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The second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat ’was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29 at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.  
In his address, Singh exuded confidence that ‘Arighaat ’will further strengthen India ’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance &peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country.  
The minister described it as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government ’s unwavering resolve to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta ’in defence.
The defence minister further asserted that INS Arighaat will provide a major boost to India 's industrial sector, particularly MSMEs, and create more employment opportunities. "Today, India is surging ahead to become a developed country. It is essential for us to develop rapidly in every field, including defence, especially in today 's geopolitical scenario,"Singh said.
The Arihant class submarines are named after a Sanskrit word meaning the “Destroyer of the Enemy ”.  
Constructed by the Shipbuilding Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam, INS Arighaat can travel at a maximum speed of up to 24 knots (44 km/h) when submerged and 12 –15 knots (22 –28 km/h) when surfaced. It shares the same hump as the INS Arihant and has four launch tubes. It can carry 12 K-15 SLBMs with a range of about 750 km or up to four nuclear-armed K-4 SLBMs with a range of over 3,500 km.
In addition to the six nuclear attack submarines that will be constructed in three blocks, India is working on five Arihant class boats. Six new Kalvari class boats have already been delivered to the Indian Navy and 15 more are scheduled to be delivered as part of Projects 75 AS, 76, and 75 India.
India will now have two SSBNs –INS Arihant (S-2) and INS Arighat -- patrolling the high seas as a crucial part of the country ’s nuclear triad and second-strike capability (due to its no-first-use policy).
The Navy has already approached the Narendra Modi government for the approval of two nuclear-powered conventionally armed submarines (SSNs).  
[Excerpt from Businesstoday  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 31/08/24]

What is the name of India 's second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) that was recently commissioned?

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The second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat ’was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29 at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.  
In his address, Singh exuded confidence that ‘Arighaat ’will further strengthen India ’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance &peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country.  
The minister described it as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government ’s unwavering resolve to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta ’in defence.
The defence minister further asserted that INS Arighaat will provide a major boost to India 's industrial sector, particularly MSMEs, and create more employment opportunities. "Today, India is surging ahead to become a developed country. It is essential for us to develop rapidly in every field, including defence, especially in today 's geopolitical scenario,"Singh said.
The Arihant class submarines are named after a Sanskrit word meaning the “Destroyer of the Enemy ”.  
Constructed by the Shipbuilding Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam, INS Arighaat can travel at a maximum speed of up to 24 knots (44 km/h) when submerged and 12 –15 knots (22 –28 km/h) when surfaced. It shares the same hump as the INS Arihant and has four launch tubes. It can carry 12 K-15 SLBMs with a range of about 750 km or up to four nuclear-armed K-4 SLBMs with a range of over 3,500 km.
In addition to the six nuclear attack submarines that will be constructed in three blocks, India is working on five Arihant class boats. Six new Kalvari class boats have already been delivered to the Indian Navy and 15 more are scheduled to be delivered as part of Projects 75 AS, 76, and 75 India.
India will now have two SSBNs –INS Arihant (S-2) and INS Arighat -- patrolling the high seas as a crucial part of the country ’s nuclear triad and second-strike capability (due to its no-first-use policy).
The Navy has already approached the Narendra Modi government for the approval of two nuclear-powered conventionally armed submarines (SSNs).  
[Excerpt from Businesstoday  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 31/08/24]

In which city was INS Arighaat commissioned?

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The second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat ’was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29 at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.  
In his address, Singh exuded confidence that ‘Arighaat ’will further strengthen India ’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance &peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country.  
The minister described it as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government ’s unwavering resolve to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta ’in defence.
The defence minister further asserted that INS Arighaat will provide a major boost to India 's industrial sector, particularly MSMEs, and create more employment opportunities. "Today, India is surging ahead to become a developed country. It is essential for us to develop rapidly in every field, including defence, especially in today 's geopolitical scenario,"Singh said.
The Arihant class submarines are named after a Sanskrit word meaning the “Destroyer of the Enemy ”.  
Constructed by the Shipbuilding Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam, INS Arighaat can travel at a maximum speed of up to 24 knots (44 km/h) when submerged and 12 –15 knots (22 –28 km/h) when surfaced. It shares the same hump as the INS Arihant and has four launch tubes. It can carry 12 K-15 SLBMs with a range of about 750 km or up to four nuclear-armed K-4 SLBMs with a range of over 3,500 km.
In addition to the six nuclear attack submarines that will be constructed in three blocks, India is working on five Arihant class boats. Six new Kalvari class boats have already been delivered to the Indian Navy and 15 more are scheduled to be delivered as part of Projects 75 AS, 76, and 75 India.
India will now have two SSBNs –INS Arihant (S-2) and INS Arighat -- patrolling the high seas as a crucial part of the country ’s nuclear triad and second-strike capability (due to its no-first-use policy).
The Navy has already approached the Narendra Modi government for the approval of two nuclear-powered conventionally armed submarines (SSNs).  
[Excerpt from Businesstoday  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 31/08/24]

