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Ministry details support for senior citizens under Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana

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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CCI approves acquisition of Sahrudaya Health Care by Maybach Asia Holdings II

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
Press release 2326892Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan reaches 35 crore people to combat drug abuse

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
Press release 2326763Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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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
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All India Institute of Ayurveda celebrates 10th anniversary and concludes child healthcare conference

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
Press release 2324808Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Government caps trade margins on 137 anti-cancer drugs to lower prices

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
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Within 7 days: manufacturers to inform NPPA of revised prices (+1 more) · Across India
Press release 2324743Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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FSSAI proposes ban on added sucrose and fructose in food for infants up to six months

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
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Within 60 days: submission of objections and suggestions from stakeholders (+1 more) · Across India
Press release 2324637Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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