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NCRTC marks three years of Namo Bharat operations

The Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs announced on 18 October 2026 that the NCRTC celebrated 'Namo Bharat Diwas 2026' to mark three years of operations. The 82-km Delhi–Ghaziabad–Meerut corridor has recorded over 4.5 crore passenger journeys since its inauguration on 20 October 2023.

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NHAI mandates independent design checks for major highway bridges and critical structures

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) announced on 15 October 2026 a new policy to independently verify the designs of major bridges and critical highway structures. Starting 1 December 2026, designs for new EPC, HAM, and BOT projects will be reviewed by empanelled IITs, government technical institutions, or expert firms to ensure safety and quality.

Who it affects
contractors and concessionaires of EPC, HAM, and BOT projects
When · Where
From 1 December 2026: policy for independent checking of designs · Across India
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
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15 October 2026
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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.

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tribal communities and researchers
When · Where
On 15 October 2026: first meeting of the Working Group on Tribal Languages · Across India
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Ministry of Tribal Affairs
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15 October 2026
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Cabinet approves 78-day productivity bonus for 11.4 lakh railway employees

The Union Cabinet announced on 14 October 2026 the approval of a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) for railway employees. A total of Rs 2009.61 crore will be paid to approximately 11.40 lakh non-gazetted staff, equivalent to 78 days of wages.

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non-gazetted Railway employees
When · Where
Not stated in the document · Across India
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Ministry of Railways
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14 October 2026
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Cabinet approves 78-day productivity bonus for 11.4 lakh railway employees

The Union Cabinet announced on 14 October 2026 the approval of a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) for 11,40,770 non-gazetted railway employees. The government will spend Rs 2,009.61 crore to provide a bonus equivalent to 78 days' wages, with a maximum payment of Rs 17,951 per eligible employee.

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non-gazetted Railway employees including Track maintainers, Loco Pilots, Train Managers (Guards), Station Masters, Supervisors, Technicians, Technician Helpers, Pointsman, Ministerial staff and other Group 'C staff
When · Where
Not stated in the document · Across India
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Railways to hold Pan-India public dialogue at all stations on 22 October

The Ministry of Railways announced on 12 October 2026 that a Pan-India Rail Jan Samvaad, a citizen-centric public dialogue, will be held at all stations on 22 October 2026. This is part of Special Campaign 6, running from 2 October to 31 October 2026, which focuses on cleanliness and the disposal of pending matters.

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Indian Railways
When · Where
From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6 (+3 more) · Across India
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12 October 2026
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TRAI reports mobile network quality on Kathgodam to Dehradun railway route

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on 9 October 2026 released findings from network quality tests conducted in August 2026 along the Kathgodam to Dehradun railway route. The tests assessed voice and data services provided by various telecom operators across 335.8 KMs to inform consumers and encourage service improvements.

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Not stated in the document
When · Where
On 13 August 2026: Drive tests conducted across City drive · Across India
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Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
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9 October 2026
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NHAI releases framework for wildlife conservation along National Highways

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) announced on 8 October 2026 that it has released a document titled ‘Wildlife Mitigation Measures & Structures’. This framework details how NHAI balances highway connectivity with environmental sustainability to reduce habitat fragmentation and animal-vehicle collisions.

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On 2 October 2026: National Wildlife Week · Across India
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National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
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8 October 2026
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