Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is set to host the National Conclave on Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan on October 17, 2025, in New Delhi, with the President of India as the Chief Guest. The event aims to empower grassroots governance and recognize outstanding performers in various tribal initiatives. It will focus
India
On October 16, 2025, India and Brazil's leaders met in New Delhi to discuss deepening their existing Preferential Trade Agreement under MERCOSUR. They emphasized the need for substantial expansion of the agreement to enhance bilateral trade, covering both tariff and non-tariff issues. The parties agreed to promote private
Kurnool
In his address at the launch of various development projects in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of energy security, infrastructure development, and the role of Andhra Pradesh in India's growth. He highlighted new projects in energy, transportation, and technology, including the establishment of an
UNTCC Chiefs' Conclave
The UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army from October 14-16, concluded with a commitment to strengthen UN peacekeeping operations. Key discussions included the need for inclusive decision-making, leveraging technology, and enhancing safety for peacekeepers. The event featured bilateral meetings, a Defence Expo, and a tree plantation ceremony,
EVM
The Election Commission of India has completed the first randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) for bye-elections in eight Assembly Constituencies across various states. This process, conducted from October 9 to October 16, 2025, involved District Election Officers and representatives from recognized political
Naxalites
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that 258 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra over two days, marking a significant victory in the fight against Naxalism. The surrendered include senior operatives, and a large cache of weapons was also handed over. Shah emphasized the government's commitment to eradicating
TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) convened the 9th Joint Committee of Regulators (JCoR) to address spam and cyber fraud issues. Key discussions included the progress of the Digital Consent Acquisition pilot project, mandatory whitelisting of URLs and callback numbers, and the implementation of a 1600-series numbering plan. The
Women and Child Development
The Minister of Women and Child Development visited the Ministry's office to assess the implementation of Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on cleanliness, community care, and institutional care. The campaign aims to enhance hygiene standards and expedite the disposal of pending references from October 2 to October 31,
Special Campaign 5.0
The Department of Defence is currently in the mid-phase of Special Campaign 5.0, part of the Swachhata Abhiyan, with 5,377 locations identified for cleanliness activities. As of October 16, 2025, 766 sites have been covered, resulting in the examination of 9,580 files, with 1,727 weeded out,
KVKs
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a high-level meeting to enhance the effectiveness of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) across India. He emphasized the need for uniformity in salaries, promotions, and support for KVK staff, while also directing the implementation of farmer-friendly policies. With 731 KVKs nationwide, the focus is
Aquaculture
Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, visited Punjab to assess ongoing fisheries projects and promote technology-driven aquaculture. He emphasized the importance of skill development and diversification in fish farming to enhance rural livelihoods. The visit highlighted the government's commitment to modern aquaculture practices and the
President Droupadi Murmu
On October 16, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu met with Chiefs and Vice-Chiefs of Army participating in the Army Chiefs’ Conclave for United Nations Troop Contributing Countries. She emphasized the importance of peacekeeping missions, highlighting India's commitment to multilateralism and gender inclusion in peacekeeping efforts. The President called for