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Competition Commission of India
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CCI approves the acquisition of certain equity share capital in IndiaFirst Life Insurance Co. Ltd. by BNP Paribas Cardif
12:19 PM
CCI approves acquisition of certain equity shareholding in Continuum Green Energy Ltd by Chubu Electric Power Company Netherlands B.V.
12:19 PM
CCI approves acquisition of majority of the shares and voting rights in Volkswagen subsidiary Everllence SE by funds managed and/or advised by Bain Capital Investors, LLC
12:18 PM
CCI approves acquisition of 100% shareholding of FMC India by Crystal Crop Protection Ltd
12:16 PM
Election Commission
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Ministry of Agriculture &
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Farmers Welfare Cabinet approves Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for Rabi Crops for Marketing Season 2027-28
9:49 AM
Farmers Welfare Shri Chouhan Approves ₹5,547.99 Crore Procurement of Pulses and Oilseeds Under PSS for Kharif 2026-27 Major Farmer-Centric Decision: ₹5,547.99 Crore MSP Procurement Approved for Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana PSS Procurement to Benefit Farmers in Three States; 7.06 Lakh MT of Pulses and Oilseeds to Be Procured at MSP Shri Chouhan Approves MSP Procurement of Tur and Moong in UP, Soybean, Moong and Sunflower in Karnataka and Telangana ₹3,992.57 Crore Procurement Approved for UP Farmers; Karnataka and Telangana to Get ₹1,107 Crore and ₹448.42 Crore Respectively Centre Steps Up MSP Procurement to Protect Pulse and Oilseed Farmers from Market Price Decline
9:35 AM
Ministry of Civil Aviation
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Ministry of Coal
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ECL sets the stage for action-driven Special Campaign 6
12:05 PM
Union Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy Reviews Coal India Limited’s Preparations for Special Campaign 6 Focus on Institutionalising Swachhata, Resolving Pendency, and Accelerating ‘Waste to Wealth’ & e-Waste Management Over 1,500 Cleaning Sites Identified Across Coal PSUs; Nearly 60,000 Files Targeted for Review
10:48 AM
India Mining Week 2026 Brings Together Diplomatic Missions from 19 Countries for ‘India Mining: Global Connect’ International outreach meet explores country-level participation, investment opportunities and collaboration across mining, critical minerals and technology
8:46 AM
Ministry of Communications
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Ministry of Defence
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OPERATION DRISHTI: Armed Forces Medical Services Conduct Two Landmark Mega Eye Surgical Camps in Kashmir 364 Sight-Restoring Eye Surgeries Performed Across Tangdhar and Srinagar
2:43 PM
ASEAN-INDIA MARITIME EXERCISE (AIME-2026) COMMENCES IN SUBIC BAY, PHILIPPINES
12:41 PM
RAKSHA RAJYA MANTRI SANJAY SETH ATTENDS CLOSING CEREMONY OF MILITARY NURSING SERVICE CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS
11:59 AM
Maharashtra NCC Contingent Commences Participation in All India Vayu Sainik Camp-2026 (AIVSC-2026)
11:26 AM
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
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Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
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NBA to Mark 23rd Foundation Day tomorrow with significant progress in Access and Benefit Sharing Over Rs. 278 Crore released through ABS; More than Rs. 200 Crore disbursed for Biodiversity Conservation and Community Benefits
3:43 PM
Delhi Records Lowest September Average AQI in Five Years; Air Quality Improvement Trend Continues in 2026
2:29 PM
Union Environment Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav launches Guidelines for National Coastal Mission 2.0 ₹767 crore Central Sector Scheme to be implemented till 2030-31 across nine coastal States and four Union Territories
2:01 PM
CAQM Reviews Preparedness for Stubble-Burning Prevention, Vehicular and Industrial Emission Control Calls for Strict, Coordinated and Time-Bound Enforcement of Air Pollution Control Measures
11:43 AM
Ministry of Finance
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DGTS, Mumbai Zonal Unit Organises Outreach Programme on GST and Economic Integration at Goa University
11:33 AM
Monthly Review of Accounts of Union Government of India upto the month of August 2026 (FY 2026-27)
