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831. India's installed power generation capacity crosses 500 GW
- On October 29, 2025, It was reported that, As of September 30, 2025, India’s total installed power capacity crossed 500.89 GW, with renewables contributing over 50%, marking a key step toward its clean energy transition.
- The Union Ministry of Power credited this achievement to strong policy support, investments, and collaboration across the energy sector, emphasizing India’s move toward a clean and self-reliant energy system.
- Non-fossil capacity reached 256.09 GW (51%), while fossil fuel stood at 244.80 GW (49%); India added 28 GW non-fossil and 5.1 GW fossil capacity in FY25, achieving its COP26 goal five years early.
832. Gujarat Pipavav Port signs MoU with GMB for ₹17,000 crore investment plan
- On 29 October 2025, Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd signed a non-binding MoU with the Gujarat Maritime Board for proposed future investments of ₹17,000 crore at Pipavav Port.
- The investment plan, contingent on extending the port’s concession agreement beyond September 2028, focuses on infrastructure upgrades and capacity expansion in container, liquid cargo, and RoRo operations.
- The project will enhance multimodal connectivity-integrating ocean, rail, and road networks to northwest India-along with developing deeper waterfronts, advanced storage, and exploring strategic partnerships.
833. Maharashtra cabinet approves revised budget for Solapur-Tuljapur-Dharashiv railway line
- On 28 October 2025, the Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by CM , approved the revised ₹3,295.7 crore budget for the 84.4 km Solapur–Tuljapur–Dharashiv railway line, committing 50% state funding.
- The project, part of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, began in December 2023 and aims to connect Marathwada with western Maharashtra by March 2028, enhancing regional and religious connectivity.
- The rail line will link Tuljapur-one of the three and a half ‘Shakti Peethas’- benefiting devotees and boosting rural infrastructure; the cost revision follows the railway administration’s updated budget proposal.
834. Central nod for Cochin International Airport railway station project
- On 29 October 2025, the Railway Board approved building a railway station at Nedumbassery near Cochin International Airport Kerala, addressing a long-pending demand to enhance travel convenience for air passengers.
- Union Minister stated that he had earlier met Railway Minister , who assured speedy implementation after personally inspecting and identifying the proposed site last year.
- The project aims to improve airport connectivity and passenger convenience, with Kurian expressing gratitude to Prime Minister and Minister for their support in advancing the initiative.
835. PM Narendra Modi Sanctions ₹2 Lakh for Cancer Patient from Tripura Following MP Biplab Kumar Deb’s Appeal
- On 29 October 2025, it was reported that the PMO had sanctioned ₹2 lakh from the PMNRF on October 14, 2025, for the cancer treatment of Smt. Anita Paul Das of East Champamura, West Tripura, following a request by MP on September 18, 2025.
- The sanctioned amount was transferred through IDFC Bank directly to Dr. B. Borooah Cancer Institute, Guwahati, for advanced surgery and treatment as per PMNRF guidelines and permissible time limits.
- MP expressed gratitude to Prime Minister for the swift approval, while the PMO directed the hospital to commence treatment within one year and ensure strict utilization of the grant.
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836. Arunachal CM Pema Khandu Inaugurates IOCL LPG Bottling Plant At Naharlagun
- On October 28, 2025, Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh inaugurated the newly commissioned IOCL LPG Bottling Plant at Papu Nallah, Naharlagun, Papum Pare district, to strengthen Arunachal Pradesh’s energy infrastructure and ensure steady LPG supply.
- The project, completed by IOCL and M/s B.A. Enterprises, was praised by Khandu for its efficient execution and dedication, with special recognition to late Bamang Raman and his wife, Bamang Amer, for their entrepreneurial spirit.
- Spread over 46,000 sq. meters, the plant has three 87-metric-tonne LPG bullets and can refill 3,000 cylinders per shift, benefiting 95 LPG agencies and reducing dependency on Assam after the Kimin plant’s closure.
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837. Smartphone exports hit a new record of $1.8 billion in September
- On october 28 2025, it was reported that, In September 2025, India’s smartphone exports surged to $1.8 billion - a 100% rise from $923 million in September 2024 — marking the highest monthly export growth since the PLI scheme began in 2020.
- Apple led exports with over $10 billion (75% of total) in H1FY26, supported equally by Foxconn and Tata, which together contributed nearly $5 billion. Both firms, operating under the PLI scheme, expanded iPhone manufacturing capacity in India.
- Overall electronics exports hit a record $22.2 billion in H1FY26, up 42% year-on-year, with smartphones accounting for 61%. MEITY projects total smartphone exports to reach $25–30 billion in FY26, reaffirming India’s global manufacturing momentum.
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838. Tripura CM Dr Manik Saha Launches Free Wi-Fi in 11 Colleges, Expands Digital Inclusion Initiatives
- On October 28, 2025, Tripura CM inaugurated free Wi-Fi across 11 Government Degree Colleges in Agartala under the second phase of the Digital Tripura initiative, promoting seamless internet access in higher education institutions.
- The state government, in collaboration with the Department of Higher Education, implemented the ₹12.32 crore project, installing secure high-speed Wi-Fi networks with 20 access points per college, expanding digital access statewide.
- CM also launched the MYYY scheme for 2024–25, offering ₹5,000 to final-year students for smartphone purchases, supporting digital literacy, research, and online learning while bridging the digital divide in Tripura.
839. Indian Army signs contract to procure first indigenously designed, manufactured Software Defined Radios
- On October 28, 2025 It was reported that, The Indian Army signed a contract for procuring its first indigenously developed Software Defined Radios (SDRs), designed by DRDO and manufactured by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), as announced by ADGPI in New Delhi.
- Developed by DRDO and produced by BEL, the SDRs feature high data rates and Mobile Ad hoc Network (MANET) capabilities to provide secure, real-time communication and enhance operational efficiency in network-centric battlefields.
- DRDO earlier launched the Indian Radio Software Architecture (IRSA) 1.0 standard with Tri-Services and IDS to ensure SDR interoperability, waveform portability, and certification under a unified defence communication framework.
840. Renewable energy surpasses coal for first time in 6 months: International Solar Alliance DG Ashish Khanna
- At the 8th ISA Assembly in New Delhi on October 28,2025, ISA DG Ashish Khanna announced that, for the first time in the first half of 2025, global renewable energy generation exceeded coal-based energy.
- Khanna highlighted global solar growth 1,000 GW capacity in 25 years and another 1,000 GW in just two years-crediting ISA’s initiatives like the Global Solar Facility and upcoming Africa Solar Facility to attract private investment and regional cooperation.
- Asia Pacific leads with 71% of new solar installations; Africa is the next major hub. ISA plans include an ISA Academy, a Global Capability Centre, waste management strategy, and flagship reports on solar trends and global interconnection.