Announcements & other updates
The Ministry of Science & Technology announced on 23 October 2026 that researchers from the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) have identified a mechanism explaining why matter around rapidly spinning black holes emits oscillating X-rays. Using computer simulations, the study found that a black hole's spin influences the movement of accretion shocks, where rapid spin pulls shocks closer to the black hole to produce a wider range of frequencies.
- Who it affects
- scientific community
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Across India
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- Ministry of Science & Technology
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- Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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- 23 October 2026
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The Ministry of Jal Shakti announced on 23 October 2026 the progress of Special Campaign 6, an initiative to clear pending government work and improve office cleanliness. Conducted by the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation from 2 October to 31 October 2026, the campaign focuses on resolving public grievances and simplifying rules.
- Who it affects
- government offices
- When · Where
- From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+2 more) · Across India
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- Ministry of Jal Shakti
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The Ministry of Electronics & IT announced on 23 October 2026 that the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and Bank of India (BOI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 22 October 2026. The partnership aims to develop a Quantum Ecosystem for Financial Innovation to improve banking security and decision-making using indigenous quantum-safe technologies.
- Who it affects
- C-DAC and Bank of India
- When · Where
- On 22 October 2026: signing of the MoU · Across India
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- Ministry of Electronics & IT
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- 23 October 2026
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Rules & decisions
It modifies the rules for Research Analysts and Research Entities, making it no longer mandatory to record phone calls with clients who are institutional investors. This change is part of an effort to make doing business easier.
- Who it affects
- Research Analysts or Research Entities
- When · Where
- From 8 November 2026: provisions of this circular shall come into effect · Across India
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- Securities and Exchange Board of India
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- Securities and Exchange Board of India, www.sebi.gov.in (Circularss)
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- 23 October 2026
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) announced on 22 October 2026 that a committee has submitted a report to reform capacity building for Indian Statistical Service (ISS) officers. The report proposes a new framework based on seven priority capability pillars to prepare officers for advanced analytics, data governance, and emerging technologies.
- Who it affects
- Indian Statistical Service (ISS) officers; National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA)
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Across India
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- Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
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- 22 October 2026
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The Competition Commission of India announced on 22 October 2026 that it has approved the acquisition of share capital in Universal Nutriscience Private Limited by Integrace Private Limited. Integrace, a company focused on orthopaedics and gynaecology formulations, will acquire the shares from existing shareholders.
- Who it affects
- Integrace Private Limited and Universal Nutriscience Private Limited
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Across India
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- Competition Commission of India (CCI)
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- 22 October 2026
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways announced on 22 October 2026 that Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has urged Polish firms to build and innovate within India rather than just selling to its market. Speaking at the India-Poland Business Forum, the Minister proposed creating a Startup Bridge, an Innovation Corridor, and an AI and Quantum Dialogue to strengthen ties in technology and manufacturing.
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- Not stated in the document
- When · Where
- By 1 January 2030: target to generate 500 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity (+2 more) · Across India
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- Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
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- 22 October 2026
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The Ministry of Law and Justice announced on 22 October 2026 that the 23rd Law Commission of India convened a national conference in New Delhi to improve collaboration between national and state law-reform bodies. The event focused on aligning national constitutional goals with the administrative experiences of states to create citizen-centric legal designs.
- Who it affects
- citizens
- When · Where
- Within about six months: Law Commissions to place first joint issue papers before governments (+1 more) · Across India
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- Ministry of Law and Justice
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- 22 October 2026
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The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) announced on 22 October 2026 that its Secretary reviewed the implementation of Special Campaign 6 at field offices of the Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Finance in Mumbai. The campaign focuses on improving cleanliness, managing office space, and disposing of obsolete records and electronic waste.
- Who it affects
- government offices and public institutions
- When · Where
- On 22 October 2026: Review visit to field offices in Mumbai · Across India
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- Press Information Bureau (PIB) Delhi
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- 22 October 2026
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The Department of Science and Technology (DST) announced on 22 October 2026 the mid-campaign achievements of Special Campaign 6, a cleanliness and workplace management initiative. The department has conducted activities at 397 out of 401 identified sites, freeing 61,888 square feet of space and generating ₹8,25,696 from scrap disposal.
