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Technology
Ola Electric’s Ferrite Motor
Rare-earth-free ferrite motor certified by GARC, Tamil Nadu after AIS 041 tests (MoRTH). Available in 7 kW and 11 kW variants. Shows parity with rare-earth permanent magnet motors.
International
Rishi Sunak’s New Roles
Former UK PM Rishi Sunak joined Microsoft and Anthropic as senior adviser. Part-time, non-policy roles providing strategic guidance on macroeconomic and geopolitical trends.
Digital India
Bharat Taxi – Cooperative Ride-Hailing
NeGD-Bharat Taxi MoU for democratic, cooperative ride-hailing. Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd. Launch target: December 2025. Aligns with Digital India goals.
Banking
HDFC Bank’s My Business QR
India’s first commerce identity QR launched with Vyaparify at GFF 2025. Via SmartHub Vyapar app, SMEs create online storefronts with payments, chat, and SEO features.
Governance
Viksit Bharat Strategy Room (VBSR)
Inaugurated at LBSNAA, Mussoorie by B.V.R. Subrahmanyam (CEO, NITI Aayog). Featured Use Case Challenge Awards for data-driven governance. 18 Aspirational Districts awarded.
Environment
National Red List Roadmap 2025-2030
Developed by ZSI, BSI, and IUCN India. Launched at IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025. Covers 20,000+ marine species. Goal: National Red Data Books by 2030.
Awards
Mrs Universe 2025 – Sherry Singh
Sherry Singh became first Indian to win Mrs Universe 2025 at Manila, Philippines. Beat 120 delegates. Platform: women’s empowerment and mental health awareness.
Economy
Vibrant Gujarat 2024 MoU Implementation
72% of 7,100 MoUs implemented (CM Bhupendra Patel). Regional Economic Master Plan: Scale Gujarat from $280 bn to $3.5 tn. First bullet train target: August 2027.
Education
UK Universities to Open India Campuses
Lancaster University and University of Surrey to establish Indian campuses. Part of UK PM’s 2025 India visit outcomes. Also: India-UK Joint Centre for AI and Critical Minerals cooperation.
Defence
SAKSHAM – Anti-Drone Grid
Indigenous Counter-UAS grid by Indian Army + BEL. Features AI-driven threat analysis, operates on Army Data Network. Airspace control up to 3,000 meters.
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Which agency certified Ola Electric’s ferrite motor?
GARC (Tamil Nadu)
Rare-earth-free; 7 kW & 11 kW variants
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Which AI companies did Rishi Sunak join as adviser?
Microsoft and Anthropic
Part-time, non-policy roles
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When will Bharat Taxi cooperative platform launch?
December 2025
NeGD partnership; Sahakar Taxi Cooperative
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Who is the first Indian to win Mrs Universe?
Sherry Singh (2025)
Won at Manila, Philippines
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What % of Vibrant Gujarat 2024 MoUs were implemented?
72%
Out of 7,100 MoUs
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Which UK universities will open India campuses?
Lancaster University & University of Surrey
UK PM’s 2025 India visit outcome
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Which PSU developed SAKSHAM anti-drone grid with Army?
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
AI-driven; up to 3,000 meters airspace control
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Which institutions developed National Red List Roadmap?
ZSI, BSI, and IUCN India
Red Data Books by 2030; 20,000+ marine species
Think & Discuss
Rare-Earth-Free Motors: India’s Path to EV Self-Reliance
Context from today’s quiz: Ola Electric’s ferrite motor—a rare-earth-free technology—received government certification from GARC. This is significant because rare-earth elements (like neodymium) used in traditional EV motors are largely controlled by China, creating supply chain vulnerabilities for India’s ambitious EV transition.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
China controls approximately 60% of global rare-earth mining and 90% of processing capacity. For India’s EV revolution to succeed without geopolitical vulnerabilities, developing alternatives like ferrite motors is crucial. However, rare-earth motors still offer superior power density and efficiency.
Should India prioritize rare-earth-free technologies even if they compromise some performance, or should it focus on securing diverse rare-earth supply chains while using superior rare-earth motors?
Should India prioritize rare-earth-free technologies even if they compromise some performance, or should it focus on securing diverse rare-earth supply chains while using superior rare-earth motors?
- How can India balance the trade-off between technological self-reliance and peak vehicle performance in EVs?
- Should the government offer additional incentives for manufacturers using rare-earth-free motors?
- What role can India’s deep-sea mining program and partnerships with Australia play in securing rare-earth supplies?
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