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2471. Tripura aims to install 50,000 solar plants in 2025 under PM Surya Ghar Yojana
- On March 17, 2025, Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced that the state government has set a target of installing 50,000 solar plants in 2025 under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. So far, 12,800 solar plants have already been installed.
- The initiative aims to reduce electricity costs and increase household income by enabling residential families to generate their own power through rooftop solar installations.
- The government has launched registration camps across the state to promote participation. The plants can be installed on rooftops, yards, and tin roofs. The expected lifespan of the solar plants is 25 years.
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2472. Mizoram to launch healthcare scheme with Rs 5 lakh annual cover
- On March 17, 2025, Mizoram's Health Minister announced that Mizoram will launch the Mizoram Universal Healthcare Scheme (MUHCS) on April 1, providing ₹5 lakh annual coverage per family for cashless medical treatment. The scheme will benefit all residents, including government employees, and aligns with the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY).
- The scheme will cover pre-existing conditions and hospitalization expenses, allowing beneficiaries to access free treatment at government hospitals, primary healthcare centres, and empanelled private or church-run hospitals. Discussions with private hospitals in Aizawl are still ongoing to finalize their participation.
- Contribution-Based Plans: General Plan: ₹2,500/year (general ward treatment) Standard Plan: ₹5,000/year (semi-private ward access) Private Plan: ₹10,000/year (private ward facilities) Government Employees (including contractual/muster-roll staff) will pay monthly premiums between ₹200 and ₹1,500.
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2473. Assam: Centre approves Rs 1019 crore for Majuli-Jorhat bridge construction
- On March 18, 2025, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways approved a Revised Cost Estimate (RCE) of Rs 1019.16 crore for completing the Majuli-Jorhat Bridge over the Brahmaputra River.
- Expected Impact: Boosts Regional Connectivity: Reduces travel time between Majuli and the mainland. Enhances Economic Growth: Facilitates trade and tourism development in the region. Reduces Reliance on Ferries: Alternative transport infrastructure for residents and businesses.
- Future Prospects: Faster completion timelines are expected after this funding approval. Strategic infrastructure investment for Assam’s long-term development.
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2474. Over 200 Investors Secure Land In J&K Post Article 370 Abrogation
- On March 18, 2025, official data revealed that over 200 investors from outside Jammu and Kashmir have secured land in industrial estates to set up business units since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019.
- The Industrial Policy 2016-26 saw 28 investors securing 500+ kanals of land in Samba and Kathua. The amended Industrial Policy 2021-30, introduced after Article 370 revocation, accelerated outside investments, attracting businesses from Delhi, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
- Jammu region (especially Kathua & Samba) remains the top choice for industrial investments. The post-370 industrial reforms have led to a manifold increase in land acquisitions by outside investors. J&K’s economic landscape is shifting towards manufacturing and services.
2475. Over 1250 km road length constructed by BRO along Indo-China border in Ladakh
- On March 18, 2025, a report tabled in both Houses of Parliament revealed that the Border Roads Organization (BRO) has constructed over 1,250 km of roads along the Indo-China border in Ladakh, reinforcing strategic connectivity.
- The Indian Army identified 476 roads (totaling 22,156 km) for construction and improvement under the Long-Term Roll-on Works Plan (LTRoWP). Ladakh-specific projects: Phase-I: 12 roads, totaling 1,099.02 km (11 completed, 1 under construction). Phase-II: 4 roads, totaling 173.38 km (1 completed, 3 under construction).
- Tourism has significantly increased, with travel time reduced from two days to a single day. The roads are not only strategic for defence but also boost the local economy.
- BRO’s continued investment in high-altitude road networks ensures better mobility for troops and civilians. Infrastructure projects will further enhance national security and economic growth in Ladakh.
2476. Datta Power Infra Signs PPA with SJVN for 70-MW Wind Power Project
- On 17 march, 2025, Datta Power Infra Group has inked a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SJVN Limited for a 70-MW Wind Power Project, marking a significant step under SJVN’s WIND-1 initiative aimed at developing 600 MW of ISTS-connected wind power projects across India.
- The agreement highlights India’s progress in expanding its clean energy capacity, contributing to the nation's target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.
- The 70-MW wind project, valued at approximately $84 million, aims to support carbon emission reduction and enhance energy security, further establishing Datta Power Infra Group’s leadership in India’s renewable energy sector.
2477. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates MIST Submarine Cable System, Boosting India's Data Communication Infrastructure
- On 17 march,2025, Maharashtra CM Inaugurates MIST Submarine Cable System, which is being rolled out in phases, is set to greatly enhance India’s data communication infrastructure.
- The advancement is expected to fuel innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology, driving the country’s digital growth to new heights.
- ‘NTT Data – Gateway to the World’ is an initiative in digital transformation and IT services. NTT Corporation and NTT Data, leading Japanese IT service companies, specialise in data management, cloud solutions, AI, and cybersecurity, working on cutting-edge technologies.
2478. Isro chairman V Narayanan launches thermal research centre at IIT-M
- On 17 march,2025, V Narayanan, chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) launched a new fluid and thermal research centre at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) .
- The centre, named ‘Shri S Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research’ is housed at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and will focus on critical advancements in spacecraft and launch vehicle thermal management.
- Scientists and engineers from the Isro will work alongside faculty and researchers from IIT Madras to address complex thermal challenges in space applications. The centre will also focus on encouraging Isro scientists to pursue advanced degrees at IIT Madras while fostering industry-academia collaborations.
2479. From imports to exports: How India is becoming a global toy manufacturing hub
- on 1 march 2025, It was reported that, The Indian toy industry has, in the last decade, experienced a revolutionary change from a net importer to a rising manufacturing giant of the world.
- From 2015-16, India's toy sector consisted of about 15,000 units manufacturing toys worth Rs 1,688 crore with about 35,000 employees. At 2022-23, the reliance on imported inputs had declined from 33% to a lowly 12%, reflecting India's growing self-sufficiency in toy production.
- The Indian government has devised policies to encourage domestic production. These encompass the "Make in India" policy and levying of higher import duties on foreign-made toys, lowering imports' competitiveness and spurring local production.
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2480. Isro develops high-speed microprocessors for space missions
- On 18 march 2025 The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) and the Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh have jointly developed two cutting-edge 32-bit microprocessors, Vikram 3201 and Kalpana 3201, specifically designed for space applications
- The first production lots of these microprocessors were handed over to Dr. V. Narayanan, Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, Isro.
- Vikram 3201 is India's first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor qualified for use in the harsh conditions of launch vehicles.
- 32-bit microprocessor is a type of microprocessor with a data bus, registers, and address bus that are 32 bits wide. This means it can process 32 bits of data at a time, handle memory addresses of up to 4 GB, and execute 32-bit instructions.