- Who it affects
- DST and affiliated organisations
- When · Where
- Until 31 October 2026: end of Special Campaign 6 (+1 more) · Across India
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- Department of Science and Technology (DST)
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- 22 October 2026
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Rules & decisions
For clients who have successfully completed an Early Pay-In (EPI) of securities for a sale, Clearing Corporations will not collect margins on subsequent buy or sell trades up to the value of that EPI. This measure aims to protect investor interests and regulate the securities market.
- Who it affects
- clients of Trading Members and Clearing Members
- When · Where
- Four months from the date of issuance of this circular: provisions of this circular shall come into force · Across India
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- SEBI
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- Securities and Exchange Board of India, www.sebi.gov.in (Circularss)
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- 22 October 2026
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Under this rule, Clearing Corporations will not collect margins on a client's subsequent buy or sell trades up to the value of the accepted EPI. This facility is designed to provide liquidity based on securities already pledged for settlement.
- Who it affects
- clients with net sell obligations in a settlement
- When · Where
- Four months from the date of issuance of this circular: provisions of the circular come into force · Across India
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- SEBI
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- Securities and Exchange Board of India, www.sebi.gov.in (Circularss)
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- 22 October 2026
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The Ministry of Defence announced on 21 October 2026 that the Indian Air Force (IAF) held an Industry Outreach Programme in New Delhi. The event aimed to share the IAF's long-term requirements for unmanned and autonomous systems with startups, MSMEs, and industry partners.
- Who it affects
- industry partners
- When · Where
- On 21 October 2026: Industry Outreach Programme (+1 more) · Across India
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- Ministry of Defence
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- 21 October 2026
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The Ministry of Commerce & Industry announced on 21 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal will visit Germany from 22 to 24 October and the Netherlands from 24 to 27 October 2026. The visit aims to expand bilateral trade, advance technological collaboration in areas like green mobility and AI, and explore opportunities related to the India–EU Free Trade Agreement.
- Who it affects
- Not stated in the document
- When · Where
- On 22 October 2026: visit to Germany (+3 more) · Across India
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- Ministry of Commerce & Industry
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- 21 October 2026
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The Ministry of Commerce & Industry announced on 21 October 2026 that the Index of Core Industries (ICI) grew by 7.9 per cent year-on-year in September 2026. This is an increase from the 5.9 per cent growth recorded in August 2026.
- Who it affects
- core industries
- When · Where
- From 1 April 2026: cumulative growth period for ICI (+2 more) · Across India
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- Ministry of Commerce & Industry
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- 21 October 2026
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The Ministry of Science & Technology announced on 21 October 2026 that scientists from the Raman Research Institute discovered that the X-ray pulsar Centaurus X-3 consumes material via an accretion disk. This finding is rare for high-mass X-ray binaries, which typically capture stellar wind directly.
- Who it affects
- scientists
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Across India
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- Ministry of Science & Technology
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- 21 October 2026
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The Ministry of Defence announced on 19 October 2026 that the Defence Secretary has launched revamped websites for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the Department of Defence (DoD). These platforms are designed to be user-friendly and comply with the Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM) 3.0 and Guidelines for Indian Government Websites (GIGW) 3.0.
- Who it affects
- citizens, stakeholders and users
- When · Where
- On 19 October 2026: launch of revamped MoD and DoD websites · Across India
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- Ministry of Defence
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- 19 October 2026
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Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced on 17 October 2026 that India's space economy, currently valued at around USD 9 billion, is expected to grow to USD 40–45 billion over the next seven to eight years. Speaking at a roundtable, the Minister stated that India must transition from demonstrating technology to building globally competitive commercial space companies.
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- Not stated in the document
- When · Where
- From 1 January 2019: opening of India’s Space sector to private participation (+1 more) · Across India
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- Department of Space
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- 17 October 2026
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The Ministry of Finance stated on 17 October 2026 that the Central Government is legally permitted to dilute or divest its stake in IDBI Bank. This clarification follows reports regarding 2003 legislative debates; the Ministry noted that an amendment to restrict stake dilution was rejected and not included in the final IDBI (Repeal) Act, 2003.
- Who it affects
- Central Government
- When · Where
- On 17 December 2018: Delhi High Court decision in All India IDBI Officers’ Association v. Union of India & Others · Across India
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- Ministry of Finance
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