11:11 AM
Special Campaign 6.0: DIPAM Engages MSTC to Auction and Responsibly Recycle Departmental E-Waste The Partnership aims for Scientific and Eco-Friendly E-Waste Disposal under Special Campaign 6.0
10:01 AM
Ministry of Home Affairs
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नशामुक्त भारत 2029 बाबत जनजागृती करण्यासाठी पत्र सूचना कार्यालयाच्या मुंबई विभागाच्या वतीने अमली पदार्थ नियंत्रण संस्था आणि केंद्रीय गृह मंत्रालयाच्या सहकार्याने ठाण्यात वार्तालाप उपक्रमाचे आयोजन पंतप्रधान नरेंद्र मोदी यांच्या मार्गदर्शनाखाली आणि केंद्रीय गृहमंत्री अमित शाह यांच्या नेतृत्वाखाली केंद्र सरकारने 2029 पर्यंत नशामुक्त भारत घडवण्यासाठी आखला मार्गदर्शक आराखडा या मार्गदर्शक आराखड्याअंतर्गत आगामी 3 वर्षांसाठीची निर्धारीत उद्दिष्टे, कालमर्यादा, नियमित देखरेख, मूल्यमापन करता येण्याजोगे परिणाम आणि कृती आराखड्याचा अंतर्भाव युवापिढीमधील अमली पदार्थांच्या सेवनाला प्रतिबंध करणे तसेच उपचार आणि पुनर्वसन क्षमतेचा 5 पटींपेक्षा जास्त विस्तार करण्याचे उद्दिष्ट व्हिजन डॉक्युमेंट अंतर्गत निश्चित
10:49 AM
Indian security forces neutralize senior Laskhar-E-Toiba Commander, Musa aka Asif Fauji, in an intelligence-led operation in J&K Security Forces were pursuing Musa for long, and, recently a specific all-stakeholder plan for his neutralization was put in place Neutralization of Musa by Indian security forces, is a serious blow to LeT ecosystem in the UT of J&K With Musa’s killing, entire group of four senior LeT Commanders operating in J&K since 2022, and responsible for several sensational attacks, stands neutralized Security Forces neutralized the three other members of the group in separate encounters of Junaid Bhat, Suleman and Yasir Current encounter to neutralize Musa was part of an ongoing long-sustained ‘Operation Sheruwali’, started in May, 2026
10:39 AM
In a major success in the fight against drugs, 526 kilograms of methamphetamine and heroin seized from an Iranian boat in India's EEZ, and 5 Pakistani nationals arrested during a joint operation involving Gujarat ATS, Indian Coast Guard, and central intelligence agencies, says Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Modi govt. is determined to shield its youth from the scourge of drugs Upholding a stellar example of coordination and cooperation among agencies the 16-day long operation also seized an Iranian boat The operation reflects the strength of intelligence-led, inter-agency coordination in securing India’s maritime borders Further investigation underway to identify the wider network and its intended receivers A safer, healthier and Nasha-Mukt Bharat remains our shared national resolve Modi government’s Vision Document on Drug Control (2026–2029) provides a comprehensive roadmap to strengthen enforcement, disrupt drug networks and protect our youth and society from narcotics
10:24 AM
Cabinet approves One Network, Smarter Traffic: Delhi Moves to Real-Time Traffic Management Rs.1,789.52 crore approved for Intelligent Traffic Management System for Delhi AI-enabled adaptive traffic signals, technology-based enforcement and real-time traffic information to make travel safer, smoother and more efficient 42 traffic corridors of Delhi to be covered in three phases System to facilitate priority movement of ambulances and quicker response to congestion and road incidents
9:48 AM
Ministry of Law and Justice
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Quiz Competition Organised by Department of Legal Affairs under Special Campaign 6 and Swachhata Hi Seva 2026
2:51 PM
Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, organized a Workshop on “Best out of Waste” Turning Waste into Wonder “Kabad Se Jugad”
1:43 PM
India Showcases Justice Reforms and Global Legal Partnerships at 15th UN Congress in Abu Dhabi
1:08 PM
Ministry of Mines
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Union Minister for Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy to Participate in Cleanliness Drive under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Ministry of Mines to Undertake Cleanliness and Beautification Initiatives and Launch One-Month E-Waste Collection Drive
1:28 PM
Ministry of Mines to Launch Auction of Offshore Mineral Blocks in Andaman Sea
12:45 PM
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy organizes Plantation Drive under “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” Initiative
1:00 PM
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy completes Preparatory Phase of Special Campaign 6; Implementation Phase to Begin from 2nd October, 2026
