit distribution to drivers. Registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002, established June 6, 2025.
International Relations
Bhutan Queen Mother Honoured in Assam
Bhutan’s Queen Mother Gyalyum Ashi Dorji Wangmo Wangchuck received the 22nd Upendra Nath Brahma ‘Soldier of Humanity’ Award 2025 at Bodoland University, Kokrajhar. Conferred by Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya, the award recognises her work through the Tarayana Foundation.
Industry & Exhibitions
PLASTINDIA 2026: ‘Bharat Next’ Theme
PLASTINDIA 2026, the 12th International Plastics Exhibition (Feb 5-10), is held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi with the theme ‘Bharat Next’. Features 2,000+ exhibitors from 80+ countries and is the first Zero Waste edition. Industry valued at Rs 3-3.5 lakh crore.
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Which MAHSR tunnel (454m long) was completed in Palghar, Maharashtra?
MT-6
Built using the New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM)
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Where is Exercise KHANJAR-XIII (India-Kyrgyzstan) being held?
Misamari, Assam
Sonitpur district; involves Parachute Regiment & Scorpion Brigade
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Where will India’s first Green Urea plant be located?
Pudimadaka Green Hydrogen Hub
Near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; 1,000 TPD capacity
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What % tax devolution did the 16th Finance Commission recommend for states (2026-31)?
41%
Same as 15th FC; in effect since 2021
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Which retailer became the first to hit USD 1 trillion market cap?
Walmart
Achieved on February 3, 2026; shares rose ~26% in a year
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What is Goldman Sachs’ upgraded CY26 GDP growth forecast for India?
6.9%
Raised by 20 bps after US-India trade deal cut tariffs to 18%
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What pricing model does Bharat Taxi operate on?
Zero-commission, surge-free
India’s first cooperative-based ride-hailing platform
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What is the theme of PLASTINDIA 2026?
Bharat Next
12th edition; first Zero Waste exhibition; 2,000+ exhibitors
Think & Discuss
Can India’s Green Hydrogen Push Transform Its Fertiliser Industry and Energy Landscape?
Context from today’s quiz: India is developing its first large-scale Green Urea plant at the Pudimadaka Green Hydrogen Hub in Andhra Pradesh, with NTPC Green Energy and Assago Industries partnering for 1,000 TPD capacity. Combined with the broader 2.5 MTPA green chemicals hub vision, this represents a major step toward decarbonising one of the most energy-intensive sectors — fertiliser production.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
India is one of the world’s largest consumers and importers of urea, and the fertiliser sector is heavily subsidised. Transitioning to green urea could reduce import dependence, cut carbon emissions, and align with India’s Net Zero 2070 target — but it comes with high upfront costs and technology scaling challenges.
Can green hydrogen-based fertiliser production become commercially viable at scale, or will it remain dependent on government subsidies for the foreseeable future?
Can green hydrogen-based fertiliser production become commercially viable at scale, or will it remain dependent on government subsidies for the foreseeable future?
- How should India balance the cost of green urea production against the current subsidy burden on conventional urea imports?
- What role can public-private partnerships like NGEL-Assago play in accelerating India’s green hydrogen ecosystem beyond fertilisers?
- Could India leverage its green hydrogen ambitions to become a global exporter of green ammonia and green chemicals, and what infrastructure would that require?
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspective in the comments.
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