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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 23 October 2026 the current status of the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY). The scheme provides grant-in-aid to NGOs and local bodies to maintain care facilities, currently supporting 764 Senior Citizen Homes, 13 Continuous Care Homes, 17 Mobile Medicare Units, and 3 Physiotherapy Clinics.
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- eligible organizations including NGOs, State Governments, Panchayati Raj Institutions and local bodies
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- Not stated in the document · Across India
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The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 22 October 2026 the launch of the 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan', a nationwide campaign to protect soil health. From 22 October to 30 November 2026, scientists and officials will visit villages to encourage farmers to use balanced fertilisers based on Soil Health Cards, rotate crops, and adopt natural farming.
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- eligible poor families
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- From 22 October 2026: nationwide public awareness campaign (+1 more) · Haryana
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) announced on 22 October 2026 that it has approved the acquisition of 100% of the equity share capital of Sahrudaya Health Care Pvt. Ltd. by Maybach Asia Holdings II Pte.
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- Sahrudaya Health Care Pvt. Ltd.
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- Not stated in the document · Across India
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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 22 October 2026 that its Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) has reached over 35 crore people, including 13.94 crore youth and 10.86 crore women. Launched on 15 August 2020, the campaign focuses on drug demand reduction through awareness, treatment, and community participation across more than 32 lakh educational institutions.
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- youth, women, and educational institutions
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- By 31 December 2029: uprooting the drug trade from India (+2 more) · Across India
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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 21 October 2026 the launch of the nationwide ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan- Rabi 2026’ campaign. Running from 22 October to 30 November 2026, the initiative aims to educate farmers on balanced fertilizer use, soil health, and crop diversification.
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- farmers
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- From 22 October 2026: Khet Bachao Abhiyan- Rabi 2026 campaign (+2 more) · nationwide
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced on 19 October 2026 that Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) conducted the fifth week of its 100 Weeks Campaign on 17 October 2026. The initiative, themed around yoga, meditation, and drug-free India discussions, involved 1,174 programmes across 36 States and Union Territories.
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- youth and citizens
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- On 17 October 2026: fifth week of the 100 Weeks Campaign · 36 States and Union Territories
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The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas announced on 19 October 2026 that it has completed the Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign, which ran from 17 September to 2 October 2026. The initiative involved the transformation of 9,845 cleanliness target units and the cleaning of 937 public spaces.
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- public spaces, water bodies, students, and sanitation workers
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- From 17 September 2026: Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign (+2 more) · Across India
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The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced on 17 October 2026 that it has launched the second month of the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat 100 Week Sankalp Abhiyan. This phase, themed “Fit Youth, Addiction-Free Youth (Shakti evam Seva),” began with the nationwide observance of Yoga and Self-Defence Day on 16 October 2026.
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- participants in educational institutions, NSS units and adopted villages
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- On 16 October 2026: Yoga evam Aatm-Suraksha Diwas · nationwide
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The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) announced on 17 October 2026 the conclusion of KAUMARACON 2026, a three-day international conference focused on advancing Ayurvedic child healthcare. The event coincided with the Institute's 10th Foundation Day, during which AIIA signed two Memorandums of Understanding with Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth and Arogya Bharati to improve knowledge-sharing.
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- AIIA, Rashtriya Ayurved Vidyapeeth, and Arogya Bharati
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- On 17 October 2026: Conclusion of KAUMARACON 2026 and AIIA 10th Foundation Day · Across India
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The Department of Pharmaceuticals announced on 17 October 2026 that the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has capped trade margins at 30% for 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs. This measure is expected to reduce the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of these medicines by up to 70%.
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- patients and families affected by cancer
- When · Where
- Within 7 days: manufacturers to inform NPPA of revised prices (+1 more) · Across India
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The Ministry of Defence announced on 17 October 2026 that new infrastructure under Project Seabird Phase IIA was inaugurated at the Naval Base in Karwar on 15 October 2026. The project adds 300 dwelling units for Naval Defence Civilians and expands the INHS Patanjali hospital to a 409-bed capacity.
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- patients at INHS Patanjali
- When · Where
- On 15 October 2026: Inauguration of Project Seabird Phase IIA infrastructure · Naval Base, Karwar
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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) announced on 17 October 2026 a draft amendment to prohibit the addition of sucrose and fructose in food products for infants up to six months old. This measure aims to reduce early exposure to added sugars to prevent childhood obesity and support healthy growth.
