GST reforms
Recent GST reforms in Chhattisgarh have reduced tax rates across various sectors, including handlooms, handicrafts, dairy, and cement, leading to increased demand, job creation, and economic growth. The reductions, ranging from 5% to 18%, are expected to empower artisans, support women-led enterprises, and enhance the competitiveness of local products in
SPARSH
The Controller of Defence Accounts (CGDA) organized the 214th SPARSH Outreach Programme in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on October 16, 2025. Inaugurated by Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, the event saw over 1100 defence veterans and family pensioners in attendance. The Governor distributed cheques worth Rs 40 lakh to five pensioners and honored
Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an article by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, emphasizing the importance of rejuvenated waterways in India's development. Modi stated that rivers are not only symbols of heritage but also vital for progress, enhancing logistics, tourism, and infrastructure. The article reflects on the vision for
Ayush
India's delegation, led by Prof. Rabinarayan Acharya and Dr. Srinivas Rao Chinta, participated in the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavík, Iceland. They emphasized the importance of traditional medicine in global health and proposed collaborative research initiatives to integrate Ayush practices in Arctic settings. This engagement highlights India&
Haldia Multi-Modal Terminal
The Inland Waterways Authority of India has officially handed over the Haldia Multi-Modal Terminal to IRC Natural Resources under a Public-Private Partnership model. This terminal, with a capacity of 3.08 million metric tonnes per annum, aims to enhance inland waterway infrastructure and promote multimodal logistics. The operationalization is expected
Finance Minister
Union Minister for Finance, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, conducted a review meeting of Karnataka Grameena Bank in Ballari, emphasizing the need for increased agriculture credit disbursement and the upgrading of services to meet the demands of Farmer Producer Organisations. The meeting highlighted the importance of rural banks in supporting MSMEs and
Infrastructure
The 100th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) focused on evaluating five key infrastructure projects under the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan. The projects include two rail initiatives, two road expansions, and one metro rail project, aimed at enhancing multimodal connectivity and socio-economic benefits across various regions in India.
Agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has directed the timely implementation of the 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission' and the 'Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana'. A high-level meeting was held to discuss the execution of these initiatives, which aim to enhance agricultural productivity and support farmers
Prabhash Joshi
The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) hosted a book launch and discussion for 'Prabhas Joshi of Jansatta,' edited by Ram Bahadur Rai. The event featured notable speakers who highlighted Prabhash Joshi's significant contributions to journalism and his noble character. The book aims to
Sri Lanka
On October 16, 2025, NITI Aayog hosted Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Nireka Amarasuriya in New Delhi. The visit aimed to enhance collaboration between India and Sri Lanka, focusing on infrastructure, education, tourism, skill development, and artificial intelligence. The discussions highlighted India's initiatives like PM Gati Shakti
Kurnool
In his address at the launch of various development projects in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, the Prime Minister emphasized the rapid development and potential of the state under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. He highlighted significant projects in infrastructure, energy, and technology, including the establishment of an AI Hub
Ministry of Culture
The Ministry of Culture's Special Campaign 5.0 aims to reduce pendency in government work and promote cleanliness. In its third week, the campaign has resolved 50% of public grievances, disposed of 50% of appeals, reviewed over 5,794 files, conducted 444 cleanliness campaigns, and freed up 28,