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1521. India manufacturing PMI reaches 59.2 in July, its highest in nearly 17.5 years
- On July 25, 2025, in New Delhi, HSBC Flash India Manufacturing PMI hit 59.2, its highest in nearly 17.5 years, as per S&P Global data — indicating strong manufacturing growth driven by robust domestic and global demand.
- The Composite PMI rose to 60.7, reflecting sustained expansion in both manufacturing and services, supported by buoyant demand, technological investments, and capacity expansion, with a noted increase in employment, especially in the service sector.
- Despite overall optimism, business confidence dipped to its lowest since March 2023 due to competition and inflation fears. Rising input and output prices led to weaker job creation, marking the slowest hiring pace in 15 months.
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1522. Delhi Launches Rs 240 Billion Infrastructure Plan to Combat Traffic Woes
- On July 25, 2025, Delhi has launched a ₹24,000 crore plan to tackle traffic congestion, focusing on new roads, flyovers and underpasses to improve connectivity across the city.
- The project aims to reduce travel time, ease pollution from vehicle idling and make daily commuting more efficient and less stressful for Delhiites.
- The initiative is part of a broader vision to modernize Delhi’s infrastructure and prepare it for future growth while addressing current urban challenges.
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1523. India's first hydrogen-powered train coach successfully tested at ICF Chennai:
- On July 25, 2025, Union Railway Minister announced that Indian Railways has successfully tested India's first hydrogen-powered coach at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, marking a major step toward clean and green railway technology.
- India is developing a 1,200 horsepower hydrogen train, aiming for leadership in hydrogen-powered train technology. Indian Railways earlier planned to run 35 hydrogen trains under the "Hydrogen for Heritage" initiative and started a pilot project for hydrogen retrofitting on the Jind-Sonipat route at a cost of ₹111.83 crore.
- Though initial running costs are high, hydrogen trains are expected to bring long-term cost benefits and support India’s zero carbon emission goals. The project highlights a broader push for green transportation, alongside efforts like Indian Oil’s hydrogen-fuelled bus demonstrated to Bhutan’s PM in 2024.
1524. Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu unveils ₹1,500 crore road development plan
- On July 25, 2025, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister launched a ₹1,500 crore plan to improve rural roads across the state aiming to enhance connectivity for villages and boost local development.
- The initiative highlights emphasis on better infrastructure as a way to improve lives in rural areas, making transport smoother and access to services easier.
- The road development plan carried out in multiple phases, starting with regions that face poor road conditions and lack basic connectivity. Priority will be given to remote villages and backward areas to ensure faster access to schools, healthcare and markets.
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1525. Ahmedabad techie builds automated grenade detonation drone, Army orders 20 units
- On July 25, 2025, The Indian Army ordered 20 units of the drone, called "Gati,” after it passed a successful test in Pokhran, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
- Drone Gati weighs 2.5 kg, flies up to 7.5 km at 500 meters altitude and automatically removes the grenade’s pin and lever midair for precise detonation. The drone then safely returns to post-strike.
- Inspired by the difficulties of Operation Sindoor, the innovation aims to protect soldiers during modern warfare, improve deep strike capabilities and reduce battlefield casualties through automation and precision.
1526. Maharashtra launches new inter-state highway initiative to boost regional development and tourism
- On July 25, 2025, Maharashtra launched a major initiative that successfully planned direct highway links from every revenue division to neighboring states, aiming to improve regional access and strengthen inter-state ties.
- The government identified and prioritized routes with strong potential for tourism and economic development, helping to enhance local economies and regional travel ease.
- A special panel set up to fast-track land acquisition and approvals, which reduced delays and accelerated highway development across the state.
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1527. Boost for Make in India: Bharat Dynamics wins Rs 809 crore missile contract from Armoured Vehicles Nigam
- On 24 July,2025 Hyderabad-based defence PSU Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL) announced that it has received a ₹809 crore order from Armoured Vehicles Nigam Ltd (AVNL) for supplying anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs). The order is to be fulfilled over a three-year period and boosts India's indigenous defence capability.
- The order adds to BDL’s growing role in India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem under the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
- The contract from AVNL, a state-run entity under the Ministry of Defence, underscores ongoing efforts to ramp up indigenous missile production to meet the operational requirements of the armed forces.
1528. Andhra Pradesh tourism wins ‘Emerging Coastal and Heritage Award
- On July 25, 2025, Andhra Pradesh Tourism wins “Emerging Destination Award” for Coastal and Heritage Tourism, highlighting its efforts to promote unique attractions along its long coastline and rich cultural heritage.
- The award given at the Global Tourism Investors Summit in Delhi, showcasing Andhra Pradesh's growing appeal as a tourism hotspot with government support and strategic planning.
- Officials say the recognition boost tourism related investments and improve infrastructure across key heritage and beach destinations in the state.
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1529. BEL bags order worth Rs 1640 cr from Indian Army
- On July 25, 2025, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) received Rs 1,640 crore order from the Ministry of Defence, to supply Air Defence Fire Control Radars to the Indian Army.
- The radars are indigenously designed by DRDO and manufactured by BEL. The system is modular, equipped with Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) capabilities and easy to deploy, operate and maintain.
- Air Defence Fire Control radars will enhance the Indian Army’s air defence capabilities by enabling all weather, day-night surveillance, tracking of air targets and effective control of air defence guns.
1530. DRDO test-fires drone-launched missile
- On July 25, 2025, DRDO successfully test fired the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM) V3, also known as ULM-ER, at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
- The flight trials took place in July 2025 and were announced by Defence Minister. The missile was designed and developed by DRDO in collaboration with MSMEs, start-ups, DcPPs, and manufactured by Adani and Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL).
- The ULPGM-V3 is a 12.5 kg fire and forget missile with imaging infrared (IR) seeker, dual thrust propulsion and two way datalink. It has a range of up to 4 km (day) and 2.5 km (night).