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AYUSH 1

MDNIY Inaugurates Five-Day National Workshop on Patanjala Yoga Sutra Workshop to Explore Vibhuti Pada Through a Systematic Study of Vyasa Bhashya Experts Highlight Relevance of Patanjala Yoga Sutra in Understanding the Human Mind, Discipline and Consciousness 1:23 PM

Cabinet Secretariat 1

Cabinet Secretary chairs a meeting of National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) to review preparedness for the impending cyclone in Bay of Bengal 9:40 AM

Lok Sabha Secretariat 1

LOK SABHA SPEAKER INAUGURATES 12TH BRICS PARLIAMENTARY FORUM 2026; CALLS FOR EMPOWERING PARLIAMENTS TO ADVANCE PEOPLE-CENTRIC DEVELOPMENT PRIME MINISTER SHRI NARENDRA MODI INTERACTS WITH PARLIAMENTARY DELEGATIONS FROM BRICS COUNTRIES UNANIMOUS ADOPTION OF JOINT STATEMENT AT BRICS SUMMIT UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF PRIME MINISTER SHRI NARENDRA MODI WAS A LANDMARK ACHIEVEMENT: LOK SABHA SPEAKER TRUE MEASURE OF BRICS SUCCESS LIES IN TRANSLATING DIALOGUE INTO TANGIBLE OUTCOMES: LOK SABHA SPEAKER PARLIAMENTS CAN FOSTER MUTUAL TRUST, BRIDGE DIFFERENCES AND ADVANCE PEACEFUL RESOLUTION OF GLOBAL CHALLENGES: LOK SABHA SPEAKER VOICE OF THE GLOBAL SOUTH MUST FIND EXPRESSION IN CONCRETE POLICIES AND MEANINGFUL COOPERATION: LOK SABHA SPEAKER HARNESS THE ASPIRATIONS OF YOUTH AND CHANNEL THEIR TALENTS INTO NATION-BUILDING: LOK SABHA SPEAKER URGES BRICS PARLIAMENTS DEVELOPMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP ARE INSEPARABLE; COLLECTIVE ACTION ESSENTIAL FOR A SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE WORLD: LOK SABHA SPEAKER 9:54 AM

Ministry of Coal 2

Ministry of Coal CPSEs Achieve Major Milestones under Special Campaign 6, Clean 130.16 Lakh Sq. Ft. Area and Generate ₹53.94 Crore from Scrap Disposal 11:05 AM WCL Achieves 100% of Targets Under Special Campaign 6 Scrap disposal generates revenue of ₹22.72 crore; 300 sites cleaned across 6.5 lakh sq.ft. 8:17 AM

Ministry of Commerce & Industry 2

GeM Promotes ‘The AABHAR Collection’ to Showcase India’s Cultural Heritage and Support Local Artisans AABHAR Collection Features 294 Product Listings from 10 State and Central Handloom and Handicraft Emporiums 9:12 AM Department of Commerce Extends RELIEF Initiative under Export Promotion Mission Until March 31, 2027 RELIEF Component II Offers 95% Risk Coverage to Encourage ECGC Cover for Export Shipments 8:20 AM

Ministry of Communications 4

Department of Posts to organise Divisional Level Pension and Dak Adalat in Goa on 4th November Last Date for Receipt of Grievances and Complaints is 2nd November 2026 12:50 PM TRAI Assesses Mobile Network Quality Across Vijayanagara District, Karnataka LSA 10:56 AM TRAI releases Recommendations on ‘Authorisation Framework for Application-based Linear Television Distribution (ALTD) Services’ 10:43 AM Principal Controller of Communication Accounts releases schedule for Telecom Pensioners Jeevan Praman Camps across Delhi NCR for the month of November 6:50 AM

Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution 1

India Hosts 61st Meeting of International Committee of Legal Metrology in New Delhi Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, Smt. Nidhi Khare, Highlights India’s Legal Metrology Reforms, Digital Transformation and International Cooperation Initiatives such as e-Maap, Government Approved Test Centres and ‘One Nation, One Time’ Strengthen India’s Legal Metrology Ecosystem 1:42 PM