What is the primary role of India 's SSBN programme?

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The second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat ’was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29 at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.  
In his address, Singh exuded confidence that ‘Arighaat ’will further strengthen India ’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance &peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country.  
The minister described it as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government ’s unwavering resolve to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta ’in defence.
The defence minister further asserted that INS Arighaat will provide a major boost to India 's industrial sector, particularly MSMEs, and create more employment opportunities. "Today, India is surging ahead to become a developed country. It is essential for us to develop rapidly in every field, including defence, especially in today 's geopolitical scenario,"Singh said.
The Arihant class submarines are named after a Sanskrit word meaning the “Destroyer of the Enemy ”.  
Constructed by the Shipbuilding Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam, INS Arighaat can travel at a maximum speed of up to 24 knots (44 km/h) when submerged and 12 –15 knots (22 –28 km/h) when surfaced. It shares the same hump as the INS Arihant and has four launch tubes. It can carry 12 K-15 SLBMs with a range of about 750 km or up to four nuclear-armed K-4 SLBMs with a range of over 3,500 km.
In addition to the six nuclear attack submarines that will be constructed in three blocks, India is working on five Arihant class boats. Six new Kalvari class boats have already been delivered to the Indian Navy and 15 more are scheduled to be delivered as part of Projects 75 AS, 76, and 75 India.
India will now have two SSBNs –INS Arihant (S-2) and INS Arighat -- patrolling the high seas as a crucial part of the country ’s nuclear triad and second-strike capability (due to its no-first-use policy).
The Navy has already approached the Narendra Modi government for the approval of two nuclear-powered conventionally armed submarines (SSNs).  
[Excerpt from Businesstoday  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 31/08/24]

Which of the following technological advancements does INS Arighaat have over INS Arihant?

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The second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat ’was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29 at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.  
In his address, Singh exuded confidence that ‘Arighaat ’will further strengthen India ’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance &peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country.  
The minister described it as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government ’s unwavering resolve to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta ’in defence.
The defence minister further asserted that INS Arighaat will provide a major boost to India 's industrial sector, particularly MSMEs, and create more employment opportunities. "Today, India is surging ahead to become a developed country. It is essential for us to develop rapidly in every field, including defence, especially in today 's geopolitical scenario,"Singh said.
The Arihant class submarines are named after a Sanskrit word meaning the “Destroyer of the Enemy ”.  
Constructed by the Shipbuilding Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam, INS Arighaat can travel at a maximum speed of up to 24 knots (44 km/h) when submerged and 12 –15 knots (22 –28 km/h) when surfaced. It shares the same hump as the INS Arihant and has four launch tubes. It can carry 12 K-15 SLBMs with a range of about 750 km or up to four nuclear-armed K-4 SLBMs with a range of over 3,500 km.
In addition to the six nuclear attack submarines that will be constructed in three blocks, India is working on five Arihant class boats. Six new Kalvari class boats have already been delivered to the Indian Navy and 15 more are scheduled to be delivered as part of Projects 75 AS, 76, and 75 India.
India will now have two SSBNs –INS Arihant (S-2) and INS Arighat -- patrolling the high seas as a crucial part of the country ’s nuclear triad and second-strike capability (due to its no-first-use policy).
The Navy has already approached the Narendra Modi government for the approval of two nuclear-powered conventionally armed submarines (SSNs).  
[Excerpt from Businesstoday  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 31/08/24]

How does the commissioning of INS Arighaat contribute to India ’s national defense?

