3 Things The Catch Up: 22 July
Jul 22, 2025
Explore the latest in national developments, including Air India's green light on Boeing inspections and the ripple effects of China's hydropower investment. Dive into pressing current events, from environmental concerns surrounding a Chinese dam to legal notices from the Supreme Court. The discussion also shines a light on chilling incidents, such as police encounters in a murder investigation and alarming accusations of witchcraft in Jharkhand. Stay informed and intrigued with these compelling stories!
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Proactive Aircraft Safety Checks
- Air India completed voluntary inspections on Boeing 787 and 737 fuel control switches before DGCA's deadline.
- Airlines should proactively conduct safety inspections to comply with regulator mandates promptly.
China's Hydropower Project Impact
- China's hydropower project on Yarlung Zhangbo river is its largest since the Three Gorges Dam, aimed at economic stimulus.
- This project raises geopolitical concerns for India, particularly drought risks downstream in Arunachal Pradesh.
India's Slow Water Storage Project
- India proposed a large storage project to counter China's dam impact, but progress has been slow.
- Delays in such infrastructure projects affect India's strategic water security response.