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1591. Assam CM Himanta Inaugurates India’s First Aqua Tech Park To Boost Fish Farming And Empower Farmers
- Assam CM On 12 July, 2025, inaugurated the state’s first Aqua Tech Park at Sonapur near Guwahati.
- Speaking on the occasion, CM said that the Aqua Tech Park will aim at empowering fish farmers with knowledge of cutting-edge technologies that will enhance fish production and boost the income of the cultivators.
- CM said that with the synergy of the conventional agriculture system and modern technology, the state government, in the current financial year, created 10 fishery cluster development projects, with an outlay of Rs 8 crore.
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1592. PM distributes 51,000 appointment letters; 10 lakh jobs given since 2022
- Prime Minister of India, while virtually distributing 51,000 appointment letters for central government jobs on 12 July 2025, stated that the government should always act as a facilitator of growth, not a hurdle. With this latest distribution, over 10 lakh recruitment letters have been issued through Rozgar Melas since October 2022.
- Referring to the Cabinet's decision on the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme, Prime Minister said the government will provide ₹15,000 to youth securing their first job in the private sector—essentially covering their first month’s salary. For this initiative, ₹1 lakh crore has been allocated, he added.
- The PM said global institutions like the World Bank are openly praising India for this achievement and it's now being ranked among the top countries in the world in terms of equality.
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1593. NPCI International Accelerates UPI Adoption Across UAE to Support Cashless Economy Vision
- On 11 July, 2025. NPCI International Payments Limited has announced significant progress in expanding India’s Unified Payments Interface acceptance across the United Arab Emirates, unveiling strategic initiatives to deepen the digital payment platform’s integration as both countries strengthen their financial connectivity.
- The expansion supports the UAE’s ambitious vision of achieving a cashless economy while enhancing cross-border payment experiences for millions of Indians who travel between the two nations annually. NPCI International has established a solid foundation for UPI in the UAE through strategic collaborations with leading financial institutions and payment solution providers.
- The initiative aligns with the Government of Dubai’s announced goal of achieving 90 percent digital transactions by 2026. NPCI International is enhancing its presence in the country by expanding UPI acceptance through sustained collaboration with UAE-based partners, committed to delivering seamless and secure digital payment experiences that generate lasting value for consumers, merchants, and the wider economy.
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1594. DRDO, IAF successfully test indigenous Astra Missile with Radio Frequency Seeker from Su-30 MKI
- On July 11, 2025, DRDO and IAF successfully flight-tested the indigenous Astra BVRAAM with RF seeker from a Su-30 Mk-I off the Odisha coast.
- Astra BVRAAM has a range exceeding 100 kms and is equipped with state-of-the art guidance and navigation system.
- Defence Minister of India complimented the DRDO, the IAF and industry involved in the design and development of the RF seeker and stated that the successful testing of the missile with indigenous seeker is a major milestone in critical defence technology.
1595. ISRO successfully completes development of Service Module Propulsion System for Gaganyaan
- ISRO On 12 July 2025, said it has successfully completed the development of Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS) for Gaganyaan Mission with the completion of the qualification test programme.
- A full duration hot test of SMPS for 350 seconds was conducted to validate the integrated performance of the SMPS for flight off-nominal mission profile of the Service Module based mission abort on 11 July, 2025. Gaganyaan mission is India's first human spaceflight mission in the making.
- The space agency said the Gaganyaan Service Module Propulsion System is designed, developed, and realised by Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) and the tests were carried out at ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri in Tamil Nadu.
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1596. Centre sanctions ₹4,224 cr for rural roads in J&K under PMGSY-IV
- On July 11, 2025, it was reported that the Union Ministry of Rural Development sanctioned Rs 4,224 crore for 316 rural road projects spanning 1,781 km across 19 districts in Jammu and Kashmir under Phase-IV of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV), aiming to connect 390 villages with all-weather roads.
- Rajouri district leads with 41 roads at Rs 588.12 crore, followed by Poonch with 40 roads at Rs 484.92 crore, while Doda receives the highest single allocation of Rs 661 crore for 31 roads, enhancing connectivity in areas like Manjakot, Bufliaz, and Bhaderwah.
- The Public Works Department (PWD) has initiated tendering after central inspections verified roadless villages, with the project expected to improve access to markets, healthcare, and education.
