State news
Historical Machilipatnam port set to revive by 2026
- Machilipatnam Greenfield Port In Andhra Pradesh With rapid construction, with 48% work completed And plans to start operation by End of 2026produced by E -maleThe port will promote exports and jobs in the sector.
- ₹ 5,155 Crore The project has been facing delay since then 2007 But now returned to the track Machilipatnam port development corporation limited,
- Both Andhra Pradesh And Telangana Investing in the related infrastructure, such as dried ports and freight corridors.
- Local people are hopeful about better Land prices And employment,
- The port is expected to handle 36 million tonnes Cargo and support every year Huge shipBut becoming a major trade center East Coast,
Meghalaya Sacred celebrates the Festival Festival
- Festive festival Was observed with energy and happiness Jawai, MeghalayaIn July 2025,
- Festival is important PNARSA sub-tribe of Jayantia Community, and a prayer for Health And one Good crop,
- Rituals involve carrying Symbd khwangDance, women offer food, and play unique games Ringworm,
- This message also spreads Drug -free, Climate awarenessAnd Conservation of tradition,
- Plays a big role in keeping the festival Regulatory trust To unite the alive and the community.
Government of Goa starts Roro Ferry Service on Mandovi River
- Goa Launched India’s first Roro Ferry Service But Send you riverWith two high -tech ghats, Gangotry And Dwarka,
- Buned by these vessels Vijai marine shipyardsCut travel time between Chorao And Ribandar Just to just 12–13 minutes And can take Passenger and vehicle,
- Launched by CM Pramode SawantComes on the project Government has no cost And promises to improve water transport and Support tourism and local journey,
- Is the ghat Modern features Like AC cabin, Vehicle laneAnd emergency kitOne offer Safe and fast journey For all.
India’s second longest cable-station bridge opens in Shivamogga
- Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Inaugurated 2.44 km long Sigandur Bridge In Shivamoga, KarnatakaMade on Sharavati backwater At the cost of over ₹ 470 Crore,
- After name Goddess Chaudeshwari DeviBridge connects Sagar And GardenLost due to restoration of link Lilamakki rest,
- Gadkari also highlighted this National Highway length in Karnataka The major upcoming road projects have increased significantly ₹ 5 crore,
Hemant Sarma launched India’s first Aqua Tech Park in Assam
- CM Himant Biswa Sarma inauguration of India’s first Aqua Tech Park In Sonapurnear Guwahati, Assam,
- Developed by Colon only to Kolong Kalong With support from Nabard, ICAR-CIFAAnd others, like new techniques in the park Bioflock, aquaponicsAnd Decorative fish breeding,
- The purpose of the park is Empower fish farmers, Boost productionAnd Create jobs,
- Assam is already Doubled your fish production Between 2019 and 2024 and now fourth largest Fish producer in India.
- Government has also launched 10 fisheries clusters Worthy ₹ 8 crore To support this development.
Himachal launched my deed NGDRS pilot project for land registration
- Government of Himachal PradeshUnder the leadership of CM Thakur Sukhwinder Singh SukhuLaunched ‘My Deed’ NGDRS (National Generic Document Registration System) Pilot project Digitize land registration And promote Paperless, attendance-less and cashless regime,
- The system allows citizens to apply for land registration OnlineOnly one needs single trip For Tehsil Office.
- Initially rolled out 10 tehsils in 10 districtsProject is supported by supplement Digital revenue reformIncluding New Jamabandi Format No. No, E-rajmcha vakyati (Digital diary), and Kaarguzari (online presence).
International news
South Asia receives the highest child vaccination coverage in 2024
- In 2024, South Asia One reached High record in childhood vaccinationAs reported UNICEF And Who,
- This area saw 92% DTP3 vaccine coverageA 27% declines in zero childrenAnd a 39% fall in measles cases,
- India And Nepal Important progress showed while Bangladesh And Sri Lanka Expansion HPV vaccination,
- It is powered by success Government leadership, Community health workerAnd Global participation,
- However, with the over 2.9 million children Still United Nations or under-vasinated, continuous efforts are required to ensure that Universal vaccine -Abhigam Across South Asia.
