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1641. Assam CM inaugurates Rs 112 crore Rukminigaon flyover in Guwahati
- On July 6, 2025, it was reported that Assam Chief Minister, alongside Agriculture Minister, inaugurated the Rs 112 crore Bhagadatta Flyover-2 at Rukminigaon in Guwahati, a 660-meter, four-lane structure to ease traffic congestion on the Dispur–Six Mile corridor.
- Completed in a record nine months against an 18-month schedule, the flyover, built by RITES India Limited using advanced composite structure technology, cost Rs 88 crore for core construction, with the remainder for allied infrastructure.
- The flyover is part of a broader infrastructure push, with upcoming projects like flyovers at Ganeshguri, Arya Nagar, and Bharalumukh, and the Guwahati–North Guwahati bridge by January 2026, as announced by CM Sarma, aligning with Assam’s goal to become a regional employment hub.
- Named after King Bhagadatta of ancient Pragjyotishpur, the flyover (with the Super Market flyover renamed Bhagadatta Flyover-1) honors Assam’s heritage while enhancing urban connectivity, with parking added underneath for local businesses
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1642. Arunachal gets Rs 5.7 cr boost for development projects across key sectors
- On July 6, 2025, it was reported that the North Eastern Council (NEC) sanctioned over Rs 5.7 crore for development projects in Arunachal Pradesh, targeting sectors like health, education, tourism, agriculture, and indigenous culture.
- Key initiatives include fisheries development in Aalo East (West Siang), a Signature View Point in Ziro (Lower Subansiri), a 60-bed nursing hostel at TRIHMS, a new Government Higher Secondary School in Dirang (West Kameng), and efforts to preserve indigenous languages.
- Additional funding under NESIDS allocated Rs 5.38 crore for a road from Riaga to Sango Village and Rs 3 crore for the Likwa Gyadi-Gyawepurang road in East Kameng, while two NEC-funded road projects in Tawang, including a 15-km stretch to Rho Village, were completed, boosting tourism and defence connectivity.
- The projects align with Arunachal’s broader development goals, including the Vibrant Villages Programme-II, with Rs 6,839 crore to enhance border infrastructure and livelihoods, ensuring sustainable growth and tribal welfare.
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1643. Arunachal releases Rs 111 crore scholarship for over 40,000 students for 2024–25
- On July 6, 2025, it was reported that the Arunachal Pradesh government released Rs 111.11 crore in scholarships for 40,090 students for the 2024–25 academic year, reinforcing its commitment to supporting education, particularly for tribal students.
- The scholarship funds, covering Pre-Matric and Post-Matric schemes for Scheduled Tribe (ST) students, will be credited to beneficiaries’ bank accounts within five days, pending technical clearance via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), with 45,125 students covered so far, including 5,035 previously processed.
- The scholarship, managed by the Department of Social Justice, Empowerment and Tribal Affairs, aims to reduce financial barriers, support professional courses, and empower ST students, aligning with the state’s broader educational infrastructure push, including smart classrooms and residential schools.
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1644. IET Establishes Green Hydrogen And Electric Vehicle Centres Of Excellence
- On July 7, 2025, IET launched India’s first campus based green hydrogen hub using solar and wind energy for real time testing.
- A new EV lab was set up to give students hands on experience with batteries, charging and propulsion systems.
- The centre aims to connect students with industry experts to boost clean energy innovation and skills.
1645. India Advances Railway Communication Upgrade with TRAI Spectrum
- On July 7, 2025, TRAI backed an extra 5 MHz in the 700 MHz band to boost Indian Railways safety systems like Kavach and LTE based communication.
- TRAI rejected auction pricing saying railway spectrum should be priced differently since it's for public safety not profit.
- The move will help trains share live CCTV and alerts without relying on mobile networks, improving crisis response.
1646. H&H Aluminium inaugurates Rs 150 crore solar panel frame plant in Gujarat
- On July 4, 2025, H&H Aluminium, a Gujarat-based solar panel frame manufacturer, has opened its largest plant in India, valued at Rs 150 crore, with a manufacturing capacity of 24,000 MT per annum.
- The 28,000 square feet plant, generating employment for 300 and generating Rs 700-750 crore per annum, is set to commence commercial production in India.
- The Indian government aims to install 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with 280 GW from solar power. The company, with a first-mover advantage, plans to expand domestically and export to Europe and America.
1647. DRDO, AIIMS-Rishikesh ink MoU for clinical trials in field of biomedical devices
- On July 6, 2025, an institute of the DRDO has signed an agreement with AIIMS, Rishikesh for conducting "clinical trials" and advanced research in the field of biomedical devices related to human performance in extreme environments.
- The collaboration between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) will facilitate the development of products, technologies and strategies for the "mitigation of effects" of extreme environments on human performance.
- The collaborative effort aims to develop products, technologies, and strategies to mitigate the impact of extreme environmental conditions on human performance.
1648. India commits second tranche of Rs 10,000 crore to support deep tech: Union commerce and industry minister
- On July 6, 20225, Union commerce and industry has announced a second tranche of Rs 10,000 crore to promote innovation and strengthen the deep tech ecosystem.
- The current fund, part of the flagship Fund of Funds (FoF), was first announced by union finance minister during the Union Budget for 2025-26 and the scheme was originally launched in 2016 with an initial corpus of Rs 10,000 crore.
- India ranks third-largest startup ecosystem globally, following the US and China, and is projected to become the third-largest economy by 2027, according to the Economic Survey 2021-22.
1649. PM Modi conferred with Trinidad and Tobago’s highest civilian honour
- Prime Minister of India was on 4 July, 2025. conferred with ‘The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago’ – the country’s highest civilian honour.
- Prime Minister , who was on a two-day visit to the Caribbean island nation on the second leg of his five-nation tour, was bestowed the award in recognition of his global leadership, his deep engagement with the Indian diaspora, and his humanitarian efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- The award was conferred on the prime minister in recognition of his “distinguished statesmanship and influential global leadership”, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement.
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1650. India’s Toy Industry: A Global Powerhouse in the Making
- On 3 July 2025, it was reported that India’s toy industry has significantly evolved from a fragmented, import-heavy market to a globally competitive sector, driven by strong government policies, rising consumer demand, and increasing export opportunities, with toy exports growing 60% and imports declining over 70% between FY19 and FY24.
- Valued at $1.9 billion in 2024, India’s toy market is projected to grow to $4.7 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 12%. Government initiatives like higher import duties, mandatory BIS standards, SFURTI scheme, and District Export Hubs have strengthened local manufacturing.
- India exports toys to markets like the US, Middle East, and Africa, with a focus on dolls, board games, and soft toys. The e-commerce boom and omnichannel retail strategies have widened consumer access, especially in Tier II and III cities.
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