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2191. Centre sanctions Rs 1k crore for Bhoma-Old Goa road expansion
- On 7 April 2025, Union minister for road transport and highways announced the sanction of Rs 1,060.2 crore for four-laning of a 7-km stretch from Bhoma to Old Goa on NH-748.
- Minister said this project will elevate severe congestion and limited Right of Way in Bhoma, Corlim, and Ella.“This highway, formerly NH 4-A, spans 153km from NH 48 near Belagavi in Karnataka to NH 66 near Panaji, Goa, serving as a vital link for passenger and freight traffic from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka to Goa.
- Minister said, with this upgrade, the entire Panaji–Khandepar corridor will feature a four-lane roadway with paved shoulders. Owing to severe congestion and limited Right of Way in Bhoma, Corlim, and Ella, two elevated corridors totalling 4.2km and 7m-wide service roads on both sides have been proposed.
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2192. India overtakes Germany to become 3rd-largest generator of wind, solar power: Report
- On 8 April,2025 It was Reported that, India became the world's third-largest producer of electricity from wind and solar energy in 2024, overtaking Germany.
- The report said low-carbon sources, including renewables and nuclear power, together provided 40.9 per cent of the world's electricity in 2024. This is the first time the 40 per cent mark has been crossed since the 1940s.
- Globally, renewables led the growth in clean electricity, adding a record 858 terawatt hours (TWh) in 2024 -- 49 per cent more than the previous record in 2022.
2193. Odisha, IOCL Ink ₹61,000 Cr Deal For India’s Largest Dual-Feed Petrochemical Plant
- On 8 April 2025 Odisha govertment has taken a significant step towards making the state an industrial hub by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) for setting up India's largest dual-feed naphtha cracker project .
- The project will be developed in Paradip, Jagatsinghpur district, with a groundbreaking investment of ₹61,077 crore towards realising Odisha's aspirations in energy and petrochemical sector.
- This initiative is a transformative plan aimed at the all-round development of eastern India, focusing on human resource development, infrastructure enhancement, and economic opportunities to make the region a key driver of ‘Viksit Bharat
2194. Surat’s first exclusively organic farmers market opens
- ON 8 April 2025 The city's first farmers market exclusively for organic produce was inaugurated in by governor of Gujarat.
- The market, farmers will sell their produce directly to consumers. It will be open on Wednesdays and Sundays from 8am to 11am. The market has space for 70 farmers who are practising natural farming.
- The state govt has been working over the past few years to improve public health, preserve soil fertility and protect the environment. Natural farming is the only solution.
2195. In 1st-ever journey out of dist, 40 govtschoolgirls from Bhandara fly to Isro
- On 8 April 2025 The excitement was palpable and smiles writ large on the faces of approximately 40 schoolgirls from underprivileged communities in remote Bhandara villages when they embarked on their first-ever air travel during a state-sponsored educational visit to Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro).
- Social welfare officer Sachin Madavi said, "These girls come from such remote areas that they have never even seen a train, let alone travelled by one. Taking them to Isro by air is more than just a trip — it's about broadening their horizons and inspiring them to dream big."
- The students hail from a government residential institution for scheduled caste and neo-Buddhist in Rajedhegaon. When discussions regarding their visit to Isro's Sriharikota facility arose, Madavi proposed enhancing travel arrangements
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2196. Tripura CM announces Rs 100 crore for new eye hospital
- On April 7, 2025, Tripura Chief Minister announced an allocation of Rs 100 crore in this year’s budget for a new state-of-the-art eye hospital, revealed during his speech at a World Health Day event organized by the Hepatitis Foundation of Tripura in Agartala.
- CM, who oversees the health portfolio, highlighted ongoing healthcare improvements, including a Maternal and Child Clinic backed by Rs 150 crore from the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), alongside plans to expand Primary Health Centres (PHCs) and the healthcare workforce across the state.
- Emphasizing preventive healthcare, he stressed the importance of healthy lifestyles to combat diseases, raised concerns about drug addiction driving HIV/AIDS cases, and called for societal action against drug abuse and child marriage, noting Tripura’s growing appeal to private hospitals due to prevailing peace.
