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AYUSH 2

Sowa-Rigpa Working Group Holds First Meeting Under PCIM&H 12:27 PM Nationwide Public Participation Gathers Momentum Ahead of 11th Ayurveda Day More than 9,700 Activities Reported Across 30 States/UTs; More than 89 Lakh Citizens Pledge Support for Ayurveda Over 3.6 Lakh Participants Registered; Activities Reported from many Countries. 10:03 AM

Ministry of Agriculture & 1

Farmers Welfare Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Takes Strong Action, Suspends Officer Over Bribery Complaint Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Orders Suspension of Officer Over Bribery Complaint Swift Action by Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan: Marketing Officer Suspended Over Bribery Complaint Officer Suspended After Bribery Complaint Over Release of Warehouse Subsidy 11:21 AM

Ministry of Commerce & Industry 2

India-New Zealand FTA to Enter into Force from 20 October 2026 Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal Says India-New Zealand FTA Will Give Fresh Momentum to Bilateral Trade, Technology and Investment Ties Zero Duty on 100% of India’s Exports to New Zealand from Day One Gains from Farms to Factories as Textiles, Leather, Footwear, Engineering Goods and Agri-Processing Enter New Zealand Duty Free New Horizons for India’s Youth, Women, Farmers and MSMEs as Jobs, Investment and Mobility Get a Boost 1:31 PM PROVISIONAL ESTIMATES OF INDEX OF CORE INDUSTRIES FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2026, AND FINAL INDEX FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2026 WITH BASE YEAR 2022-23 Provisional Estimates of Index of Core Industries for the month of August 2026 (Base Year 2022-23) 11:30 AM

Ministry of Communications 3

Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia to convene Investors’ Meet in Bengaluru along with Chief Minister, Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav to attract Investment for Telecom Manufacturing Zone in Gwalior Bengaluru Engagement to Strengthen Industry Participation in Telecom Manufacturing Zone, Gwalior Asia’s First Telecom Manufacturing Zone Seeks to Accelerate Investment, Innovation and Employment; Bengaluru Engagement to Deepen Industry Participation 1:32 PM Telecom Outreach Programme Organised by CCA Maharashtra & Goa to Strengthen Compliance Awareness Among Licensees 10:13 AM Department of Telecommunications Cautions Citizens against fraudulent issuance of SIM cards, misuse of telecom identifiers, or tampering with IMEI numbers Misuse May Attract Up to Three Years’ Imprisonment and ₹50 Lakh Fine Citizens advised to use the Sanchar Saathi Portal and Mobile App to verify and secure their mobile connections and handsets 6:53 AM

Ministry of Culture 1

Gujarat’s Cultural Heritage and Contemporary Achievements Features in PM Mementos e-Auction 2026 Traditional crafts, architectural heritage and modern innovations from Gujarat find a place in the 8th edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction 1:14 PM

Ministry of Defence 3

INDIA- MONGOLIA JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE NOMADIC ELEPHANT COMMENCES AT PITHORAGARH 11:22 AM MoD inks Rs 586 crore contract to procure Auxiliary Power Units for T-72 & T-90 Tanks 10:55 AM INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS SAHYADRI AND KULISH ARRIVE AT SUBIC BAY, PHILIPPINES FOR ADMM-PLUS JCA 6:07 AM

Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change 1

Union Environment Minister inaugurates WWF Global Conservation Conference at Jaipur (Rajasthan) Shri Bhupender Yadav calls for Global Action on Conservation and Coexistence by Involving Local Communities 8:42 AM

Ministry of Finance 4

Central Bureau of Narcotics and Brahma Kumaris sign MoU to strengthen preventive drug awareness, youth empowerment and community outreach 2:22 PM Appeal to Employees of Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks for Ensuring Uninterrupted Banking Services 2:20 PM DRI seizes over 845 kg contraband drugs at various locations in intensified crackdown on drug trafficking; Significant quantities of ganja, charas, cocaine and amphetamine seized; 15 persons arrested 2:14 PM RBI Nagpur holds ‘Super Outreach’ Financial Literacy Programme for 650 Women Police Cadets 1:59 PM

