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2381. 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.
2382. Indian Scientists Develop Hypersonic 'Brahmastra' Missile
- On 7 march 2025 Indian scientists have developed a modern-day ‘Brahmastra’ with an astonishing speed of 12,144 km per hour. To put this into perspective, at this speed, one could travel from New Delhi to Washington, D.C., in just an hour.
- The Brahmastra missile weapon, named the Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRAShM), is a hypersonic glide missile developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
- The Brahmastra missile operates at 10 Mach, making it 10 times faster than the speed of sound. This means it can cover a distance of 3.37 km in just one second – a truly astonishing feat.
2383. Govt Solarizes 3,879 Buildings, Installs 75 MW Rooftop Solar in J&K
- On March 22, 2025, the Jammu & Kashmir government informed the Assembly that it has successfully solarized 3,879 government buildings, contributing to an installed capacity of 28,676 kW.
- Key Highlights of Solar Energy Expansion: Total Rooftop Solar Installed: 75 MW across various districts. Sector-Wise Installations: Government Buildings: 3,879 buildings, generating 28,676 kW. Domestic & Institutional Sector: 5,844 buildings, contributing 34,198.36 kW.
- The J&K government is making significant strides in renewable energy adoption, with 3,879 buildings solarized and 75 MW of rooftop solar installed. While challenging terrain remains an obstacle, the government is committed to expanding solar power solutions to ensure a sustainable energy future for the region.
2384. India Sends Humanitarian Aid to Botswana & Kiribati
- On 22 march, 2025, India sent humanitarian assistance to Botswana in the wake of floods in the country.
- The External Affairs Ministry said in a social media post that the first tranche of around 10 tonnes of assistance comprising essential medicines, surgical supplies, mosquito nets, and water purifiers was dispatched for Botswana.
- Humanitarian assistance has also been sent to Kiribati to help strengthen the healthcare system of the country. A consignment of a 6-bed container-based dialysis unit departed from Mundra Port for Tarawa, Kiribati.
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2385. AI-driven surveillance at international borders: IIT Guwahati-incubated start-up's new tech grabs DRDO's attention
- On 23 March, 2025 it was reported that Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed AI-powered surveillance robots for border security, offering real-time monitoring in challenging terrains.
- The robots, created by startup DSRL, have been recognized by DRDO and are undergoing field trials with the Indian Army for potential integration into defence infrastructure.
- The system features multi-sensor intelligence, autonomous navigation, and obstacle traversal, aiming to enhance national security by countering threats like rogue drones and infiltration attempts.
2386. India’s aviation sector reflects stable outlook amid rising air traffic
- On 23 March, 2025 it was repoted that, India’s domestic air passenger traffic grew by 11.04% in February 2025 compared to the previous year, with total domestic traffic for the financial year reaching 1,551 lakh passengers, exceeding pre-COVID levels.
- IndiGo remains the largest airline in India with a 63.7% market share, followed by the Air India Group at 27.3%, while Akasa Air and SpiceJet hold 4.7% and 3.2% shares, respectively.
- The Indian aviation industry maintains a stable outlook, with expected domestic traffic growth of 7-10% in FY2025 and FY2026, while international passenger traffic is projected to rise by 15-20%.
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2387. Railway Expansion In Northeast: Rs 74,972 Crore Investment For 18 Projects Covering 1,368 Km, Over 310 Km Length Commissioned
- On March 20, 2025, Union Railway Minister informed the Lok Sabha that the Indian Railways has undertaken 18 railway projects, covering 1,368 km, with a total investment of ₹74,972 crore in the Northeast Region (NER).
- Key Highlights of the Investment: Sanctioned Projects: 18 (13 new railway lines + 5 doubling projects). Geographical Coverage: Fully or partly in Assam and other Northeast states. Total Length: 1,368 km under construction. Commissioned Length: 313 km completed by March 2024. Investment Breakdown: New Railway Lines: 896 km (₹34,616 crore). Doubling & Multitracking: 472 km (₹5,933 crore). Total Expenditure Till March 2024: ₹40,549 crore.
- With a ₹74,972 crore investment, the Indian Railways is accelerating infrastructure growth in the Northeast, focusing on new railway lines, track doubling, and connectivity improvements. The region is set to witness unprecedented railway expansion, benefiting both economic and strategic sectors.
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2388. GoI Approves Rs 42-Crore Agri-Excellence Project for SKUAST-K
- On March 22, 2025, the Government of India approved a ₹42-crore Agri-Excellence Project aimed at integrating electronics and ICT in crop management at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K).
- Objectives & Focus Areas: Boosting productivity & quality of saffron, walnuts, and apples—key agricultural exports of J&K. Using AI and precision agriculture to improve crop management, harvesting, and quality assessment.
- With ₹42 crore investment and cutting-edge AI applications, the Agri-Excellence Project at SKUAST-K is set to transform horticulture, increase productivity, and elevate J&K’s agricultural exports to new heights.
2389. India and China declare truce — a lesson in diplomacy for the west
- On 22 March,2025 It was reported that, The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to enhance defence innovation by collaborating with the private sector and establishing 15 Centres of Excellence. The initiative aims to boost self-reliance in defence technology under the "Make in India" initiative.
- The TDF scheme, a crucial initiative by the Defence Ministry, encourages industry participation in designing and developing indigenous defence technologies.
- The initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing India’s defence capabilities by fostering innovation and collaboration between industry and academia.
2390. Indian armed forces to benefit from HQ IDS-DST partnership to strengthen defence research and development
- On 22 march 2025 Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration in defence research and development, aimed at enhancing technological innovation for the Indian armed forces.
- The partnership seeks to leverage the extensive research and development capabilities of DST to address the evolving needs of the armed forces by aligning defence technology research with national science initiatives and enhancing the self-reliance of India's defence sector in critical technology domains.
- “The collaboration will focus on developing advanced military technologies and fostering innovation, contributing to the overall goal of building self-reliance in critical defence capabilities,” a statement from the defence ministry said.