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Logistics India Flags Off First Hydrogen-Powered Train on Jind-Sonipat Route, Signaling Green Rail Shift
India’s first hydrogen-powered passenger train will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 17. The train, designed for speeds up to 110 km/h, will run on the 89-km Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. It uses hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity with only water vapour as emission, marking a milestone for Indian Railways in green mobility.
Manufacturing KisanKraft Launches Two Electric-Powered Farm Equipment, Cutting Energy Costs by 94%
KisanKraft Ltd has launched two electric-powered farm machines—the E-Inter-cultivator and E-Self Propelled Reaper—that reduce hourly energy costs from ₹170 (petrol) to ₹10 (electric). The machines were tested across diverse Indian agro-climatic conditions and deliver 3.5-4 hours of operation per charge.
Commodities Kerala University unveils vision plan for sustainable fisheries and blue economy growth
The Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) has released two strategic action plans to transform the state's fisheries sector and position itself as a global centre for ocean studies. The plans propose a Kerala Blue Economy Council, 'Mission Oceans Kerala', a seafood brand, and climate-smart fishing villages. Fisheries Minister Abdul Gafoor reaffirmed the state's commitment to becoming a national leader in the Blue Economy.
Manufacturing Water-from-Air Textile Research Opens New Manufacturing Possibilities
Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed a textile capable of harvesting atmospheric water, producing 400–900 ml of drinkable water per day in a jacket prototype. The technology could be applied to other products like backpacks and tents, with potential for medical or emergency use in remote areas.