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2411. Centre sanctions Rs 338 crores for Lava-Pedong road to boost connectivity to Gangtok
- On 9 march 2025 the Centre govertment has sanctioned Rs 338 crores for widening and upgrading the Lava-Pedong road, which serves as an alternative route when NH10 is blocked. The move will serve as a major step towards improving road connectivity to Sikkim’s Gangtok.
- The expansion, undertaken by the National Highways Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), will convert the existing stretch into a two-lane road with paved shoulders under the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) mode
- The project aims to ease traffic congestion and ensure smoother travel between North Bengal and Sikkim.
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2412. DPIIT and Mercedes-Benz India sign MoU to boost manufacturing, road safety, and sustainability
- On 7 march 2025 the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) and Mercedes-Benz India Private Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost manufacturing, road safety and sustainability.
- DPIIT, the partnership will focus on creating structured programs and initiatives that provide startups with infrastructure, mentorship, funding opportunities, and market linkages. it will also facilitate international collaborations and ensure knowledge exchange to drive long-term impact.
- India is committed to fostering innovation and driving societal change.This collaboration between DPIIT and Mercedes-Benz India marks a significant milestone in India's efforts to promote technological excellence, sustainability, and road safety.
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2413. CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates Avaada Group's 1.5GW solar facility in Noida
- On 10 March, 2025, it was reported that, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister has inaugurated its 1.5 GW solar module manufacturing Gigafactory in Noida.
- The foundation stone has also been laid for Avaada Electro's ambitious 5 GW integrated solar manufacturing unit at Ecotech, Greater Noida, the company said in a statement. Spread over 50+ acres in Ecotech-16, the plant will produce cutting-edge TOPCon N-Type solar cells with industrial-scale high efficiency.
- The facility specialises in TOPCon N-Type bifacial glass-to-glass PV modules, featuring advanced multi-busbar configurations (16 to 24 busbars) to enhance efficiency.
2414. India’s First AI-Powered Knee Replacement Robot– Misso
- On 8 march 2025 Hon’ble Prime of india inaugurated the first phase of the 450-bedded Namo Hospital in Silvassa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The ₹460 crore facility is a state-of-the-art healthcare institution, designed to provide advanced medical services to the region.
- Meril’s CEO, Mr. Vivek Shah presented India’s first indigenously developed AI-powered robotic system for knee replacement surgery,
- The cutting-edge technology is poised to revolutionize orthopedic surgeries in India, offering greater precision and improved patient outcomes.
2415. Vande Bharat Express tender: Oriental Rail Infrastructure secures Rs 42.89 crore contract from Indian Railways
- On 9 March,2025, It was reported that, The Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala has awarded a tender worth Rs 42,89,14,008.64 (Rupees Forty Two Crore Eighty Nine Lakhs Fourteen Thousand Eight and Paise Sixty Four only) to the Oriental Rail Infrastructure Limited for the supply of 8 sets of One Rake set of “Seats” without Seat Fixing profile for Trainset-18.
- According to the contract, Oriental Rail Infrastructure Limited will execute the necessary orders by July 24, 2026. With this new order, the company has entered into the segment of ‘Vande Bharat.’
- In a release, the company said, “Further, 95 % of the payment to be received against Inspection Certificate issued by the nominated inspection agency as specified in the contract and proof of dispatch/delivery of the material and Balance 5 % after receipt, inspection, and acceptance of the goods.”
2416. Tata Power signs MoU with Andhra Pradesh set up 7Gw Power Plants
- On 7 march 2025 the New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP) and Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the development of 7 GW renewable energy projects in the state .
- The collaboration was signed in line with chief minister vision to India’s renewable energy sector.
- The 7 GW renewable energy projects under this MoU will attract an estimated investment of Rs 49,000 crores, creating approximately 33,000 jobs and significantly enhancing the state’s energy infrastructure Additionally, these projects will help reduce 318 million tons of CO₂ emissions, further strengthening the government’s efforts to achieve its climate goals.
2417. WAA Solar develops 14.96 MW ground-mounted solar power plants in Gujarat under PM-Kusum-C Yojana
- On 7 march 2025 WAA Solar Limited has announced the development of a 14.96 MW / 21.747 MWp ground-mounted solar power project under the PM-Kusum-C Yojana in Gujarat for PGVCL (Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Limited).
- The initiative aligns with India’s clean energy transition and sustainability goals, reinforcing WAA Solar’s commitment to renewable energy expansion.
- The project, aimed at enhancing energy security and reducing carbon footprints, marks a significant step in the company’s strategy to promote solar power adoption across the region.
- The successful execution of this phase highlights WAA Solar’s dedication to fostering a greener future through sustainable solutions.
2418. Haier India Invests Rs 1,000 Cr To Expand Noida Plant, Create 3,500 Jobs
- On 9 March,2025, It was reported that, Haier Appliances India is making a big push to expand its manufacturing capabilities with an additional Rs 1,000 crore investment in its Greater Noida campus.
- The expansion is expected to generate employment opportunities for an additional 3,500 people, reinforcing Haier’s commitment to economic growth in India.
- The expansion at the Greater Noida plant underscores our commitment to the country’s ‘Make in India’ initiative and has been made possible by the strong support of the Government of India.
2419. Isro's POEM-4 successfully completes one thousand orbits on March 4
- On 7 march 2025 ISRO announced that the fourth edition of the PSLV Orbital platform Experiment Module (POEM-4), the repurposed spent upper stage of the PSLV vehicle used for the space docking experiment mission, has successfully completed 1,000 orbits on March 4, 2025 .
- The PSLV-C60 Mission was launched on December 30, 2024, and POEM-4 began its operations subsequent to the successful injection of the SPADEX spacecraft
- ISRO chief said said, "POEM-4 was configured as a three-axis stabilised platform that carried 24 payloads including 10 payloads from Non-Governmental Entities (NGEs) and 14 payloads from ISRO. All the payloads including those from NGEs have completed the intended experiments in orbit.
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2420. Rs 10,440 cr allocated for Northeast Frontier Railway: Minister
- On 9 March 2025, Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti said that a record allocation of Rs 10,440 crores has been made for Railways in the northeastern region in the Union Budget 2025–26.
- Union Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti also highlighted the significant progress in railway infrastructure development, mentioning that doubling works are being carried out at an accelerated pace to enhance capacity and efficiency.
- on March 8, the Minister inspected Dibrugarh railway station to review the progress of its redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat station scheme.