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NIN inviting applications for BNYS degree program 2026–27 8:20 AM Women Account for 43% of Overall Ayush Services Workforce; Representation Exceeds 50% Across Several Organised Segments Female Representation Crosses 50% in Hospitals, Day-Care Centres, Educational Institutes and Wellness Establishments Ayush Services Sector Supports 1.76 Million Livelihoods, Emerges as a Significant Engine of Employment and Economic Growth 7:03 AM

Tata Memorial Centre, ACTREC organises Organ Donation Awareness Session under ‘Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyan’ 1:11 PM

Opening of Space Sector to Private Players Has Helped Reduce Brain Drain, Created New Opportunities for Young Talent: Dr Jitendra Singh India’s Space Ecosystem No Longer Limited to Government Sector; Startups and Private Players Are Creating Opportunities for Young Engineers Within the Country, Says Dr. Jitendra Singh “The Age of Silos Is Over”: Government, Industry, Startups and Academia Must Work Together to Build India’s Scientific Strength: Dr. Jitendra Singh Space Technology Is No Longer Limited to Rockets and Missions; It Is Making Everyday Life Easier Through Disaster Management and Infrastructure Planning, Says Dr. Jitendra Singh India Has Moved from Following the World to Moving Alongside It in Science and Technology: Dr Jitendra Singh 11:42 AM

Farmers Welfare Union minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated various new facilities of ICAR-IIAB in Ranchi through video conferencing Shri Chouhan appreciates the efforts of scientists in taking technologies from “Lab to Land” Shri Chouhan highlights the importance of scientific agriculture, improved seeds, integrated farming, balanced nutrient management and location-specific agricultural technologies for Jharkhand ICAR-IIAB organises Pre-Rabi Kisan Goshti for 1,500 Farmers 3:07 PM

India Began Building Bridges When the World Was Building Walls: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal India Confident of Achieving USD 1 Trillion Export Target, Sustaining Over 7% Growth: Shri Piyush Goyal Shri Piyush Goyal Highlights Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s 25 Years of Uninterrupted Public Service India’s FTAs Protect Sensitive Sectors While Opening Export and Investment Opportunities: Shri Piyush Goyal Andhra Pradesh Emerging as a Sunrise State Through Technology-Driven Development and Governance: Shri Piyush Goyal 9:04 AM

Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Inaugurates 3rd International Bharat 6G Symposium 2026 Bharat 6G Alliance Signs 5 MoUs and Unveils 9 White Papers on 6G Technology Joint Report on the Progress of the New Delhi 6G Declaration Also Released 4:02 PM Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Chairs CEO Round Table on the Future of Telecom at India Mobile Congress 2026 “India Moving Towards End-to-End Telecom Value Chain, Shaping the Rules, Equipment and Innovation”: Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Telecom and Technology Leaders Explore New Frontiers in AI, Advanced Networks and Digital Innovation 2:58 PM India Targets 10% of Global 6G Patents and Standards: Union Minister of State for Communications Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Dr Pemmasani Calls for Development of Indian Alternatives to 10–20 Critical Imported Network Technologies “The Last Decade Was Digital India; Our Goal Is to Make the Next Decade an Intelligent India”: Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Union MoS pushes for advancing Quantum Communications, AI-Native Networks and Telecom Security 2:31 PM Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia Chairs Ministerial Programme in India Mobile Congress; Highlights Global Cooperation to Connect the Next Billion “Our goal must be connectivity without boundaries and, ultimately, opportunity without boundaries”: Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia “Scale Without Boundaries” dialogue focuses on investment, inclusive connectivity and resilient digital infrastructure Global leaders deliberate on investment and next-generation connectivity at the Ministerial Programme 1:28 PM Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout Roundtable chaired by Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia along with Minister of State Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani “To realize Viksit Bharat @2047, we must act as Team India by accelerating Right of Way approvals, pushing BharatNet and 4G saturation to the last mile”: Shri Scindia to State Ministers Centre, States/UTs Reaffirm Commitment to Faster Telecom Infrastructure Deployment and Citizen-Centric Digital Services State Government IT Ministers and Secretaries discussed RoW Reforms, BharatNet, 4G Connectivity and Digital Inclusion at IMC 2026 Roundtable 12:10 PM TRAI Assesses Mobile Network Quality across Fazilka city and adjoining areas (in Punjab LSA) 7:22 AM India’s regulatory framework for satellite communication services is fair and non-discriminatory 3:49 AM

