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PM Narendra Modi Flags Off India's Maiden Hydrogen-Powered Train in Haryana
In a significant leap towards green transportation, India's first-ever hydrogen-run train has been inaugurated on the Jind-Sonipat broad-gauge route of the Northern Railway in Haryana.
The project represents a crucial environment-friendly alternative to diesel-powered trains, contributing to India's target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions in the railway sector.
This specialized hydrogen train was designed and produced domestically at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
For competitive exams, aspirants should note that this launch positions India among a selective group of nations experimenting with clean hydrogen fuel technology for heavy mass transit.
The project represents a crucial environment-friendly alternative to diesel-powered trains, contributing to India's target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions in the railway sector.
This specialized hydrogen train was designed and produced domestically at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
For competitive exams, aspirants should note that this launch positions India among a selective group of nations experimenting with clean hydrogen fuel technology for heavy mass transit.
Key Facts / Static GK
Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Union Minister of Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister of Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Practice Quiz — 18 July 2026
Q1. On which railway section has India's first hydrogen-powered train been launched?
Answer: (A) Jind-Sonipat section — India's first hydrogen-powered train will initially operate on the Jind-Sonipat section of the Northern Railway in Haryana.
Q2. Which state secured the first rank among the 'Large States' category in the newly released NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index?
Answer: (C) Gujarat — Among the Large States category, Gujarat secured the first rank in the NITI Aayog Investment Friendliness Index.
Q3. Who has succeeded Iqbal Singh Lalpura as the new Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities (NCM)?
Answer: (A) Harjit Singh Grewal — Harjit Singh Grewal has been appointed as the Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities, succeeding Iqbal Singh Lalpura whose tenure ended in April 2025.
Q4. GAIL has signed an MoU with which organization to collaborate on sourcing and securing strategic critical minerals?
Answer: (A) Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) — GAIL (India) Limited signed an MoU with Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) to strengthen collaboration in sourcing critical minerals.
Q5. At which location did the Indian Navy receive its 21st MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter from the United States?
Answer: (A) Kochi, Kerala — The 21st MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter was delivered to the Indian Navy at Kochi, Kerala.
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