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Current Affairs Today - 7 February 2026

1. Electronics Manufacturing Grows Strongly in 11 Years; India Becomes World’s Second-Largest Mobile Phone Producer

• India’s electronics manufacturing sector has seen sharp expansion over the past 11 years, with production and exports registering multi-fold growth, making India a global hub.
• India is now the world’s second-largest mobile phone manufacturer, a significant shift from being a net importer about a decade ago.
• Electronics exports grew more than eight times in the same period, reflecting strong export momentum.
• Government initiatives like Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) policies have driven this growth by attracting investment, promoting domestic manufacturing and reducing import dependence.
• Over 300 mobile manufacturing units now operate in India, compared with only 2 units in 2014 — showing infrastructure and ecosystem growth.
• Electronics may soon become one of India’s largest export categories.

2. India successfully test-fires Agni-III intermediate-range ballistic missile from Integrated Test Range in Odisha

• India successfully test-fired the Agni-III intermediate-range ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur in Odisha
• Agni-III is a two-stage, solid-fuel ballistic missile with a strike range of over 3,000 km.
• The missile is capable of carrying conventional as well as nuclear warheads, making it an important element of India’s credible minimum deterrence strategy.
• The launch was carried out under the supervision of the Strategic Forces Command, which is responsible for managing India’s strategic missile arsenal.
• The test validated all operational and technical parameters of the Agni-III missile system.
• The missile was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
• Agni-III has been part of India’s strategic forces since 2011 and continues to play a key role in strengthening the country’s strategic deterrence and operational readiness.
• The Agni missile series includes other variants with increasing ranges — Agni-I, Agni-II, Agni-IV, and Agni-V — covering short to intermediate and long-range strike capabilities.

3. Centre Releases Over ₹1,100 Crore to Strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions in MP, Punjab and Telangana

• The Central Government released over ₹1,100 crore as Fifteenth Finance Commission (15th FC) grants to strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and rural local bodies in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Telangana during the financial year 2025–26.
• These untied grants can be used by Panchayati Raj Institutions and rural local bodies for location-specific development priorities under the subjects in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution, except for salaries and establishment costs.
• The release of such grants directly to panchayats ensures decentralised planning and strengthens grassroots democracy by empowering local governance institutions.
• Madhya Pradesh received over ₹652 crore (second instalment), Punjab received about ₹222 crore (first instalment), and Telangana received over ₹256 crore (first instalment).

4. Migratory birds thrive in Kashmir as government strengthens ecological tourism and wetland protection

• The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has strengthened ecological tourism and wetland protection, which has helped migratory birds thrive in Kashmir’s wetlands during winter.
• Every year from November to March, thousands of migratory or “guest” birds travel long distances from places like Siberia, Russia, China, Northern Europe and Central Asia to spend winter in Kashmir’s wetlands such as Hokersar, Hygam, Pampore and Bandipora.
• The migratory bird season in Kashmir usually begins in December and continues for about three months, with around two lakh birds arriving during this period.
• The government and wildlife authorities provide supplementary food and habitat management, and deploy special teams for patrolling and monitoring to ensure favourable conditions in the wetlands.
• Hokersar wetland receives the largest influx of migratory birds among the main resting spots in the valley, serving as a crucial winter stopover.
• Wetlands play a key role in ecological balance by supporting biodiversity, purifying water and sustaining local habitats, making their protection essential for nature and tourism.
• Kashmir’s wetlands, such as Wular Lake and Hokersar, are famous winter destinations for migratory waterfowl and significantly contribute to eco-tourism and environmental conservation efforts.

5. Railway tunnel on Siliguri corridor to strengthen Northeast’s connectivity with rest of country

• The Government of India has proposed an underground railway tunnel through the Siliguri Corridor (also called Chicken’s Neck), a narrow stretch of land that connects the northeastern states with the rest of the country, to strengthen transportation and connectivity.
• Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed the project, describing the tunnel as a game-changing initiative that will ensure uninterrupted movement of passengers and goods between Northeast India and mainland India.
• The tunnel proposal reflects the Central Government’s commitment to national integration and balanced regional development, and Assam’s CM expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for envisioning this idea.
• The Siliguri Corridor, popularly known as the Chicken’s Neck, is strategically important because it is the only overland route linking the northeastern states with the rest of India and is considered vulnerable to disruptions due to natural disasters, accidents, or other emergencies.
• Officials say the underground railway tunnel will provide a protected, all-weather route that minimizes these vulnerabilities and strengthens resilience in connectivity.
• The project is expected to boost trade, tourism, and industrial growth in the Northeast by ensuring faster and more reliable transportation of goods and raw materials.
• Strengthened connectivity in this region aligns with the Government’s broader vision under initiatives such as Act East Policy and efforts to fully integrate the Northeast into India’s economic and strategic mainstream.

6. PM Modi’s Malaysia visit to mark new phase in bilateral ties

• India and Malaysia share long-standing bonds of friendship based on historical, civilisational and cultural connections, reflecting deep ties that span centuries.
• The Government of India’s Ministry of External Affairs highlighted that the October 2024 elevation of bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership marks a significant milestone in India-Malaysia relations.
• The Indian diaspora in Malaysia is about 2.9 million strong, making it the third largest Indian community in the world outside India, and this community significantly strengthens people-to-people ties.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kuala Lumpur on February 7-8, 2026, for discussions with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to review and deepen cooperation across multiple areas.
• India and Malaysia cooperate in trade, investment, defence, security, digital and financial technology, energy, healthcare, education, culture, tourism and people-to-people ties.
• Malaysia is one of India’s key trading partners in the ASEAN region, with bilateral trade valued at over USD 18 billion in recent years.
• Historical and cultural connections between India and Malaysia include shared civilisations, migrant communities, common festivals and cuisine, and continue to influence modern bilateral relations.
• Cultural cooperation between India and Malaysia includes language, yoga and dance programmes through the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Indian Cultural Centre in Kuala Lumpur.