Kalpasar Project: 60.13 km Dam for 7800 MCM Reservoir to Irrigate 10.54 Lakh Ha in Saurashtra

Tamil Nadu CM Seeks National Project Status for Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar River Link: SPV Proposed

Tamil Nadu CM pushes for the Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river linking project, a key inter-state water transfer initiative, seeking 'National Project' status and a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for fast-track execution. This is crucial for augmenting TN's surface water resources and addressing drinking/irrigation needs, especially in southern districts.

11,000 MW Siang Upper Multipurpose Project: Arunachal Cabinet Sets Up High-Level Panel for Survey

Arunachal Cabinet approves Empowered High-Level Committee to guide pre-feasibility survey of the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP). This 11,000 MW national project (declared 2008) is strategically crucial to counter China's 60,000 MW dam on Yarlung Tsangpo. Local opposition persists; state assures people-centric survey. Prelims: remember SUMP capacity, national project year, China's project capacity. Mains: analyze strategic water/energy security vs local displacement.

EAC Recommends Green Nod for 1,605 MW Subansiri Upper Project; 1.35 Lakh Trees at Risk

The EAC's recommendation for environmental clearance to the 1,605 MW Subansiri Upper Hydro Project highlights the tension between hydropower development and forest conservation. Key issues include diversion of 2,733 hectares of forest land, felling of 1.35 lakh trees, and compensatory afforestation in MP. This is crucial for UPSC Mains GS3 (Environment, Infrastructure) and Prelims (Forest Conservation Act, EAC).

Amit Shah Flags Off India's First LNG-Powered Train: Dual-Fuel Tech to Cut Diesel Use by 40%

India's first LNG-powered train, flagged off by Amit Shah from Sabarmati, marks a major shift towards cleaner fuel in railways. The dual-fuel system can replace up to 40% of diesel, cutting emissions and saving Rs 23.9 lakh per year per rake. This is a key initiative for sustainable transportation and energy efficiency.

SC-NBWL Clears 1,800 MW Hydropower Project in Panna-Ranipur Tiger Corridor Despite DFO Concerns

The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) has recommended clearance for a 1,800 MW pumped storage hydropower project in the Panna-Ranipur tiger corridor, overruling objections from a Madhya Pradesh forest officer who warned of corridor fragmentation. The project requires 411.48 hectares of forest land and will be allowed with mitigation measures including three wildlife overpasses. This decision highlights the tension between renewable energy expansion and wildlife conservation.

Amit Shah Launches ₹1,542 Cr Railway Projects in Gujarat: First LNG Train, WAG-12 Shed, Kavach

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched railway projects worth over ₹1,542 crore in Gujarat, including India's first LNG-powered train, a WAG-12 locomotive maintenance shed, Kavach safety system, automatic signalling, and line doubling. This signals a push toward safer, greener and higher-capacity rail operations — a strong source of Prelims data points and Mains material on infrastructure modernisation.

Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar Link: TN CM Demands Full Execution to Save 5 Drought-Prone Districts

Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay has appealed to PM Modi for full execution of the Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar river linking project, as the current NWDA plan to link Godavari-Pennar-Palar-Vellar would only benefit northern districts. The project, if implemented as per earlier plan, could provide permanent irrigation and drinking water to five southern districts facing drought, utilizing 1,100 TMC of Godavari water.

Delhi Master Plan 2047 Tabled at DDA: 5-Year Delay, Yamuna O-Zone Policy & 1,511 Colonies Regularisation

The Delhi Master Plan 2047, delayed by 5 years, is finally tabled at DDA for approval. The plan addresses Yamuna O-Zone regulation, regularisation of 1,511 unauthorised colonies, and new TOD and slum rehabilitation policies. This is critical for understanding urban governance, environmental regulation, and Delhi's development trajectory — a hot topic for UPSC Prelims and Mains.