- As of 31 Jan 2026, Gujarat leads India’s renewable energy with 42.583 GW (16.5%) capacity. It ranks 1st in Wind (14.82 GW) and Rooftop Solar (6.41 GW), while 2nd in overall solar. The Khavda Hybrid Park in Kutch is the key driver, planned at 37.35 GW. This expansion has created 2.37 lakh jobs and targets 105 GW by 2030.
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- On 31 Jan 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued new rules for Indian Police Service (IPS) officers. It mandates a minimum two-year Central deputation at SP/DIG level before empanelment as IGP. The order applies to 2011 batch onwards, ensuring officers gain central exposure. This move addresses cadre shortages and strengthens national security leadership.
- On 30 January 2026, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), in collaboration with MyGov, launched the nationwide creative campaign ‘SAIL-e-BRATION: Steel Built India, SAIL Built Trust’ to celebrate the “Steel-to-Soul” connection. The initiative invites citizens to showcase creativity through reels, cinematic stories, and digital ads highlighting SAIL’s role in nation-building.
- Indian mountaineer Kabak Yano from Arunachal Pradesh successfully summited Mount Aconcagua in Argentina on 1 February 2026, becoming one of the few Indians to conquer South America’s highest peak at 22,831 feet (6,961 m). This climb is part of her ambitious 7-Summit Expedition to scale the tallest mountains on all seven continents.
- On January 31, 2026, SBI launched CHAKRA, a Centre of Excellence to finance eight sunrise sectors such as semiconductors, green hydrogen, renewable energy, EVs, battery storage, and data centres. The initiative targets a ₹100 trillion capital expenditure by 2030, with a debt opportunity of ₹20–22 trillion in the next five years.
- On 2 February 2026, Matrix Bhutan Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of Matrixport, received In-Principle Approval from Bhutan’s Gelephu Financial Services Office (GFSO). The approval allows Matrixport to build regulated, institution-grade virtual asset services in Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC).
- On 31 January 2026, the Central Bank of India partnered with HSBC Asset Management (India) to distribute HSBC Mutual Fund products through its nationwide branch network. This collaboration aims to provide customers with diversified investment options beyond traditional deposits. With over 4,500 branches, CBI will help HSBC AMC expand its reach into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
- On 2 Feb 2026, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) signed an MoU with Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) in New Delhi. The pact focuses on leasing and maintaining diesel locomotives for SAIL’s plants and mines. It will ensure efficient movement of raw materials and finished steel through SAIL’s internal rail network.
- On 2 Feb 2026, Carlos Alcaraz won the Australian Open Men’s Singles title, marking his first triumph at Melbourne Park. In Women’s Singles, Elena Rybakina clinched the championship, adding another Grand Slam to her career. The victories highlight Alcaraz’s rise as a new tennis superstar and Rybakina’s consistency at the top level.
- World Wetlands Day 2026 was observed globally on 2 February 2026 with the theme “Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge: Celebrating Cultural Heritage.” The day highlighted the deep-rooted connections between wetlands and community traditions, emphasizing their role in biodiversity, climate resilience, and cultural identity.
- On 3 February 2026, the RBI approved the appointment of Vinay Muralidhar Tonse as the new MD & CEO of Yes Bank for a three-year term. A veteran banker with 35+ years at SBI, he succeeds Prashant Kumar, whose extended tenure will conclude in April 2026.
- Paradip Port Authority (Odisha) was named Cleanest Port of the Year at the Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025, organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW). The award was presented in New Delhi on 3 February 2026, recognizing the port’s excellence in cleanliness, sustainability, and community participation.
- At age 90, the Dalai Lama won his first-ever Grammy Award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards (February 1, 2026), taking home the prize for Best Audiobook, Narration, and Storytelling Recording for his spoken-word project Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
Questions:
Q.1 Who won the Men’s Singles title at the Australian Open Tennis Championship 2026?a) Carlos Alcaraz
b) Jannik Sinner
c) Novak Djokovic
d) Daniil Medvedev
Answer: a) Carlos Alcaraz secured his first Australian Open title, marking a major career milestone.
Q.2 Paradip Port Authority received the ‘Cleanest Port of the Year’ award under which awards framework?
a) Maritime India Awards
b) Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025
c) National Logistics Excellence Awards
d) Port Performance Awards
Answer: b) The award was conferred under Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025.
