The Ministry of Rural Development announced on 23 October 2026 the launch of an upgraded National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) app to record attendance for the VB-G RAM G scheme. Developed with IIT Madras, the app uses AI-based face verification and device security to prevent fraudulent wage claims, while allowing offline recording in areas without network access.
Who it affects
rural workers
When · Where
By 1 December 2027: creation of 11 crore Farmer IDs (+2 more) · all rural areas
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment reported on 22 October 2026 that the PM-DAKSH scheme, which provided skill training for SC, OBC, EWS, and other marginalized groups, has been merged with the PMKVY scheme. This decision, effective from 2024-25, aims to avoid duplication as both schemes used the same job roles from the Skill India Digital Hub.
Who it affects
skill training beneficiaries
When · Where
From 1 April 2024: merger of PM-DAKSH with PMKVY (+1 more) · Across India
The Union Public Service Commission announced on 21 October 2026 that it finalised several recruitment cases during September 2026. The Commission has informed the recommended candidates individually via post.
The Union Public Service Commission announced on 19 October 2026 that 8,956 candidates have qualified for interviews by the Service Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence. These candidates are eligible for admission to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, and Officers Training Academy.
Who it affects
qualified candidates
When · Where
By 1 July 2027: submission of original certificates for IMA & INA (+5 more) · Across Kerala
The Directorate General Resettlement (DGR) of the Ministry of Defence organised an Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Job Fair in Nagpur on 16 October 2026. The event connected over 480 veterans with 42 national and multinational companies, offering more than 1,300 employment opportunities across various sectors.
Who it affects
Ex-Servicemen
When · Where
On 16 October 2026: Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Job Fair · Nagpur
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation announced on 15 October 2026 the results of the Periodic Labour Force Survey for September 2026. The data shows that the urban Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) rose to 50.7%, and urban female LFPR reached its highest level since October 2025 at 25.9%.
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.
Who it affects
women workers
When · Where
By 1 January 2029: achieving gender parity on Udyam Registration Portal and Udyam Assist Platform (+1 more) · Several states
The Press Information Bureau reported on 13 October 2026 that the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) has seen significant growth in rural enterprises. In 2025–26, sales of Khadi and village industry products reached a record ₹1.87lakh crore, with employment in the sector increasing to 2.04 crore.
Who it affects
eligible Khadi institutions
When · Where
Annually from 2 October to 31 October: Khadi Mahotsav · Several states
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment announced on 12 October 2026 that the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC) provides financial assistance through its Term Loan Scheme. This scheme helps eligible beneficiaries start income-generating activities to achieve economic self-reliance and move away from seasonal labour.
The District Magistrate of Jammu has ordered all property and business owners to disclose the details of their tenants and employees to the police. This requirement applies to all landlords, including those running paying guest accommodations, as well as business and shop owners.
Who it affects
landlords, property owners, business owners, and commercial establishment owners
When · Where
Within 07 days: submit detailed particulars of tenants/workers (+3 more) · Jammu
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