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PM Modi inaugurates CG Semi chip plant in Sanand, Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's third semiconductor manufacturing plant in Sanand, Gujarat, a significant stride in building a domestic chip ecosystem. This facility aims to bolster manufacturing, strengthen electronics supply chains, and reduce import reliance. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the rapid development of the sector, underscoring its national priority. Meanwhile, the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor is nearing completion, with an operational stretch anticipated in 2027.
Semiconductor plant in Assam likely to start production this fiscal, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says
Production at the Jagiroad semiconductor plant in Assam is set to begin this financial year. Union Minister of I&B and Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, confirmed the timeline after meeting with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The facility, a Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Pvt Ltd project, will produce millions of chips daily.
Vande Bharat Express now links Jammu to Srinagar directly
Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the 20-coach Vande Bharat Express in Jammu and Kashmir. This marks the first direct rail link between Jammu and Srinagar. The service reduces travel time and provides an all-weather connection. The train is popular and has become a lifeline for the region. Future plans include connecting Poonch, Rajouri, and Uri to the rail network.