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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
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651. Indrajaal unveils India's first AI-powered Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle capable of neutralising hostile drones even while in motion
- On Nove,mber 27, 2025, Hyderabad-based Indrajaal Drone Defence has unveiled the Indrajaal Ranger, which it calls India’s first AI-powered Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle (ADPV) that is capable to detect, track, and neutralise hostile drones while the vehicle is in motion.
- The mobile platform is designed to cover border roads, canal belts, agricultural stretches, critical infrastructure, and dense urban pockets. Its core features include autonomous threat assessment, instant interception, and multi-sensor awareness through an AI-enabled command system.
- The Ranger has been developed by Grene Robotics and operates on an all-terrain 4x4 chassis equipped with multiple detection and mitigation systems. These include GNSS spoofing, radio frequency jamming, a cyber takeover unit that can remotely control rogue drones, and kinetic kill mechanisms.
652. Union Home Ministry takes over Ladakh LG’s financial powers for project approvals up to Rs 100 crore
- On November 24, 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) assumed exclusive financial authority in Ladakh, taking over powers earlier held by Lieutenant Governorto approve schemes and projects up to ₹100 crore.
- Under the new framework, all sanctioning powers of Administrative Secretaries, Chief Engineers, Deputy Commissioners, and Hill Council CEOs—previously ranging from ₹3 crore to ₹20 crore—have been withdrawn, and all such approvals will now be issued directly by the MHA.
- While the Contract Committee may still award contracts between ₹40 crore and ₹100 crore, these require MHA’s administrative and expenditure approval; all project proposals must now be routed through Ladakh’s Planning, Development & Monitoring Department before submission to the MHA.
653. India’s economy grows 8.2% y/y in second quarter, beats forecasts
- On November 28, 2025, India’s GDP growth for Q2 FY26 surged to a 6-quarter high of 8.2%, beating both ET’s 7.3% forecast and RBI’s 7% estimate, driven by strong rural demand, higher government spending, and robust Secondary (8.1%) and Tertiary (9.2%) sector performance.
- GST cuts from September 22, 2025pre-festive inventory buildup, revived FMCG demand, and expectations of ₹2 lakh crore in additional household purchasing power boosted consumption; meanwhile, the rural economy, agriculture, manufacturing and construction underpinned momentum.
- Industrial output averaged 4.1%, manufacturing grew 4.9%, government capex rose 31%, and exports jumped 8.8% due to front-loaded shipments—though urban demand and private investment remained relatively subdued.
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654. India Ranks Third In Asia Power Index 2025, Just Behind US And China
- On November 28, 2025, India secured the 3rd position in the Asia Power Index 2025 released by Australia’s Lowy Institute, ranking behind the United States and China but crossing the threshold for “major power” status for the first time.
- India’s overall score rose to 40/100 (a gain of 2%), driven by strong post-Covid economic recovery, rising geopolitical influence, and steady gains in military capability and technology; China scored 73.7, the US 81.7, while Russia showed its first power rebound since 2019.
- The 2025 Index evaluated 27 countries across 131 indicators in eight domains-military, economy, diplomacy, culture, resilience and future resources-showing China narrowing the gap with the US, Japan remaining steady, and Southeast Asian nations making modest improvements.
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655. India-US sign Rs 7,995 cr agreement for Navy's MH-60R helicopter fleet support: Defence Ministry
- On November 28, 2025, India signed Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) with the United States under the FMS programme for five-year sustainment support of the Indian Navy’s MH-60R helicopters, valued at approximately ₹7,995 crore.
- The package covers spares, support equipment, training, technical assistance, component repair and replenishment, and creation of Intermediate-level repair and Periodic Maintenance Inspection facilities in India—strengthening Aatmanirbhar Bharat by reducing long-term dependence on the US and boosting MSME participation.
- The sustainment support will sharply improve the operational availability of MH-60R helicopters—key platforms with all-weather and Anti-Submarine Warfare capability—allowing efficient deployment from dispersed bases and naval ships for primary and secondary missions
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656. Gorakhpur-Izzatnagar Express Flagged Off
- On November 27, 2025, the Union Railway Minister and the Minister of State for Electronics and IT jointly flagged off the extended Gorakhpur-Izzatnagar Express through video conference from New Delhi. The Gorakhpur-Pilibhit Express has now been officially extended up to Izzatnagar station.
