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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - January 2021

Jan 2021

Jul 11, 2026

Jaipur ranks 6th in 2026 Happy City Index; only Indian city in top 10

Jaipur has been placed 6th in the 2026 Happy City Index, the only Indian city in the global top 10. The index evaluates quality of life, healthcare, governance, community participation, and resident well-being. In Jaipur, residents praise accessible public spaces, cultural life, and active neighbourhood groups that engage with city authorities. City officials say the ranking reflects sustained investment in basic services, water supply, sanitation, and transportation. Experts note that while the city leads in culture and participation, ongoing efforts in air quality and green mobility remain priorities. The report is released annually and informs urban planning debates across India. Local leaders say the ranking will help attract investment and tourism and motivate further improvements.

Jaipur ranked 6th globally in the 2026 Happy City Index; the only Indian city in the top 10.
Index evaluates quality of life, healthcare, governance, community participation, and resident well-being.
Residents praise public spaces, cultural life, and active neighbourhood groups.
Ranking reflects investment in basic services, water supply, sanitation, and transportation.
Local leaders expect the ranking to attract investment and tourism and spur improvements.

Jul 09, 2026

Narmada Project payment pact signed by four states

A pact was signed in New Delhi in July 2026 among Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra to settle a long-pending payment dispute related to the Narmada Project. The agreement aims to resolve financial disagreements over water-sharing and project costs. Uttar Pradesh reportedly did not participate in the pact. The settlement constitutes a major step toward inter-state cooperation on the huge hydroelectric and irrigation project, potentially paving the way for more streamlined funding and implementation. Officials noted the pact could help accelerate ongoing development initiatives linked to dam development and water distribution in participating states.

Signatories: MP, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra
Location: New Delhi
Subject: Narmada Project payment dispute
Date: July 2026
Non-participant: Uttar Pradesh
Impact: potential acceleration of project funding and implementation

Jul 07, 2026

Jalalabad renamed Parashurampuri in Shahjahanpur, UP

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved renaming Jalalabad town in Shahjahanpur district as Parashurampuri in July 2026. The decision, taken under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, follows local resolutions and Centre approvals. Proponents say the name reflects the association with Lord Parashuram, while critics note cultural and administrative considerations. The move is part of a broader trend in several states to rename places in line with history, culture, or religious associations. Local residents and business interests are watching for potential changes in signage, official documents, and public perception as the name change proceeds.

Jalalabad town renamed Parashurampuri
Decision by Uttar Pradesh Cabinet in July 2026
Led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
Follows local resolutions and Centre approvals
Impact on signage and administration anticipated

Jul 05, 2026

Two-day One Health conference begins in Chennai to integrate health security and biosecurity

Two-day national conference and a tabletop exercise on One Health began on 2 July 2026 in Chennai. The event was organised by the Deccan Centre for International Relations in collaboration with the M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation and LEAD at IFMR/KREA University. One Health is a multidisciplinary approach that links human health, animal health and environmental health. It is used to study zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance and environmental surveillance. The National One Health Mission aims to coordinate action across health, veterinary, environment and science sectors. Four sessions addressed Biology and Future Innovations; Governance and International Cooperation; One Health as the foundation of national health and biosecurity; and Biosecurity, Dual-Use Research and Laboratory Networks. A tabletop exercise tested national response planning. Chief Guest was Professor Dr. Ajay Kumar Sood, with other leaders participating.

Event type: two-day conference and tabletop exercise
Location and date: Chennai, 2 July 2026
Organisers: Deccan Centre for International Relations; MS Swaminathan Research Foundation; LEAD at IFMR/KREA University
Theme: One Health linking human, animal and environmental health
Key sessions and outcomes: four thematic sessions and a national response exercise

Jul 04, 2026

PM Modi to Inaugurate Greenfield Refinery and Multiple Projects

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to visit Rajasthan and Gujarat on 4 July 2026. In Rajasthan, he will inaugurate the 9 MMTPA greenfield HPCL Rajasthan Oil Refinery at Pachpadra, Balotra, a project developed with government collaboration and private participation costing about ₹79,450 crore. He will also dedicate the new Jodhpur Airport terminal and launch the Modified UDAN Scheme to boost aviation connectivity. In Balotra, the PM will lay the foundation for a cluster of projects valued at around ₹1.06 lakh crore across petrochemicals, transport, energy, and infrastructure. The day includes the Jaipur Metro Phase 2 foundation stone and multiple road and rail upgrades.

Date: 4 July 2026; locations: Rajasthan and Gujarat.
In Rajasthan: HPCL RajasthanOil Refinery at Pachpadra inaugurated; cost ~₹79,450 crore.
Jodhpur Airport terminal dedicated; Modified UDAN launched.
Balotra projects: foundation for sectors including petrochemicals and energy; total value ~₹1.06 lakh crore.
Jaipur Metro Phase 2 foundation stone; 41 km corridor with 36 stations; NH-125A four-laning.

First India-Made Export-Import Shipping Container Launched

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the first export-import shipping container manufactured in India for global shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk at Dadri, Uttar Pradesh. Maersk also placed an order for 1,000 additional India-manufactured containers with DCM Shriram Group. The event aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. The ten‑thousand crore rupees Container Manufacturing Promotion Scheme (CMPS) framework supports domestic manufacturing. CMPS aims to boost annual capacity tenfold, with capital assistance and technology development to strengthen the domestic supply chain and position India as a global export hub for containers.

First India-made export-import container launched for Maersk at Dadri, UP.
Maersk orders 1,000 additional containers from India.
CMPS framework aims to significantly boost domestic container manufacturing capacity.
Policy links to Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India, and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
Objective: strengthen India’s global container supply chain.

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