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811. Railways approves Rs 8.48 crore survey for Melli–Dentam rail link in Sikkim: What the survey means
- On November 4, 2025, the Ministry of Railways has approved Rs 8.48 crore for the Final Location Survey (FLS) of the proposed Melli–Dentam railway line in Sikkim, paving the way for a detailed project blueprint aimed at connecting one of India’s most remote Himalayan states to the national railway grid
- The sanction, conveyed to the Northeast Frontier Railway through an official letter dated October 24, reflects the government’s growing focus on infrastructure and connectivity in the North-east and border regions.
- The Melli–Dentam project is seen as vital to improving connectivity in Sikkim’s southern and western districts, which remain largely cut off from major rail routes. Once operational, the new line is expected to reduce travel time, ease the movement of goods, and provide better access for locals and tourists alike.
812. Railways Roll Out Eco-Friendly Waste Recycling System Across SCR Stations
- On November 3, 2025, South Central Railway implemented a scientific waste management system across stations after noticing inadequate waste handling by state agencies.
- The project partnered with ScrapQ Hub for sustainable waste operations at Kacheguda, Nizamabad, and Kurnool City Stations under a contract valid till September 12, 2027.
- The initiative recycled 108 tonnes of waste, generated ₹5.51 lakh annual revenue, created 50 local jobs, prevented 132 tonnes of CO₂ emissions, and achieved zero landfill disposal, supporting the Swachh Bharat Mission and a circular economy.
813. DRDO made significant strides in semiconductor technology: Govt
- On November 4, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, during the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC 2025), DRDO announced major progress in indigenous semiconductor technology.
- What Happened: DRDO successfully developed 4-inch Silicon Carbide wafers and Gallium Nitride High Electron Mobility Transistors (HEMTs) up to 150W using indigenous methods.
- The achievement marked a major step toward India’s technological self-reliance in defence, space, communication, and healthcare, aligning with the “Viksit Bharat 2047” vision.
814. PM Modi launches RDI Fund to spur private investment in research
- On November 3, 2025, Prime Minister launched the ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund to boost private sector investment in research and development.
- The Department of Science and Technology will manage the fund through the Anusandhan National Research Foundation, which will hold a Special Purpose Fund as the main corpus.
- The RDI Fund will channel capital through AIFs, DFIs, and NBFCs, while PM Modi also unveiled a vision document and a book on India’s scientific achievements.
815. Netherlands-based Ingka Makes First Renewable Energy Investment in India
- Netherlands-based Ingka Investments, on 3 November 2025 announced its first renewable energy investment in India — a 210 MWp solar project in Bikaner, Rajasthan, scheduled to begin operations in December 2026.
- The project, developed in partnership with IB Vogt Solar India, will produce 380 GWh of renewable energy annually and generate 450 jobs during construction.
- As part of its Rs. 10 billion India commitment and EUR 7.5 billion global renewable investment plan, Ingka aims to achieve 100% renewable energy consumption by 2030, with IKEA India targeting full renewable power use by 2025.
816. UPI Hits Record 20.7 Billion Transactions In October; Crosses 750 Million/ Day For First Time
- On November 2, 2025, data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) revealed that India’s flagship real-time digital payments system, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), achieved a record 20.70 billion transactions in October 2025 the highest ever in a single month. This marked an increase from 19.63 billion in September and 20.01 billion in August 2025.
- The total transaction value rose to ₹27.28 lakh crore in October, compared to ₹24.90 lakh crore in September and ₹24.85 lakh crore in August. On a year-on-year basis, UPI transactions saw a 25% rise in volume and a 16% increase in value.
- According to the Reserve Bank of India’s Payment Systems Report (June 2025), India’s overall digital payment transactions grew from ₹3,248 crore in 2019 to ₹20,849 crore in 2024 (in terms of volume) and from ₹1,775 lakh crore to ₹2,830 lakh crore (in terms of value).
- October also witnessed a significant milestone when, on October 18, 2025, UPI processed 754.37 million transactions in a single day — the highest-ever daily record.
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817. ISRO's LVM3 lifts off from Sriharikota carrying heaviest communication satellite CMS-03
- On November 2, 2025, ISRO successfully launched its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, on board the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3-M5) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota
- After the 24-hour countdown concluded, the 43.5 metre tall rocket soared into the skies at the fixed time of 5.26 pm from the second launch pad at the spaceport, about 135 km from Chennai.
- The multi-band communication satellite, weighing 4410kg, also called as GSAT-7R, will provide services over a wide oceanic region and the Indian landmass.
- ISRO signed the Rs 1,589-crore contract to develop the satellite for the navy in 2019. This satellite will replace GSAT-7 Rukmini, which was launched in 2013.
- With this launch, India aims to enhance its maritime connectivity, boost disaster response capabilities, even in remote coastal locations, and reinforce its space independence in launching heavy indigenously made satellites.
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818. Home > News > National Northern Railway allots multipurpose stalls to 6 railway stations in J&K
- On November 1, 2025, Northern Railway has allotted multipurpose stalls at six stations in Jammu and Kashmir—Banihal, Anantnag, Srinagar, Sangaldan, Budgam, and Baramulla—for five years, expected to generate ₹79.43 lakh. The stalls will sell medicines, books, newspapers, cosmetics, toys, and daily-use items.
- Acoording to report this marks the first e-auction-based allotment in the Jammu Division, ensuring transparency, maximizing revenue, and creating local employment opportunities. Officials said the move supports cultural integration and financial sustainability while enhancing the passenger experience.
- Through the same e-auction, a Second Luggage Rake (SLR) for train number 12414 was allotted for ₹1.08 crore over three years. The initiative is part of Indian Railways’ strategy to monetise station spaces and promote regional culture
819. India introduces first home-grown condition-monitoring system for marine diesel engines
- On October 31, 2025 It was reported that, During Maritime India Week 2025, IRS signed an MoU with Neptunus Power Plant Services to launch home-grown engine condition-monitoring solutions for marine diesel systems in India.
- IRS and Neptunus will jointly develop CBM frameworks and standards; systems like VIB 360 and Torque Sense SHAPOLI enable real-time fault detection, predictive maintenance, and fuel optimisation across fleets.
- These are the first IRS-certified indigenous technologies for the marine sector, reducing foreign dependency, promoting digital and green shipping, and strengthening India’s export-ready maritime ecosystem.
820. Defence Research and Development Organisation hands over 12 tech transfer agreements to industry partners in Bengaluru
- During the inaugural session of SAMANVAY-2025 in Bengaluru, On October 29, 2025, DRDO handed over 12 technology transfer agreements covering eight advanced defence products to Indian industry partners.
- The event, organised by DRDO’s Electronics and Communication Systems Cluster, brought together 150+ industry participants, focusing on R&D collaboration, policy reforms, and innovation, especially for startups and MSMEs.
- Technologies transferred included the D-29 Electronic Warfare Suite, Sarang ESM System, laser guidance, and satcom terminals. Recipients included BEL, BDL, and private firms like DH Limited, Nibe Ltd, and Panacea Medical Technologies.