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Union cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 new industrial smart cities in different states with an outlay of Rs 28,602 crore to boost domestic manufacturing, said union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, while briefing the media on the cabinet decisions.
Out of the 12 industrial cities, two are coming up in Andhra Pradesh and one in Bihar.
The government in the Budget had announced the development of 'plug and play 'industrial parks in or near 100 cities in partnership with states and the private sector to boost manufacturing.
Details of the industrial smart cities:

• Aligned with vision of Viksit Bharat
• Grand necklace of Industrial Smart Cities on the backbone of Golden Quadrilateral
• 12 projects worth Rs. 28,602 crore to transform India 's industrial landscape
• Employment potential 10 Lakh direct and up to 30 Lakh indirect jobs
• Investment potential Rs. 1.5 lakh crore
• Built on PM GatiShakti principles
• 'Plug-n-play 'and 'walk-to-work 'concepts with planned urbanization
• Robust, sustainable infrastructure to drive investments and spur balanced regional development
• Will cement India 's role in Global Value Chains with ready-to-allot land for investors

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh earlier told PTI that eight such cities are already under different stages of implementation.
Trunk infrastructure has been created in four cities - Dholera (Gujarat), Auric (Maharashtra), Vikram Udyogpuri (Madhya Pradesh) and Krishnapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and allotment of land plots is underway for the industry.
Similarly, in the other four, the government 's special purpose vehicle is in the process of constructing the basic infrastructure like road connectivity, water and power supply.
With eight already under the development stage and the announcement of 12 new in the Budget, the total count of these cities in the country will reach 20.
The move will help increase the share of manufacturing in the country 's GDP and create jobs.
[Excerpt from Economic Times  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 30/08/24]

What recent initiative did the Union Cabinet approve involving a budget of ₹28,602 crore?

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Union cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 new industrial smart cities in different states with an outlay of Rs 28,602 crore to boost domestic manufacturing, said union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, while briefing the media on the cabinet decisions.
Out of the 12 industrial cities, two are coming up in Andhra Pradesh and one in Bihar.
The government in the Budget had announced the development of 'plug and play 'industrial parks in or near 100 cities in partnership with states and the private sector to boost manufacturing.
Details of the industrial smart cities:

• Aligned with vision of Viksit Bharat
• Grand necklace of Industrial Smart Cities on the backbone of Golden Quadrilateral
• 12 projects worth Rs. 28,602 crore to transform India 's industrial landscape
• Employment potential 10 Lakh direct and up to 30 Lakh indirect jobs
• Investment potential Rs. 1.5 lakh crore
• Built on PM GatiShakti principles
• 'Plug-n-play 'and 'walk-to-work 'concepts with planned urbanization
• Robust, sustainable infrastructure to drive investments and spur balanced regional development
• Will cement India 's role in Global Value Chains with ready-to-allot land for investors

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh earlier told PTI that eight such cities are already under different stages of implementation.
Trunk infrastructure has been created in four cities - Dholera (Gujarat), Auric (Maharashtra), Vikram Udyogpuri (Madhya Pradesh) and Krishnapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and allotment of land plots is underway for the industry.
Similarly, in the other four, the government 's special purpose vehicle is in the process of constructing the basic infrastructure like road connectivity, water and power supply.
With eight already under the development stage and the announcement of 12 new in the Budget, the total count of these cities in the country will reach 20.
The move will help increase the share of manufacturing in the country 's GDP and create jobs.
[Excerpt from Economic Times  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 30/08/24]

What is the total expected private sector investment for the new industrial smart cities project?

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Union cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 new industrial smart cities in different states with an outlay of Rs 28,602 crore to boost domestic manufacturing, said union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, while briefing the media on the cabinet decisions.
Out of the 12 industrial cities, two are coming up in Andhra Pradesh and one in Bihar.
The government in the Budget had announced the development of 'plug and play 'industrial parks in or near 100 cities in partnership with states and the private sector to boost manufacturing.
Details of the industrial smart cities:

• Aligned with vision of Viksit Bharat
• Grand necklace of Industrial Smart Cities on the backbone of Golden Quadrilateral
• 12 projects worth Rs. 28,602 crore to transform India 's industrial landscape
• Employment potential 10 Lakh direct and up to 30 Lakh indirect jobs
• Investment potential Rs. 1.5 lakh crore
• Built on PM GatiShakti principles
• 'Plug-n-play 'and 'walk-to-work 'concepts with planned urbanization
• Robust, sustainable infrastructure to drive investments and spur balanced regional development
• Will cement India 's role in Global Value Chains with ready-to-allot land for investors

