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Punjab’s Agricultural University in Ludhiana has opened India’s first autonomous farming robot test field. The site hosts prototypes for weed extraction, soil analysis, and selective harvesting using AI and robotics. Four startups are currently piloting their machines, and the university plans to certify at least 20 models for statewide deploy…

Gujarat has established India’s first 500 km Beyond‑Visual‑Line‑of‑Sight drone corridor between Ahmedabad and Vadodara airports. The corridor enables e-commerce and medical cargo drones to operate autonomously. Initial operators include logistics firms delivering medical samples and e-commerce parcels within 25 minutes. The governmen…

Kerala’s Energy Department has pilot‑tested a floating solar raft system on Lake Vembanad. The 200 kW installation uses modular, fish‑friendly pontoons to minimize ecological disruption. The generated energy powers lakeside communities and fisheries. A fish hatchery operated in parallel has seen improved oxygen levels due to reduced algal …

Maharashtra’s state-run BEST undertaking has initiated an ultra-fast electric bus network in Mumbai’s suburban corridors. The fleet of 200 high-speed 9-meter e-buses will operate on core routes spanning Navi Mumbai, Thane, and central Mumbai. Equipped with fast-charging capabilities and regenerative braking, these buses offer reduced turnaroun…

India’s aviation startup AeroEase has successfully conducted the first test flights of its autonomous air taxi prototype in Goa. The electric VTOL aircraft flew for 15 minutes at an altitude of 500 feet, carrying a pilot and backup operator. It cruises at 120 km/h and includes redundant propulsion systems and AI-assisted navigation. The air taxi…

Maharashtra health authorities began drone delivery training for village health workers, teaching them drone piloting, battery care, and anti-stall techniques. These workers use drones to drop vaccines, medicines, and emergency kits in remote villages. The pilot trained 200 participants and will expand statewide next year to boost health delivery …

Tata Memorial Hospital and IIT Bombay jointly launched an AI-powered diagnostic tool that analyzes biopsy imagery and patient data to predict cancer types and grades with 92% accuracy. The system highlights suspect tissue to pathologists, cutting diagnosis time by 30%. Trials are underway in five major public hospitals, with nationwide rollout pla…

Goa’s “Blue Challenge” campaign incentivizes local fishermen and youth to collect plastic debris, protect coral reefs, and monitor marine biodiversity. Environmental NGOs track efforts, and within three months, 5 tons of ocean waste have been collected and protected areas have expanded. The initiative strengthens marine conservation and boos…

India successfully tested its prototype hydrogen-powered commuter train in Karnataka. The train uses imported German fuel cells, produces only steam — no emissions — and demonstrated reliable acceleration and energy recovery. Authorities plan to deploy hydrogen DMUs on suburban routes in Mumbai and Chennai within 3-4 years to cut diesel use an…

Uttar Pradesh has initiated a conservation project in pilgrimage and forest areas like Nainital, Chambal, and Sunderban’s edge. The campaign involves tree planting, trail restoration, anti-fires awareness, and bans on single-use plastics in tourist zones. Local youth are trained as eco-guides and paid as forest stewards. The project also elevate…