- The minister highlighted that the train service, inaugurated from Bareilly, will substantially strengthen connectivity from Bareilly to Pilibhit and onward to Gorakhpur. He also underlined the massive increase in Uttar Pradesh’s railway budget, which has risen nearly 18 times compared to eleven years ago. The allocation for railway development in the state has now reached ₹18,458 crore, up from just ₹1,109 crore previously.
- Providing further updates, the Railway Minister informed that redevelopment work is in progress at 157 railway stations across Uttar Pradesh under the Amrit Bharat Station Program.
657. Indian Army Boosts Community-Led Adventure Tourism in North Sikkim
- It was reported on November 27, 2025, that the Indian Army provided specialised high-altitude equipment to residents of Yumthang Valley, North Sikkim, to boost community-led adventure tourism. The supplies, including camping gear, climbing essentials, safety equipment, and cooking sets, will help villagers organise safe and structured adventure activities for 20-25 daily tourists.
- The initiative follows the Army’s earlier outreach efforts in Sikkim, such as high-altitude rescue training, medical support, and eco-tourism development around Gurudongmar Lake, Chungthang, and Thangu. Local leaders said the support would enhance youth confidence, create sustainable livelihoods, and formalise tourism operations.
- According to the Indian Army, the broader goal is to promote safe trekking, well-guided camping experiences, and environmentally responsible tourism across North Sikkim’s high-altitude terrain.
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658. Government Approves Tex-RAMPS Research & Innovation Scheme
- On November 27, 2025, the Central Government approved a new central sector scheme, Textiles Focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (Tex-RAMPS), aimed at boosting research, innovation, and competitiveness in the country's textiles sector. According to a press release by the Ministry of Textiles, the scheme carries a total outlay of Rs 305 crore for the period 2025-26 to 2030-31. Tex-RAMPS will be fully funded by the ministry and will focus on future-proofing Bharat's textiles and apparel ecosystem.
- The scheme also aims to nurture high-value textile start-ups through incubators, hackathons, and collaboration between academia and industry.
- The government expects the Tex-RAMPS initiative to boost Bharat's global competitiveness, strengthen research and innovation frameworks, improve data-driven policy decisions, create new employment opportunities, and deepen collaboration among States, industry, academia, and government bodies.
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659. PM Inaugurates Indian Space Start-Up Skyroot's Infinity Campus, Unveils Rocket Vikram-I
- On November 27, 2025, the Prime Minister inaugurated Skyroot’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad, Telangana. The PM also unveiled Skyroot’s first orbital rocket, Vikram I, which has the capability to launch satellites into orbit.
- Skyroot’s Infinity Campus is a state-of-the-art facility with around 200,000 square feet of workspace for designing, developing, integrating and testing multiple launch vehicles, with the capacity to build one orbital rocket every month.
- Skyroot is Bharat’s leading private space company, founded by Pawan Chandana and Bharath Dhaka, both alumni of the Indian Institutes of Technology and former ISRO scientists turned entrepreneurs. In November 2022, Skyroot launched its sub-orbital rocket, Vikram S, becoming the first Indian private company to launch a rocket into space.
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660. IIT Madras Develops Nation's First Indigenous Vessel Traffic Management System For Ports
- Reported on November 26, 2025, IIT Madras researchers unveiled Bharat’s first Indigenous Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) for ports. Developed entirely by the National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC) as per the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways' requirements, the system is already operational at Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. It is also being considered for deployment at two more ports on the western coast.
- The indigenous VTMS brings several significant benefits, primarily giving the Government of India full strategic control over source codes, databases, and the entire technology stack. With complete access to technical knowledge, the country can build a skilled workforce with advanced expertise, reduce foreign exchange outflow, and eliminate long-term dependency on private or foreign vendors. The system also ensures that upgrades, maintenance, and scaling remain under national control.
- Key features of the system include an open-source design, secure data handling, and OEM-independent interfacing with radar and voice systems. It offers defence-grade security, low deployment and maintenance costs, and the flexibility to integrate global best practices.