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1501. NTPC Green subsidiary wins 70,000 MT green ammonia order from Solar Energy Corporation
- On August 5, 2025, NTPC REL won an e-reverse auction conducted by the Solar Energy Corporation of India to supply 70,000 metric tonnes per annum of green ammonia to Krishana Phoschem Limited in Madhya Pradesh, at a cost of ₹51.80 per kg.
- SECI’s broader tender totaling 7.24 lakh MT/Year of green ammonia across 13 locations under India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission. NTPC REL will be fully responsible for production, logistics and ensuring clean fuel delivery over a multi-year contract.
- The bid demonstrates growing momentum toward sustainable fuel solutions. Green ammonia is crucial for decarbonizing industries like fertilizer production and power generation, helping align with national climate goals.
1502. Nitin Gadkari unveils 29 National Highway projects worth Rs 5,233 crore in Andhra Pradesh
- On August 3, 2025, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways inaugurated 29 National Highway projects across Andhra Pradesh, covering 272 km of total road length with investment of over ₹5,233 crore.
- The projects are part of the Bharatmala Pariyojana and aim to eliminate accident prone black spots and rail crossings, reduce logistics costs and enhance connectivity in rural and tribal regions.
- The Projects will decongest urban centers like Tirupati, Nellore and Rayachoty and Andhra Pradesh's vision to become a global logistics hub with plans for 20 new ports and enhanced infrastructure.
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1503. At Rs 25.1 lakh crore, UPI payments hit new high in July
- On 2 Aug 2025, it was reported that UPI transactions reached a record high in July with 1,947 crore transactions worth ₹25.1 lakh crore marking the highest monthly count in India’s digital payments history.
- The surge reflects a 35% year-on-year growth in volume and 22% rise in value, highlighting growing public trust and the expanding role of UPI in everyday transactions.
- The average daily numbers rose to 62.8 crore transactions and ₹80,919 crore in value surpassing June’s figures and signalling steady momentum in digital payment adoption.
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1504. Axiscades secures ₹600 crore defence orders for indigenous platforms
- On July 30,2025 Bengaluru-based engineering solutions provider Axiscades announced that it has secured Rs 600 crore worth of new defence orders for the development and supply of advanced sub-systems for indigenous platforms from agencies like DRDO and Defence PSUs.
- The orders involve high-performance radar, sonar, and signal processing electronics, reinforcing Axiscades’ capabilities in sophisticated defence technologies. In June, its subsidiary Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies signed an agreement with MBDA to establish a missile systems engineering facility in Karnataka, equipped with advanced test benches and infrastructure.
- The contracts strengthen India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission by advancing indigenous defence production, enhancing technological capabilities, and supporting long-term national security objectives while creating high-value jobs in the defence manufacturing sector.
1505. Industry 4.0 Adoption: BSNL, NRL sign MoU to bring India's first 5G captive network to refinery sector
- On August 3, 2025, BSNL and Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) signed an MoU during an Industry 4.0 workshop in Guwahati to deploy India’s first 5G Captive Non-Public Network (CNPN) in the refinery sector, as announced by the Ministry of Communications.
- Using indigenous 5G infrastructure, the initiative aims to provide secure, real-time industrial connectivity for critical operations, enhancing efficiency, cybersecurity, and enabling technologies like Digital Twins, AR/VR, and IoT. It aligns with India's push toward Industry 4.0 and a self-reliant digital ecosystem.
- The collaboration was praised as a “Whole of Government” approach to modernize India’s industrial base, skill development, and employment, especially in the Northeast. BSNL called it a technological leap, with potential for replication across CPSEs, supporting Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
1506. VinFast bets big on India with $500 million EV push, eyes global exports via new Tamil Nadu factory
- On 4 August 2025, Vietnam-based EV maker VinFast inaugurated its first Indian manufacturing plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu its third globally as part of a $500 million initial investment.
- The facility will start with a production capacity of 50,000 units annually (targeting 150,000 later), focusing on premium EV SUVs like the VF 6 and VF 7. It aims to serve as an export-oriented hub for South Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
- VinFast plans 35 dealerships across 27 Indian cities in 2025; 72,100 EVs were sold globally in H1 2025; India orders are a priority; local sourcing efforts are underway; the firm is in talks for financing and supply chain localization, with plans for more investment in Tamil Nadu.
1507. Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off three new express trains from Bhavnagar
- On August 3, 2025 Railway Minister flagged off three new express trains from Bhavnagar, Gujarat the Bhavnagar-Ayodhya Express, Rewa-Pune (Hadapsar) Express, and Jabalpur-Raipur Express.
- The Bhavnagar-Ayodhya Express will run weekly, connecting Gujarat with Uttar Pradesh’s cultural and religious centres. The Rewa-Pune Express and Jabalpur-Raipur Express will strengthen links between central India and key cities in Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh.
- The ongoing Indian Railways expansion of Rs34,000 km of new tracks in 11 years, redevelopment of 1,300 stations, launch of Amrit Bharat trains, and progress on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train. Union Ministers welcomed the move, citing economic and cultural benefits for Saurashtra and neighbouring regions.
- The initiative aims to enhance passenger connectivity, support trade and tourism, and promote cultural integration while aligning with the government’s broader push for railway modernisation, infrastructure growth, and economic development across India.
1508. Tesla launches its first EV charging station in India at Mumbai’s BKC
- On 4 August 2025, Tesla launched its first charging facility in India at One BKC, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Mumbai, after opening its first showroom in the city last month.
- The site includes four V4 Supercharging stalls (250 kW at ₹24/kWh) and four AC destination chargers (11 kW at ₹14/kWh), aiming to support premium EV adoption and expand Tesla’s infrastructure in Mumbai.
- Tesla will open three more charging stations by September in Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Lower Parel; Model Y deliveries begin Q3–Q4 2025; a 24,500 sq ft service centre has been leased in Kurla West.
1509. Delhi Assembly adopts E-Vidhan system, turns fully solar-powered ahead of Monsoon Session
- On August 4, 2025, The Delhi Legislative Assembly fully implemented the e-vidhan system, making its legislative processes completely paperless. All assembly documents, questions, agendas and committee reports will now be handled digitally to improve efficiency and transparency.
- Ahead of the monsoon session, the Delhi Assembly has become fully solar-powered, reducing its carbon footprint. Solar panels have been installed on the assembly building, contributing to the state's sustainability goals.
- Delhi become the first Union Territory to completely digitize its legislative proceedings. The Speaker highlighted that this transformation aligns with national goals of digitization and environmental sustainability.
1510. Massive Railway Infrastructure Push In Maharashtra: Rs 89,780 Crore Outlay For 38 Projects; Rs 39,407 Crore Spent, 2,360 Km Commissioned
- The Ministry of Railways has significantly accelerated infrastructure development in Maharashtra, with 38 major railway projects currently sanctioned across the state.
- As of March 2025, 2,360 km of this network has been commissioned, backed by a cumulative expenditure of Rs 39,407 crore, according to information provided by the Ministry of Railways.
- These include 11 new line projects, two gauge conversion efforts, and 25 doubling or multitracking projects. Together, they span a total length of 5,098 km.
- Between 2009 and 2014, the minister reported an average of 58.4 km of new railway tracks being commissioned annually, which increased to over 208 km between 2014 and 2025.