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1561. India’s agricultural exports surge in Q1 FY26, rice exports lead
- On July 20, 2025, it was reported India's exports of agricultural and processed foods got off to a great start in FY26, growing 7 per cent year-on-year to $5.96 billion in the April–June 2025 quarter
- The centre-piece of India's agricultural exports is still rice. The shipments of both non-basmati and basmati rice increased by 3.5 per cent to $2.9 billion in Q1.
- The surge follows the government's decision to remove export controls, including the minimum export price, in late 2024 in response to abundant stock and record harvests, the reports highlighted.
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1562. India’s tea exports continue upward trend, cross 257 million kg in FY 2024-25
- On July 20, 2025, India’s tea exports grew by 2.85% in the 2024–25 financial year, reaching 257.88 million kilograms, up from 250.73 million kilograms in the 2024, according to the Tea Board of India. The latest data marks a second consecutive year of strong global demand for Indian tea, renowned for its distinctive quality and flavour.
- North India led the surge, with exports rising by 8.15% to 161.20 million kg in FY 2024–25, compared to 149.05 million kg a year earlier. The upward momentum was also reflected in the value of tea exports, with the average price per kilogram climbing to Rs. 290.97 an increase of 12.65% over the previous year’s Rs. 258.30—resulting in higher overall realisations for exporters.
- India ranks among the top five tea-exporting nations worldwide, contributing around 10% to global exports. The country’s celebrated varieties—Assam, Darjeeling, and Nilgiri—are particularly favoured in overseas markets.
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1563. India’s auto exports surge 22 per cent in Q1 on strong global demand
- On July 20, 2022, it was reported that India’s automobile exports grew by 22 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the April-June 2025 quarter of the current financial year (Q1 FY26), according to data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).
- According to the report, this strong growth was driven by record shipments of passenger vehicles, along with solid performance in two-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and three-wheelers. In total, India exported 14,57,461 vehicles across all categories in the first quarter, up from 11,92,566 units during the same period the 2024.
- Passenger vehicle exports reached an all-time high of 2,04,330 units in the April-June quarter marking a 13 per cent increase compared to 1,80,483 units exported in the same quarter last year.
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1564. India's electronics exports jump 47% in Q1; US, UAE, China top destinations
- On July 20, 2025, it was reported that India's electronics exports surged by 47% to $12.41 billion in April-June 2025-26, with the US, UAE, and China as top destinations, signaling India's rise as a global manufacturing hub. Ready-made garment exports also increased, driven by strong demand from the US, while marine exports saw a significant boost, again with the US as the primary importer.
- The US, UAE, and China have emerged as the top three export destinations for India's electronics sector during April-June quarter of 2025-26, according to the commerce ministry data
- The US remains India's largest export destination, commanding a 60.17 per cent share, followed by the UAE (8.09 per cent), China (3.88 per cent), the Netherlands (2.68 per cent), and Germany (2.09 percent).
- India's RMG sector, a key pillar of the textiles industry, recorded a 10.03 per cent growth during FY25 at USD 15.99 billion compared to USD 14.53 billion in FY24. Similarly, marine exports grew by 19.45 per cent to USD 1.95 billion during April-June 2025 this fiscal.
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1565. ‘BrahMos chhota bhai’ Sher AK-203 rifle to go fully desi by year-end: Indo-Russian Rifles CEO
- On 18 July 2025, IRRPL CEO Maj Gen SK Sharma confirmed that the AK-203 assault rifle, set to be the Indian Army’s frontline weapon, will be fully indigenous by end of 2025. So far, 48,000 rifles have been delivered under a ₹5,200 crore Make in India deal at Korwa, Uttar Pradesh.
- With 50% indigenisation completed, the company plans to deliver 70,000 rifles by 2025-end and complete all 6 lakh rifles by December 2030, 22 months ahead of the original deadline. From 2026, the factory will produce 12,000 rifles/month.
- Known as ‘Sher’ in India, the AK-203 replaces INSAS rifles along LoC and LAC. It’s backed by 100% Transfer of Technology from Russia, has 180 sub-parts, and is tested entirely in India. IRRPL also plans exports and expansion to other Kalashnikov platforms by 2032.
1566. India's tea exports rise 2.85% to 257.88 million kg in FY25: Tea Board
- On 19 July 2025, official data revealed that India’s tea exports rose by 2.85% in FY 2024–25, increasing from 250.73 million kg to 257.88 million kg, with North India contributing 161.20 million kg, up 8.15% from the previous year.
- While North India’s exports grew significantly, South India’s exports declined by 4.92%, falling to 96.68 million kg in FY 2024–25. However, average export price rose 12.65%, reaching Rs 290.97/kg.
- From January–December 2024, total tea exports rose by 10.57%, reaching 256.17 million kg, with North India exporting 155.49 million kg and South India 100.68 million kg, both showing 10–11% growth over the previous year.
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1567. Indian electronic exports hit $40 billion: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
- On 19 July 2025, Union Minister announced that India’s electronics exports have surpassed $40 billion, reflecting an eight-fold growth in 11 years, while domestic production has grown six times, during his address at IIT Hyderabad’s 14th Convocation.
- The Minister stated that India’s first commercial semiconductor chip will be produced this year and projected India’s emergence among the top five global semiconductor nations, driven by focus on equipment and material innovation.
- Minister noted rapid progress in the Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train, expected by August–September 2027, and highlighted the success of India’s indigenous 4G stack, now deployed on 90,000+ telecom towers nationwide.
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1568. India successfully test-fires Prithvi-II and Agni-1 ballistic missiles from Odisha range
- On 17 July 2025, India successfully test-fired Prithvi-II and Agni-I Short-Range Ballistic Missiles from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, Odisha, validating all operational and technical parameters under the Strategic Forces Command, as per the Ministry of Defence.
- On 16 July, 2025 India destroyed two high-speed aerial targets at 4,500+ meters altitude in Ladakh using the upgraded Akash Prime system, featuring an indigenous Radio Frequency seeker and enhancements based on user feedback.
- The trials, involving DRDO, Bharat Dynamics, BEL, and others, validate indigenous air defence capabilities, support high-altitude deployment, and follow India's strong showing in Operation Sindoor, boosting India's standing in the global defence market.
1569. From 91,000 Km To 1.46 Lakh Km: India Built World’s 2nd Largest Highway Network In Just A Decade—Details
- On 17 July 2025, Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways stated that India’s national highway network has expanded from 91,000 km in 2014 to over 1.46 lakh km, making it the world’s second-largest. This was revealed during a press briefing on India’s decade-long road development journey.
- Between FY14 and FY25, government spending multiplied 6.4 times, creating over 634 crore man-days of employment (direct, indirect, and induced), highlighting the sector’s pivotal role in job generation across India.
- Over 10,000 km of national highways have been constructed in the Northeast in ten years, and a Delhi Decongestion Plan has begun with new expressway links and a road tunnel to reduce traffic and pollution.
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1570. GRSE launches double-lane modular bridge on remote Ladakh road
- On 17 July, it was reported that Defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) had successfully fabricated and launched a 280-feet multi-span double-lane modular steel bridge on the Phobrang–Marsimik La–Hot Spring road in Ladakh.
- The bridge, which has been handed over to Project Himank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), was launched in just 20 days in one of the most remote and difficult terrains of the country, the GRSE official said.
- Minister stated that the bridge will enable "seamless connectivity for the movement of troops and equipment for the Indian Army." he said that the GRSE, which is primarily a warship builder defence PSU, has already supplied 56 such bridges across the country to BRO.
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