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Union Minister inaugurates 14th India Chem 2026 in Mumbai

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers announced on 22 October 2026 the inauguration of the 14th India Chem 2026 in Mumbai. This three-day international exhibition and conference aims to attract investments and promote sustainable growth in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector.

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Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
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22 October 2026
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India Chem 2026 exhibition begins in Mumbai on October 22

The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, announced on 21 October 2026 that it will organize the 14th India Chem 2026 from October 22 to 24, 2026, in Mumbai. This biennial event, held in partnership with FICCI, aims to showcase India's industrial capabilities and investment opportunities in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector under the theme “Advantage Bharat: An Emerging Global Chemicals Hub”.

Who it affects
chemical and petrochemical industry stakeholders
When · Where
On 22 October 2026: 14th India Chem 2026 · Mumbai
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Sanitation workers in Andhra Pradesh become entrepreneurs via NAMASTE scheme

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment reported on 19 October 2026 that four sanitation workers in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, have transitioned to mechanised service entrepreneurs. Through the Swachhta Udyami Yojana under the NAMASTE Scheme, the group received a capital subsidy of Rs 13.96 lakh and a bank loan of Rs 21.89 lakh to purchase a Mini Jetting Machine.

Who it affects
sanitation workers
When · Where
From 1 January 2021: support provided to the group (+1 more) · Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
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19 October 2026
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India targets 105.56 GW pumped storage capacity by 2035-36

The Press Information Bureau announced on 19 October 2026 that India is scaling up Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs), which act as "water batteries" to store renewable energy. The Central Electricity Authority has mapped a pathway to commission 100.81 GW of new projects by 2035-36, bringing total capacity to 105.56 GW.

Who it affects
Pumped Storage Projects; off-stream closed-loop pumped storage schemes
When · Where
By 30 June 2028: deadline for PSPs to be awarded for construction to receive ISTS charge waiver (+3 more) · Several states
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PIB Delhi
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Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment organizes Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 in Mysuru

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 17 October 2026 that it is organizing the Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 at the Mysuru Dasara Exhibition Grounds. The event, which runs from 11 October to 19 October 2026, provides a marketing platform for artisans from Scheduled Castes, Other Backward Classes, and Safai Karamcharis to sell traditional handicrafts and handloom products.

Who it affects
participating artisans
When · Where
From 11 October 2026: Shilp Samagam Mela 2026 in Mysuru (+5 more) · Mysuru, Karnataka
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Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
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17 October 2026
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