Jal Jeevan Mission
The Ministry of Jal Shakti organized the first District Collectors’ Peyjal Samvad, a national dialogue aimed at enhancing local governance and sustainability in rural water supply under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM). With over 81% rural households now having access to tap water, the focus shifts to ensuring long-term sustainability
ICAR-IIMR
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the administrative building at ICAR–Indian Institute of Maize Research in Ludhiana, Punjab. He interacted with stakeholders and announced financial support for flood-affected families and farmers, including ₹1.60 lakh for house reconstruction and ₹74 crore for free wheat seeds. The minister
Codex Committee
The 8th Session of the Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs commenced in Guwahati, India, with 81 delegates from 27 countries discussing international spice standards. Assam's Governor emphasized the region's potential as a spice hub, while officials highlighted the importance of harmonized standards for safety
India
During a joint press statement, Indian Prime Minister welcomed President Khurelsukh of Mongolia, marking 70 years of diplomatic ties and 10 years of strategic partnership. Key highlights included a tree-planting ceremony, defense cooperation initiatives, cultural exchanges, and development projects, including an oil refinery project supported by India. The leaders emphasized
WHO
The 16th Annual Meeting of the WHO–IRCH is taking place in Jakarta from October 14-16, 2025, focusing on the harmonization of herbal medicine regulations. India is represented by a high-level delegation led by Dr. Raghu Arackal, emphasizing its leadership in traditional medicine regulation. The meeting includes discussions on a
NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken notice of a tragic incident at Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur, where a fire resulted in the deaths of eight patients and critical injuries to three others. The NHRC has issued notices to state officials for a detailed report
Live Cases Dashboard
Union Minister of State for Law and Justice, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, inaugurated the 'Live Cases' Dashboard under the Legal Information Management and Briefing System (LIMBS) to enhance transparency and efficiency in government litigation management. The dashboard provides real-time data visualization of court cases, supporting proactive decision-making and
NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has taken cognizance of a tragic incident where seven workers died and four others were injured in an explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. The NHRC has issued notices to state officials for a detailed report
shipbuilding
India has unveiled a ₹69,725 crore shipbuilding and maritime reform initiative aimed at revitalizing its shipbuilding sector. Key components include the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme, Maritime Development Fund, and Shipbuilding Development Scheme, all designed to enhance domestic manufacturing, create jobs, and strengthen the maritime economy. The initiative also emphasizes
Bio-technology
The Department of Bio-technology (DBT) is actively implementing Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on cleanliness and efficiency. An inspection led by Joint Secretary Ms. Ekta Vishnoi revealed significant progress, including the review of over 13,000 physical files, disposal of e-waste generating revenue, and addressing grievances. The campaign aims to
India
The Government of India announces the resumption of all international postal services to the USA effective from 15 October 2025, following a suspension due to new U.S. customs regulations. The new Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) mechanism allows customs duties to be prepaid in India, ensuring compliance and faster delivery
Bihar elections
The Election Commission of India has completed the first randomization of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) for Phase-II of the General Elections in Bihar. This process involved the random allocation of 53,806 Ballot Units, 53,806 Control Units, and 57,746 VVPATs to