On July 14, 2025, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the Sigandur Bridge, now recognized as India’s second-longest cable-stayed bridge and Karnataka’s longest. Spanning 2.25 km, with a 740-meter cable-stayed section, it connects Ambaragodlu to Kalasavalli, drastically reducing travel time to the temple town of Sigandur.

India’s longest overall cable-stayed bridge: Bandra-Worli Sea Link in Mumbai, measuring 5.6 km, including its 500-meter cable-stayed span.

On 11 July 2025, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) released its preliminary report on the Air India Flight AI 171 crash, which occurred on 12 June 2025, killing 260 people.

• The report revealed a sudden shutdown of engine fuel: both engine fuel control switches moved from ‘RUN’ to ‘CUTOFF’ within 1 second after take-off.
• Cockpit recordings show one pilot asking why the fuel was cut; the other denied doing so.
• The flight lasted only 30 seconds before the Boeing 787-8 crashed into BJ Medical College hostel premises in Ahmedabad.
• The crash killed 241 of 242 passengers and 19 people on the ground; only 1 passenger survived.
• Fuel quality was found satisfactory and pilots had adequate rest.
• AAIB said there are no recommended actions for Boeing 787-8 operators at this stage.
• Further evidence is being gathered, and Air India is cooperating with the investigation.

The Indian Army launched Operation SHIVA 2025 on 11 July 2025 to ensure the safe and smooth conduct of the Shri Amarnath Yatra, amid increased threats from Pakistan-backed proxy groups.

• 8,500+ troops deployed, coordinated with civil administration and CAPFs.
• A multi-layered counter-terror grid, UAV surveillance, and drone countermeasures are in place.

The operation underscores the Army’s commitment to pilgrims’ safety and national preparedness in high-risk zones.

India’s fish production has doubled from 95.79 lakh tonnes (2013–14) to 195 lakh tonnes (2024–25)—a growth of 104% in just 11 years, marking a major success of the Blue Revolution.

Key Highlights:

• Inland fish farming surged 140%, and shrimp production rose 270%.
• ₹38,572 crore invested in the fisheries sector since 2015.
• Seafood exports crossed ₹60,500 crore, boosting rural livelihoods.

On July 6, 2025, India marked the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, a visionary leader, nationalist, and founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh.

• Born in 1901 in Kolkata, he became one of the youngest Vice-Chancellors of Calcutta University at age 33.
• A barrister trained in London, Mookerjee served as Finance Minister of Bengal and later joined the Hindu Mahasabha.
• After Independence, he was India’s first Industry and Supply Minister but resigned over the Nehru-Liaquat Pact.
• In 1951, he founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, laying the ideological foundation for today’s BJP.
• He strongly opposed Article 370, promoting “Ek Vidhan, Ek Nishan, Ek Pradhan”, and died in 1953 in Srinagar under controversial circumstances.

On 8 July 2025, the Indian Navy inducted its first indigenously designed and built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), Nistar, at a ceremony in Visakhapatnam, officially handed over by Hindustan Shipyard Limited.

Nistar, derived from Sanskrit meaning liberation or rescue, is a highly specialized warship built to perform deep sea diving and submarine rescue operations—a capability only a few navies in the world possess.

• The vessel is 118 meters long, with a displacement of 10,000 tons.
• It can conduct saturation diving up to 300 meters and side diving operations up to 75 meters.
• Acts as a “Mother Ship” for Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel (DSRV), crucial for submarine emergencies.
• Equipped with advanced ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles) for operations up to 1000 meters deep.

With about 75% indigenous content, Nistar represents a major step forward in India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing and boosts the Navy’s deep sea operational capabilities.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar on June 24, 2025, ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. This is the first such revision since 2003.

• SIR involves door-to-door verification to include eligible voters and remove ineligible or duplicate entries, ensuring a clean and transparent electoral roll.
• The revision addresses issues due to urbanisation, migration, and unreported deaths and aims to prevent illegal immigrants from being listed.

Process Highlights

• Booth Level Officers (BLOs) distribute forms via home visits.
• Proof of citizenship is mandatory for new voters (especially added after 2003).
• 11 documents accepted (e.g., birth certificate, passport); Aadhaar is not valid for citizenship proof.

Legal & Timeline

• SIR is conducted under Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 21 of RP Act, 1950.
• Appeals can be made to the District Magistrate or Chief Electoral Officer.

Important Dates

• Submit documents by: July 25, 2025
• Draft roll release: August 1, 2025
• Final roll publication: September 30, 2025