12:57 PM
Cabinet approves Green Energy Corridor Phase-III scheme for Development of Intra-State Transmission System with Battery Energy Storage Systems
9:43 AM
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
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Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
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UPSC Centenary Celebrations ‘Manthan’ Focus on Future-Ready Civil Services, Innovation and Constitutional Values Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar Reaffirms Commitment to Merit, Fairness and Equal Opportunity as UPSC Completes 100 Years
3:23 PM
Central Information Commission observes Hindi Pakhwada 2026 from 14th September, 2026 to 28th September, 2026
2:59 PM
Ministry of Science & Technology
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Dr. Jitendra Singh Reviews Preparedness for Special Campaign 6.0 Science Departments Set Target of 1,500 Cleanliness Campaign Sites; MoES to Undertake Cleanliness Drives at 100 Sites Minister to Join Cleanliness Drive, e-Waste Segregation and Disposal, and Shredding of Old Files on October 2 Dr. Jitendra Singh Reviews Budgetary Expenditure; Appreciates DSIR and MoES for Achieving 50% Target
1:20 PM
India’s emerging quantum ecosystem strengthened by enabling policy of the Modi government: Dr Jitendra Singh Supportive Ecosystem Is Giving India’s Quantum Startups the Confidence to Build, scale up and Compete Globally: Dr. Jitendra Singh India Achieves 1,000-km Quantum Secure Communication in About Three Years Against 2,000-km Target Set for Eight-Year Mission, says Dr. Jitendra Singh NQM Support to Quantum Startups Expands from 17 to 26; Government Building Infrastructure, Funding and Industry Linkages: Dr. Jitendra Singh India Has the Potential to Become Globally Competitive in Quantum Communication and Sensing, Self-Reliant in Quantum Computing, Says Dr. Jitendra Singh PRAGATI Q-FOUNDRY by Department of Science and Technology Brings Startups, Industry, Investors, Manufacturers and Strategic Users Together to Accelerate Quantum Technology Deployment At PRAGATI Q-FOUNDRY 2026, Dr. Jitendra Singh Unveils 10 New Quantum Technologies, 9 Startups and Strategic Partnerships
1:16 PM
Induction Programme for Newly Recruited Scientists, September 21-30, 2026 | CSIR-HRDC Campus, Ghaziabad
11:52 AM
Scientists map earliest glow of hydrogen, opening a new window to the universe
11:47 AM
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
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Social Justice & Empowerment Ministry Organizes National Level SafaiMitra Suraksha Evam Samman Shivir Under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign Shivir Recognises and Honours Contribution of SafaiMitras and Facilitates Access to Health, Safety and Social Protection Measures Film on NAMASTE Scheme Screened; Swacchta, NMBA Pledges Taken On Spot
2:17 PM
From Financial Assistance to Academic Excellence KarimNagar Telangana’s Minakashi’s Journey towards Higher Education, Social Empowerment
10:16 AM
From Peer Pressure to Purpose Nagpur Maharashtra’s Prakash Londhe’s Journey towards Self-Reliance
9:24 AM
From Financial Assistance to Self-Reliance Sehore Madhya Pradesh’s Kavita Journey towards Economic Empowerment
9:00 AM
Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
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Ministry of Textiles
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
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Office of Principal Scientific Advisor to GoI
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PIB Backgrounder
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President's Secretariat
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Prime Minister's Office
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi speaks with US President Donald Trump The leaders review bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, energy and critical technologies Both leaders reaffirm their commitment to take the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership forward The leaders exchange views on regional and international issues, including efforts to promote global peace and security
1:50 PM
PM to participate in Centenary Celebrations of UPSC on October 1 at Bharat Mandapam PM to release a Commemorative Coin and Stamp marking UPSC Centenary
8:39 AM