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1821. Nvidia signs pact with Andhra Pradesh govt to foster India's AI ecosystem; Over 500 startups to gain R&D benefit
- On June 7, 2025, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced an MoU with Nvidia to build India’s first AI university and drive AI innovation in the state.
- Andhra Pradesh, IT Minister Nara Lokesh revealed that 10,000 engineering students will receive AI training and over 500 startups will benefit through Nvidia’s Inception Program.
- The pact with Nvidia aims to boost AI research, skilling, and infrastructure, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a hub in India's AI revolution.
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1822. Karnataka Approves Second Phase of Quantum Research Park to Boost India’s Tech Ambitions
- on June 6, 2025, India finalize an incentive scheme to recycle key minerals like lithium and cobalt, boosting clean energy efforts
- The scheme is part of the National Critical Mineral Mission with ₹1,500 crore allocated to promote domestic recycling.
- Encouraging investment in advanced recycling technologies and infrastructure, reduce dependence on imports and strengthen domestic supply chains.
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1823. PM Modi to visit J&K today to launch ₹46,000 crore infra projects, inaugurate world’s highest rail bridge
- On June 6, 2025, Prime Minister of India visited Jammu & Kashmir to inaugurate infrastructure projects worth ₹46,000 crore, including the Chenab and Anji bridges, significantly enhancing connectivity in the Kashmir Valley.
- The 272-km Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) is dedicated to the nation, offering all-weather rail access via 36 tunnels and 943 bridges, enhancing regional integration.
- Prime Minister of India also lays foundation stones for key roads, flyovers, and the ₹350 crore Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence in Katra to upgrade healthcare and last-mile connectivity.
1824. India's Critical Mineral Recycling Scheme
- on June 6, 2025, India finalize an incentive scheme to recycle key minerals like lithium and cobalt, boosting clean energy efforts
- The scheme is part of the National Critical Mineral Mission with ₹1,500 crore allocated to promote domestic recycling.
- Encouraging investment in advanced recycling technologies and infrastructure, reduce dependence on imports and strengthen domestic supply chains.
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1825. Gujarat govt approves Rs 1,700 crore for urban development across multiple cities
- On June 6, 2025, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel approved urban infrastructure projects worth over ₹1,700 crore, aimed at improving civic amenities, roads, water supply, and waste management across the state.
- The approval covers six municipal corporations in Gujarat, under the state’s continued push for urban renewal and public service improvement.
- The decision, taken on June 6, 2025, is part of Gujarat’s broader commitment to sustainable urban development, economic growth, and better quality of life in fast-growing city regions.
1826. Odisha cabinet gives nod to new biotech scheme, allocates Rs 1,113 crore
- On June 7, 2025, the Odisha Cabinet approved the ‘Development of Biotechnology’ scheme, allocating ₹1,113.5 crore over five years (2025–2030) to boost the state’s bio-economy, research, and innovation under the Biotechnology Policy-2024.
- Chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the Odisha cabinet approved the Mukhyamantri Sahari Bikash Yojana (MSBY) with an outlay of ₹6,000 crore to develop urban infrastructure and generate employment for over 5 lakh skilled and unskilled workers across the state.
- Starting from 2025–26, both schemes will roll out with detailed provisions for infrastructure, skilling, academia-industry collaboration, and ecosystem development. Sub-schemes under biotechnology will target education, commercialisation, and IP monetisation.
1827. India's Critical Mineral Recycling Scheme
- On June 6, 2025, the Mines Ministry announced that the incentive scheme for recycling critical minerals—including lithium, copper, cobalt, and rare earth elements—is in its final stages, as part of the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM).
- Mines Ministry Joint Secretary Dinesh Mahur confirmed a ₹1,500 crore allocation in the Union Budget for the recycling scheme. Public sector enterprises will invest ₹18,000 crore in the mission.
- Launched to support India’s green energy transition, the ₹34,300 crore NCMM aims to boost exploration, reduce imports, develop recycling and processing tech, and secure overseas mineral blocks essential for EVs, wind turbines, and clean energy grids.
1828. India, Italy agree to enhance agriculture and energy cooperation, investments
- On June 6, 2025, the government announced that India and Italy will enhance cooperation in agriculture and energy sectors following Commerce Minister two-day visit to Italy on 5 June 2025, where he co-chaired the 22nd India-Italy JCEC with Deputy PM Antonio Tajani.
- “India and Italy resolved to strengthen cooperation in agriculture and food processing, and to set up Joint Working Groups in the automobile and space sectors.”
- According to the government, a delegation of leaders from about 90 companies accompanied Commerce Minister his trip, during which they visited Italian industries and held several meetings with local companies.
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1829. India’s First Solar EV Charging Station With Second-Life Battery Opens In Bengaluru
- On June 6, 2025, Karnataka launched its first solar-powered EV charging station with second-life battery storage at the BESCOM EV Hub near the airport, inaugurated by Karnataka Energy Minister K J George under the RE2EV pilot project.
- The RE2EV station began operating with a 45 kWp solar rooftop system and a 100 kWh Battery Energy Storage System made from repurposed EV batteries, enabling sustainable, grid-independent charging for up to 23 vehicles.
- Information about the RE2EV project, which is being supported by GIZ India, BESCOM, and DULT under the SUM-ACA initiative, is accessible via BESCOM's 'EV Mitra' app, according to authorities.
1830. Coal India ties up with IPRRCL to develop rail infrastructure
- On June 5, 2025, in Kolkata, Coal India Ltd (CIL) signed a non-binding MoU with Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Ltd (IPRRCL) to develop rail infrastructure for CIL and its subsidiaries.
- The joint venture was set up to provide rail evacuation systems to major ports and to support their capacity and throughput.
- IPRRCL is a joint venture company formed between 11 major ports under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, which holds 90 per cent of the equity capital, and Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), which holds the remaining 10 per cent under the Ministry of Railways.