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First National SARAS Mela outside Delhi-NCR held in Vijayawada

The Ministry of Rural Development announced on 21 October 2026 that the National SARAS Mela is being held in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, from 13 October to 31 October 2026. This event is the first of its kind outside the Delhi-NCR region and features around 1,500 women entrepreneurs from 34 states and UTs showcasing products in over 650 stalls.

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First Kanda Express onion shipment to reach Agartala by October 18

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announced on 16 October 2026 that it is expanding the distribution of buffer onions from the Price Stabilization Fund to the North-East. A shipment of approximately 440 MT of onions is expected to reach Agartala, Tripura, by 18 October 2026 to ensure affordable prices before the festive season.

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consumers
When · Where
On 18 October 2026: expected arrival of 440 MT onion consignment in Agartala · Agartala, Tripura
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Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
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16 October 2026
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Government aims to expand NCC strength to 20 lakh cadets

The Ministry of Defence announced on 15 October 2026 that the government intends to expand the National Cadet Corps (NCC) from approximately 17 lakh to 20 lakh cadets. During a conference in Guwahati, Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth called on nine states—including those in the North Eastern Region, West Bengal, and Sikkim—to implement plans for improving training facilities and infrastructure.

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NCC cadets
When · Where
On 15 October 2026: Special Joint State Representatives and Additional Director General’s Conference 2026 · Several states
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India reports rise in women's workforce participation and expanded enterprise support

The Press Information Bureau reported on 15 October 2026 that India's female Labour Force Participation Rate rose from 23.3% in 2017-18 to 40% in 2025. The government is supporting this growth through credit schemes like PMMY, the Swavalambini pilot for young women, and the Yashasvini Campaign to achieve gender parity in business registrations by 2029.

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women workers
When · Where
By 1 January 2029: achieving gender parity on Udyam Registration Portal and Udyam Assist Platform (+1 more) · Several states
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Union Minister felicitates 62 young innovators at 12th NLEPC

The Ministry of Science & Technology announced on 14 October 2026 that Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh felicitated 62 young innovators at the 12th National Level Exhibition and Project Competition (NLEPC). The event highlighted the INSPIRE-MANAK initiative, which supports students in Classes VI to XII in turning scientific ideas into practical products.

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students
When · Where
From 1 January 2017: INSPIRE-MANAK programme (+1 more) · Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Mizoram
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Union Minister launches ₹331 crore development projects in Mizoram

The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region announced on 12 October 2026 that Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated five projects worth ₹102 crore and laid foundation stones for five more worth ₹228.54 crore in Mizoram. These initiatives improve road connectivity, power transmission, water supply, healthcare, education, and sports infrastructure.

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farming households; residents of Mizoram
When · Where
From 1 April 2026: MDoNER investment for Northeast (+3 more) · Mizoram
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Ministry of Development of North-East Region
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National SARAS Mela 2026 comes to Vijayawada to support women entrepreneurs

The Ministry of Rural Development announced on 12 October 2026 that the National SARAS Mela 2026 will be held in Vijayawada from 13 to 31 October 2026. This event, held in collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh government, brings over 1,500 women from Self-Help Groups across more than 30 States and Union Territories to showcase and sell traditional crafts and regional cuisines.

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women from Self-Help Groups
When · Where
From 13 October 2026: National SARAS Mela 2026 (+2 more) · Vijayawada
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Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India
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Retail inflation in India was 5.54% in September 2026

The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation announced on 12 October 2026 that provisional retail inflation for September 2026 was 5.54% year-on-year. Food inflation was higher at 7.74%, with rural inflation at 8.06% and urban at 7.18%.

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general public
When · Where
On 12 November 2026: release of CPI for October 2026 · Several states
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Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation
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Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia to visit Mizoram for development projects and banking conclave

The Ministry of Development of North-East Region announced on 11 October 2026 that Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia will visit Mizoram on 12 and 13 October 2026. During the visit, the Minister will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for 10 projects in Tuivamit and interact with students at Mizoram University.

Who it affects
Mizoram
When · Where
On 12 October 2026: Minister's visit to Aizawl and Tuivamit for project inaugurations and student interaction (+1 more) · Mizoram
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Ministry of Development of North-East Region
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