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1731. India Records USD 28 Billion Trade Surplus With G7 Countries In FY25
- India’s exports to G7 countries stood at a cumulative value of USD 138 billion in FY25, reflecting a 13 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) between FY21 and FY25.
- The share of goods exports to G7 nations rose from 29 percent in FY20 to 31 percent in FY25, while the share of imports from these countries declined from 18 percent to 15 percent over the same period.
- The country enjoys a trade surplus specifically with four G7 members: the US, Italy, France, and the UK.
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1732. Assam CM Inaugurates Northeast’s First Fully Modern Correctional Facility in Chirang
- On June 21, 2025, Assam Chief Minister inaugurated the newly constructed district jail at Kajalgaon in Chirang district, officially recognized as Northeast India’s first fully modern correctional facility.
- The state-of-the-art prison complex, built with a focus on rehabilitation and humane incarceration, is designed to accommodate 636 inmates, including both undertrial prisoners and convicts.
- The complex houses separate modern medical units for male and female inmates, classroom spaces to support educational and skill development, and a well-equipped library.
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1733. IIT Guwahati unveils Rs 20 water purifier to remove fluoride, iron from groundwater
- On June 20, 2025, IIT Guwahati unveiled a low-cost water treatment system that removes 94% iron and 89% fluoride from groundwater, purifying 20,000 liters daily at Rs 20 per 1,000 liters, offering a scalable solution for rural and fluoride-affected regions.
- Led by Prof. Mihir Kumar Purkait, the four-step electrocoagulation system uses aluminum electrodes for their cost-effectiveness and high electro-positivity, achieving Indian safety standards after 12 weeks of real-world testing, with findings published in ACS ES&T Water.
- A pilot project in Changsari, Assam, supported by the Public Health Engineering Department and installed by Kakati Engineering Pvt Ltd, demonstrates the system’s viability, with a 15-year lifespan and electrode replacement every six months.
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1734. HAL to Manufacture SSLV Rockets for ISRO, Wins Bid For Rs 511 Crore Deal
- On June 20, 2025, Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) has bagged a Rs 511 crore deal to manufacture and design ISRO’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).
- HAL is expected to manufacture 6 to 8 SSLV rockets each year to meet both domestic and international demand.
- HAL becomes the first Indian firm to own, build, and commercialise an entire launch vehicle system.
1735. During PM Modi’s Visit, India & Croatia Sign Key Agreements On Agriculture, Culture & Technology
- On 18 June 2025, Prime Minister of India paid a historic first official visit to Croatia, meeting Croatian PM Andrej Plenković to strengthen bilateral ties and the India-EU partnership.
- The visit led to the signing of four key agreements, including cooperation in agriculture, science and technology, culture, and the establishment of a Hindi Chair at the University of Zagreb.
- The visit reaffirmed shared democratic values and proposed enhanced mobility for skilled professionals and startups through the India–Croatia Start-up Bridge and a planned workforce mobility MoU.
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1736. IIT Guwahati develops low-cost water treatment system to remove fluoride, iron
- On 20 June 2025, It was Reported that, Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a low-cost, energy-efficient community-scale water treatment system that removes up to 94% iron and 89% fluoride from groundwater, treating 20,000 litres per day.
- The four-step process includes aeration, electrocoagulation using aluminium electrodes, flocculation-settling, and filtration through coal, sand, and gravel. The system, tested over 12 weeks in real-world conditions, costs just ₹20 per 1,000 litres, requires minimal supervision, and has a 15-year lifespan with biannual electrode replacement.
- A pilot unit is already operational in Changsari, Assam. Published in the ACS ES&T Water journal, the study—led by Prof. Mihir K. Purkait and his team—also explores future upgrades like solar/wind power use, hydrogen reuse, and smart automation for remote areas.
1737. PM Modi Flags Off Patna-Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Train: Know Route, Timings And Fare
- On June 20, 2025, Prime Minister flagged off the Vande Bharat Express Train between Patliputra and Gorakhpur via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah during his visit to Siwan Bihar.
- Gorakhpur Patliputra Vande Bharat Express will start its operations completely from June 22, 2025, It will run six days a week, except Saturdays.
- Vande Bharat Express will pass through Kaptanganj, Bagaha, Bettiah, Motihari, Muzaffarpur and Hajipur. Fares range from ₹380 to ₹925 for Chair Car and ₹715 to ₹1,820 for Executive Class based on distance.
1738. Rs 7,283 Crore Gorakhpur Link Expressway Inaugurated By CM Yogi, To Connect Four UP Districts
- Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister inaugurated the 91.35 km-long Gorakhpur Link Expressway on 20 June, 2025 enhancing connectivity across Eastern Uttar Pradesh.
- The expressway directly serves four districts, Gorakhpur, Sant Kabir Nagar, Ambedkar Nagar, and Azamgarh, by enhancing inter-district road links.
- This corridor is expected to attract investments in agriculture, tourism, commerce, and manufacturing, potentially transforming the region into a thriving economic zone.
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1739. PM Modi launches key development projects in Bihar, flags off first export locomotive from Marhowra Plant
- On June 20, 2025, Prime Minister flagged off a modern export locomotive from the Marhowra Plant in Saran, Bihar, built under the Make in India and Make for the World initiative. It marks the plant’s first international dispatch to the Republic of Guinea.
- The advanced ES43ACmi locomotives come with high horsepower engines, AC propulsion, microprocessor based controls, ergonomic cabs and regenerative braking reflecting India’s rising strength in rail manufacturing.
- The Marhowra facility supports multiple rail gauges, aiding global compatibility and export readiness. A total of 150 locomotives will be delivered over three years: 37 in FY 2024-25, 82 in FY 2025-26, and 31 in FY 2026-27.
1740. Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inaugurates Bhupatipur-Punpun elevated road, built by Afcons
- On June 16, Chief Minister inaugurated the Bhupatipur–Punpun (NH-22) stretch under the Mithapur-Mahuli-Punpun project, significantly reducing travel time from 1 hour to just 10 minutes for lakhs of daily commuters.
- The project has been executed by infrastructure major M/s Afcons Infrastructure Ltd and includes the construction of a 5 km elevated four-lane road, 10 km of at-grade four-lane road, and a 1 km ramp.
- The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of Deputy Chief Ministers , Road Construction Department Minister and several other dignitaries and officials.
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