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Digital India BHASHINI showcases AI tools to make academic research available in Indian languages

The Digital India BHASHINI Division of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology announced on 24 October 2026 its participation in the ETD-2026 symposium at IIT Delhi. The division demonstrated AI capabilities, including speech-to-text and document translation, to help higher education institutions and research repositories overcome language barriers in academic content.

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Issued by: Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD), under Digital India Corporation (DIC), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 24 October 2026
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Education & exams 22 Oct

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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.

Who it affects: PGIP participants and industry experts
When · Where: From 22 October 2026: MoU validity period (+1 more) · Across India

Press release 2326896Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 22 October 2026
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Education & exams 19 Oct

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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.

Who it affects: PhD students and scientists
When · Where: From 21 August 2026: execution of the MoU (+1 more) · Across India

Press release 2324987Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Ministry of Earth Sciences
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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Dated: 19 October 2026
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Education & exams 18 Oct

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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.

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

Press release 2324958Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Union Ministry of Education
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
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Dated: 18 October 2026
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Education & exams 16 Oct

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UPSC recommends candidates for Combined Geo-Scientist posts 2026

The Union Public Service Commission announced on 16 October 2026 the merit lists of candidates recommended for appointment to various Group 'A' and Group 'B' geo-scientist posts. These recommendations follow a three-stage process consisting of a preliminary exam in February, a main exam in June, and personality tests in September 2026.

Who it affects: candidates with specific roll numbers
When · Where: Period of three months: submission of requisite documents for provisional candidates (+4 more) · Across India

Press release 2324560Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Union Public Service Commission
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 16 October 2026
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Transport & roads 15 Oct

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Ministry of Tribal Affairs launches roadmap for tribal language preservation

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced on 15 October 2026 that it held the first meeting of the Working Group on Tribal Languages to create a roadmap for documenting and promoting tribal languages. The initiative centers on Adi Vaani, a platform developed with IIT Delhi that provides translation in nine tribal languages and access to over 300 primers.

Who it affects: tribal communities and researchers
When · Where: On 15 October 2026: first meeting of the Working Group on Tribal Languages · Across India

Press release 2323661Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 15 October 2026
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Education & exams 14 Oct

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NCISM launches research studentships and awards for Ayurveda students

The Chairperson of the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) announced on 14 October 2026 the launch of CCRAS SPARK 5.0 and CCRAS Ayurshodh 2026. The SPARK 5.0 program offers 300 studentships of ₹50,000 each to BAMS students in their third, fourth, or professional years to encourage research.

Who it affects: Ayurveda researchers; BAMS students in their third/fourth/professional years in NCISM/Government of India-recognised colleges or universities
When · Where: By 15 November 2026: Last date for submission of applications for CCRAS SPARK 5.0 (+2 more) · Across India

Press release 2323586Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: AYUSH
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File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 14 October 2026
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Education & exams 14 Oct

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Government to establish Agriculture Council to curb fake degrees

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced on 14 October 2026 that an Agriculture Council will soon be established to regulate agricultural colleges and stop the issuance of fake degrees. Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that the government will take strict measures against substandard private institutions to protect the value of degrees like BSc and MSc Agriculture.

Who it affects: private agricultural colleges
When · Where: On 14 October 2026: 10th National Convention of Agrivision (+1 more) · Across India

Press release 2323461Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 14 October 2026
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Education & exams 14 Oct

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Ministry highlights impact of National Fellowship Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment stated on 14 October 2026 that the National Fellowship Scheme for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC) provides financial support to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds pursue higher education and research. The scheme provides a monthly fellowship of ₹31,000 to cover educational, research, and living expenses.

Who it affects: eligible Scheduled Caste students
When · Where: Not stated in the document · Across India

Press release 2323381Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 14 October 2026
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Education & exams 9 Oct

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Parliamentary Committee recommends major reforms for National Testing Agency

The Rajya Sabha Secretariat announced on 9 October 2026 that a Parliamentary Standing Committee has submitted its 382nd report on reforming the National Testing Agency (NTA). The committee recommends transitioning the NEET-UG exam to a Computer-Based Testing (CBT) format, investing in government-owned test centers to reduce reliance on private firms, and creating a permanent professional staff cadre.

Who it affects: Not stated in the document
When · Where: On 25 August 2026: Committee meeting to consider and adopt the report (+1 more) · Across India

Press release 2321420Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer

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Issued by: Rajya Sabha Secretariat
Published on: Press Information Bureau, pib.gov.in (Press releases)
File hosted on: www.pib.gov.in, the government's file server for pib.gov.in
Dated: 9 October 2026
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