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1921. India’s Longest Rail Flyover Girder Launched at Kalambol in Navi Mumbai
- On 13 May, 2025 it was reported that, In a major boost to India’s freight infrastructure, the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL) has successfully launched a record-setting Open Web Steel Girder measuring 110.5 meters in length and weighing approximately 1,500 tonnes.
- The monumental structure now holds the distinction of being the longest Rail Flyover (RFO) girder ever constructed by DFCCIL, marking a landmark achievement in the corporation’s engineering journey.
- It reflects the broader vision of strengthening India’s economic foundation through world-class infrastructure development.
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1922. India’s Solar Capacity Surges Past 107.9 GW, Driving Renewable Growth
- On 13 May 2025 , India has made significant progress in the renewable energy sector, particularly in solar power. As of the end of April 2025, the country had installed a total of 107,945.6 MW of solar photovoltaic capacity.
- The accounts for more than 61.44 percent of India’s total renewable energy capacity, excluding large hydroelectric power. This growth highlights the impact of falling solar panel prices, better technology, strong government support, and increased awareness about clean energy among the public.
- The month of April 2025, India installed 2.299 GW of solar power, which was a 2.18 percent increase from March 2025. During the financial year 2024–25, India added 23,832.89 MW of new solar capacity. This amount alone made up about 83 percent of the total renewable energy capacity added during the same time.
1923. ASTRA TT Signs Strategic MOU with India's BIS to Accelerate Green Charging Infrastructure Across the Nation
- On 11 May,2025. It was reported that, ASTRA TT, a global leader in smart, eco-friendly charging technologies, has officially entered a strategic partnership with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to promote the deployment of certified shared charging infrastructure throughout India. This landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is set to align with India's 2030 Green Development Goals and marks a major milestone in public-private collaboration for sustainable energy transformation.
- Under the MOU, ASTRA TT and BIS will collaborate on the deployment of certified charging stations in over 50 Indian cities by the end of the year, while co-developing national guidelines for shared power infrastructure to support India's Smart Cities Mission and green mobility ambitions.
- "The partnership allows us to support BIS in shaping a new generation of clean energy access points that will benefit both urban and emerging markets."
1924. India exports 4.24 lakh tonnes of sugar by April in current season: Aista
- India exported 4.24 lakh tonnes of sugar till April of the ongoing 2024-25 marketing year with maximum shipments of 92,758 tonnes to Somalia, trade body AISTA said on 12 May 2025.
- According to the All India Sugar Trade Association (AISTA), mills have exported a total of 4,24,089 tonnes of sugar till April 30 of the current marketing year.
- Of the total exports undertaken so far, maximum shipments have been to Somalia at 92,758 tonnes, followed by Afghanistan at 66,927 tonnes, Sri Lanka at 60,357 tonnes, and Djibouti at 47,100 tonnes.
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1925. Andhra's Havelock Bridge set for Rs 46 crore transformation
- On 12 May 2025, The Central government has sanctioned Rs 46 crore under the Akhanda Godavari project to develop the historic Havelock Bridge in Rajamahendravaram into a major tourism destination .
- As part of the project, authorities will also redevelop Pushkar Ghat. The funding falls under the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investments (SASCI).
- The project is a game changer for the Godavari region,” he said. The Havelock Bridge, built on 56 pillars and spanning 2.9 km across the Godavari River, served as a vital railway link for over a century before its decommissioning in 1997.
1926. Indian pharma industry showed ‘impressive’ growth in April
- On 11 may, 2025 It was Reported that, The Indian Pharmaceutical Market continued its upward momentum in April 2025, registering a strong 7.8 per cent year-on-year growth with total sales reaching Rs 19,711 crore, according to a report by Pharmatrack.
- The monthly performance added an impressive Rs 1,424 crore in incremental sales, underscoring the sector’s sustained resilience and demand, the report added. According to the report, the sales growth was primarily driven by price-led expansion, followed by the impact of new product introductions (NIS).
- On a Moving Annual Total (MAT) basis, the report added that the industry surged to Rs 2,27,361 Crore, reflecting a year-over-year growth of 8.3 per cent and a healthy 10.3 per cent Compound annual growth rate (CAGR), highlighting the sector’s resilience and longterm growth potential. T
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1927. Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra ink MoU for Tapti Basin Mega Recharge Project
- In a significant move towards regional water security, the governments of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra on 10 May,2025, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly implement the Tapti Basin Mega Recharge Project.
- The agreement, aimed at addressing the water needs of select regions in both States, was finalised following a meeting of the Madhya Pradesh–Maharashtra Inter-State Control Board held in Bhopal.
- The MoU aims to benefit 5.78 Lakh acres of land and boost irrigation for for Vidarbha and North Maharashtra, said Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister ,
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1928. India’s first hydrogen-powered truck for mining logistics deployed in Chhattisgarh
- On 11 May 2025 , The country’s first hydrogen fuel cell truck to promote cleaner transportation for mining logistics has been deployed at the Chhattisgarh government’s coal block by Adani Enterprises .
- Each truck, equipped with smart technology and three hydrogen tanks, can carry up to 40 tons of cargo over a 200-kilometer range.
- The launch of India's first hydrogen-powered truck in Chhattisgarh reflects the state's commitment to sustainability. Such initiatives will significantly reduce our carbon footprint and set a new standard for industry”
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1929. Metro Line 3 Phase 2 Opens Up Connecting BKC To Worli; Over 26K Commuters Take Ride On Day 1 After Opening For Public
- In a big leap for Mumbai’s public transport, Metro Line 3's second phase—connecting Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) to Acharya Atre Chowk in Worli—officially began operations on 10 May, 2025.
- Commuters can now travel directly from Aarey to Worli without changing trains, a convenience previously unavailable in Mumbai’s crowded suburban rail network.
- Fares for Phase 2A range from Rs 10 to Rs 40, with a full journey from JVLR Aarey to Acharya Atre Chowk costing Rs 60. A total of 244 metro services will operate daily using eight trains, with a frequency of 6 minutes and 20 seconds between each. Travel times will range from 15-20 minutes between BKC and Acharya Atre Chowk, and about 36 minutes end-to-end.
1930. BrahMos Missile Manufacturing Plant Inauguration In Lucknow Today, To Roll Out Up To 100 Supersonic Missiles A Year
- On 11 May 2025 , India is set to boost its defence manufacturing capabilities with the inauguration of a BrahMos missile production facility in Lucknow
- The unit aims to produce 80 to 100 supersonic cruise missiles each year and is part of the larger Defence Industrial Corridor being developed in Uttar Pradesh.
- The BrahMos missile, a joint venture between India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya, is a key asset in India’s strategic arsenal.
- The inauguration of the BrahMos unit worth Rs 300 crore will certainly be a big boost to the project in the state. About 1,600 hectares of land have been allotted for the defence corridor project in the first phase, with big companies having already signed MoUs