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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
| RISING BHARAT | News Count (101898) | |
811. HUDCO inks pact with JNPA to collaborate for port infrastructure projects worth ₹5,000 cr
- On October 24, 2025 in New Delhi, HUDCO signed an initial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) to develop and finance port infrastructure projects worth ₹5,000 crore.
- The MoU was signed by HUDCO CMD Sanjay Kulshrestha and JNPA Chairman Unmesh Sharad Wagh to explore collaboration in infrastructure development, financing, and refinancing at JN Port.
- HUDCO, known for financing housing and urban infrastructure, aims through this pact to strengthen port-related infrastructure under a non-binding framework, enhancing India’s maritime and logistics capacity.
812. Assam CM Lays Foundation For Rs 1,000 Crore Development Projects In Silchar
- On October 24,2025, during his two-day Barak Valley visit, Assam CM laid the foundation stone for projects worth ₹1,000 crore in Silchar, including a 208-bedded Super Speciality Hospital at Silchar Medical College and Hospital.
- Developed under the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the ₹300-crore hospital will house six advanced departments, 20 beds each, ICUs, emergency and dialysis units, aiming for completion within 30 months.
- CM announced ₹150 crore for rebuilding Silchar Civil Hospital, a new 500-bed SMCH block by year-end, and PM Modi’s upcoming ₹35,000-crore highway project linking Barak Valley with Guwahati. Several ministers, MPs, and officials attended the event.
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813. Nagaland Launches ‘Safer Nagaland’ App For Weather Alerts
- On October 24, at the NSDMA Conference Hall, Kohima, Advisor Z. Nyusietho Nyuthe launched the “Safer Nagaland” mobile app to provide real-time weather updates and disaster alerts across Nagaland.
- Developed by the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) and NRE, the app uses digital technology to deliver location-based forecasts and early warning alerts directly to citizens’ smartphones.
- The app extends NSDMA’s Weather Portal, offering integrated monitoring and future upgrades like lightning and earthquake alerts, aiming to improve disaster preparedness and public safety across both urban and rural Nagaland.
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814. NFR Operates 620 Special Trains To Tackle Festive Rush In Northeast
- On October 22,2025, It was reported that, NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava stated that Indian Railways is operating 12,011 special trains nationwide this festive season -up from 7,724 last year 2024. Within the NFR zone, 48 special services will run, covering 620 trips between September and December 2025.
- Major stations -including Katihar, New Jalpaiguri, Guwahati, Jogbani, and Kishanganj - have been upgraded with expanded waiting areas, improved passenger info systems, extra ticket counters, and ATVMs. Round-the-clock war rooms, RPF staff, and crowd management teams have also been deployed.
- Festival special trains will connect northeast and eastern cities like Agartala, Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Patna, Gorakhpur, Kolkata, Ranchi, Amritsar, and Bengaluru.
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815. Amit Shah and Bhupendra Patel Inaugurate ₹805-Crore Six-Lane Sanand-Khoraj GIDC Road Project in Ahmedabad
- On October 23, 2025, Union Home and Cooperation Minister laid the foundation for the 28.8 km six-lane widening project of Shantipura–Khoraj GIDC section in Gujarat to improve traffic flow and connectivity in key industrial areas.
- The project is implemented by the Gujarat State Road Development Corporation (GSRDC), involving road widening, elevated flyovers, right-turn flyovers, underpasses, and culverts to enhance industrial and regional transport efficiency.
- The project includes 22.7 km service roads, 13 minor bridges, five underpasses, and a six-lane flyover, aimed at reducing congestion, improving safety, promoting fuel efficiency, and boosting economic and industrial growth in Sanand, Viramgam, and surrounding regions.
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816. PM Modi Distributes 51,000+ Appointment Letters, Launches ‘Viksit Bharat Yojana’ to Provide 3.5 Crore Jobs
- On October 24, 2025 in New Delhi, Prime Minister addressed the 17th National Rozgar Mela, distributing over 51,000 appointment letters and launching the Viksit Bharat Yojana to create 3.5 crore jobs across India.
- Modi stated that youth empowerment remains central to India’s growth, highlighting initiatives like Steel India Mission, National Career Service, and Pratibha Setu for skill training and job linkage.
- Since October 2022, over 11 lakh appointment letters have been issued under the Rozgar Mela, while India’s foreign policy and global MoUs now focus on training, upskilling, and employment generation for the youth.
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817. DPIIT signs MoU with Kotak Mahindra Bank to enhance financial and non-financial support for startups across India
- On October 24, 2025, it was reported that, the DPIIT signed an MoU with Kotak Mahindra Bank in New Delhi to enhance financial and non-financial support for startups, reinforcing India’s goal of becoming a global innovation hub.
- The DPIIT and Kotak Mahindra Bank will jointly provide customized banking solutions, funding access, mentorship, and digital infrastructure, enabling startups to grow through a comprehensive and innovation-led framework.
- The initiative offers zero-balance current accounts, loans, startup cards, API-based banking, digital payment tools, and advisory programs, supporting startups from ideation to market expansion and aligning with India’s self-reliance and entrepreneurship vision.
818. India's Processed Potato Exports Surge On Asian Snack Demand
- On October 23,2025, It was reported that Between FY2022 and FY2025, India’s processed potato exports rose from $11.4 million to $63.3 million, led by dehydrated granules and pellets, marking a 450% surge and expanding India’s role in Asia’s snack supply chain.
- According to GTRI, demand from Southeast and East Asia and supply gaps caused by Europe’s energy shocks and China’s inward shift helped India become a reliable, cost-effective supplier with year-round output.
- Exports of flour, starch, chips, and ready-to-eat potatoes also grew sharply; Malaysia, Philippines, and Indonesia lead buyers. Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh emerged as processing hubs with modern plants and contract farming boosting competitiveness.
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819. Make-In-India drive in defence, Indian Army to buy 4.25 lakh indigenous rifles
- On October 23, 2025, the Indian Army signed a ₹2,772 crore contract to buy 425,000 indigenous CQB carbines from Bharat Forge and PLR Systems for army modernisation in India.
- Bharat Forge will produce 60% and PLR Systems 40% of the order; deliveries start next year, scaling indigenous production and supporting Make in India.
- The lightweight CQB carbines accept optical/tactical sights and suppressors, replace ageing 9x19mm Sterling carbines, and will improve accuracy, engagement speed, and survivability, the Army said.
820. Defence Ministry clears major military modernisation plans worth Rs 79000 crore
- On October 23, 2025 in New Delhi, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved ₹79,000 crore worth of capital acquisition proposals to boost the Army, Navy, and Air Force’s operational capabilities and self-reliance.
- Chaired by Defence Minister the DAC approved indigenous procurements including missile systems, electronic intelligence platforms, amphibious vessels, and long-range targeting systems, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
- The approvals include the Nag Missile System, GBMES, Landing Platform Docks, 30mm Naval Guns, Lightweight Torpedoes, and the CLRTS/DS system, enhancing combat power, mobility, and precision capabilities across all three services.