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare 1

Union MoS for Health and Family Welfare Smt. Anupriya Patel launches 7th National Formulary of India 2026, announces Biovigilance Programme to widen India’s patient-safety net Biovigilance Programme of India approved by Government; IPC to lead monitoring of adverse events linked to organ and tissue transplantation Smt. Patel also unveils new initiatives to strengthen patient safety and pharmacovigilance India rises from 123rd position to 8th globally in contributions to WHO patient safety database: Smt. Anupriya Patel Around 1,150 ADR Reporting Centres operational nationwide; network to be expanded to primary healthcare level “Medicine safety must become everyone’s responsibility; every reported event can save a life”: Smt. Patel 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week being observed from 17–23 September 2026 with focus on rational use of medicines and safer healthcare 8:43 AM

Ministry of Home Affairs 2

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah meets revered saint of Pejawar Mutt, Sri Vishwaprasanna Teerth Swami Ji in New Delhi today Union Home Minister says profoundly fortunate to have met the revered saint of Pejawar Mutt, Sri Vishwaprasanna Teerth Swami Ji, and sought his blessings during the 39th holy Chaturmasya Vrat in New Delhi The sacred ritual of Chaturmasya Vrat in our culture introduces us to the highest virtue of renunciation, racticed by our revered ascetics through meditation, restraint and inner awakening May the inner light of Swami Ji continue to illuminate the path for humanity 2:08 PM Union Home Minister & Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah to inaugurate 3rd National Conference of Heads of ANTF of States/UTs in New Delhi on 22nd September Home Minister Shri Amit Shah to lay foundation stones for NCB Zone Complexes in Lucknow & Dehradun Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, the Government of India is working in mission mode to protect the country's youth from the adverse effects of drugs Prime Minister Modi has set the goal of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047, and building a developed India is not possible without creating a drug-free India Two-Day national conference to focus on role of ANTFs in achieving the targets/ deliverables envisaged in Vision Document on Narcotics Control (2026-2029) Dismantling drug cartels, tackling synthetic drugs & clan labs, darknet & crypto investigations are high on agenda of discussion 7:23 AM

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting 1

The Wait Is Over: 72nd National Film Awards Set to Celebrate the Best of Indian Cinema on 22 September From Delhi to Ekta Nagar: 72nd National Film Awards Mark the Beginning of a New Journey Across States Anant Nag to Receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 for His Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema From Best Feature Film to Best Actor and Best Actress, Outstanding Cinematic Achievements to Take Centre Stage 9:40 AM

Ministry of Jal Shakti 1

As a follow up to Departmental Summit, DDWS Organised First Virtual Conference With States and UTs on Strengthening Skilled Rural Water Workforce Under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0 States/UTs urged to accelerate Nal Jal Mitra and Sujalam Shakti initiatives to build a professional, locally available workforce for sustainable rural water service delivery 2:51 PM

Ministry of Law and Justice 1

Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice organises Regional Workshop in Goa under DISHA 2.0 Scheme Union Minister of State (Independent change) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal highlights importance of Tele-Law and Pro Bono Legal Services in strengthening Access to Justice Chief Guest -Shri Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Governor of Goa underscores access to justice is central to the constitutional vision of ensuring dignity, fairness and equal opportunity for every citizen, irrespective of social or economic background 10:03 AM

Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises 1

Ministry of MSME Gears Up for Special Campaign 6.0 on Swachhata and Disposal of Pendency Ministry has disposed 22,365 Public Grievances and Freed 1,167 Sq. Ft. Space under Special Campaign 5.0 10:00 AM

Ministry of Mines 1

Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy Calls for Stronger Recycling, Innovation and Jan Bhagidari for Critical Minerals Security 1:54 PM

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy 1

Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited will continue to play a central role towards achievement of India’s clean energy vision: Shri Shripad Yesso Naik SECI celebrates its 15th Foundation Day with Stakeholders’ Meet 8:44 AM

Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways 1

Mumbai Port Authority Undertakes Road Upgradation to Improve Traffic Movement and Road Safety 12:16 PM

Ministry of Railways 1

Preparations Underway for Special Campaign 6 for Institutionalizing Swachhata and Disposal of Pending Matters over Indian Railways Focus on E-Waste Disposal, Scrap Disposal, Space Management and Clearance of Pending References Over 150 Nodal Officers Designated for Monitoring and Coordinating Campaign Activities 8:02 AM

