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1391. Pune-based Astrophel Aerospace inks MoU with IN-SPACe for reusable rocket development
- On August, 18 2025, Pune-based space tech startup Astrophel Aerospace signed a MoU with IN-SPACe to collaborate on reusable launch vehicle technology and cryogenic propulsion systems in India, gaining access to ISRO facilities for subsystem testing, technical reviews, and certification of propulsion components.
- The collaboration aims to enable flexible, affordable launch access across India. Astrophel plans to leverage ISRO expertise for design validation and test campaigns, building on its semi-cryogenic rocket engine milestone achieved independently at a record-low cost of ₹6 lakh.
- Astrophel is preparing for its first suborbital launch and developing a reusable hopper prototype under its Astra launch vehicle programme in 24–36 months. The startup raised ₹6.84 crore in seed funding, with $5 million more underway, targeting applications in space, defence, and energy, emphasizing modular, reusable, and indigenous propulsion systems.
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1392. Soil Health Cards distributed; Govt releases Rs1,706 cr for scheme
- On 17 August 2025, it was reported that, More than 25 crore Soil Health Cards have been distributed to farmers (till July) to promote the balanced use of fertilisers and support better soil management across the country, according to the latest government data.
- By February 2025, a total of Rs 1,706.18 crore has been provided to states and Union Territories to support the Soil Health Card scheme.
- The scheme helps farmers understand what their soil needs through regular testing and provides guidance every 2 years. Each card gives farmers a clear picture of the nutrient status of their land.
1393. Govt signs MoU with apparel giants to drive textile growth
- On August,17 2025, It was reported that, CM of Madhya Pradesh on 14 August ,2025 held a roundtable with international sourcing heads of leading apparel brands, sealing an MoU with the Brand & Sourcing Leaders' Association (BSL) to boost investment in the state's textile sector.
- Addressing the gathering at CM House here, he said the state had put PM Five 'F' Vision - Farm to Fibre, Fibre to Factory, Factory to Fashion, and Fashion to Foreign - into practice, and was on course to become a global hub for apparel and textiles.
- The textile and garment sector is empowering farmers, women, youth, and the underprivileged," Minister said. Even before the groundbreaking, letters of intent for investments worth over Rs 16,000 crore have been received. "So far, the state has attracted investments of more than Rs 3,513 crore in the textile sector
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1394. Samsung steps up ‘Make in India’ game, begins laptop manufacturing at Noida unit
- On 17 August,205 It was reported that, Samsung has expanded its manufacturing portfolio. It has started manufacturing laptops in India at its Greater Noida factory. It has plans to start manufacturing more devices in the country
- The South Korean electronics major already makes feature phones, smartphones, wearables, and tablets at its Greater Noida plant. Now, laptops have been added to that list
- While Samsung holds the second spot in India’s smartphone market by both volume and value, it has yet to carve a strong foothold in laptops. In tablets, it ranks second with a 27% market share, as per CyberMedia Research.
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1395. India’s Electronics Production Reaches $133 Billion In A Decade, Exports Surge
- On 16 August 2025, According to Commerce Minister, In a major fillip to the 'Make in India’ initiative, India’s electronics production has surged from $31 billion to $133 billion in a decade beginning 2014-15,the minister informed via an X post.
- One of the greatest journeys has been the transformation from a mobile importer to becoming the world's second-largest mobile phone manufacturer. we have moved from having 2 mobile manufacturing units in 2014 to over 300 today,” Minister of added.
- According to latest data compiled by the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), electronics exports reached $12.4 billion in Q1 FY26, up from $8.43 billion in the same period last year.
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1396. Delhi's highway projects inaugurated by PM will help emerging micro-markets: Developers
- On 17 August,2025 Prime Minister of India Inaugurated two major National Highway projects in the national capital-the Delhi section of the Dwarka Motorway and the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II).
- The projects worth a combined cost of nearly Rs 11,000 crore First, 10.1 km long Delhi section of Dwarka Motorway has been developed at a cost of around Rs 5,360 crore and Road-II (UER-II) along with new links to Bahadurgarh and Sonipat, built at a cost of around Rs 5,580 Crores.
- Both projects have been developed under the Government's comprehensive plan to decongest the capital, with the objective of greatly improving connectivity, cutting travel time, and reducing traffic in Delhi and its surrounding areas.
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1397. NASA-ISRO's $1.3 Billion Satellite NISAR Deploys Its Antenna In Orbit
- On August 16, 2025, The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite successfully deployed its 12 meter wide radar antenna in orbit, an essential step toward enabling its full scale scientific operations.
- NASA and ISRO will begin calibrating the radar systems. Full-scale scientific operations are expected to commence by October 2025 with the satellite poised to deliver critical Earth monitoring data.
- Equipped with both ISRO’s S-band radar and NASA's L-band system, NISAR can detect changes in vegetation, snow, moisture and land dynamics with high precision laying the foundation for enhanced disaster monitoring, environmental tracking and global collaborations.
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1398. PM Viksit Bharat Yojana: Here’s How To Get Rs 15,000 In Your Account — Check Eligibility, Application Process, Benefits & More
- On August 15, 2025, during his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, Prime Minister launched the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY).
- The employment scheme aims to create over 3.5 crore formal jobs in the next two years by offering direct financial incentives to both first-time employees and their employers.
- With a massive budget allocation of Rs 99,446 crore, PM-VBRY is being implemented by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), signaling a major push toward strengthening formal employment and economic inclusion across India.
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1399. ISRO space laboratory inaugurated in remote Arunachal district
- On August 16, 2025, Arunachal Pradesh inaugurated the ISRO Space Laboratory at Government Higher Secondary School in Mechuka, Shi-Yomi district, aiming to enhance space science education through hands-on learning.
- The facility established through a partnership between the ISRO and the Muskaan Foundation, reflecting a joint effort to bring advanced scientific infrastructure to rural and northeastern communities.
- The laboratory is intended to foster curiosity, innovation and scientific thinking among students. It is envisioned as a hub for learning and inspiration, encouraging students from the region to “dream bigger and explore science fearlessly.”
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1400. Tripura Launches 2,000-Building Rooftop Solar Program to Tackle Gas Shortage and Boost Jobs
- On August 16, 2025, Tripura’s Renewable Energy Development Agency launched a program to install solar panels on approximately 2,000 government buildings with a projected generation capacity of about 70 MW of clean electricity.
- The initiative’s first phase is set to add 10.50 MW with tendering nearing completion, builds on the state's growing solar footprint, which has expanded from just 3 MW seven years ago to 26 MW.
- The move responds to declining natural gas supplies that are affecting power plants in Tripura. Alongside reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the program includes training local youth as solar technicians and supervisors to support installation.