Infrastructure & Energy Current Affairs — All time
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Sun, 13 Oct 2024
Sat, 12 Oct 2024
Thu, 10 Oct 2024
India's renewable energy capacity crosses 200 GW, at 201.45 GW as of 10 October 2024
As of 10 October 2024, in India, total renewable energy capacity crossed 200 GW, reaching 201.45 GW according to the Central Electricity Authority, as announced by MNRE on 14 October.
81st Network Planning Group meeting under PM GatiShakti evaluates five road and aviation projects
On 10 October 2024, in India, the 81st meeting of the Network Planning Group under PM GatiShakti evaluated five infrastructure projects, including the Vrindavan Bypass in UP and a new terminal at Srinagar Airport.
BSIP study finds significant shale gas potential in eastern South Karanpura coalfield, Jharkhand
On 10 October 2024, in India, DST said a Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences study indicates significant hydrocarbon (shale gas) potential in the eastern South Karanpura coalfield in Ramgarh district, Jharkhand.
Sahibganj-Howrah Intercity Express flagged off; Tejas Rajdhani gets Sahibganj halt
On 10 October 2024, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw flagged off the daily Sahibganj-Howrah Intercity Express through video conferencing, enhancing rail connectivity in Jharkhand.
Animal Quarantine & Certification Service inaugurated at Cochin International Airport
On 10 October 2024, in Kochi, Kerala, Union MoS George Kurian inaugurated the newly established Animal Quarantine & Certification Service at Cochin International Airport to facilitate import of pet dogs and cats.
Wed, 09 Oct 2024
Cabinet approves development of National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat
On 9 October 2024, in India, the Union Cabinet approved development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat, in two phases.
Cabinet approves 2,280 km of roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab at ₹4,406 crore
On 9 October 2024, in India, the Union Cabinet approved construction of 2,280 km of roads in border areas of Rajasthan and Punjab at an investment of ₹4,406 crore.
PM lays foundation of Maharashtra projects worth over ₹7,600 crore; inaugurates 10 Government Medical Colleges
On 9 October 2024, PM Narendra Modi, via video conference, laid the foundation stone for projects worth over ₹7,600 crore in Maharashtra and inaugurated 10 Government Medical Colleges in the state.
Tue, 08 Oct 2024
MNRE notifies guidelines for ₹500 crore 'Innovative Projects' component of PM-Surya Ghar
On 8 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy notified Scheme Guidelines for the ₹500 crore 'Innovative Projects' component of PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
Nitin Gadkari launches 'Humsafar Policy' for wayside amenities on National Highways
On 8 October 2024, in New Delhi, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the 'Humsafar Policy' for onboarding service providers of wayside amenities along National Highways.
Sun, 06 Oct 2024
SAI signs MoU with Maharashtra for National Centre of Sports Excellence in Kandivali, Mumbai
On 6 October 2024, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, the Sports Authority of India's MoU with the Maharashtra Government for a National Centre of Sports Excellence on 37 acres in Kandivali was announced, signed in the presence of Piyush Goyal.
Satish Chandra Dubey felicitates winners of CMPDI's coal gasification hackathon in Ranchi
On 6 October 2024, the Coal Ministry said MoS Satish Chandra Dubey felicitated winners of the 'Coal Gasification' hackathon organised by CMPDI during his visit to CMPDI, Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Sat, 05 Oct 2024
PM inaugurates and lays foundation of projects worth over Rs 32,800 crore in Thane
On 5 October 2024, in Thane, Maharashtra, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 32,800 crore, focused on urban mobility.
PM inaugurates Aarey JVLR-BKC section of Mumbai Metro Line 3
On 5 October 2024, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Aarey JVLR to BKC section of Mumbai Metro Line 3 Phase-1, worth around Rs 14,120 crore, and took a metro ride.
Hindustan Copper resumes Surda Mine operations in Jharkhand
On 5 October 2024, in Jharkhand, MoS Satish Chandra Dubey inaugurated the resumption of Hindustan Copper Limited's Surda Mine operations, a step towards self-reliance in copper.
Fri, 04 Oct 2024
PFC secures USD 1.265 billion, the largest-ever foreign currency term loan by an Indian PSU
On 4 October 2024, in India, Power Finance Corporation announced it had closed a USD 1.265 billion foreign currency term loan, the largest-ever by an Indian PSU, through banks based in IFSC GIFT City.
Ashwini Vaishnaw attends RPF's 40th Raising Day Parade at Nashik
On 4 October 2024, at the RPF Zonal Training Centre, Nashik, Maharashtra, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw graced the 40th Raising Day Parade of the Railway Protection Force and announced Rs 35 crore for training centres.
Department of Posts and Amazon sign MoU to deepen logistics collaboration
On 4 October 2024, in India, the Department of Posts and Amazon Seller Services signed an MoU to deepen their logistics collaboration, building on a partnership since 2013.
Thu, 03 Oct 2024
Cabinet approves Chennai Metro Rail Phase II with three corridors
On 3 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved Chennai Metro Rail Project Phase II, with three corridors totalling 118.9 km and 128 stations at a cost of Rs 63,246 crore.
Cabinet approves India joining the International Energy Efficiency Hub
On 3 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved India joining the International Energy Efficiency Hub by signing the Letter of Intent.
Amit Shah inaugurates Ahmedabad Police Commissioner's Office and Rs 919 crore projects
On 3 October 2024, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a new Police Commissioner's Office built at Rs 140 crore and launched projects worth Rs 919 crore including Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation works.
NICDC's Logistics Data Bank crosses 75 million containers tracked
On 3 October 2024, in India, NICDC said its Logistics Data Bank (LDB) has achieved the milestone of tracking 75 million containers.
Cabinet approves 78-day Productivity Linked Bonus for railway employees
On 3 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved a Productivity Linked Bonus of 78 days, worth Rs 2,028.57 crore, for 11,72,240 railway employees.
Cabinet approves modified Productivity Linked Reward scheme for major ports
On 3 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved a modified Productivity Linked Reward (PLR) scheme for Major Port Authorities and Dock Labour Board employees for 2020-21 to 2025-26.