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The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare announced on 23 October 2026 that the ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR-CIRCOT) signed an agreement with M/s. Trust ARS Rubber Private Limited on 22 October 2026.
- Who it affects
- cotton farmers and agricultural workers
- When · Where
- On 22 October 2026: signing of the MoU · Across India
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The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 23 October 2026 a pilot initiative to build a Civil Defence network through joint training with the Indian Army. In the first phase, 600 Master Trainers (50 each from 12 States/UTs) will undergo a three-day specialized program by the second week of November 2026.
- Who it affects
- Civil Defence Master Trainers and Volunteers
- When · Where
- By the second week of November 2026: training of 600 Civil Defence Master Trainers (+1 more) · Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu
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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced on 22 October 2026 that Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar held a review meeting with the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis. The Minister called for the strict implementation of the MS Act 2013 and the use of mechanised equipment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to eliminate unsafe practices.
- Who it affects
- sanitation workers
- When · Where
- On 22 October 2026: Meeting between Union Minister and NCSK officials · across the country
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The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas announced on 22 October 2026 that a state-level outreach workshop on the GOBARdhan Scheme was held in Mumbai. The event, organised by BPCL, aimed to accelerate the development of the Compressed Biogas (CBG) sector by discussing the Model State CBG Policy and the SASCI 2026–27 framework.
- Who it affects
- policymakers, energy leaders, technology innovators, investors and industry stakeholders
- When · Where
- On 22 October 2026: State-level outreach workshop on the GOBARdhan Scheme (+1 more) · Kolkata
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The Prime Minister's Office announced on 22 October 2026 the outcomes of the Prime Minister of Poland's official visit to India. The two nations have set a target to double their bilateral trade by 2030.
- Who it affects
- India and Poland
- When · Where
- Until 1 January 2030: doubling bilateral trade · India and Poland
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The Ministry of Finance announced on 22 October 2026 that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Nagpur, has launched a nationwide Saturation Campaign. The initiative aims to help people complete re-KYC and C-KYC formalities, access social security schemes, and learn about digital frauds to ensure banking services continue smoothly.
- Who it affects
- bank account holders
- When · Where
- From 21 October 2026: nationwide Saturation Campaign (+2 more) · nationwide
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The Ministry of Defence announced on 21 October 2026 that the Army Commanders’ Conference is taking place in New Delhi from 21 to 23 October 2026. Chaired by the Chief of the Army Staff, the event brings together senior leadership to discuss operational preparedness and security issues.
- Who it affects
- Indian Army
- When · Where
- On 21 October 2026: Army Commanders’ Conference (+1 more) · Across India
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The Department of Financial Services announced on 19 October 2026 a nationwide campaign to expand financial inclusion schemes. From 21 October 2026 to 31 December 2026, banks will hold camps across 2.70 lakh Gram Panchayats and Urban Local Bodies.
- Who it affects
- citizens at the last mile
- When · Where
- From 21 October 2026: Saturation Campaign of Financial Inclusion (FI) Schemes (+1 more) · nationwide
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The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 19 October 2026 that Union Home Minister Amit Shah will pay homage to martyrs at the National Police Memorial in New Delhi on 21 October 2026. The event marks Police Commemoration Day, which honors police personnel who died in the line of duty, including those killed in a 1959 ambush in Ladakh.
- Who it affects
- Police Forces
- When · Where
- From 22 October 2026: Commemorative Events at NPM and across the country (+3 more) · across the country
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The Ministry of Defence announced on 19 October 2026 that the Indian Navy will hold the fifth edition of its Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar, Swavlamban 2026. The event will take place on 26 and 27 October 2026 at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi.
- Who it affects
- innovators, industry partners, Start-ups, MSMEs, academia, investors and the Defence Forces
- When · Where
- On 19 October 2026: Curtain Raiser Press Conference (+1 more) · New Delhi
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The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announced on 19 October 2026 that the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken action against the unauthorized online sale of hazardous explosives like Ammonium Nitrate and Gun Powder. This intervention led to the delisting of 3,940 sellers across seven digital platforms to ensure public security and consumer safety.
- Who it affects
- sellers
- When · Where
- On 9 October 2026: NCDRC hearing and dismissal of Dial4Trade appeal (+1 more) · Across India
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The Prime Minister's Office announced on 18 October 2026 that financial assistance will be provided to victims of a mishap in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) will provide an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased person and Rs. 50,000 to those injured.
- Who it affects
- injured persons; next of kin of those who lost their lives
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
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The Prime Minister's Office announced on 17 October 2026 that financial assistance will be provided to victims of a stampede in Kolkata. From the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF), Rs. 2 lakh will be given to the next of kin of each deceased person, and Rs. 50,000 will be given to each injured person.
- Who it affects
- injured persons; next of kin of those who lost their lives
- When · Where
- Not stated in the document · Kolkata
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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.
- Who it affects
- manufacturers of infant nutrition products
- When · Where
- Within 60 days: submission of objections and suggestions from stakeholders (+1 more) · Across India
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