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DRI seizes 25,000 kg Pakistani watermelon seeds smuggled via Dubai

The Ministry of Finance announced on 23 October 2026 that the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 25,000 kg of watermelon seeds originating from Pakistan. The seeds, valued at about Rs. 2.02 crore, were routed through Dubai and falsely declared as UAE-origin to bypass India's import ban on Pakistani goods and restrictions on watermelon seeds.

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Environment Minister urges coordinated action to advance India's circular economy

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change announced on 22 October 2026 that the government is using regulatory reforms and digital systems to promote a circular economy. Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav stated that sector-specific rules for nine waste streams have been introduced, with nearly 499.60 lakh metric tonnes of waste processed to date.

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producers, importers and brand owners
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On 22 October 2026: Circular Economy Conference organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) · Across India
Press release 2326787Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Ministry of Tourism implements Special Campaign 6.0 for cleanliness and efficiency

The Ministry of Tourism announced on 22 October 2026 that it is implementing the Special Campaign for Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM) 6.0. This initiative aims to improve workplace efficiency and cleanliness across its offices, including India Tourism Offices and Institutes of Hotel Management.

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Ministry of Tourism offices and institutions
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Not stated in the document · Across India
Press release 2326609Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Coal Controller Organisation launches SUVIKALP tool for sustainable mine repurposing

The Coal Controller Organisation (CCO) of the Ministry of Coal announced on 21 October 2026 that it has developed SUVIKALP, a data-driven tool to help stakeholders select and rank projects for repurposing closed mines. The initiative includes PRISM, a model providing implementation strategies and sample reports, and a series of 12 thematic webinars to build capacity among coal companies and experts.

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stakeholders and coal companies
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On 26 September 2026: Receipt of SKOCH Gold Award 2026 · Across India
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Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas completes Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign

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
Press release 2325030Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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DoPT launches Special Campaign 6 for cleanliness and administrative efficiency

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) announced on 19 October 2026 that it has launched the Implementation Phase of Special Campaign 6. This initiative, coordinated by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, focuses on improving workplace efficiency through cleanliness drives, the disposal of pending matters, and better records management.

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DoPT and its Attached and Subordinate Offices
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From 16 September 2026: Preparatory Phase of Special Campaign 6 (+4 more) · Across India
Press release 2324988Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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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
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From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+4 more) · Across India
Press release 2324958Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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