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- manufacturers of infant nutrition products
- When · Where
- Within 60 days: submission of objections and suggestions from stakeholders (+1 more) · Across India
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The Department of Health & Family Welfare announced on 16 October 2026 the mid-campaign progress of Special Campaign 6. This initiative aims to institutionalise cleanliness (Swachhata) and reduce pending work across government offices, hospitals, and institutes.
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- Central Government Hospitals, Institutes, Organisations and Offices under the Department
- When · Where
- From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+1 more) · nationwide
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The Ministry of Coal announced on 16 October 2026 that South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) is improving service delivery through two digital platforms. The Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) digitizes patient records and medical reimbursement claims, while the PPO/Jeevan Pramaan Patra Portal allows retirees and their spouses to download pension documents and submit Life Certificates online.
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- employees and patients; retired employees and surviving spouses
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- From 2 October 2026: implementation phase of Special Campaign 6 (+1 more) · Across India
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The Vice-President of India on 15 October 2026 inaugurated KAUMARACON-2026, the third international conference on Ayurvedic paediatrics, at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi. During the event, he launched several digital tools, including the AYUSH Start-up Portal, the Vamana App, and the Panchakarma Assessment App, to improve clinical practice and entrepreneurship in Ayurveda.
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- academic institutions
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- On 15 October 2026: KAUMARACON-2026 conference (+1 more) · India and USA
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The Technology Development Board (TDB) of the Department of Science & Technology announced on 15 October 2026 that it has signed an agreement with Panacea Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to support the development and commercialisation of an indigenous 32-slice Computed Tomography (CT) scanner.
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- medical device manufacturer
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Across Karnataka
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The Vice-President of India announced on 15 October 2026 the launch of several digital initiatives by the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA). These include the AYUSH Start-up Portal, the AIIA–iCAINE website, the Ayurveda Digital Innovation and Venture Acceleration Facility (AyuDIVA), and the Vamana and Panchakarma Assessment apps.
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- Maharishi International University (MIU), USA, and All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi
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- On 15 October 2026: Inauguration of KAUMARACON-2026 and launch of digital initiatives · USA and India
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The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announced on 14 October 2026 that the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has launched the BIS Silver Refinery Scheme. This scheme provides purity assurance and hallmarking for silver bullion and coins of three purity grades (999.9, 999.5, and 999.0 ppt) through licensed refineries and mints.
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- silver refineries and mints
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- 1 year: short-term standard formulation for sustainable agriculture (+1 more) · Several states
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The Vice-President of India released the memoir 'Dancing with Joy' by Dr. Ananda Shankar Jayant on 14 October 2026. During the event, the Vice-President highlighted government efforts to expand cancer care, including the establishment of over 700 District Clinics and 500 Day Care Cancer Centres.
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- Not stated in the document
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- On 1 February 2026: nationwide HPV vaccination campaign launch · Across India
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) announced on 14 October 2026 that it has approved the acquisition of a stake in Kids Clinic India Limited by NuageLux BidCo S.à r.l. The deal involves the acquisition of approximately 23% of the shareholding in Kids Clinic India Limited on a fully diluted basis.
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- NuageLux BidCo S.à r.l
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- Not stated in the document · Across India
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The Department of Pharmaceuticals announced on 14 October 2026 a partnership between NIPER Raebareli and AstraZeneca India to strengthen clinical research capabilities. The collaboration aims to build a trained workforce and inspection-ready sites in 25 emerging research geographies across India, moving beyond major metropolitan areas.
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- clinical trial sites
- When · Where
- On 14 October 2026: Signing of the MoU · emerging research geographies across India
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The Ministry of Ayush announced on 13 October 2026 the release of Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs) for managing dermatological disorders. These guidelines provide a standardised approach to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and dermatitis across Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, Homoeopathy, and Yoga.
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- Ayush practitioners, clinicians, academicians, researchers and policymakers
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- On 13 October 2026: 11th Ayurveda Day · Across Delhi
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The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced on 12 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh held bilateral talks with UK Secretary of State Dame Angela Eagle in New Delhi. The two countries discussed strengthening cooperation in animal health, sustainable livestock production, genomics, and scientific research.
