Narendra Modi
On October 22, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt New Year greetings to the people of Gujarat through a post on X. He wished for happiness, peace, prosperity, and joy in the new year, expressing hopes for the hardworking people and rich culture of Gujarat to thrive even more.
Diwali
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to US President Donald Trump for his warm Diwali greetings and a personal phone call. He emphasized the strong partnership between India and the US, reaffirming India's commitment to combating terrorism and promoting international cooperation. Modi's message highlighted the importance
Indian Railways
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw assessed the arrangements at New Delhi Railway Station, highlighting the efforts of 12 lakh railway employees who have facilitated over 1 crore passengers through 4,211 special trains in the last 20 days. With plans to operate 7,800 more trains, the Indian Railways has established
Ministry of Heavy Industries
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) is actively participating in the 5th year of the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM) from October 2 to 31, 2025. The campaign aims to promote cleanliness and reduce pending matters in government. A mid-term review shows significant progress, including the completion
Vice President
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, met with Vice President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan to discuss key initiatives of the Ministry aimed at enhancing India's manufacturing and export capabilities. The Vice President praised the efforts to position India as a global manufacturing hub and emphasized
PFRDA
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released a Consultation Paper proposing a dual valuation framework for long-only pension funds investing in government securities. This framework aims to enhance transparency and stability in the National Pension System (NPS) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) schemes. Stakeholders are invited to
Competition Commission of India
The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of J. B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Limited by Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited, subject to voluntary modifications. The acquisition involves Torrent Pharmaceuticals acquiring shareholding in J. B. Chemicals, which manufactures and markets pharmaceutical formulations and active pharmaceutical ingredients. A detailed order will follow.
Competition Commission of India
The Competition Commission of India has approved the acquisition of up to 15% shareholding in Edelweiss Asset Management Limited and Edelweiss Trusteeship Company Limited by Setu AIF Trust, Konark Trust, and MMPL Trust. This acquisition involves interconnected steps and is facilitated by Setu AIF Trust, a Category II AIF registered
Bihar elections
The Election Commission of India has announced the schedule for the 2025 Bihar Legislative Assembly elections and bye-elections, empowering citizens to report violations through the C-Vigil App. 824 flying squads have been deployed to address complaints within 100 minutes. As of October 21, 2025, 650 complaints were lodged, with 94%
Wall Painting
The Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law and Justice has launched a wall painting initiative under the Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on sustainability and creativity. The initiative features thematic wall paintings that promote the 'Waste to Wealth' concept, enhancing workplace aesthetics and employee morale. This model
Science Communication
The National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) and CSIR-IHBT organized a two-day workshop titled 'Communicate to Connect: Science for All' in Palampur. The event focused on enhancing science outreach and communication strategies, featuring discussions on misinformation, the role of scientists, and the importance of two-way
UDAN
The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) celebrated the 9th anniversary of the UDAN scheme, which has operationalized 649 routes connecting 93 unserved and underserved airports, facilitating over 1.56 crore passengers through 3.23 lakh flights. The initiative aims to make air travel affordable and accessible, with plans to continue