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1801. Indian Railways to install automatic doors for all new and existing Mumbai suburban train rakes
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- On June 9, 2025, Railway board takes important decision to have automatic door closer facilities in all rakes, currently serving or under manufacturing for Mumbai Suburban.
- Railways decided that a new design for non-AC suburban coaches would be developed to resolve the ventilation issue through three major design modifications.
- The new trainset will be in addition to the ongoing production of 238 air conditioned local trains being manufactured under Mumbai Urban Transport Project.
1802. Eastman Auto & Power Ltd Partners with Vande Bharat E-Vehicles for ₹50 Crore Battery Supply Deal
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- On June 9, 2025, the Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) and the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) signed an MoU to integrate multilingual AI solutions, including Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Text-to-Text Translation, Text-to-Speech (TTS), and Optical Character Recognition (OCR), into Indian Railways' public platforms like NTES and RailMadad, enabling services in 22 Indian languages.
- The Digital India Bhashini Division (DIBD) and the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) signed an MoU in New Delhi to deploy multilingual AI solutions across Indian Railways' platforms, including websites, mobile apps, kiosks, and call centers.
- To achieve linguistic inclusion and AI-driven digital transformation in Indian Railways, making vital public services accessible to millions of passengers by overcoming language barriers.
1803. Indian Railways Joins BHASHINI for Multilingual AI Upgrade
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India
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- On June 9, 2025, Indian Railways and Bhashini Digital India division signed an MoU to add real time voice and text support in 22 Indian languages making travel easier for millions.
- AI tools like speech recognition, translation, chat bots and voice assistants will be embedded in platforms like NTES and Rail Madad to make services more inclusive.
- Boost accessibility for speakers of regional languages, reinforcing the Digital India mission and improving daily travel experiences for diverse users.
1804. LG Manoj Sinha Inaugurates Smart Surveillance System at Vaishno Devi Shrine
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- On June 9, 2025, Lieutenant Governor of J&K inaugurated a CCTV Surveillance System with an Integrated Command & Control Centre (ICCC) at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra, enhancing security, emergency response, and crowd management for pilgrims.
- The system features over 700 cameras, including 170 new high-definition IP cameras and 500 existing ones, covering the entire pilgrimage track, with a central ICCC in Katra and seven Sub-Control Centres for 24×7 monitoring, as per Shrine Board CEO Anshul Garg.
- Equipped with AI-powered tools like facial recognition, gesture recognition, automatic number plate recognition, intrusion detection, and crowd analytics, the system generates automated alerts for crowd build-up, blockages, landslides, and emergencies, enabling swift responses.
- Sinha emphasized training and coordination with police and emergency services, while recent security upgrades include X-ray scanners, metal detectors, and under-vehicle search equipment, following a joint security review, with X posts praising the tech-driven safety measures.
1805. Quantum Energy Expands Manufacturing Facility in Hyderabad to Meet Surging EV Demand
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- On June 9, 2025, Quantum Energy Ltd., a Hyderabad-based EV startup, announced the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Maheshwaram, near the proposed Future City, Hyderabad.
- The state-of-the-art, net-zero facility, with a production capacity of 2 lakh units annually, supports clean energy goals and Telangana’s vision of being a future-ready industrial hub.
- The expansion will generate regional employment and meet rising EV demand, reinforcing Quantum Energy’s strategic growth and commitment to sustainable manufacturing.
1806. DRDO transfers technologies of nine systems to expand defence manufacturing base Read more at: https://manufacturing.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/aerospace-defence/drdo-transfers-technologies-of-nine-systems-to-expand-defence-manufacturing-base/1217
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- The Defence Research and Development Organisation has transferred the technologies of nine advanced defence systems—including a mounted gun system and a tracked anti-terrorist vehicle—to ten public and private sector partners, the Ministry of Defence announced on June 8, 2025.
- BRN Recce Vehicle (Tracked) Mk-II has been transferred to Bharat Electronics Ltd., Mounted Gun System has been licensed to Bharat Forge Ltd., and Anti-Terrorist Vehicle (Tracked Version) has been transferred to Metaltech Motor Bodies Private Ltd.
- Additionally, the full trailer for the 70-tonne tank transporter designed for the main battle tank Arjun Mk-1A has been transferred to four industry partners, including BEML Ltd. A Multi-Purpose Decontamination System has also been licensed to two defence firms
1807. Andhra Pradesh Government Approves ₹450 Crore Water Supply Scheme for Mangalagiri-Tadepalli
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- On 9 June 2025, It was reported that, In a significant development aimed at strengthening urban infrastructure, the Government of Andhra Pradesh has sanctioned a ₹ 450 crore Comprehensive Water Supply Improvement Scheme for the Mangalagiri-Tadepalli Municipal Corporation (MTMC).
- The initiative, led by the Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MA&UD) Department, aims to ensure reliable and equitable access to safe drinking water for all areas within MTMC’s jurisdiction by 2056.
- The initiative is expected to significantly benefit thousands of residents, improve health outcomes, and contribute to the socio-economic development of the region.
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1808. Indian Coast Guard inaugurates dedicated jetty at Kerala Vizhinjam Harbour
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Kerala
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- On June 9, 2025, ICG Director General Paramesh Sivamani inaugurated a dedicated Coast Guard jetty at Vizhinjam Harbour, Kerala to boost vessel deployment speed and mission readiness.
- Located just 10 nautical miles from key international shipping lanes and adjacent to the Vizhinjam Deepwater Port, the 76.7-metre jetty significantly strengthens India’s southwestern coastal security.
- The facility will enhance coastal surveillance, search & rescue, anti-smuggling, and fisheries protection—supporting the Coast Guard’s expanding role with its 190-ship fleet since its founding in 1977.
1809. Rs 111.5 crore sanctioned for Mangalagiri-Tadepalli drinking water system in Andhra Pradesh
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- On June 7, 2025, the Andhra Pradesh government sanctioned an additional ₹111.5 crore to enhance the drinking water supply in Mangalagiri-Tadepalli Municipal Corporation (MTMC), represented by HRD & IT Minister Nara Lokesh.
- The funds will support pipeline work and tank construction in 36 villages under MTMC, as part of a larger ₹450.24 crore water project routed via CRDA and executed by the Public Health and Municipal Engineering Department.
- Alongside water upgrades, MTMC is witnessing a transformation with projects like a ₹1,138 crore underground drainage system, ₹137 crore stormwater plan, and a ₹47 crore 100-bed hospital, aiming to improve urban living and healthcare.
1810. India successfully tests AI-enabled light machine guns in high-altitude terrain
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‘Make in India – Defence Sector
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India
India Today
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- In a step towards enhancing autonomous combat capabilities, India on 9 June 2025, successfully tested an artificial intelligence-enabled light machine gun (LMG) system in high-altitude terrain.
- Developed by Dehradun-based defence firm BSS Material Ltd., the AI-powered Negev LMG underwent trials in collaboration with the Indian Army at an altitude of 14,000 feet, officials said.
- The trials, focused on functionality and accuracy, are part of a broader push to modernise the armed forces through indigenous innovation under the 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.