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821. Cochin Shipyard delivers first indigenous anti-submarine vessel Mahe to Indian Navy
- On October 22, 2025, It was reported that, Cochin Shipyard Limited delivered Mahe, the first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy in Kochi, marking a major step toward India’s Aatma Nirbhar Bharat defence manufacturing goal.
- The vessel was handed over by CSL Director Dr. S. Harikrishnan to Commander Amit Chandra Choubey, built indigenously under DNV standards with over 90% Indian content, showcasing how India strengthens its self-reliant defence production.
- Mahe, measuring 78 metres, features a diesel engine-waterjet propulsion system for speed and flexibility, supports surveillance, rescue, and mine-laying, and is the first of eight vessels under phased construction at CSL.
822. Indian Railways approves ₹757 crore fourth line between Tambaram and Chengalpattu
- On October 23, 2025, the Ministry of Railways approved laying a fourth line between Tambaram and Chengalpattu at a cost of ₹757.18 crore to ease congestion and enhance connectivity in southern Tamil Nadu.
- Railways Minister approved the project, which will be executed by Southern Railway under Plan Head-15 (Doubling) as part of the Energy, Mineral, and Cement Corridor to boost operational efficiency.
- The new line will handle 87-136% capacity growth, generate 1.344 million tonnes of additional freight annually, yield ₹157 crore in earnings, and benefit commuters near SIPCOT parks and the upcoming Parandur airport.
823. India builds home-grown heavy-ordnance robot
- On October 22, 2025, It was reported that, DRDO signed a Technology Transfer agreement with Sagar Defence Engineering (Pune) to manufacture UXOR robots for the Indian Air Force, enhancing India’s indigenous defence production capabilities.
- Under the pact, Sagar Defence and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) will jointly produce UXOR, designed by DRDO to neutralise 1,000 kg unexploded ordnance using remote water-jet cutting from two kilometres away.
- UXOR’s success in IAF field trials confirms operational readiness. The project opens vast opportunities for robotics, AI-control, automation, and defence supply-chain industries, aligning India’s industrial growth with national security.
824. SECI, DRDO Sign MoU to Develop 300 MW Renewable Energy Projects for Defence Sector
- On October 22, 2025, It was reported that, SECI and DRDO signed an MoU at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi, to develop renewable energy projects exceeding 300 MW across DRDO establishments in India.
- The MoU, attended by senior MNRE and DRDO officials, enables SECI to Build, Own, and Operate solar projects, ensuring reliable clean power for defence units while advancing India’s self-reliance goals.
- Work has begun on a 100 MW solar project at Chitradurga, Karnataka, connected via ISTS. The initiative aligns India’s defence preparedness with its renewable energy transition strategy.
825. Keep your car looking like new: Simple tips to keep your car’s shining
- On October 22,2025 it was reported that, Between April and September 2025, India’s domestic auto sales rose 0.6% to 1.31 crore units, while exports surged 24% to 3.14 million units the best mid-year performance in Indian automobile history.
- According to industry data and Dr. Pawan Goenka, Indian automakers like Maruti Suzuki, Bajaj, and Mahindra achieved record export growth by expanding global market focus and introducing new models like the e-Vitara EV.
- Passenger vehicle exports rose 18%, two-wheelers 21%, and commercial vehicles 23%. Maruti Suzuki led car exports (2.05 lakh units), Bajaj topped bikes (8.9 lakh), and Mahindra dominated CV exports (8,860 units).
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826. Diwali 2025 sales hit a record ₹6.05 trn, Indian goods see 25% rise: Cait
- On October 21, 2025, It was reported that, Diwali sales across India touched a record ₹6.05 trillion ₹5.40 trillion in goods and ₹65,000 crore in services -marking a 25% growth from last year’s ₹4.25 trillion.
- As per CAIT Secretary General and BJP MP, PM Modi’s “Vocal for Local” appeal boosted domestic sales, with 87% of consumers choosing Indian-made goods and demand for Chinese products sharply declining.
- FMCG led sales at 12%, followed by gold & jewellery (10%) and electronics (8%). Lower GST rates and high trader-consumer confidence fueled growth, generating around 5 million temporary jobs during the festive season.
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827. UPI transactions surge to Rs 94,000 crore daily in Oct, set for record festive month
- On October 22, 2025, It was Reported that, UPI transactions across India rose 13% over September, reaching an average daily value of ₹94,000 crore, driven by Diwali shopping and festive digital spending.
- According to NPCI, UPI, which powers 85% of India’s digital payments, achieved this growth through strong consumer adoption and high transaction activity during the festival season.
- UPI hit a record 740 million transactions in one day and crossed ₹1 lakh crore in daily value six times, with monthly totals expected to exceed ₹28 lakh crore breaking its previous ₹25 lakh crore record.
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828. Chandrayaan-2 Makes First-Ever Observation of Sun's Impact on Moon, Says ISRO
- On October 18, 2025, ISRO announced that Chandrayaan-2’s orbiter made the first direct observation of solar wind interacting with the Moon’s surface, revealing chemical changes in the lunar regolith through its X-ray spectrometer.
- The data shows solar wind particles subtly alter the Moon’s surface composition- offering the first direct evidence of how solar activity shapes lunar evolution and improves scientific models of the Moon’s environment.
- Despite the lander’s crash, Chandrayaan-2’s orbiter continues to deliver groundbreaking results, cementing India’s leadership in lunar exploration and supporting future resource-based missions.
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829. KAVACH Lab Model Inaugurated at NFR’s Signal & Telecom STC to Strengthen Railway Safety Training
- On October 18, 2025, Northeast Frontier Railway GM Chetan Kumar Shrivastava inaugurated a state-of-the-art KAVACH Lab Model at the Signal & Telecom Training Centre in Pandu, Agartala.
- The lab, part of Indian Railways’ AtmaNirbhar Bharat initiative, aims to enhance safety, reliability, and operational efficiency under the Zero Accident Mission through real-time simulation and technical training.
- Equipped with complete KAVACH subsystems Station, Loco, GPS, GSM, and simulation panels—it provides hands-on learning for railway staff, boosting system understanding, fault diagnostics, and coordination skills.
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830. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, CM Yogi Flag Off First BrahMos Missile Batch From Lucknow Unit
- Defence Minister and Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh flagged off the first batch of BrahMos missiles manufactured at the BrahMos Aerospace unit in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh On October 18, 2025.
- Defence Minister said that country is making its mark in the defence manufacturing sector and many countries are now interested in technical association with India. He said that recently the Brahmos team has signed contact with two countries worth four thousand crore rupees.
- The Lucknow BrahMos unit is the first facility in the Uttar Pradesh Defence Corridor where the entire process, from missile system manufacturing to final testing, is carried out indigenously. During the event, the Defence Minister and the Chief Minister inaugurated the Booster Building and witnessed a demonstration of the booster docking process.