Ministry of Road Transport & Highways 1

NHAI Introduces New Guidelines for Design and Development of Access-Controlled High-Speed National Highways Guidelines establish uniform framework for planning and design, strengthen safety and facilitate seamless movement on High-Speed Corridors 11:13 AM

Ministry of Science & Technology 3

CSIR-CRRI to lend scientific support and join hands with VMRDA and GVMC for better, safer roads in Visakhapatnam 3:16 PM Dr. Jitendra Singh Applauds Mass Participation in 'Swachh Sagar Surakshit Sagar 5.0'; 15 Lakh People Take Ocean Conservation Pledge; Coastal cleanup conducted at 231 Locations across 13 States/UTs Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Pushes for City-Based Scientific Clusters, Stronger Synergy and Wider Public Outreach of India’s Scientific Achievements Minister Seeks Greater Synergy Among Science Ministries and Departments to Take Scientific Achievements Closer to the People ‘Vigyan Ki Baat’ to Deepen Public Connect with Science; Second Edition on September 26 to Focus on Foundational Physical Sciences and Quantum Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh Reviews Digital Library of Scientific Achievements, CSIR@85 and ESTIC-2026 Preparations 12:25 PM Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Hosts ‘CSIR SciQuiz’ on MY Bharat Portal 7:42 AM

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 1

NSC Approves ₹320 Crore under PM-SETU for Kurukshetra ITI Cluster in Haryana; Jindal Naveen Avsar Limited to Partner in Transformation of Seven ITIs Cumulative PM-SETU investment now reaches ₹2,491 crore across 10 ITI clusters, advancing the creation of modern, industry-led and future-ready vocational training institutions nationwide Bringing Industry Closer to ITIs Will Create Stronger Employment Pathways for Youth: Jayant Chaudhary 10:11 AM

Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment 4

Assistive Devices, Elderline and Trained Caregivers Strengthen Support for Senior Citizens Over 8.53 Lakh Senior Citizens Benefit from More Than 46.32 Lakh Assistive Devices under Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana Elderline Receives More Than 29 Lakh Calls; 35,480 Geriatric Caregivers Trained 11:39 AM From Sanitation Work to Financial Security Karnati Srinivasa Rao's Journey 11:04 AM From Skill to Self-Reliance Smt. Shalaka Nagotkar's Entrepreneurial Journey 10:47 AM From Financial Hardship to Academic Achievement: Dr. Anik Saha's Journey 10:26 AM

Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation 1

“Sources and Methods for Compilation of National Accounts Statistics” 10:57 AM

Office of Principal Scientific Advisor to GoI 1

Office of PSA convenes first ‘State Governments Nodal Officers Meeting’ to strengthen state-level coordination for wider access to Scientific and R&D infrastructure I-STEM opens pathways for State Universities, institutions and R&D facilities to connect with the National Scientific Ecosystem I-STEM expands State-level reach with 31,000+ scientific instruments and 4,000 institutions 3:47 PM

PIB Backgrounder 1

Reclaiming the Land Beneath the Waste Transforming India’s Legacy Dumpsites 11:33 AM

Prime Minister's Office 5

Prime Minister congratulates Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil for winning a Bronze Medal at the Asian Games 1:58 PM Prime Minister congratulates Himanshu Dhillon on winning Silver Medal at the Asian Games 1:56 PM Prime Minister congratulates shooters Rudrankksh Balasaheb Patil, Himanshu Dhillon and Parth Rakesh Mane on winning Silver Medal at the Asian Games 1:52 PM Prime Minister condoles the passing of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum 1:42 PM Prime Minister shares Sanskrit Subhashitam emphasizing on virtues of dharma, knowledge and non-violence 6:01 AM

Vice President's Secretariat 1

Vice-President calls for modernising tea industry, strengthening research and building Indian tea brands for global markets Vice-President addresses Centenary Conference of UPASI Tea Research Foundation in Coonoor, The Nilgris “Industry welfare and workers’ welfare must go hand in hand”: Vice-President 11:49 AM