9th National Review Workshop begins in Bastar, focusing on translating the vision of ‘Sahkar se Samriddhi’ into tangible grassroots outcomes Guided by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Sahkar se Samriddhi’ and under the leadership of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah, emphasis on accelerating cooperative transformation, institutional strengthening and inclusive growth Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation, Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani calls for strengthening democratic governance, transparency, accountability and good governance across cooperative institutions Autonomy of cooperative banks must be accompanied by accountability and effective supervision; State Registrars must play a more proactive role: Dr. Bhutani Recent amendment to the NCDC Act opens new avenues of financial assistance for institutions engaged in promoting cooperative development States to be consulted on developing a common digital marketing platform for cooperative products and a model cooperative banking framework Special focus on strengthening value chains in exports, organic products and seeds through national cooperative institutions NCEL, NCOL and BBSSL Workshop reviews successful State-level initiatives and three-month action plans covering PACS, dairy cooperatives, cooperative banking, digitalisation and business diversification Two-day Workshop emphasises developing practical models and future strategies for the cooperative sector through exchange of State experiences, challenges and innovations 1:54 PM

From Regional Identity to Shared National Heritage PM Mementos brings local traditions and cultural expressions of Madhya Pradesh into a wider national space 12:55 PM

CDS Extends Greetings on Indian Air Force Day 3:18 PM Seychelles National Youth Council Delegation Concludes Three-Day Visit to Nagpur 2:08 PM Department of Defence Production continues Special Campaign 6.0 with Focus on Swachhata and Reducing Pendency 12:29 PM INDIAN AIR FORCE CELEBRATES 94TH  AIR FORCE DAY AT AIR FORCE STATION HINDAN 12:16 PM Indian Coast Guard conducts 12th National Maritime Search & Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off Paradip coast in Odisha 10:46 AM

CSIR-NIO to Organise Open Day and Public Lecture on Ocean Science on October 12 10:43 AM

Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Organises Nationwide Screening of Inclusive Education Sensitization Module through PRASHAST Over 60,000 Schools Participate; More than 72 Lakh Teachers Already Sensitised 8:29 AM

Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Launches World Bank Group’s ‘World Development Report 2026: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence’ in New Delhi Report sets out a framework for developing economies to harness AI for development through adoption, adaptation and advancement IndiaAI Mission, MeitY and the World Bank Group jointly host the India launch; policymakers, development experts and technology leaders deliberate on scaling AI for inclusive development High-level panel and State AI Showcase examine how India can move from isolated AI pilots to evidence-based scale-up across sectors 12:34 PM

NBA receives Rs 9.68 crore under Access and Benefit Sharing Framework during April–September 2026 2:48 PM India calls for Flexibility, Pragmatism and Mutual Respect to secure Ambitious and Balanced Outcomes at upcoming UNFCCC COP31 Shri Bhupender Yadav underlines Scaled-up Climate Finance, Technology Transfer and Capacity-building Need to Move beyond Rhetoric towards Implementation and Convergence, while respecting Nationally Determined Pathways: Union Environment Minister 6:25 AM

Recommendations of the 57th Meeting of the GST Council GST Council recommends removal of arrest provisions under GST GST Council recommends raising prosecution threshold from ₹1 crore to ₹5 crore GST Council recommends reduction in general penalty from ₹25,000 to ₹10,000 GST Council recommends wider eligibility for input tax credit and refunds GST Council recommends further simplification of registration and compliance processes GST Council recommends faster refunds to improve working capital for businesses GST Council recommends common standards for GST notices and proceedings GST Council recommends measures for smoother movement of goods across states GST Council recommends intelligence-based and authorised interception of goods GST Council recommends simplified GST registration for small sellers on e-commerce platforms GST Council recommends measures to facilitate export of services GST Council approves in-principle optional scheme for small consumer-facing businesses with turnover up to ₹5 crore 1:33 PM

Union Health Minister Shri J.P. Nadda Launches JOSH Teams to Accelerate Youth-Led TB Elimination Efforts JOSH Teams to Give Fresh Impetus to India’s TB Elimination Mission Through Youth-Led Community Action: Shri J.P. Nadda India Records 21% Decline in TB Incidence and Treatment Coverage Rises to 92%, Significantly Ahead of Global Trends: Union Health Minister “India’s TB Elimination Efforts Must Become a Stronger People’s Movement with Youth at the Forefront” JOSH Teams to Harness the Energy of India’s Youth for TB Elimination Ahead of 2030: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports 67,933 Panchayats Across 697 Districts Recognised as TB Mukt in 2026, Marking a Major Milestone in India’s TB Elimination Journey JOSH Teams Launched in 55 Districts Across 11 States and Union Territories in First Phase; Initiative to Expand Nationwide New IEC materials and mobile application for real-time reporting by JOSH Teams launched 8:24 AM