Banking news
The expansion of UPI-Paynow is 13 and Indian banks are included in the cross-border remittance network
- Pie-Pineo LuckzExtended by NPCI International But July 17, 2025Now included 19 Indian banksGoal to promote Real time crossing transmission between India and Singapore,
- Is supported by reserve Bank of India And Monetary authority of SingaporeIt increases the initiative Financial inclusionEspecially Migrant workers and studentsAnd displays India’s progress Global digital payment innovation,
Prize news
Moussden’s chair
- Conducted at a ceremony 16 July, 2025, President Draupadi Murmu award Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Iconically Kalinga Ratna Award -2024 In CuttackOdisha.
- The incident marked Adikbi Sarla Das’s 600th Birth AnniversaryConducted by Sarala Sahitya SansadAnd celebrated the legacy of Odia literature and the importance of linguistic unity in India’s cultural identity.
Appointment news
Sanjay Kaul appointed CEO of Gift City, Gandhinagar
- Sanjay kaulA 2001 batch IAS officer of Kerala CadreNew name is given MD and CEO Of Gift city, GandhiinagarBut July 15, 2025,
- He is currently serving Central ministry And in the previous work experience Gujarat,
- Appointed on Deputation for three yearsHe will handle RayThose who currently hold the post.
- Appointment was confirmed by a notification Gujarat General Administration Department,
- Gift City is a major financial and smart city project, and Kaul’s leadership is expected to promote its growth.
Sabyasachi Couture appointed Manish Chopra as CEO
- Sabyasachi CouturePrestigious Indian luxury fashion houseHas appointed Manish Chopra-East Shin India And Meta Executive- as its new CEOOne between one between a strategic step Revival in India’s luxury market,
- Type, Majority owned by Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) (51%) Since it is acquired ₹ 398 crore in 2021, it is focusing on it. global expansion And Executive leadership reinforcement,
- Chopra’s experience in Fashion retail scaling Supports Sabyasachi’s international ambitions.
Rank and Report News
Delhi ranked the world’s most affordable student in the QS 2026 rankings
- In QS Best Student Cities Rankings 2026, Delhi Was named World’s cheapest student cityWhereas Mumbai, BengaluruAnd Chennai His rank also improved.
- Ranking released by Qs Quacquarelli SymondsReflect India’s progress Strength, employmentAnd Educational quality,
- They align with the goals of profit National Education Policy 2020Showing India’s growing status in the global education scenario.
- Mumbai Rank 98th, Delhi 104, Bengaluru 108thAnd Chennai 128th In 2026 rankings.
Schemes News
Cabinet Clears PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishna Yojana 2024-31
- Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishna YojanaAccepted on 16 July, 2025Six years plan with an annual budget ₹ 24,000 Crore With the aim of increasing agriculture 100 less performing districts,
- it promotes Crop diversification, Irrigation, Debt accessAnd Storage improvement,
- Plan changes 36 schemes from 11 ministriesWith guidance from Niti aayogAnd expect profit 1.7 crore farmers Nationwide.
Science and Technology News
China makes the lightest mind-control tool for bees
- Chinese scientist But Institute of Beijing Institute Technology Announced the construction of The lightest mind-controller in the worldWeigh Only 74 mg,
- This device is used Control beesChanged them Sibborgs That can follow orders during that Military mission, Urban match, Medicine searchAnd Disaster rescue,
- Sends signal through controller Three small needles Put into the bee’s brain, successfully guided its flight paths.
- Professor Jhao JiliangPests leading the team said that pests offer Siborg Better movement, secret and endurance Compared to machines.
- While battery life remains a problem, the team is planning to upgrade future.
Israel’s most advanced communication satellite, Dror-1 launched
- Israel Successfully launched your Dror-1 communication satellite But July 13, 2025Ek using one SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket From Cape canvarter,
- produced by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Dror-1 Weighs 4.5 tonnes And is equipped with large antennas and solar panels.
- It will serve Israel’s communication is needed for 15 years,
- Launch highlights efforts to strengthen Israel’s efforts space programto ensure Technical self -sufficiencyAnd expansion Safe communication network using the Advanced satellite systems,
Obituriz news
Celebrated Quir poet Andrea Gibson passes on 49
- But July 14, 2025Celebrated Quir Kavi Andrea gibsonKnown for their work gender identity, LoveAnd Cancer existenceDeath 49,
- They said Colorado Kavi Award winner And was the subject of Sunndans 2025 Prize winning documentary Come see me in good light,
- diagnosed with ovarian cancer In 2021Gibson inspired with poetry and activeness, leaving behind the legacy of honesty, strength and beauty.
Current Affairs today | 16 July Current Affairs 2025 | Daily Current Affairs by Ashish Gautam