- The proposed eye hospital will feature modern facilities, aligning with the government’s broader efforts to enhance healthcare infrastructure, promote health awareness, and ensure citizen well-being, with Saha urging collective responsibility to tackle lifestyle-related premature deaths and social issues.
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2197. Centre sanctions Rs 770 crore for NH-717A upgradation in Darjeeling and Sikkim, MP Raju Bista welcomes move
- On April 7, 2025, the Union Government sanctioned Rs 770.25 crore for the upgradation of NH-717A in Darjeeling and Sikkim, a move welcomed by Darjeeling MP and BJP National Spokesperson as a transformative step for the Darjeeling hills, Terai, Dooars, and Sikkim regions.
- Union Minister announced on April 6 that the project spans 23.7 km, including 18.42 km from Lavamore to Pedong Bypass in West Bengal and 5.297 km from Reshi to Rhenock in Sikkim, with additional slope protection along the Bagrakot-Kafer stretch in Kalimpong using advanced tools like Self Drilling Anchors and Gabion structures.
- MP said that, who had pushed for slope stabilization after identifying gaps in the initial Detailed Project Report, emphasized that the upgraded NH-717A will serve as a climate-resilient alternative to the monsoon-disrupted NH-10, enhancing safety and all-weather connectivity for residents and tourists.
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2198. Over Rs 300 crore allocated to tourism sector in J&K in 2 years: Govt
- On April 7, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir Government announced that it has allocated over Rs 305.27 crore in the past two financial years (2022-23 and 2023-24) to strengthen the tourism sector across the Union Territory, with specific funds directed to both Kashmir and Jammu divisions.
- According to data from Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Kashmir division received Rs 9,210 lakh in 2022-23 and Rs 9,527 lakh in 2023-24, while Jammu division was granted Rs 5,685 lakh in 2022-23 and Rs 6,105 lakh in 2023-24, reflecting a balanced approach to tourism growth.
- The government’s initiatives have significantly boosted tourist numbers, with 1.29 crore visitors (excluding pilgrims) in two years—55,15,679 in 2023 and 74,48,688 in 2024—alongside a rise in foreign tourists from 55,327 in 2023 to 65,452 in 2024, totaling 1,20,779.
- These efforts, paired with increased funding, indicate a long-term policy shift towards sustainable and equitable tourism development, opening new areas and enhancing footfall, contributing to the region’s economic and cultural revitalization.
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2199. Indian Railways sets new record with production of 41,929 wagons to boost cargo capacity
- On 4 April 2025, Ministry of railways announced that, Indian Railways had achieved a record-breaking feat in wagon production, manufacturing 41,929 wagons in the financial year 2024–25 — the highest ever in a single year. This marks an 11% year-on-year increase over the 37,650 wagons produced in FY 2023–24.
- Between 2004 and 2014, the average annual wagon production stood at 13,262 units. This figure rose to an average of 15,875 units per year during the 2014–2024 period.
- The increase in rail freight capacity is also expected to bring substantial economic and environmental benefits. Enhanced wagon availability reduces reliance on road transport, cutting fuel consumption and lowering emissions—key to meeting India’s sustainability goals.
2200. PM Modi inaugurates new rail bridge in Rameswaram
- On 6 April 2025 Prime Minister of india inaugurated the newly constructed Pamban bridge on April 6, 2025. It will replace a 110-year-old structure that once connected Rameswaram to the Indian mainland.
- The Pamban bridge, India’s first sea bridge, was an engineering marvel of its time. Standing 12.5 meters above sea level, it stretched across 145 piers and featured a double-leaf bascule span—a Scherzer rolling lift bridge—that opened for ships to pass through.
- The idea of linking India and Sri Lanka, then Ceylon, through the Adam’s Bridge route was first explored in 1876. However, the plan was shelved due to high costs. Eventually, a more feasible plan was approved in 1906
- The railway line from Madurai to Dhanushkodi via Rameswaram, and a steamer service from Dhanushkodi to Sri Lanka.