The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation has embarked on constructing the Blue Line extension that will connect the city center directly to Kempegowda International Airport. Spanning 38 km with 17 stations, including transit hubs and parking facilities, the line will reduce commute times by over an hour, greatly easing urban traffic congestion. The …
Month: June 2025
Delhi Announces Battery Swapping Policy for E-Rickshaws
To boost electric mobility, Delhi has launched a battery swapping policy for e-rickshaws. Over 100 stations will be set up in the first phase, allowing drivers to exchange discharged batteries for fully charged ones in under 5 minutes. The model reduces downtime and eliminates the need for home charging. Supported by incentives and private players…
Assam Unveils Elephant Migration Corridors Using Satellite Data
The Assam Forest Department has mapped 10 critical elephant migration corridors using satellite imagery and GPS tagging. The corridors stretch from Kaziranga to the Bhutan border. The project aims to reduce human-elephant conflict by protecting habitats and restricting construction near movement paths. Solar-powered early warning fences and mobile…
India to Host Global AI Ethics Summit in New Delhi
India will host the first Global Summit on AI Ethics in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, researchers, and tech companies to draft an international code of conduct for responsible AI. The summit will include working groups on algorithmic bias, AI in warfare, and surveillance transparency. Countries including France, Japan, Brazil, and Nig…
Tamil Nadu Opens Virtual Learning Hubs in Rural Schools
Tamil Nadu’s Education Department has opened virtual learning hubs in 1,000 rural government schools. Each hub includes smartboards, internet connectivity, and subscriptions to e-learning portals. Teachers receive digital pedagogy training, and students can access STEM content, coding tutorials, and live expert sessions. The pilot has shown a 25…
Bengaluru Metro Expands to Kempegowda Airport
The Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation has begun construction of a new Blue Line extension connecting the city to Kempegowda International Airport. The 38-km stretch will have 17 stations and is expected to be operational by 2027. The project aims to reduce airport commute times by over 60% and relieve traffic congestion. The route will integrate fe…
Maharashtra Opens Agro-Logistics Parks for Small Farmers
Maharashtra has launched agro-logistics parks in Nagpur and Nashik to streamline farm-to-market supply chains. Each park includes cold storage, ripening chambers, packaging units, and real-time inventory tracking. Smallholder farmers can store, grade, and dispatch their produce to markets across India. The initiative cuts post-harvest losses, boos…
Indian Navy Adopts Indigenous Anti-Drone System
The Indian Navy has commissioned its first indigenously developed anti-drone system aboard INS Chennai. Developed by DRDO and BEL, the system uses jamming, microwave interference, and laser targeting to neutralize aerial threats within a 5 km radius. It is capable of identifying, tracking, and disabling drones used for surveillance or attacks. Wit…
Madhya Pradesh Launches Startup Fund for Tribal Youth
Madhya Pradesh has introduced a state-level startup fund dedicated to tribal youth. Each selected applicant receives up to ₹2 lakh in grants to launch businesses related to agriculture, crafts, and local services. District-level incubators offer mentorship and shared office spaces. So far, 100 tribal entrepreneurs have joined, creating innovativ…
Kerala Introduces AI to Predict Landslides
The Kerala State Disaster Management Authority, in collaboration with IISc Bangalore, has implemented an AI-based landslide prediction model in hilly districts like Idukki and Wayanad. The system uses rainfall data, soil moisture, and terrain topology to generate real-time alerts. Local panchayats receive automated SMS warnings. Since its deployme…