NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog has launched the second working paper in its Tax Policy Working Paper Series, focusing on decriminalising tax compliance and fostering trust-based governance. The paper evaluates the criminal provisions of the Income-tax Act, 2025, proposing a framework to rationalise punishments and reduce mandatory imprisonment for minor infractions. The reforms
Minimum Support Price
The Indian government has approved the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for the Rabi Marketing Season (RMS) 2026-27, with an estimated procurement of 297 Lakh MT and a payout of approximately ₹84,263 crore to farmers. The MSP for wheat is set at ₹2,585 per quintal, ensuring a margin of
GST reforms
The new GST reforms in Manipur aim to enhance economic growth by reducing tax rates across various sectors, including handloom, crafts, food processing, and dairy. The reforms are expected to benefit 2.5 lakh weavers, 1.2 lakh artisans, and 1.5 lakh workers in food processing, while also improving
Purple Fair 2025
The 3rd edition of the International Purple Fest was inaugurated by Goa's Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant, celebrating diversity and inclusion for persons with disabilities. The event emphasizes a shift in societal perception, recognizing individuals with disabilities as professionals and contributors to society. Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar
CPGRAMS
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) released its 41st Monthly Report on the Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) for September 2025. A total of 1,66,071 grievances were redressed, marking the 39th consecutive month of over 1 lakh cases disposed. The report highlights
CPGRAMS
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) released the 38th report on the Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) for September 2025. The report highlights a significant increase in grievance redressals, with 82,082 cases received and 82,790 resolved. The report also notes a total
Election Commission
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that voters can use one of 12 alternative photo identity documents instead of the Electors' Photo Identity Card (EPIC) to vote. This decision aims to facilitate voter identification and increase participation, especially among women in purdah. The ECI has ensured nearly
UPSC
The Union Public Service Commission has declared the results of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2025, held on September 14, 2025. A total of 9085 candidates have qualified for interviews with the Service Selection Board for various military academies, including the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, and Air
India-Australia Relations
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh addressed the inaugural India-Australia Defence Industry Business Round Table in Sydney, emphasizing the strategic partnership established in 2020. He highlighted India's economic growth and the potential for collaboration in defense manufacturing, technology transfer, and joint R&D. The event aimed to strengthen
Purple Fest
The International Purple Fest commenced in Panaji, Goa, celebrating the artistic talents of persons with disabilities. Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar highlighted the importance of inclusion for societal progress, while various cultural performances and exhibitions are set to take place during the four-day event. Source: Original Link
E-Waste Management
The Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law and Justice organized a workshop on e-waste management on October 9, 2025, to promote environmental responsibility and workplace sustainability. The event aimed to raise awareness about the dangers of improper e-waste disposal and provided insights into best practices for e-waste segregation, recycling,
Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visited key construction sites of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project in Ahmedabad, reviewing the progress of the Sabarmati HSR Station, Multimodal Hub, and Rolling Stock Depot. The station design is inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's Charkha, and the project aims for seamless connectivity and