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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
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1241. PM Flags Off Northeast’s first Vande Bharat Express between Guwahati and New Jalpaiguri
- Prime Minister virtually flagged off the northeast's first Vande Bharat Express from Guwahati to New Jalpaiguri. The Vande Bharat Express will boost tourism, education, trade and employment opportunities in the northeast.
- The semi-high-speed train between Guwahati and New Jalpaiguri will further strengthen connectivity between Assam and West Bengal.
- The Guwahati- New Jalpaiguri Vande Bharat Express will cover the journey in 5 hours 30 minutes, while the current fastest train takes 6 hours 30 minutes to cover the same distance.
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1242. First ropeway in Meghalaya to enhance connectivity and tourism at Shillong
- Meghalaya Chief Minister officially launched the foundation of the Shillong Ropeway Project at Shillong Peak.
- The state’s first-ever passenger ropeway, which is set to cost Rs 175 crore, will offer a breathtaking panoramic view of Shillong City.
- The construction, initially scheduled to begin in November, will connect Lawsohtun to Shillong Peak. The foundation stone for the project was first laid by President Droupadi Murmu on January 16, 2024.
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1243. Bengaluru Railway Station Renamed After Freedom Fighter Sangolli Rayanna
- Bangalore City railway station was officially renamed as Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway Station to honor the 19th-century freedom fighter from Karnataka.
- Rayanna, born on August 15, 1798, led a rebellion against the British East India Company and was hanged on January 26, 1832 for his role in the resistance.
- A bust and plaque were unveiled at the station entrance, with plans to install a tall statue and publish booklets to inspire future generations.
1244. Union Minister Inaugurates Country’s First Tempered Glass Manufacturing Plant In Noida, UP
- Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology inaugurated the country’s first tempered glass manufacturing plant in UP’s Noida On 30 August, 2025.
- The plant is a significant step towards promoting electronics manufacturing in India and strengthening the Make-in-India initiative.
- The Minister said that electronics production in India has increased nearly six fold and now components for mobiles, laptops, and other devices are manufactured in the country itself.
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1245. Sunam Singh railway station to be named after martyr Udham Singh
- On December 16, 2016, the Punjab government officially notified the renaming of Sunam railway station as Sunam Udham Singh Wala, after receiving approval from the Union home ministry on December 8.
- The move honors Shaheed Udham Singh, born in Sunam on December 26, 1899, who assassinated Michael O’Dwyer in London in 1940 to avenge the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. He was executed the same year.
- The renaming, finalized ahead of his 117th birth anniversary, serves as a long-overdue tribute to Udham Singh’s sacrifice, following public interest litigation and years of delays.
1246. Amit Shah inaugurates ₹322-crore projects in Assam, opens Northeast’s 2nd Cyber Forensic Lab
- On 29 August 2025, Union Home Minister A inaugurated the Brahmaputra Wing at Raj Bhavan in Guwahati and laid foundation stones for eight projects worth ₹322 crore, including the Northeast’s second National Cyber Forensic Laboratory (NCFL) at Lachit Borphukan Police Academy.
- The NCFL will serve all eight northeastern states, aiding police in tackling cybercrime, narcotics, smuggling, and border threats. Shah emphasized the Northeast’s transformation from insurgency to peace and development under PM supported by reforms like forensic-based criminal laws replacing colonial-era legislations.
- The Brahmaputra Wing, built at ₹40 crore, adds modern facilities for constitutional and public use. Shah highlighted India’s rising global stature with 27 nations honouring PM . while condemning opposition’s “negative politics” and remarks against Modi’s late mother, calling for an apology.
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1247. India becomes World’s 3rd-Largest Mobile Exporter at $20.5 Billion
- On July 23, 2025, it was reported that India became the world’s 3rd largest mobile phone exporter with $20.5 billion in exports in calendar year 2024, surpassing Vietnam.
- India’s mobile phone exports surged to $20.5 billion in 2024, marking a nearly 40% per year growth from $15.6 billion in FY24. This milestone places India behind only China and Hong Kong, overtaking Vietnam to claim the 3rd global position.
- The growth was driven primarily by Apple, which accounted for around 65% of total exports, with significant contributions from Samsung, Foxconn, Wistron, and Pegatron.
- The phones made in India are now reaching top global markets, including the U.S., UAE, UK, Italy, and the Netherlands.
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1248. पंडित राम प्रसाद बिस्मिल रेलवे स्टेशन, उत्तर प्रदेश - Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil Railway Station, Uttar Pradesh
- A railway station in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has been named Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil Railway Station to honor the revolutionary leader, the exact year of naming is not specified.
- Ram Prasad Bismil was a key figure in India’s freedom struggle, best known for leading the Kakori Conspiracy of 1925. He was executed by the British in 1927 for his revolutionary activities.
- The renaming serves as a tribute to Bismil’s courage and sacrifice, ensuring his legacy as a fearless freedom fighter continues to inspire future generations.
1249. Smartphones emerge as India’s 5th largest export item in FY22
- On 13 June 2023, it was reported that Smartphone exports reached $10.9 billion in 2022, making India the fifth-largest exporter.
- In the fiscal year ending March 2023, India’s smartphone exports doubled to $10.9 billion, rising from $5.4 billion in 2022. Smartphones climbed from ninth to fifth in India’s export rankings.
- Apple contributed half of all smartphone exports, followed by Samsung.
- India’s share in global iPhone production rose from 1% in 2020 to 5% in 2022, with plans to reach 25% by 2025.
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1250. Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi railway station renamed after Rani Lakshmibai
- On December 29, 2021, the Jhansi railway station in Uttar Pradesh was officially renamed Veerangana Laxmibai Railway Station to honor the legendary queen’s role in the 1857 revolt against British rule.
- The renaming, approved by the Central Government, was announced by CM Yogi Adityanath on Twitter, and the Railways began implementing the change following the official notification.
- This tribute celebrates Rani Lakshmibai’s courage and sacrifice, ensuring her legacy remains a symbol of India’s fight for independence.