Government Schemes and Policy · 9 February 2026

Padhai with AI App Launched to Provide Digital Learning for Competitive Exams

Exam-focused facts from the 9 February 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the Padhai with AI app, an initiative of the Bilaspur district administration.
  • The AI-based digital learning platform is designed for students in Bilaspur district preparing for various competitive examinations.
  • The initiative ensures a fully digital learning system and provides continuous academic counselling to students.
  • The programme is supported by National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) to provide technology-based and quality educational facilities.
  • The Himachal Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s Geotropy India Pvt. Ltd. for geothermal energy exploration.
  • The MoU aims to harness green energy sources to transition Himachal Pradesh into a Green Energy State.
  • The agreement was signed by the Chief Engineer of the Directorate of Energy, D.P. Gupt, and the Chairperson of Iceland-based GEOTROPY ehf, Tomos Otto Hansson.
  • The Ambassador of Iceland to India, Benedikt Hoskuldsson, and Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi were present during the signing of the agreement.