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Successfully Completes Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign 4,710 Activities organised across the country, Achieving 160% of Target with participation of over 74,000 people 1:45 PM Dr. L. Murugan Calls Upon Youth to Lead India’s Journey Towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047 Encouraged Young People to Embrace Emerging Technologies and Explore Opportunities in the Creative Economy 10:36 AM Three Historic Tamil Film Prints starring Sivaji Ganesan donated to National Film Archive of India Acquisition includes NFAI’s first-ever copy of ‘Thiruvarutchelvar’ 6:10 AM

Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Paatil chairs 20th Meeting of Empowered Task Force on Ganga Rejuvenation Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision on integrating water into education, highlighted during the Departmental Summit on Water, carried forward by Shri C. R. Paatil at the 20th ETF Meeting; calls for water-related curricula in schools, water-specific subjects in engineering and technical universities, and water management and governance courses in higher educational institutions 7:11 AM

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Organises World Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day 2026 Government, Industry and Experts Come Together to Discuss the Safe Use of Hydrogen 1:31 PM

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Puts Global Partnerships, Youth & Women at the Heart of India's Maritime Future Sonowal held Bilateral talks with Saudi Arabia, Belgium and Bhutan, to advance port investment, green shipping and regional connectivity India's maritime future will be written by its young people: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Minister of State Shantanu Thakur Held Bilateral Talks with Greece, Lithuania, Mozambique & Myanmar on Ports, Shipbuilding & Seafarer Skills 2:28 PM

India Highlights Regional Energy Cooperation and Energy Security at 20th EAS Energy Ministers’ Meeting 7:42 AM

NHAI Releases Document on ‘Wildlife Mitigation Measures & Structures’ Highlighting Strengthened Wildlife Conservation Measures Along National Highways Over Rs.19,700 crore invested in wildlife mitigation infrastructure and environmental safeguards in last five years More than 2,150 wildlife mitigation structures have been constructed and/or proposed along National Highways across the country 12:52 PM

Rural Development Ministry holds national level rural training centres meet Secretary Rural Development calls for a modernising courses, AI-Enabled Digital Transformation, Improving credit linkages 2:03 PM

Department of Biotechnology launches Special Campaign 6 with focus on E-waste Management and impactful initiatives reaffirming its commitment to promote cleanliness, hygiene and a culture of responsible workplace practices 9:59 AM

Ministry Of Social Justice & Empowerment To Hold Regional Review Meeting In Diu Tomorrow Meeting To Review Implementation Of Key Welfare, Social Empowerment And Social Defence Schemes With Focus On Last-Mile Delivery, Beneficiary Saturation And Outcome-Oriented Implementation 12:21 PM From Recovery to Renewed Livelihood Chennai, Tamil Nadu’s Nathan’s Journey towards a Stable and Healthy Life 11:27 AM NISD To Organise Five-Day Geriatric Care Training Programme In Diu Tomorrow Programme To Build Capacity Of Anganwadi Workers, Frontline Functionaries In Geriatric Care, Early Identification Of Care Needs And Referral Support To Strengthen Community-Based Support For Senior Citizens 8:08 AM

National Statistics Office (NSO) Sub-Regional Office Kolhapur to conduct various surveys in the local areas in the month of October 2026 10:51 AM National Statistics Office (NSO) Sub-Regional Office Solapur to conduct various surveys in the local areas in the month of October 2026 10:48 AM MoSPI signs MoU with Pahle India Foundation, New Delhi to strengthen collaboration in Official Statistics, Research and Data Analysis 9:43 AM National Statistics Office (NSO) Regional Office Pune to survey various local areas in the month of October 2026 6:51 AM

Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Silkworm Seed Infrastructure at Jorhat, Assam 11:45 AM

Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annpurna Devi chaired the two-day Departmental Summit on Women and Child Development 3:42 PM

