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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
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1931. India’s defence exports surge to record high of Rs 23,622 crore in FY25; 34-fold increase from 2013-14
- On 14 may, 2025. It was reported that, The Ministry of Defence (MoD) posted on X (formerly Twitter),On 13 May 2025. “India exports to around 80 countries aiming for ₹50,000 crore in exports by 2029, strengthening its global defence manufacturing footprint.” Compared to a revenue of Rs 686 crore in FY 2013-14, the FY 2024-25 number of Rs 23,622 crore is a 34 times increase
- In FY 2024-25, private sector contributions amounted to Rs 15,233 crore, whilst DPSUs generated Rs 8,389 crore in exports. These figures show an improvement from FY 2023-24, when private sector exports stood at Rs 15,209 crore and DPSU exports at Rs 5,874 crore.
- The department issued 1,762 Export Authorisations in FY 2024-25, showing an increase from 1,507 in the previous year, marking a 16.92% rise. Additionally, the number of defence exporters increased by 17.4% during this period.
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1932. C-DOT and Synergy Quantum Partner to Develop Quantum Key Distribution for Drones
- In a major step towards self-reliance in advanced telecom security, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has signed an MoU with Synergy Quantum India on May 12, 2025, to jointly develop Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technologies optimized for drone-based systems.
- This marks India's entry into drone-based QKD development, enhancing quantum-secure communication capabilities.
- The collaboration leverages public R&D and private innovation to advance secure systems for defence, emergency services, and government infrastructure, aligning with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
1933. Goa Tourism’s Strategic Outreach Fuels 10.5% Surge in Q1 2025 Tourist Arrivals*
- On 13 may 2025, It was reported that, Goa Tourism had reported a robust 10.5% year-on-year growth in tourist arrivals for Q1 2025, registering 28,51,554 visitors, up from 25,80,155 in Q1 2024.
- Goa Tourism has made strong inroads into new markets through targeted campaigns and physical presence at key events — including WTM London, ITB Asia (Singapore), the Tashkent International Tourism Fair, and the recent Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 in Dubai.
- With product diversification at its core, Goa continues to reposition itself with offerings such as the Ekadasha Teertha spiritual circuit, wellness and Ayurveda retreats, hinterland adventures, and regenerative village experiences.
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1934. Initial India-Australia agricultural trade data shows that FTA has helped farmers
- On 13 May 2025 , While reciprocal tariffs announced by the US have upended the global trade, it is to the credit of the Government of India that it has been able to finalise the free trade agreement with the UK in just about four years of negotiations.
- India is currently negotiating FTAs, with the European Union, Peru, Sri Lanka and Oman. India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) is also under negotiation. Existing FTAs like India-South Korea Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA).
- The bilateral trade between India and Australia has more than doubled, increasing from $12.2 billion in 2020-21 to $24.1 billion in 2023-24. In 2023-24 India's goods exports were worth $7.94 billion and imports were $16.15 billion.
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1935. India’s Longest Rail Flyover Girder Launched at Kalambol in Navi Mumbai
- On 13 May, 2025 it was reported that, In a major boost to India’s freight infrastructure, the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has successfully launched a record-setting Open Web Steel Girder measuring 110.5 meters in length and weighing approximately 1,500 tonnes.
- The monumental structure now holds the distinction of being the longest Rail Flyover (RFO) girder ever constructed by DFCCIL, marking a landmark achievement in the corporation’s engineering journey.
- It reflects the broader vision of strengthening India’s economic foundation through world-class infrastructure development.
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1936. India’s Solar Capacity Surges Past 107.9 GW, Driving Renewable Growth
- On 13 May 2025 , India has made significant progress in the renewable energy sector, particularly in solar power. As of the end of April 2025, the country had installed a total of 107,945.6 MW of solar photovoltaic capacity.
- The accounts for more than 61.44 percent of India’s total renewable energy capacity, excluding large hydroelectric power. This growth highlights the impact of falling solar panel prices, better technology, strong government support, and increased awareness about clean energy among the public.
- The month of April 2025, India installed 2.299 GW of solar power, which was a 2.18 percent increase from March 2025. During the financial year 2024–25, India added 23,832.89 MW of new solar capacity. This amount alone made up about 83 percent of the total renewable energy capacity added during the same time.
1937. ASTRA TT Signs Strategic MOU with India's BIS to Accelerate Green Charging Infrastructure Across the Nation
- On 11 May,2025. It was reported that, ASTRA TT, a global leader in smart, eco-friendly charging technologies, has officially entered a strategic partnership with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to promote the deployment of certified shared charging infrastructure throughout India. This landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is set to align with India's 2030 Green Development Goals and marks a major milestone in public-private collaboration for sustainable energy transformation.
- Under the MOU, ASTRA TT and BIS will collaborate on the deployment of certified charging stations in over 50 Indian cities by the end of the year, while co-developing national guidelines for shared power infrastructure to support India's Smart Cities Mission and green mobility ambitions.
- "The partnership allows us to support BIS in shaping a new generation of clean energy access points that will benefit both urban and emerging markets."
1938. India exports 4.24 lakh tonnes of sugar by April in current season: Aista
- India exported 4.24 lakh tonnes of sugar till April of the ongoing 2024-25 marketing year with maximum shipments of 92,758 tonnes to Somalia, trade body AISTA said on 12 May 2025.
- According to the All India Sugar Trade Association (AISTA), mills have exported a total of 4,24,089 tonnes of sugar till April 30 of the current marketing year.
- Of the total exports undertaken so far, maximum shipments have been to Somalia at 92,758 tonnes, followed by Afghanistan at 66,927 tonnes, Sri Lanka at 60,357 tonnes, and Djibouti at 47,100 tonnes.
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1939. Andhra's Havelock Bridge set for Rs 46 crore transformation
- On 12 May 2025, The Central government has sanctioned Rs 46 crore under the Akhanda Godavari project to develop the historic Havelock Bridge in Rajamahendravaram into a major tourism destination .
- As part of the project, authorities will also redevelop Pushkar Ghat. The funding falls under the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investments (SASCI).
- The project is a game changer for the Godavari region,” he said. The Havelock Bridge, built on 56 pillars and spanning 2.9 km across the Godavari River, served as a vital railway link for over a century before its decommissioning in 1997.
1940. Indian pharma industry showed ‘impressive’ growth in April
- On 11 may, 2025 It was Reported that, The Indian Pharmaceutical Market continued its upward momentum in April 2025, registering a strong 7.8 per cent year-on-year growth with total sales reaching Rs 19,711 crore, according to a report by Pharmatrack.
- The monthly performance added an impressive Rs 1,424 crore in incremental sales, underscoring the sector’s sustained resilience and demand, the report added. According to the report, the sales growth was primarily driven by price-led expansion, followed by the impact of new product introductions (NIS).
- On a Moving Annual Total (MAT) basis, the report added that the industry surged to Rs 2,27,361 Crore, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 8.3 per cent and a healthy 10.3 per cent Compound annual growth rate (CAGR), highlighting the sector’s resilience and longterm growth potential. T
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