State Bank of India on Monday launched CHAKRA, a Centre of Excellence (CoE) aimed at strengthening financing for sunrise sectors critical to India’s long-term economic transformation and its goal of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

According to an SBI release, the identified sunrise sectors are expected to attract capital expenditure of around ₹100 lakh crore by 2030.

The CHAKRA Centre will function as a knowledge-led platform to support financing for technology-driven and sustainability-focused industries. The bank said it will enhance its risk assessment capabilities and develop innovative financing structures aligned with evolving business models to channel capital into these capital-intensive sectors.

The Indian Air Force, IAF is showcasing its aerial capability at the Singapore Airshow this year. The Ministry of Defence has informed that the IAF is participating with the Sarang Helicopter Display Team and is flying the indigenously developed Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv at the event.

The airshow, being held at the Changi Exhibition Centre from the 3rd to the 8th of this month, is Asia’s leading biennial aerospace and defence exhibition. Sarang’s precision flying and close-formation manoeuvres highlight the versatility and reliability of the ALH Dhruv. The event features flying displays by four teams and a static display of 37 aircraft.

RITES Limited, a premier Navratna Public Sector Enterprise and a leader in transport infrastructure consultancy, has officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). This strategic alliance is set to overhaul the logistics and locomotive management across SAIL’s extensive network of plants and mines.

Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya today launched MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026, following the success of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue. The nationwide youth-centric initiative, which will commence tomorrow, is aimed at enhancing the understanding of the Union Budget by the Youths of the country, making budgetary provisions more accessible, relatable and citizen-centric. It seeks to connect the Budget with the everyday lives of citizens by engaging youth from colleges, institutions and coaching centers across the country through a structured and participatory framework. Launching the initiative, the Minister said that with MY Bharat Budget Quest, the government focuses to empower young voices.

Dr Mandaviya said that the first round of the competition will be open to the youth registered on the MY Bharat portal till the 17th of this month. After this, top performers from each State and Union Territory will be selected and they will take part in the second essay-writing round from February 17 to March 3rd. In the essay round, youth will be provided with eight topics related to the Union Budget aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat. The Ministry informed that state and Union Territory wise merit lists of the quest will be announced on March 10th. The winners will also get an opportunity to participate in an interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The National Statistics Office (NSO), under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), will conduct a Survey on Migration across the country during July 2026 to June 2027, aimed at generating comprehensive and updated data on migration patterns in India.

According to a written reply shared by Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh in the Rajya Sabha on Monday, the proposed survey will capture detailed information on the extent and nature of migration, including rural–urban and inter-state movement, reasons for migration, return and seasonal migration, and the employment profiles of migrants.

The Ministry said the data generated will help policymakers, planners, researchers and development practitioners design more targeted interventions in key areas such as urban planning, housing, transport infrastructure, employment generation, social security and skill development.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the grant of Miniratna Category-I status to Yantra India Limited (YIL), marking a significant milestone in the company’s transformation into a profit-making defence public sector undertaking.

Congratulating the company, the Defence Minister expressed satisfaction over YIL’s rapid progress since its corporatisation, noting its efforts to increase turnover, enhance indigenisation, and meet key performance benchmarks required for Miniratna status. YIL has achieved this recognition within four years of its formation.

The company has recorded substantial growth in sales, which rose from ₹956.32 crore in the second half of FY 2021-22 to ₹3,108.79 crore in FY 2024-25. Its export performance has also shown a sharp rise, increasing from zero exports in FY 2021-22 (H2) to ₹321.77 crore in FY 2024-25. YIL’s product portfolio includes carbon fibre composites, assemblies for medium and large calibre ammunition, armoured vehicles, artillery guns, main battle tanks, glass composites and aluminium alloys.

India will host the first-ever Global Big Cat Summit this year, bringing together heads of governments and ministers from 95 range countries to deliberate on collective strategies for conservation, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Sunday.

Presenting the Union Budget for 2026-27 in the Lok Sabha, Sitharaman said the summit would mark a significant step in strengthening global cooperation for the protection of big cats.

"This year, India is hosting the first-ever Global Big Cat Summit, where heads of governments and ministers from 95 range countries will deliberate on collective strategies for conservation," she said.

K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM), one of Mumbai's leading private B-schools, has been conferred the "Best Management Institute Supporting Sports Ecosystem & Development" award by the Confederation of Sports and Recreation Industry (CSRI). The recognition highlights KJSIM's sustained contribution to strengthening India's sports education ecosystem through structured academic programmes, industry engagement, and experiential learning.

CSRI is a national body that works closely with the Government of India and leading sports organisations, playing a significant role in fostering partnerships, influencing policy, and expanding the sports and recreation industry across the country. Instituted in its inaugural year, the award was adjudicated by an independent jury, with KJSIM recognised for its consistent and meaningful impact in sports management education and ecosystem development.

Young Indian shuttler Devika Sihag clinched her maiden BWF Super 300 crown after Malaysia’s Goh Jin Wei retired midway through the women’s singles final of the Thailand Masters at Bangkok today.  The 20-year-old from Haryana was leading 21-8, 6-3 when world No. 68 Goh, a two-time former world junior champion, pulled out due to a hamstring injury, handing the Indian the biggest title of her career.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday stated that the renaming of Adampur Airport in the name of Guru Ravidas Maharaj on his 649th Birth Anniversary is a true tribute to his ideals and thoughts.

"Dedication of Adampur Airport by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the name of Guru Ravidas Maharaj is a true tribute to his great thoughts and ideals. This decision, taken on the sacred occasion of Sant Ravidas' birth anniversary, is highly commendable and historic. The message of equality, compassion, and service that Sant Ravidas ji gave through his life continues to provide direction and inspiration to society even today," CM Dhami said in a post on X.

PM Modi visited Adampur airport in Punjab on Sunday and unveiled the new name of the Airport as 'Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji Airport, Adampur.