NHRC, India concludes its two-day Bihar Open Hearing and Camp Sitting in Patna More than 70 cases including bonded labour heard in the presence of complainants, victims and officers concerned More than Rs 1 crore paid as relief to the victims on NHRC recommendations; more than Rs. 50 lakh as relief in other cases Senior officers sensitised on the issues pertaining to crime against women, children and timely submission of reports The Commission also interacted with the representatives of NGOs, civil society organisations and human rights defenders to strengthen coordination 3:35 PM NHRC, India takes suo motu cognizance of the reported sexual harassment of three journalists by Delhi Police personnel during a protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi on 3rd October 2026 Issues a notice to the Delhi Police Commissioner, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks 10:23 AM NHRC, India takes suo motu cognizance of the reported dilapidated Government Primary School roof supported on benches after the collapse of the main pillar holding it in Darbhanga, Bihar The Commission issues a notice to the Darbhanga District Magistrate, calling for a detailed report on the matter within two weeks 10:17 AM

National SC-ST Hub: Powering Inclusive Entrepreneurship Advancing Inclusion through Skills, Markets and Business Growth 5:13 AM

Prime Minister welcomes GST Council’s recommendations for simpler, trust based tax administration 4:20 PM Prime Minister expresses gratitude to Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago for her wishes on completing 25 years of service to the nation as Head of Government 1:59 PM Prime Minister expresses gratitude to Prime Minister of Grenada for his wishes on completing 25 years of service to the nation as Head of Government 1:51 PM Prime Minister expresses gratitude to President of the Republic of Zambia for his wishes on completing 25 years of service to the nation as Head of Government 1:44 PM Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh meets Prime Minister 1:23 PM Prime Minister meets Mrs. Akie Abe, wife of late former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe 1:21 PM Prime Minister shares an article on India’s Blue Economy 1:19 PM Prime Minister shares an article on Uttarakhand’s development journey 1:16 PM Prime Minister shares an article on India’s growing capabilities in the space sector 1:11 PM PM to participate in Valedictory Session of Departmental Summit on Women and Child Development on 9th October Summit to Focus on Key Themes of Nutrition, Early Education, Child Protection, Women’s Safety and Empowerment 11:14 AM Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurates 10th edition of India Mobile Congress It is encouraging to see India's telecom sector steadily moving towards greater self-reliance: PM Over the past 10-12 years, the mobile phone, along with being a medium of modern communication, has also emerged as a crucial tool for good governance, and this has been at the core of our Digital India vision: PM Up until a decade ago, the digital divide was a major challenge in India; Modern technology was increasingly becoming a privilege; only those with means could reap the benefits of modern technology, this was the scenario unfolding in India; With the Digital India campaign, we decided to change this reality, and placed the mobile phone at its center; This was a massive endeavor towards the democratization of technology: PM Today, hundreds of government services can be accessed on mobile phones; Government aid is now transferred directly into the accounts of the beneficiaries: PM Mobile phones are no longer just a medium to chat, rather, they have ensured less travel, less waiting, less cost, and more convenience;This is technology's biggest Citizen dividend: PM In India, the mobile phone today, acts as both a gaming console, and a creation studio: PM Given the critical importance of telecom and digital technology today, it is vital to fortify its security framework, Phone and network security, is a priority for all of us: PM We are all witnessing the major challenge that Deepfakes have become, That is why it is crucial to work on a Global Framework to tackle this: PM Over the past few years, India has traversed the journey from a Consumer to a Creator; Now, India is marching towards the goal, where the product and design will be made in India, and its technology and IP will also belong to India: PM 8:37 AM Prime Minister shares an article by former Principal Secretary to the PM Shri Nripendra Misra highlighting PM Modi's approach to governance and leadership 8:28 AM Text of PM’s address at the inauguration of 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress 7:35 AM Prime Minister condoles the passing away of Rupi Soren Ji 6:56 AM Prime Minister condoles the passing away of Shri Nana Patekar Ji 6:53 AM Prime Minister shares an article by Shri Swapan Dasgupta highlighting how PM Modi has recrafted India’s story by dissolving the old world of binaries 5:17 AM Prime Minister shares an article by Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Ji highlighting PM Modi's vision of a prosperous Bharat while preserving cultural heritage 5:13 AM Prime Minister shares an article by Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri Eknath Shinde highlighting PM Modi's 25 years in public life dedicated to service, development and nation-building 5:09 AM Prime Minister shares a Sanskrit Subhashitam, highlighting the dedication of true heroic devotees to the service of self-rule 2:47 AM Prime Minister greets Air Warriors on Air Force Day 2:45 AM