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1991. Indian Railways Launches 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Circuit' Heritage Train
- On 1 May 2025 , In a tribute to the legendary Maratha ruler, the Indian Railways is launching the 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Circuit' — a 6 day five-day night heritage train tour that will take history enthusiasts on an unforgettable journey through Maharashtra's most iconic landmarks associated with the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
- The tour, scheduled to begin on June 9, 2025, will offer an immersive experience, providing passengers the opportunity to visit historical forts, temples, and monuments linked to the Maratha king's remarkable legacy.
- Starting from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in Mumbai, the train will cover significant destinations such as Raigad Fort, Lal Mahal and Kasba Ganapati, Shivsrushti, Shivneri Fort, Pratapgarh Fort, Panhala Fort, Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, and Mahalakshmi Temple in Kolhapur
1992. India’s plastics exports grow 8% in FY 2024–25, reaching USD 12.5 billion: PLEXCONCIL
- On 30 April 2025, It was reported that, The Plastics Export Promotion Council (PLEXCONCIL) recorded an 8% increase in exports during the financial year 2024–25, with total exports reaching USD 12.5 billion, up from USD 11.5 billion in 2023–24.
- The growth in India’s plastics exports during FY 2024–25 was driven by strong performances across several key product categories. Plastic Films & Sheets saw a robust 15.9% rise, increasing from USD 1,750 million to USD 2,028 million, while FIBC, Woven Sacks, Woven Fabrics & Tarpaulin grew by 16% to reach USD 1,571 million, up from USD 1,355 million.
- “India’s plastics export sector has demonstrated remarkable performance, growing by 8% to reach USD 12.5 billion in 2024–25. This growth is a testament to our industry's innovation, adaptability, and strong global demand across diverse product categories and geographies,” said Vikram Bhadauria, Chairman of PLEXCONCIL, in a statement.
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1993. TN CM launches special scheme on electronics components targets Rs 30 000 cr investments
- On April 30,2025, Aiming to garner investments to the tune of Rs 30,000 crore and create 60,000 jobs in the State, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched the 'Tamil Nadu Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme.
- The 'Tamil Nadu Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme' would offer incentives to attract companies that benefit under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme of the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, it said.
- Through this scheme, the government would offer incentives that match the subsidies announced under the Centre's scheme.
1994. Odisha Government sign MoU with Gates Foundation to promote agricultural transformation in state
- On 30 April 2025 The Government of Odisha signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gates Foundation to scale up farmers' income and promote inclusive agricultural transformation in Odisha.
- The MoU outlines a multi-year partnership focusing on technical support, research, and on-ground implementation of climate-smart agricultural practices. Anchored by the Department of Agricultural and Farmers' Empowerment (DAFE) and the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department.
- The initiative will drive science-based, ground-level interventions for sustainable agricultural growth.
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1995. Meghalaya Government Partners with Digital India to Digitize Garo and Khasi Languages
- The MoU was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma and Minister of Art and Culture Paul Lyngdoh, along with members of the Khasi and A’chik Literature Societies.
- BHASHINI, a key initiative under the Digital India programme, aims to bridge language barriers by using advanced natural language technologies. Already functional in 22 Indian languages, the addition of Garo and Khasi places Meghalaya among the select states making their indigenous languages digitally accessible
- Khasi language has been recently incorporated the BHASHINI app development phase for refinement while efforts are underway to establish the Garo language within the platform.
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1996. DRDO scramjet test marks a big leap toward hypersonic weapons arsenal
- On April 29, 2025, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), a Hyderabad-based laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), conducted long-duration active cooled scramjet subscale combustor ground testing for more than 1,000 seconds.
- The test, which was in continuation of the earlier test in January 2025 that lasted for 120 seconds, was carried out at the newly-built Scramjet Connect Test Facility at Hyderabad.
- Hypersonic cruise missile is a class of weapons that can travel more than five times the speed of sound (> 6100 Kmph) for a long duration and is powered by an air-breathing engine.
1997. Centre releases guidelines for setting up bio-resource centres to aid natural farming transition
- On 28 April 2025 The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has come up with the guidelines for setting up of bio-input resource centres (BRC) under the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF).
- Under the guidelines published financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh will be provided as support to set up each centre. But experts and stakeholders have flagged that this amount may be inadequate in successfully setting up and running a BRC that can support transition for farmers to natural farming.
- The initiative was first announced by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the budget speech for 2023-24, with a plan to set up 10,000 BRCs.
1998. From Karnataka to the Guinness Book: This railway marvel creates new record
- On 12 April 2025 India has once again etched its name into the annals of global records with the inauguration of the world's longest railway platform at the Shree Siddharoodha Swamiji Hubballi Junction in Karnataka.
- The monumental achievement not only showcases the nation's prowess in infrastructure development but also underscores the strategic importance of Hubballi in India's expansive railway network.
- Stretching an impressive 1,507 meters (approximately 4,944 feet), the newly constructed platform at Hubballi Junction surpasses all previous records, earning it a coveted spot in the Guinness World Records This colossal platform not only facilitates the accommodation of longer trains but also enhances the operational efficiency of the station, allowing for smoother boarding and alighting processes for passengers.
- . The station's expansion and modernization are reflective of the broader initiatives undertaken by Indian Railways to bolster connectivity and streamline operations across its vast network .
1999. Apple App Store powers Rs 44,447 Cr boost to India economy in 2024
- On 28 April 2025 Apple’s App Store facilitated a cumulative Rs 44,447 crores ($5.31 billion approximately) in developer billings and sales in 2024,
- according to a new report. About 94 percent of this commerce is said to have gone directly to developers and businesses, without any commission paid to Apple.
- In 2024, Indian developers earned Rs 38,906 crores (about $4.65 billion) from selling physical goods and services, Rs 3,014 crores (about $352.9 million) from in-app advertising, and Rs 2,527 crores (about $302 million) from digital goods and services through the App Store,
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2000. Reliance Industries commission its first line for manufacturing of solar panels
- On 28 April 2025 Reliance Industries has commissioned its first line for manufacturing of solar panels and is on track to build battery storage production facilities, the firm said in an investor presentation.
- The first line of solar PV modules (has been) commissioned,” RIL said in an investor presentation post announcing FY25 earnings .
- Domestic solar panel manufacturing will help India in achieving its broader goal of 500 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity by 2030