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2551. Kashmir's handicraft and handloom exports stood at Rs 2,567 crore
- On February 23, 2025, officials confirmed Rs 2,567 crore worth of exports in the last two financial years, with expectations to reach Rs 3,000 crore by March 2025 despite global conflicts.
- Key exports include Kani and Sozni shawls (Rs 1,105 crore), hand-knotted carpets (Rs 728 crore), and other crafts like papier-mâché, crewel, and wood carving. A 10% subsidy scheme supports eligible exporters.
- The government is focusing on QR coding, modern looms, and artisan welfare, with 17,182 female artisans trained and Rs 36.27 crore disbursed in stipends over four years.
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2552. India's First Biopolymer Manufacturing Plant To Be Set Up In Uttar Pradesh With An Investment Of Rs 2,850 Crore
- On 22 February 2025, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath laid the foundation for India's first biopolymer manufacturing unit in Kumbhi, Lakhimpur Kheri, which will produce eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics, with an investment of Rs 2,850 crore.
- The plant, owned by BalrampurChini Mills Ltd (BCML), will contribute to India's net zero emissions target, support the 'Make in India' initiative, and reduce environmental pollution by producing biodegradable items like cups, plates, and straws from Polylactic Acid (PLA).
- The facility, set to begin operations by December 2026, will focus on converting sugar into PLA. Technological advancements are expected to make the process more cost-effective, with an initial production capacity of 80,000 tonnes.
2553. RailTel Secures Rs 288 Crore Kavach Tender for East Central Railway
- RailTel Corporation has been awarded the Kavach tender for 71 stations in the Danapur and Sonpur divisions of East Central Railway, valued at Rs 288 crore, to enhance railway safety and operational efficiency.
- Kavach is an indigenous Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) developed by Indian Railways, designed to prevent accidents by providing real-time alerts and automatic braking in case of signal violations or overspeeding.
- RailTel's successful tender aligns with its goal to modernize Indian Railways using advanced technology, improving safety and the overall passenger experience.
2554. ISRO’s Mars Lander Mission Approved: India Aims To Land On The Red Planet
- The Space Commission has approved India’s Mars Lander Mission (MLM), also called Mangalyaan-2, with final approval pending from the Union Cabinet. This mission aims to land a spacecraft on Mars, making India the fourth country to do so.
- Following the success of the Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), ISRO plans to deploy a lander and rover for deeper study of Mars' surface and atmosphere, advancing India’s planetary exploration capabilities.
- The MLM is part of India’s broader space plans, which include an Indian Space Station by 2035, sending an astronaut to the Moon by 2040, future Chandrayaan missions, and other interplanetary explorations like Venus and UV astronomy with Canada.
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2555. Assam: Infosys Sets Up 230-Member Project Development Centre in Guwahati
- On February 22, 2025, Infosys established a 230-member Project Development Centre in Guwahati, marking a key step in Assam’s IT growth and innovation sector.
- CM welcomed Infosys, emphasizing job creation, digital infrastructure, and startup incubation, positioning Assam as an emerging technology hub.
- The initiative is expected to attract major tech firms, boost digital innovation, and expand employment opportunities, strengthening Assam’s IT ecosystem.
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2556. Reliance Consumer Products sets up new Campa bottling plant in Guwahati
- On February 22, 2025, Reliance Consumer Products Ltd (RCPL), in collaboration with Jericho Foods, inaugurated a 6 lakh sq. ft. Campa bottling plant in Guwahati, producing 10+ crore liters of soft drinks and 18 crore liters of packaged water annually. It is also being that it will provide employment to 1,300 youth of the state.
- CM inaugurated the facility, marking Assam’s industrial growth, while RCPL COO Ketan Mody and Jericho Foods Founder Ashis Agarwal emphasized job creation and regional economic expansion.
- The plant will produce Campa Cola, Campa Orange, Campa Lemon, Power Up, and Independence & Sure Water brands, catering to Assam, Northeast India, and North Bengal.
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2557. Tripura: Agartala’s Haora Riverfront Gets ₹100 Cr Makeover
- On February 21, 2025, Agartala’s Haora Riverfront redevelopment project, worth ₹100 crore, nears completion, transforming a 2-km stretch with modern infrastructure and public spaces.
- The 16.94-acre project includes walkways, cycle paths, a crematorium, Dashami Ghat, sports facilities, and food stalls, while reinforced embankments prevent flooding and control waste disposal.
- CEO Dr. Shailesh (Agartala Smart City Ltd.) emphasized sustainability efforts, including a sewage treatment plant and improved waste management, making the riverfront a vibrant public space.
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2558. Rs 40,000 Crore Investment Wave: Assam's Industrial Renaissance
- On February 22, 2025, Assam Chief Minister announced that Assam has received ₹40,000 crore in investment proposals in the past three-and-a-half years, significantly boosting industrial growth.
- He inaugurated Reliance Consumer Products Ltd’s Campa Cola bottling plant, covering 6 lakh sq. ft., with an annual 28 crore litre production capacity, creating 300 direct and 1,000 indirect jobs.
- As Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit approaches, industry leaders Ketan Mody (RCPL) and Ashis Agarwal (Jericho Foods) anticipate further private investment, driving regional economic growth.
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2559. Lengpui airport to be upgraded under Krishi Udan Scheme: Union min
- On February 20, 2025, Union Minister announced that Lengpui Airport in Mizoram will be upgraded under the Krishi Udan Scheme to facilitate air transport of agricultural produce.
- The minister emphasized Northeast India’s potential in organic farming and stressed value addition and entrepreneurship to boost farmers' income and economic growth.
- Highlighting infrastructure and workforce development, she reaffirmed the government’s focus on “Viksit Bharat 2047”, calling for Mizoram’s participation in nationwide progress.
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2560. Arunachal Frontier Highway "Game Changer", Rs 42,000 Crore to Be Invested
- On February 20, 2025, Union Minister announced the Arunachal Frontier Highway (NH-913), a 1,400 km road project along the India-China border, with an investment of ₹42,000 crore, the largest allocation ever for a single project.
- The highway will connect 12 border districts, linking Bomdila, Tawang, Upper Subansiri, Upper Siang, Mechuka, Tuting, Dibang Valley, Kibithoo, and Vijaynagar, and will include an 800-km greenfield section, tunnels, and bridges for better connectivity.
- Minister urged locals to avoid inflating compensation claims, warning that such issues could delay the project, similar to setbacks faced by the East-West Industrial Corridor due to land and clearance problems.
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