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2501. Over 1250 km road length constructed by BRO along Indo-China border in Ladakh
- On March 18, 2025, a report tabled in both Houses of Parliament revealed that the Border Roads Organization (BRO) has constructed over 1,250 km of roads along the Indo-China border in Ladakh, reinforcing strategic connectivity.
- The Indian Army identified 476 roads (totaling 22,156 km) for construction and improvement under the Long-Term Roll-on Works Plan (LTRoWP). Ladakh-specific projects: Phase-I: 12 roads, totaling 1,099.02 km (11 completed, 1 under construction). Phase-II: 4 roads, totaling 173.38 km (1 completed, 3 under construction).
- Tourism has significantly increased, with travel time reduced from two days to a single day. The roads are not only strategic for defence but also boost the local economy.
- BRO’s continued investment in high-altitude road networks ensures better mobility for troops and civilians. Infrastructure projects will further enhance national security and economic growth in Ladakh.
2502. Datta Power Infra Signs PPA with SJVN for 70-MW Wind Power Project
- On 17 march, 2025, Datta Power Infra Group has inked a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SJVN Limited for a 70-MW Wind Power Project, marking a significant step under SJVN’s WIND-1 initiative aimed at developing 600 MW of ISTS-connected wind power projects across India.
- The agreement highlights India’s progress in expanding its clean energy capacity, contributing to the nation's target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.
- The 70-MW wind project, valued at approximately $84 million, aims to support carbon emission reduction and enhance energy security, further establishing Datta Power Infra Group’s leadership in India’s renewable energy sector.
2503. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates MIST Submarine Cable System, Boosting India's Data Communication Infrastructure
- On 17 march,2025, Maharashtra CM Inaugurates MIST Submarine Cable System, which is being rolled out in phases, is set to greatly enhance India’s data communication infrastructure.
- The advancement is expected to fuel innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology, driving the country’s digital growth to new heights.
- ‘NTT Data – Gateway to the World’ is an initiative in digital transformation and IT services. NTT Corporation and NTT Data, leading Japanese IT service companies, specialise in data management, cloud solutions, AI, and cybersecurity, working on cutting-edge technologies.
2504. Isro chairman V Narayanan launches thermal research centre at IIT-M
- On 17 march,2025, V Narayanan, chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) launched a new fluid and thermal research centre at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) .
- The centre, named ‘Shri S Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research’ is housed at the Department of Mechanical Engineering and will focus on critical advancements in spacecraft and launch vehicle thermal management.
- Scientists and engineers from the Isro will work alongside faculty and researchers from IIT Madras to address complex thermal challenges in space applications. The centre will also focus on encouraging Isro scientists to pursue advanced degrees at IIT Madras while fostering industry-academia collaborations.
2505. From imports to exports: How India is becoming a global toy manufacturing hub
- on 1 march 2025, It was reported that, The Indian toy industry has, in the last decade, experienced a revolutionary change from a net importer to a rising manufacturing giant of the world.
- From 2015-16, India's toy sector consisted of about 15,000 units manufacturing toys worth Rs 1,688 crore with about 35,000 employees. At 2022-23, the reliance on imported inputs had declined from 33% to a lowly 12%, reflecting India's growing self-sufficiency in toy production.
- The Indian government has devised policies to encourage domestic production. These encompass the "Make in India" policy and levying of higher import duties on foreign-made toys, lowering imports' competitiveness and spurring local production.
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2506. Isro develops high-speed microprocessors for space missions
- On 18 march 2025 The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) and the Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh have jointly developed two cutting-edge 32-bit microprocessors, Vikram 3201 and Kalpana 3201, specifically designed for space applications
- The first production lots of these microprocessors were handed over to Dr. V. Narayanan, Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, Isro.
- Vikram 3201 is India's first fully indigenous 32-bit microprocessor qualified for use in the harsh conditions of launch vehicles.
- 32-bit microprocessor is a type of microprocessor with a data bus, registers, and address bus that are 32 bits wide. This means it can process 32 bits of data at a time, handle memory addresses of up to 4 GB, and execute 32-bit instructions.
2507. 360 km of bullet train project completed, Maharashtra section progressing: Vaishnaw
- On 1 march, 2025, Union Railway Minister of India inspected the Ahmedabad Railway Station Redevelopment Project and announced that 360 km of the Bullet Train project has been completed, with the Maharashtra section making significant progress.
- "The work of almost 360 km of the Bullet Train has been completed, and the loss of two and a half years that we had due to the permission denied by (Uddhav) Thackeray, we are trying to make up that as well said' Union Railway Minister of India
- Union Railway Minister of India further added that the Maharashtra section of the Bullet Train is progressing well, with "almost 2 km of the undersea tunnel ready".
2508. India’s core sector growth remains steady at 4.6% in January
- On 28 February,2025, It was Reported that India's infrastructure output, which accounts for about two-fifths of industrial production, remained steady at 4.6% in January, slightly lower than 4.8% in December.
- The growth was driven by increased production in cement, refinery products, coal, steel, fertilizers, and electricity.
- While cement saw strong growth due to demand from the real estate and roads sector, coal, steel, and electricity growth remained subdued. Given this trend, IIP growth is expected to be in the range of 4-5%," said Madan Sabnavis, chief economist, Bank of Baroda.
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2509. Adani Green crosses 12GW renewable capacity, added 275 MW solar project
- On 28 February 2025, Adani Green Energy (AGEL) said its total operational renewable energy generation capacity has increased to 12,258.1 MW with the commissioning of an additional 275 MW of solar power project at Khavda, Gujarat.
- Based on the relevant clearances, it was decided on February 27, 2025 to operationalize the plant and commence power generation from February 28, 2025, it added.
- Adani Green Energy is developing the world's largest renewable energy plant of 30,000 MW on the barren waste land at Khavda in Kutch, Gujarat.
2510. In A First, India Is Now Exporting Apple Components To China And Vietnam - Thanks To 'Make In India'
- For the first time, India has begun exporting electronic components to China and Vietnam for the manufacturing of Apple products, marking a strategic shift in the global supply chain.
- By exporting key parts, India is gaining a foothold in global electronics manufacturing, with industry experts projecting that the country could achieve $35-40 billion in component exports by 2030-31.
- While it's mainly components like enclosures now, the 'Make in India' initiative promises more advanced component manufacturing in the future," said Counterpoint’s Shah.
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