1597. Rs 512 Cr Health Projects Underway Across Jammu Kashmir, 150 Works Already Initiated
- On July 11, 2025, it was reported that Jammu and Kashmir’s health infrastructure received a Rs 512 crore boost under the National Health Mission (NHM), with HSCC (India) Ltd overseeing over 200 awarded projects, 150 of which have been initiated across various districts.
- Health indicators show progress, with institutional deliveries at 99% and Infant Mortality Rate dropping to 14 per 1,000 live births, surpassing the national average, alongside 9.35 lakh e-Sanjeevani consultations and 1 lakh Tele-MANAS calls.
- Secretary Health Dr Syed Abid Rashid Shah reported Rs 806.93 crore in central funding and Rs 195.08 crore for infrastructure maintenance, while NHM Director Dr Baseer-ul-Haq Chaudhary highlighted 90% ASHA certification and 242 lakh OPD consultations since 2023.
- Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, during a review meeting, emphasized timely execution of projects like Critical Care Blocks (10), Integrated Public Health Labs (20), and Block Public Health Units (287) under PM-ABHIM, while also pushing for real-time drug availability reports and enhanced telemedicine services.
1598. Meghalaya: Finance Minister inaugurates Rs 100 crore Polo Complex as Shillong begins urban shift
- On July 11, 2025, it was reported that the Union Finance Minister inaugurated the Rs 100.33 crore Polo Shopping Complex in Shillong, a flagship project under the Shillong Smart City Mission, marking a significant step in Meghalaya’s urban development.
- The 9,686-square-meter complex, phase one of a two-phase project, features 109 retail outlets, a food court, parking for 86 cars and 50 two-wheelers with EV charging stations, a children’s gaming zone, 12 escalators, and five lifts, with phase two under construction.
- Meghalaya Chief Minister emphasised the project’s role in Shillong’s transformation, highlighting sustainability features like a 75-kilolitre sewage treatment plant, rainwater harvesting, solar energy, 110 CCTV cameras, and a Building Management System.
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1599. Meghalaya receives massive infrastructure boost with Rs 1,087 crore investment
- On July .11, 2025, it was reported that Union Finance Minister launched infrastructure projects worth Rs 1,087.81 crore in Meghalaya, focusing on tourism, sports, women’s empowerment, and digital inclusion, during an event at the LARITI - International Centre for Performing Arts and Culture in Shillong.
- Key projects include the Rs 732 crore Mawkhanu Football Stadium with a residential academy in partnership with NorthEast United FC, and the Rs 120.81 crore redevelopment of Umiam Lake into an eco-tourism hub, expected to attract 1.27 lakh tourists annually and create 4,000 jobs.
- The Finance Minister praised Meghalaya’s full utilisation of Rs 5,400 crore under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) scheme, noting the state’s effective use of funds compared to others, alongside a 572% increase in tax devolution from 2004–2014 to 2014–2024.
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1600. जयपुर के सर्वांगीण विकास के लिए जयपुर विकास प्राधिकरण ने 526 करोड़ के कार्यों को दी मंजूरी: आयुक्त आनन्दी
- 11 जुलाई, 2025 को, यह बताया गया कि, जयपुर विकास प्राधिकरण (जेडीए) ने अपनी परियोजना कार्यकारी समिति (पीडब्ल्यूसी) की बैठक के दौरान 526 करोड़ रुपये की बुनियादी ढांचा परियोजनाओं को मंजूरी दी थी।
- प्रमुख स्वीकृतियों में विद्या आश्रम स्कूल के पास एक पुल को चौड़ा करने के लिए ₹40.17 करोड़ और गोविंद देव जी मंदिर में पर्यटन विकास के लिए ₹5.5 करोड़ शामिल हैं। राम मंदिर के पास एक तीन-लेन रोड ओवर ब्रिज को भी मंजूरी दी गई। प्रमुख सड़क विकास आवंटनों में ज़ोन 11 के लिए ₹182 करोड़ और ज़ोन 12 के लिए ₹109 करोड़, और ज़ोन 12A के लिए ₹92.33 करोड़ शामिल हैं।
- अन्य उल्लेखनीय परियोजनाओं में आंतरिक सड़क निर्माण, विद्युतीकरण, निचले इलाकों में बाढ़ नियंत्रण, तथा सांगानेर, चितौरा नॉलेज सिटी और बानी पार्क में सुधार शामिल हैं।