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1701. Arunachal: Education milestone reached as girls' school opens near China border
- On June 26, 2025, a Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) was inaugurated in Lable Moring, Payeng Circle, Upper Subansiri district, Arunachal Pradesh, near the Indo-China border, to provide free education and boarding for girls from disadvantaged communities.
- Labour, IPR, and Industries Minister officiated the opening, with Rolen Dagam and Deputy Commissioner as guests, highlighting the school’s role in empowering tribal girls in a remote region.
- The Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya program operates across India as part of efforts to bridge gender and social gaps in education, particularly in rural and underserved regions. The new facility in Upper Subansiri represents the latest expansion of this initiative into strategic border areas of the northeast.
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1702. Bengaluru firm develops drone armed with AK-203 that can fire at targets from the air: Watch video
- On June 26, 2025, it was reported that Bengaluru-based defence company BSS Alliance developed India’s first AI-powered lethal weapon system and tested it in collaboration with the Indian Army.
- The AI-enabled platform, equipped with an Israeli Negev LMG and advanced sensors, can autonomously detect, target, and engage threats up to 600 meters away using a remote interface. It was tested in Roorkee and at high-altitude locations.
- The trial marks a major step under India’s AI defence strategy and Make in India program, with ₹100 crore allocated annually for AI-based defence projects, promoting indigenous defence technologies and reducing import dependency.
1703. India sends its first astronaut into space in 41 years
- On June 25, 2025, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla becomes the second Indian to travel to space and the first Indian to visit NASA’s International Space Station, marking India’s return to space after 41 years.
- The Axiom-4 mission launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center with a four member international crew, including astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary in collaboration with NASA, ISRO, ESA and SpaceX.
- Shukla’s journey, funded by ISRO with ₹500 crore is seen as a stepping stone for India’s future space goals including its first human spaceflight in 2027, a space station by 2035 and a Moon mission by 2040.
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1704. West Bengal Renewable Energy Department Guides Three Kolkata Colleges to Turn Waste into Fuel
- On June 26, 2025, it was reported that NRS Medical College, Calcutta Pavlov Hospital, and Adyapeath Annada Polytechnic College in Kolkata launched pilot biogas plants to convert kitchen waste into fuel for their canteens.
- The projects, guided by the West Bengal Renewable Energy Department, process 250–300 kg of daily kitchen waste, generating 15–25 cubic meters of biogas, helping reduce LPG usage and fuel costs.
- The West Bengal Health Department announced plans to expand the biogas initiative to other hospitals after the successful results at NRS and Pavlov hospitals.
1705. Ministry of Railways introduces key reforms for train controllers
- In a significant move to ensure safety of train operations, the Railway Ministry on June 25, 2025 announced some key reforms for enhancing the functioning and working conditions of train controllers.
- A senior railway official said, "Only experienced and well-performing traffic inspectors and station masters with good service records will be chosen as train controllers. They must serve at least three years in the control office to gain domain expertise and ensure efficient operations."
- The Ministry has also decided to introduce measures such as yoga sessions, counselling and periodic health check-ups to address the high-stress nature of the job.
1706. Odisha signs concession agreements for major port projects, Rs 18,654 crore investment to boost maritime trade
- On June 26, 2025, Odisha government signed ₹18,654 crore port deals in two major concession agreements. One for expanding Gopalpur Port and another for developing a new captive jetty at Jatadhari. This step is aimed at transforming Odisha into a key maritime trade hub.
- Adani Ports and JSW Utkal Steel are set to create around 8,450 direct and indirect employment opportunities, offering a significant boost to local job markets in Jagatsinghpur and Ganjam districts.
- Future ready port infrastructure on the rise With expansion plans at existing ports and new developments proposed at Inchudi, Bahuda, Subarnarekha and Astaranga, Odisha is positioning itself as a leader in port led economic growth through public & private partnerships.
1707. Jammu and Kashmir’s heritage silk industry sees revival as production rises
- On June 25, 2025, Jammu and Kashmir’s sericulture industry reported a revival, with cocoon production reaching 850,000 kg in 2024–25, an 18% increase from prior years, and raw silk output rising to 121,000 kg, driven by government schemes like Silk Samagra and Holistic Agriculture Development Programme.
- Aijaz Ahmad Bhat, Director of Sericulture, highlighted infrastructure improvements, including 800 rearing sheds and equipment provision, alongside capacity-building programs and summer rearing initiatives, boosting productivity for 27,000 families.
- The region’s bivoltine silk, known for its premium quality, is gaining national recognition, reducing India’s reliance on raw silk imports (10.813 tonnes between 2017–2019), with high-yielding mulberry plants supplied for cluster plantations.
1708. Maharashtra approves Rs 20,787 crores for Nagpur-Goa Shaktipeeth Expressway
- On June 24, 2025, in Mumbai, the Maharashtra cabinet approved ₹20,787 crore for land acquisition for the 802 km Maharashtra Shaktipeeth Expressway, connecting Pavnar (Wardha) to Patradevi (Sindhudurg) on the Maharashtra-Goa border.
- The expressway will connect 12 districts, boost pilgrimage tourism by linking major Shaktipeeths and Jyotirlingas, and reduce Nagpur-Goa travel time from 18 hours to 8 hours.
- Facing farmer opposition in Kolhapur, the cabinet approved only the Pavnar-Sangli stretch (700 km) for now and asked MSRDC to propose an alternative route for the Sangli-Sindhudurg section, with consultations planned with local stakeholders.
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1709. Defence ministry inks 13 deals to boost Army's operational readiness
- On June 24, 2025, in New Delhi, it was reported that the Defence Ministry signed 13 contracts worth ₹1,982 crore for emergency procurement of air defence missiles, kamikaze drones, and counter-drone systems under EP-5, following Operation Sindoor against Pakistan.
- The contracts include Igla-1S VSHORAD systems, integrated drone detection systems, Nagastra-1R kamikaze drones, Switch surveillance UAVs, radars, night sights, bulletproof jackets, and quick-reaction fighting vehicles, with delivery targeted within one year.
- Ministry of Defence said induction of "modern and mission-critical" weapon systems and equipment through the 13 contracts will enhance "situational awareness, lethality, mobility, and protection" for troops deployed in counter-terror environments.
1710. DRDO-Bharat Forge develop an assault rifle lighter than a kitchen pressure cooker, built for urban warfare
- On June 25, 2025, it was reported that DRDO and Bharat Forge, in Pune, have jointly developed a new Close Quarter Battle (CQB) Carbine for the Indian Armed Forces, aimed at urban warfare and counter-insurgency operations.
- The 5.56x30mm carbine, weighing 3.3 kg with an effective range of 200 meters, features a short barrel, 30-round magazine, and is compatible with both NATO and INSAS ammunition.
- The development marks a step forward in meeting the Indian Armed Forces' long-standing requirement for a lightweight, efficient weapon system suited for modern combat environments.