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Indian Railways has begun constructing the country’s first underground freight logistics station in Surat. The station will span over 100 acres underground, with mechanized cargo movement, temperature control, and express tunnels connecting to the Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC). This facility will reduce surface congestion and pollution in urban areas. Surat, being a textile and diamond hub, will benefit immensely from faster, more secure cargo movement. The station will be operational by 2027 and may serve as a model for other urban industrial zones.

Telangana has launched a state-run program that converts fly ash waste from thermal power plants into durable bricks for public housing. These bricks are lighter, heat resistant, and more sustainable than traditional clay bricks. The pilot project in Nalgonda district produced 1 million bricks, used in constructing homes for below-poverty-line families. Each house emits 20% less carbon during construction and requires less plastering. The program promotes circular economy practices and is expected to scale statewide with private contractor involvement.

To ensure safety in popular winter zones like Rohtang and Lahaul, Himachal Pradesh has installed avalanche detection systems that monitor snow pressure, temperature shifts, and seismic activity. The devices, mounted on strategic slopes, issue automatic alerts to emergency response centers. Last year’s avalanche near Atal Tunnel emphasized the need for such monitoring. The systems, built by DRDO and Alpine Safety Technologies, are solar-powered and can operate in extreme temperatures. Tourists and drivers will receive alerts via SMS and highway signboards.

Rajasthan’s Desert Development Department has introduced the Thar Desert Resilience Index (TDRI), a tool to measure ecosystem health, community adaptation, and climate impact across desert districts. The index considers groundwater levels, vegetation, livestock health, and weather variability. Each district will receive an annual rating and recommendations for water conservation, pasture revival, and heat mitigation. The first report shows Barmer and Jaisalmer at medium resilience, while Bikaner scored low due to depleted aquifers. NGOs and local panchayats will now use the index to plan grassroots projects.

Rajkummar Rao की फिल्म Srikanth, जो visually impaired entrepreneur Srikanth Bolla की biopic है, को international film festivals में standing ovation मिल रही है। फिल्म में Rao का performance deeply emotional और inspiring माना जा रहा है। Critics ने इसे “one of the best biopics of the decade” कहा है।

Priyanka Chopra को एक बार फिर से UNICEF ने global goodwill ambassador के तौर पर nominate किया है। वह education, nutrition और girl empowerment campaigns को represent करेंगी। Priyanka ने कहा कि “This work is closest to my heart.” वह पिछले 15 सालों से UNICEF से जुड़ी हुई हैं।

Chennai Corporation has launched a drone-based multispectral tree census program across the city’s green zones, street canopy, and urban wetlands. The drones capture tree count, canopy cover, species type, and health metrics like chlorophyll levels. The data populates a public tree map and aids in heat island and urban planning efforts. 100% of trees in parks and roadsides are expected to be cataloged by 2025. The program also flags disease-affected trees for early intervention.

Bengaluru’s Water Supply and Sewerage Board has adopted a decentralized wastewater treatment policy requiring all new apartment complexes (200+ units) to install on-site treatment plants (STPs) with ≥90% reclamation. Reclaimed water is used for landscaping and flushing. In the first year, six complexes have been certified, saving 150 ML of fresh water annually. The board offers grants for retrofitting older properties. Environment experts view this as a game‑changer for urban water sustainability in India.

The Delhi Metro has begun a ‘Green Corridor’ pilot between Janakpuri West and RK Ashram stations. Solar panels installed on roofs and soundproofing acrylic tunnels generate energy used to power escalators, lights, and station HVAC systems. Energy-sharing smart inverters supply surplus energy back to the Delhi Metro grid. The pilot has reduced energy consumption by 20% and cut operating costs. The project will extend to 50 stations by 2026.

Central Railways has begun retrofitting suburban electric trains with AI-based anti-theft and surveillance cameras. The system can detect suspicious behavior like luggage left unattended or possible snatching incidents. Alerts are sent to onboard staff and Thane’s Railway Police Control. A pilot on 4 rakes in Mumbai’s fast trains recorded a 60% drop in petty theft incidents within two months. The system is seeding deployment across Mumbai’s suburban network.