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C-DOT establishes sixth Centre of Excellence at IIT (BHU), Varanasi

The Ministry of Communications announced on 23 October 2026 that the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has signed an agreement with IIT (BHU), Varanasi to establish its sixth Centre of Excellence (CoE). This partnership aims to combine academic research with industry needs to develop indigenous technologies in areas like 5G Advanced/6G, AI, and Quantum Technologies.

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IICA and Association of ARCs partner to enhance insolvency professional training

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs announced on 22 October 2026 that the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Association of ARCs in India. This partnership aims to strengthen the Post Graduate Insolvency Programme (PGIP) by integrating practical industry experience with academic study to train insolvency professionals and turnaround specialists.

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PGIP participants and industry experts
When · Where
From 22 October 2026: MoU validity period (+1 more) · Across India
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Ministry of Corporate Affairs
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22 October 2026
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Registration opens for Kashi Tamil Sangamam 5.0

The Ministry of Education announced on 22 October 2026 the launch of the registration portal for the fifth edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 5.0). The programme, themed Thirukkural Payilvom  Thirukkural Abhyas Karen, aims to promote the ethical wisdom of the classical Tamil text Thirukkural among youth and learners.

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Students, Teachers, Writers and Media Professionals, Agriculture and Allied Sectors, Professionals and Artisans, Women and Spiritual leaders
When · Where
By 13 November 2026: last date for registration (+2 more) · Tamil Nadu
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Secretary DARE advocates for global partnerships to reform agricultural education

The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 22 October 2026 that Dr. M. L. Jat, Secretary of DARE, has called for a reimagining of agricultural higher education. Speaking virtually at a roundtable in the United States, he emphasized the need for industry-academia collaboration and international knowledge exchange to tackle challenges like climate change and biodiversity loss.

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agricultural research and educational institutions
When · Where
On 1 October 2026: Roundtable during the World Food Prize Foundation · international
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Pondicherry University opens Tiruppur Kumaran Student Service Centre

The Attorney General for India inaugurated the Tiruppur Kumaran Student Service Centre (TKSSC) at Pondicherry University on 20 October 2026. This integrated facility provides students with a single location for academic, administrative, and welfare services, including the Placement Cell and the Office of the Chief Warden.

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students
When · Where
On 20 October 2026: Inauguration of the Tiruppur Kumaran Student Service Centre · Pondicherry University
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UPSC announces written results for Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2026

The Union Public Service Commission announced on 19 October 2026 that 8,956 candidates have qualified for interviews by the Service Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence. These candidates are eligible for admission to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers Training Academy.

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qualified candidates
When · Where
By 1 July 2027: submission of original certificates for IMA & INA (+5 more) · Across Kerala
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NIOS theory exams for Secondary and Senior Secondary courses start 22 October 2026

The Ministry of Education announced on 19 October 2026 that the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will conduct theory examinations for Secondary and Senior Secondary courses starting from 22 October 2026. These exams will take place at designated centres in Maharashtra and Goa.

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students
When · Where
From 22 October 2026: NIOS Public Examination (Theory) for Secondary and Senior Secondary Courses · Maharashtra and Goa
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MoES and AcSIR partner to provide PhD programs in Earth System Sciences

The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) announced on 19 October 2026 a partnership with the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) to advance doctoral research. Under a Memorandum of Understanding executed on 21 August 2026, all ten MoES research institutes are now recognized as AcSIR Associated Research Institutes.

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PhD students and scientists
When · Where
From 21 August 2026: execution of the MoU (+1 more) · Across India
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Ministry of Earth Sciences
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Education Ministry launches Special Campaign 6 for school cleanliness and e-waste management

The Department of School Education and Literacy announced on 18 October 2026 that it is implementing Special Campaign 6 from 2 October to 31 October 2026. The initiative focuses on improving administrative efficiency, cleaning school campuses, and managing electronic waste (e-waste) through Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE.

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Department of School Education and Literacy, its organisations, and schools
When · Where
From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+4 more) · Across India
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Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Union Ministry of Education
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18 October 2026
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