Ministry of Defence 5

Raksha Mantri calls for ‘Aatmanirbharta 2.0’, next leap in defence self-reliance, at SWAVLAMBAN 2026 Cost-effective top-end technologies, robust R&D and resilient supply chains must for Viksit Bharat: Shri Rajnath Singh Supply chain management a strategic imperative: RM calls for time-bound roadmap identifying critical tech, industries & resources “Stronger industry-academia collaboration, greater encouragement in educational institutions and increased opportunities for youth key for fostering a deep-rooted culture of research & innovation” “Need to develop technologies for civil & military applications and inter-service utilisation to promote jointness” 12:02 PM DAC clears capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 2.12 lakh crore for defence forces 10:51 AM INS TRISHUL ARRIVES AT CIVITAVECCHIA, ITALY 10:26 AM Raksha Mantri to lead Indian delegation at 13th ADMM-Plus in Philippines 8:15 AM WESTERN COMMAND MECHANISATION TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR : CURTAIN RAISER Seminar themed ‘CHAKRA – Transforming Existing Platforms for Future Combat’ to be held at Chandimandir on December 14–15, 2026 8:03 AM

Ministry of Education 1

CBSE is organising the 4th National Summit on ‘Facilitating School-to-Work Transition’ in New Delhi Secretary, DoSEL, Shri T. K. Anil Kumar, highlights the importance of linking school education with higher education, skilling and employment 8:46 AM

Ministry of Finance 2

NADT-RC Mumbai Launches ‘Navodaya-2026’ Induction Training Programme for Newly Recruited Office Superintendents 12:43 PM CBIC actively implements Special Campaign 6 for institutionalising Swachhata and administrative efficiency 11:47 AM

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare 3

Union Health Minister Shri J.P. Nadda Launches Capacity Building Programme for Medical and Allied Healthcare Professionals Engaged in Drug De-addiction Services A Nasha Mukt Bharat by 2029 requires a coordinated, whole-of-government approach to address substance use disorders: Union Health Minister Effective action against substance abuse requires synergy between healthcare, social welfare and law enforcement agencies: Shri Nadda Programme aims to train 10,000 service providers by 2028-29 under the Vision Document on Narcotic Control: 2026-2029 Shri Nadda Launches Online Training Programmes for Medical and Allied Healthcare Professionals; Releases Second Edition of Management of Addictive Disorders: A Physician’s Manual 12:56 PM Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Observes Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 with Integrity Pledge Union Health Minister Shri J. P. Nadda Leads Integrity Pledge Ceremony at the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Officers and officials of the Ministry reaffirm commitment to probity, transparency, accountability and a corruption-free public service 10:52 AM Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Reviews Progress of Special Campaign 6 and Preparedness for Kayakalp Activities Union Health Secretary Chairs Review Meeting, Calls for Visible, Sustainable Improvements in Cleanliness Across Health Facilities Health Ministry to Undertake Kayakalp Activities on 27 October, 2026 Under Special Campaign 6 to Strengthen Swachhata in Government Health Facilities 10:40 AM

Ministry of Information & Broadcasting 1

A Tribute to India’s Iron Man: Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Deliver Prestigious Sardar Patel Memorial Lecture on 27 October Akashvani to Broadcast Sardar Patel Memorial Lecture Nationwide on His Birth Anniversary, 31 October 8:07 AM

Ministry of Labour & Employment 1

Successful Conciliation Secures Redeployment of 37 Contract Workers and Payment of ₹7.40 Lakh in Pending Wages at ESIC Hospital in Karnataka 2:36 PM

Ministry of Law and Justice 1

Legislative Department and Department of Legal Affairs Take Integrity Pledge to Mark Vigilance Awareness Week 11:07 AM

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy 1

Ministry of New & Renewable Energy Reviews Progress of Swachhata and File Disposal under Special Campaign 6.0 11:02 AM

Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions 2

IIPA holds Executive Council (EC) meeting Dr Jitendra Singh presides as Chairman IIPA EC thanks PM Shri Narendra Modi for “One Nation One Subscription”, announces awards for academic excellence 12:01 PM Dr. Jitendra Singh reviews Special Swachhata Campaign at Loknayak Bhavan premises, Department of Pensions & Pensioners' Welfare offices; Felicitates 'Safai' staff Inaugurates Library-cum-Reading Hall in reallocated space Swachhata Must Become Part of Everyday Work Culture, says Dr Jitendra Singh Minister Reaffirms Commitment to Citizen-Centric Pension Reforms and Ease of Living for Pensioners 11:56 AM

Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways 2

Sarbananda Sonowal Woos Korean Firms for India's Shipyards, Seeks Global Shipping Rules All Can Follow Union Minister joins IMO Chief and Ministers from South Korea, Norway and Cyprus at World Maritime Day roundtable Universal rules, differentiated implementation: Sonowal’s pitch at World Maritime Day roundtable Sonowal pitches India's growth story to KOMEA members, invites them for a mutually beneficial growth of the maritime sector Common standards and outcomes, supported by cooperation that enables every Member State to implement them effectively: Sarbananda Sonowal 2:25 PM Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Strengthens Swachhata Drives and Promotes Good Governance under Special Campaign 6 11:37 AM

Ministry of Railways 1

Railway Minister and Chief Minister of West Bengal Flag Off Jaipur (Khatipura) – Tatanagar – Santragachi Express Train New Rail Service to Strengthen Connectivity Between Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal Improved Rail Services to Boost Employment, Education and Trade 1:10 PM

Ministry of Road Transport & Highways 2

MoRTH to Organise ‘Transport Mela’ under PARIVARTAN Scheme in Delhi-NCR on 28th October, 2026 Old truck and bus owners to get on-the-spot guidance on scrapping, financing and purchase of cleaner replacement vehicles Vehicle manufacturers and their dealers, registered vehicle scrapping facilities, banks, oil marketing companies and other stakeholders to come together at a single location to facilitate vehicle owners 1:12 PM Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) updates rules to facilitate E85/E100 flex fuel vehicles 1:08 PM

Ministry of Rural Development 1

Journeys of Lakhpati Didis building Crore-Rupee Enterprises at National SARAS Mela 2026 From Self-Help Group (SHGs) to enterprise, at the First National SARAS Mela outside Delhi-NCR 10:10 AM

Ministry of Science & Technology 3

CSIR-NPL hosts the 53rd Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Memorial Tournament, First Zonal (Outdoor) 2026 1:48 PM TDB-DST signs agreement with Manastu Space for ₹116 crore RDI support to advance indigenous green propulsion technology Project to develop scalable, high-performance and cost-effective propulsion systems for satellites and launch vehicles, advancing technology from TRL-6 to TRL-9 8:16 AM ICGEB New Delhi Hosts Curtain Raiser of ESTIC 2026, Highlighting India’s Potential in System and Synthetic Biology 6:01 AM

Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment 6

SHILP SAMAGAM MELA 2026 – GUWAHATI Shilp Samagam Mela Draws Thousands of Visitors in Guwahati, Promotes Traditional Artisans and Indigenous Crafts Ministry Pavilion, Digital Campaigns, Local Publicity and Cultural Programmes Expand Public Outreach 2:38 PM Ministry Of Social Justice And Empowerment Launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva, Viksit Bharat Quiz’ Online Quiz to Promote Awareness About Substance Use Prevention and Engage Youth in the Vision of a Drug-Free India Campaign Reaches Over 35 Crore People Including 13 Crore Youth And 10 Crore Women 2:01 PM SWACHHATA CAMPAIGN 6.0 DoSJE Felicitates Winners of Extempore Competition Rs 5000, Rs 3000 & Rs 2000 Awarded to the Winners; Five Officials  Felicitated for Their Participation and Performance 1:48 PM From Addiction To Independence Karimganj Assam’s Rahul Sharma’s Journey Of Recovery And Rehabilitation NAPDDR Supports Recovery, Livelihood Restoration and Social Reintegration Through Comprehensive De-addiction Services 11:11 AM VIGILANCE AWARENESS WEEK 2026 Union MoSJE Secretary Shri Sudhansh Pant Leads Integrity Pledge Ceremony at the Ministry Emphasizes Transparency, Accountability And Corruption-Free Administration For Effective Delivery Of Welfare Schemes 9:45 AM National Overseas Scholarship: Yukti’s (Name Changed) Journey from Barriers to Global Opportunities 9:37 AM

Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation 2

Monthly Flash Report on Central Sector Infrastructure Projects tracks 1,853 Infrastructure Projects worth ₹37.56 lakh crore as of September 2026 ₹17.73 Lakh Crore Spent on Ongoing Infrastructure Projects, accounting for approx. 47% of Latest Project Cost (₹37.56 lakh crore) Transport & Logistics and Energy Sectors Account for 83.4% (1545) of the Total Projects 1853 under Monitoring 10:30 AM ASUSE 2027–28 to Align with the Financial Year (April–March) New Policy-Focused Questions to Address Emerging Data Needs 10:30 AM

Ministry of Women and Child Development 1

Ministry of Women and Child Development reviews progress of Special Campaign 6 for Swachhata and Grievance Disposal 109 State and UT officials participate in high-level review; focus on daily reporting, portal integration, and resolution of pending references by October 30 Dedicated one-day special event scheduled for October 30 with active community and field-worker participation 1:59 PM

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports 1

MY Bharat Mobilises Over 2.11 Lakh Participants Across 36 States and UTs During Sixth Week of Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan 694 programmes conducted to promote drug-free lifestyles through cultural activities, traditional sports and Neighbourhood Youth Parliament 12:52 PM

PIB Backgrounder 2

Immersive Technologies Blending physical and virtual worlds 6:03 AM Catch the Rain A Renewed National Call for Water Conservation 5:44 AM

Prime Minister's Office 8

Governor of Telangana Shri Shiv Pratap Shukla meets the Prime Minister 3:06 PM Prime Minister interacts with MPs from BRICS nations during the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi 3:04 PM PM to inaugurate Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2026 on 27 October Three-day Conclave to Bring Together Leading Scientists, Policymakers and Global Experts to Deliberate on Emerging Technologies and Innovation Priorities ESTIC to Cover 12 Thematic Areas, including Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Advanced Materials, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Energy, Climate and Ocean Sciences A new initiative, Global Connect Networking Event, to Bring Over 300 Participants to Foster International Research Partnerships and Industry-Academia Collaboration 1:27 PM Prime Minister shares an article by former England cricket captain Mr. Kevin Pietersen highlighting India's progress across sports, technology and wildlife conservation 6:56 AM Prime Minister shares an article by Member, NITI Aayog and Former Cabinet Secretary Shri Rajiv Gauba highlighting how PM Modi's 25 years in public office have reshaped infrastructure planning and delivery 6:45 AM Prime Minister shares an article by Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla highlighting the role of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in strengthening parliamentary dialogue and cooperation 6:43 AM Prime Minister congratulates Mr. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his victory in the presidential elections in Brazil 6:19 AM Prime Minister extends greetings on the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti PM shares a Sanskrit Subhashitam highlighting the compassion of Maharshi Valmiki and the foundation of the Ramayana 2:35 AM

Rajya Sabha Secretariat 1

Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri Harivansh Delivers Welcome Address at the Inaugural Session of 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Central Hall, Parliament of India, New Delhi BRICS, representing around 49.5% of the global population, has become an effective multilateral platform, notes Shri Harivansh The theme of the inaugural session "Fostering Parliaments for People-Centric Development”, both timely and relevant, says Shri Harivansh 1:05 PM

Vice President's Secretariat 1

Medical Research Must Address Humanity’s Healthcare Challenges: Vice-President at Dr. NTR University’s Ruby Jubilee “Dr. NTR, a Legend of India, Was a Leader Who Thought Beyond Regional Boundaries”: Vice-President Technology Must Serve Humanity; Compassion Remains at the Heart of Healthcare: Vice-President Doctors Must Lead Society’s Fight Against Drug Abuse: Vice-President 9:24 AM