7th JULY 2026 ENGLISH TNPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS PDF TNPSC SHOUTERS
Hitachi Signs MoU with Tamil Nadu Government in the Presence of Chief Minister
- The Hitachi Group is a global Fortune 500 company. Hitachi Energy India Limited and Hitachi Energy Technology Services Private Limited are subsidiaries of this group.
- In this context, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at an event organized by the Industries Investment Promotion and Commerce Department at the Chennai Secretariat.
- The agreement covers the expansion of the Hitachi Group’s Global Technology and Innovation Centre in Porur, Chennai, and the expansion of Hitachi Energy India’s manufacturing operations in Chengalpattu.
- This initiative is expected to attract an investment of ₹1,000 crore and create high-quality technical jobs for 1,000 people over the next 3 to 5 years.
- Under Section 39 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has designated the Natural History Museum at Mizoram University, Aizawl, as a recognized repository.
- Based on the recommendation of the National Biodiversity Authority and following a due review of the proposal, the Central Government announced this designation on June 19, 2026. With this announcement, the Natural History Museum becomes India's 21st recognized repository, further strengthening the nation's biodiversity conservation and scientific infrastructure.
- By preserving verified biological samples obtained under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, recognized repositories serve as a vital component of India's biodiversity governance framework.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a state visit to three countries: Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. As the first leg of this three-nation tour, he arrived in Indonesia.
- Upon visiting the Presidential Palace this morning, he was accorded a grand reception by the cavalry. Meanwhile, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto honored Prime Minister Modi by conferring upon him the 'Bintang Adipurna,' Indonesia's highest award.
- This award is presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to Indonesia's unity, stability, and prosperity. This marks the 35th international award conferred upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi by foreign nations. Speaking at the event, Modi remarked that a "golden era" in India-Indonesia relations is beginning today.
- As part of the bilateral talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a three-day state visit to Indonesia and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, 20 key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) have been signed to elevate the relationship between the two nations to the next level.
- Several key decisions were made during this meeting aimed at enhancing defense capabilities and digital technology in both nations. Indonesia has officially signed an agreement to procure India's potent BrahMos and Astra-MK1 missiles.
- Both sides have agreed to establish the necessary infrastructure to integrate India's 'UPI' digital payment services in Indonesia.
- New strategies have been formulated not only for the defense and technology sectors but also for education and maritime surveillance. As part of an effort to elevate Indian educational standards to an international level, both countries have agreed to open a new campus of IIM Bangalore in Indonesia.
- An agreement has also been reached for the Indian and Indonesian Coast Guards to conduct joint operations aimed at strengthening maritime security in the Indian Ocean region.
