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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
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1241. Sunam Singh railway station to be named after martyr Udham Singh
- On December 16, 2016, the Punjab government officially notified the renaming of Sunam railway station as Sunam Udham Singh Wala, after receiving approval from the Union home ministry on December 8.
- The move honors Shaheed Udham Singh, born in Sunam on December 26, 1899, who assassinated Michael O’Dwyer in London in 1940 to avenge the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. He was executed the same year.
- The renaming, finalized ahead of his 117th birth anniversary, serves as a long-overdue tribute to Udham Singh’s sacrifice, following public interest litigation and years of delays.
1242. Amit Shah inaugurates ₹322-crore projects in Assam, opens Northeast’s 2nd Cyber Forensic Lab
- On 29 August 2025, Union Home Minister A inaugurated the Brahmaputra Wing at Raj Bhavan in Guwahati and laid foundation stones for eight projects worth ₹322 crore, including the Northeast’s second National Cyber Forensic Laboratory (NCFL) at Lachit Borphukan Police Academy.
- The NCFL will serve all eight northeastern states, aiding police in tackling cybercrime, narcotics, smuggling, and border threats. Shah emphasized the Northeast’s transformation from insurgency to peace and development under PM supported by reforms like forensic-based criminal laws replacing colonial-era legislations.
- The Brahmaputra Wing, built at ₹40 crore, adds modern facilities for constitutional and public use. Shah highlighted India’s rising global stature with 27 nations honouring PM . while condemning opposition’s “negative politics” and remarks against Modi’s late mother, calling for an apology.
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1243. India becomes World’s 3rd-Largest Mobile Exporter at $20.5 Billion
- On July 23, 2025, it was reported that India became the world’s 3rd largest mobile phone exporter with $20.5 billion in exports in calendar year 2024, surpassing Vietnam.
- India’s mobile phone exports surged to $20.5 billion in 2024, marking a nearly 40% per year growth from $15.6 billion in FY24. This milestone places India behind only China and Hong Kong, overtaking Vietnam to claim the 3rd global position.
- The growth was driven primarily by Apple, which accounted for around 65% of total exports, with significant contributions from Samsung, Foxconn, Wistron, and Pegatron.
- The phones made in India are now reaching top global markets, including the U.S., UAE, UK, Italy, and the Netherlands.
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1244. पंडित राम प्रसाद बिस्मिल रेलवे स्टेशन, उत्तर प्रदेश - Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil Railway Station, Uttar Pradesh
- A railway station in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, has been named Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil Railway Station to honor the revolutionary leader, the exact year of naming is not specified.
- Ram Prasad Bismil was a key figure in India’s freedom struggle, best known for leading the Kakori Conspiracy of 1925. He was executed by the British in 1927 for his revolutionary activities.
- The renaming serves as a tribute to Bismil’s courage and sacrifice, ensuring his legacy as a fearless freedom fighter continues to inspire future generations.
1245. Smartphones emerge as India’s 5th largest export item in FY22
- On 13 June 2023, it was reported that Smartphone exports reached $10.9 billion in 2022, making India the fifth-largest exporter.
- In the fiscal year ending March 2023, India’s smartphone exports doubled to $10.9 billion, rising from $5.4 billion in 2022. Smartphones climbed from ninth to fifth in India’s export rankings.
- Apple contributed half of all smartphone exports, followed by Samsung.
- India’s share in global iPhone production rose from 1% in 2020 to 5% in 2022, with plans to reach 25% by 2025.
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1246. Uttar Pradesh's Jhansi railway station renamed after Rani Lakshmibai
- On December 29, 2021, the Jhansi railway station in Uttar Pradesh was officially renamed Veerangana Laxmibai Railway Station to honor the legendary queen’s role in the 1857 revolt against British rule.
- The renaming, approved by the Central Government, was announced by CM Yogi Adityanath on Twitter, and the Railways began implementing the change following the official notification.
- This tribute celebrates Rani Lakshmibai’s courage and sacrifice, ensuring her legacy remains a symbol of India’s fight for independence.
1247. India’s mobile phone exports double to $11.12 billion in FY23
- On April 13, 2023, India’s mobile phone exports surged to $11.12 billion in FY23, doubling from 2022.
- According to the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), mobile phone exports from India doubled from ₹45,000 crore in FY22 to ₹91,000 crore ($11.12 billion) in FY23.
- Apple led the surge with $5.5 billion in exports, followed by Samsung with around ₹36,000 crore.
- The performance exceeded the government’s target of $10 billion in exports.
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1248. India, Japan sign MoC to strengthen cooperation in critical minerals supply chains
- On 30 August 2025, it was reported that during the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit in Tokyo, Prime Minister of India and Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between India’s Ministry of Mines and Japan’s METI to strengthen critical minerals collaboration.
- The MoC aims to build resilient and diversified supply chains vital for energy security, national security, and net-zero goals. Cooperation includes exchange of mineral policies, joint project development, mining auctions, deep-sea mining, extraction, processing, and stockpiling, alongside joint investments in India and resource-rich countries.
- The pact boosts India-Japan strategic partnership by expanding cooperation beyond minerals to economy, health, AI, mobility, science & technology, and rare earth elements. It underlines both nations’ intent to secure critical resources while supporting sustainable growth and global energy transition.
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1249. India set to cross $10 billion in mobile exports in FY23
- On March 22, 2023, it was reported that Smartphone exports are projected to exceed $10 billion in FY23, doubling from 2022.
- Driven by the government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, India’s smartphone exports are expected to surpass $10 billion in FY23.
- Apple, assembling iPhone models 12 through 14 Plus in India, contributes about half of these exports, while Samsung accounts for around 40%.
- Currently, India produces 10-15% of the world’s iPhones, a share expected to rise to 45–50% by 2027. Key export destinations include the UAE, US, UK, Netherlands, and Italy.
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1250. Habibganj Railway Station Renamed After Gond Queen Rani Kamlapati, Says MP CM
- On November 13, 2021, the Habibganj railway station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, was renamed Rani Kamlapati Station to honor the Gond queen’s bravery and legacy, coinciding with the upcoming Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas on November 15.
- Rani Kamlapati, the last Hindu queen of Bhopal, is remembered for her courage and sacrifice, including performing ‘jal jauhar’ after Afghan commander Dost Mohammed deceitfully took over her kingdom.
- The modernized station, redeveloped with airport-like facilities, serves as a tribute to the pride of the Gond community and preserves Rani Kamlapati’s place in history.