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- trade sectors
- When · Where
- On 12 October 2026: Bilateral meeting between Indian and UK ministers · India and UK
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The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region announced on 12 October 2026 that Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated five projects worth ₹102 crore and laid foundation stones for five more worth ₹228.54 crore in Mizoram. These initiatives improve road connectivity, power transmission, water supply, healthcare, education, and sports infrastructure.
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- farming households; residents of Mizoram
- When · Where
- From 1 April 2026: MDoNER investment for Northeast (+3 more) · Mizoram
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The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) announced on 12 October 2026 a new mechanism to ensure the upkeep of toilet blocks and other facilities at toll plazas. NHAI officials will now conduct weekly inspections, and agencies failing to meet standards will receive show-cause notices and be required to upload corrective action photos to the Data Lake portal.
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- User Fee Collection Agencies
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- On 1 January 2025: launch of Clean Toilet Picture Challenge · publicly funded toll plazas and other toll plazas where User Fee Collection Agencies are appointed by NHAI
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced on 12 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda laid the foundation stone for the ICMR Centre for High Altitude Medicine and Public Health Research at Keylong, Himachal Pradesh. This permanent facility will be a collaboration between the ICMR, Armed Forces Medical Services, and AIIMS Bilaspur to study the health impacts of low oxygen, extreme cold, and climatic changes.
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- Armed Forces personnel and Himalayan communities
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- On 12 October 2026: foundation stone laying ceremony of the ICMR Centre · Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh
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The Department of Health and Family Welfare announced on 12 October 2026 that it is conducting 'Special Campaign 6' from 2 October to 31 October 2026. The initiative focuses on institutionalising Swachhata (cleanliness) and reducing the backlog of pending matters in government offices.
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- government offices and associated institutions
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- From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+1 more) · Across India
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The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced on 12 October 2026 that it has urged all States and Union Territories to ensure clinical establishments prominently display the rates for their services and facilities. This move aims to help patients make informed decisions and reduce billing disputes by making costs clearly visible in both English and the local language.
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- Clinical Establishments
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- Not stated in the document · States and UTs where the Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010 is applicable
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced on 11 October 2026 that Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda will lay the foundation stone for the ICMR Centre for High Altitude Medicine and Public Health Research (ICMR-CHAMP) in Keylong, Himachal Pradesh, on 12 October 2026. This first-of-its-kind dedicated centre aims to improve healthcare and biomedical research for people living and working in the Himalayan region's challenging environments.
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- people living and working in high-altitude and climate-sensitive regions
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- On 12 October 2026: foundation stone laying ceremony of ICMR-CHAMP · Himalayan region, specifically Keylong in Lahaul & Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh
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The Department of Atomic Energy announced on 10 October 2026 that the Women’s Cancer Initiative of Tata Memorial Hospital is holding its 24th Annual Conference in Mumbai. The event brings together Indian and international experts to discuss precision diagnostics and new treatments for cervical, ovarian, and uterine cancers.
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- oncologists and medical practitioners
- When · Where
- On 8 October 2026: start of the 24th Annual Conference of the WCI–TMH (+3 more) · Across India
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The Prime Minister's Office announced on 10 October 2026 that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Chennai on 11 October to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for projects worth over ₹13,000 crore. These projects cover metro rail, highways, railways, ports, petroleum, and education, including a ₹4,900 crore Chennai Metro stretch and ₹3,700 crore in highway projects.
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- commuters; road users
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- On 11 October 2026: Prime Minister's visit to Chennai · Chennai
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- 10 October 2026
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The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced on 9 October 2026 that it will observe World Mental Health Day on 10 October 2026. The ministry highlighted the Tele-MANAS initiative, which provides free, 24/7 confidential counselling via the 14416 toll-free helpline and has received over 47.75 lakh calls since its launch on 10 October 2022.
- Who it affects
- individuals experiencing mental health challenges
- When · Where
- From 10 October 2022: Launch of Tele-MANAS (+1 more) · across India
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- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
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- 9 October 2026
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Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav inaugurated the second Indo-UK Health Conclave 2026 in New Delhi on 9 October 2026. The event saw the launch of a capacity-building initiative offering two six-month certificate courses for Ayush graduates and postgraduates in acute care, emergency support, and lifestyle health counselling.
- Who it affects
- Ayush graduates and postgraduates
- When · Where
- On 9 October 2026: Indo-UK Health Conclave 2026 · Across India
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- AYUSH
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- Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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- 9 October 2026
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