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh earlier told PTI that eight such cities are already under different stages of implementation.
Trunk infrastructure has been created in four cities - Dholera (Gujarat), Auric (Maharashtra), Vikram Udyogpuri (Madhya Pradesh) and Krishnapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and allotment of land plots is underway for the industry.
Similarly, in the other four, the government 's special purpose vehicle is in the process of constructing the basic infrastructure like road connectivity, water and power supply.
With eight already under the development stage and the announcement of 12 new in the Budget, the total count of these cities in the country will reach 20.
The move will help increase the share of manufacturing in the country 's GDP and create jobs.
[Excerpt from Economic Times  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 30/08/24]

How many direct and indirect jobs are projected to be created by the new industrial smart cities initiative?

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Union cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 new industrial smart cities in different states with an outlay of Rs 28,602 crore to boost domestic manufacturing, said union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, while briefing the media on the cabinet decisions.
Out of the 12 industrial cities, two are coming up in Andhra Pradesh and one in Bihar.
The government in the Budget had announced the development of 'plug and play 'industrial parks in or near 100 cities in partnership with states and the private sector to boost manufacturing.
Details of the industrial smart cities:

• Aligned with vision of Viksit Bharat
• Grand necklace of Industrial Smart Cities on the backbone of Golden Quadrilateral
• 12 projects worth Rs. 28,602 crore to transform India 's industrial landscape
• Employment potential 10 Lakh direct and up to 30 Lakh indirect jobs
• Investment potential Rs. 1.5 lakh crore
• Built on PM GatiShakti principles
• 'Plug-n-play 'and 'walk-to-work 'concepts with planned urbanization
• Robust, sustainable infrastructure to drive investments and spur balanced regional development
• Will cement India 's role in Global Value Chains with ready-to-allot land for investors

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh earlier told PTI that eight such cities are already under different stages of implementation.
Trunk infrastructure has been created in four cities - Dholera (Gujarat), Auric (Maharashtra), Vikram Udyogpuri (Madhya Pradesh) and Krishnapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and allotment of land plots is underway for the industry.
Similarly, in the other four, the government 's special purpose vehicle is in the process of constructing the basic infrastructure like road connectivity, water and power supply.
With eight already under the development stage and the announcement of 12 new in the Budget, the total count of these cities in the country will reach 20.
The move will help increase the share of manufacturing in the country 's GDP and create jobs.
[Excerpt from Economic Times  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 30/08/24]

What is the primary infrastructure model being used for developing the new industrial smart cities?

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Union cabinet on Wednesday approved 12 new industrial smart cities in different states with an outlay of Rs 28,602 crore to boost domestic manufacturing, said union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, while briefing the media on the cabinet decisions.
Out of the 12 industrial cities, two are coming up in Andhra Pradesh and one in Bihar.
The government in the Budget had announced the development of 'plug and play 'industrial parks in or near 100 cities in partnership with states and the private sector to boost manufacturing.
Details of the industrial smart cities:

• Aligned with vision of Viksit Bharat
• Grand necklace of Industrial Smart Cities on the backbone of Golden Quadrilateral
• 12 projects worth Rs. 28,602 crore to transform India 's industrial landscape
• Employment potential 10 Lakh direct and up to 30 Lakh indirect jobs
• Investment potential Rs. 1.5 lakh crore
• Built on PM GatiShakti principles
• 'Plug-n-play 'and 'walk-to-work 'concepts with planned urbanization
• Robust, sustainable infrastructure to drive investments and spur balanced regional development
• Will cement India 's role in Global Value Chains with ready-to-allot land for investors

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh earlier told PTI that eight such cities are already under different stages of implementation.
Trunk infrastructure has been created in four cities - Dholera (Gujarat), Auric (Maharashtra), Vikram Udyogpuri (Madhya Pradesh) and Krishnapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) and allotment of land plots is underway for the industry.
Similarly, in the other four, the government 's special purpose vehicle is in the process of constructing the basic infrastructure like road connectivity, water and power supply.
With eight already under the development stage and the announcement of 12 new in the Budget, the total count of these cities in the country will reach 20.
The move will help increase the share of manufacturing in the country 's GDP and create jobs.
[Excerpt from Economic Times  "Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart Cities " Dated 30/08/24]

Which concept in the industrial smart cities design aims to reduce commuting and improve work-life balance?