VBYLD Quiz
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has extended the participation deadline for the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD) Quiz 2026 to October 31, 2025, following significant engagement from over 20 lakh youth. The quiz, conducted online via the MY Bharat Portal, aims to test knowledge about India and
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated the National Security Guard (NSG) on their Raising Day, praising their combat excellence and honoring the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation. He emphasized the NSG's commitment to national security and their unwavering valor. Source: Original Link
Mining Readiness Index
The Ministry of Mines has unveiled the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) and State rankings, aimed at promoting mining sector reforms at the state level. This initiative aligns with the Union Budget 2025-26 announcement. The index evaluates states based on auction performance, early mine operationalization, exploration efforts, and sustainable mining
Puducherry
Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, Shri K. Kailashnathan, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on October 15, 2025. The meeting was confirmed by the Prime Minister's Office via a post on social media. Source: Original Link
Rashtriya Poshan Maah
The 8th Rashtriya Poshan Maah concludes with a ceremony in Dehradun on October 17, 2025, marking a month-long initiative aimed at enhancing nutrition awareness and community participation. The event, attended by key government officials, emphasizes women's health and nutrition as foundational for strong families and a developed India.
Election Commission
The Election Commission of India has issued digital time vouchers to National and State political parties for free broadcast and telecast time on Doordarshan and All India Radio during the 2025 Bihar Legislative Assembly elections. Each party will receive 45 minutes of airtime, with additional time based on past performance.
Ahmedabad
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya announced that Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, marking a significant milestone for Indian sports. This recommendation will be presented to the General Assembly of Commonwealth Sport on November 26, 2025. The event is expected to boost
EPFO reforms
The Ministry of Labour & Employment highlights significant reforms in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) aimed at simplifying withdrawal processes and enhancing social security for members. Key changes include merging 13 complex provisions into three categories, reducing the eligibility period for withdrawals from seven years to one year, and
cyber resilience
The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) conducted a knowledge session titled 'Building Cyber Resilience Towards a Cyber Jagrit Bharat' as part of the National Cyber Security Awareness Month. The session, attended by over 1,500 stakeholders, focused on emerging digital threats, financial frauds, and redressal
India
On October 15, 2025, India and Ethiopia held their inaugural Joint Defence Cooperation (JDC) meeting in New Delhi, co-chaired by Indian Joint Secretary Amitabh Prasad and Ethiopian Maj Gen Teshome Gemechu. The meeting aimed to enhance bilateral defence ties, focusing on training, military exercises, medical cooperation, and defence industry engagement.
India
On October 15, 2025, India and Ethiopia held their inaugural Joint Defence Cooperation (JDC) meeting in New Delhi, co-chaired by Indian Joint Secretary Amitabh Prasad and Ethiopian Maj Gen Teshome Gemechu. The meeting aimed to enhance bilateral defence ties, reviewing ongoing cooperation and exploring new collaboration avenues in training, military
India
India's cumulative exports (merchandise and services) for April-September 2025 are estimated at $413.30 billion, reflecting a growth of 4.45% compared to the previous year. Merchandise exports reached $220.12 billion, with significant contributions from electronic goods, petroleum products, and engineering goods. The IMF has upgraded India&