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The National Statistics Office (NSO) Sub-Regional Office Kolhapur, under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), is conducting multiple socio-economic, industrial, and price-related surveys across the districts of Kolhapur, Sangli, and Sindhudurg in October 2026. The operations include ongoing socio-economic surveys like the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), surveys under the NSS 81st Round (such as the Situation Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households, All India Debt and Investment Survey, Migration Particulars Survey, and National Household Income Survey), price statistics collection for CPI and CPI-AL/RL, and industrial surveys including the Annual Survey of Incorporated Service Sector Enterprises and the Forward-Looking Survey on Private Sector CAPEX Investment Intentions.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is scheduled to participate in the valedictory session and address the Departmental Summit on Women and Child Development on 9th October 2026 at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi. The two-day summit, held on 8–9 October 2026, involves political leadership and officials from all States. It is the second in a series of departmental summits intended to foster cooperative federalism, collective ownership of national priorities, and Centre-State collaboration. The event centers on four themes: reimagining Anganwadi Centres for nutrition and early education, strengthening child protection systems, ensuring women's safety through institutional and legislative frameworks, and advancing women's empowerment via key schemes.

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare inaugurated various new facilities at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology (ICAR-IIAB) in Ranchi through video conferencing, alongside organizing a Pre-Rabi Kisan Goshti-cum-Agricultural Input Distribution Programme under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan and Tribal Sub-Plan. The inaugurated infrastructure includes an Admin-cum-School Building, Birsa Munda Multipurpose Hall, Jaipal Singh Munda Sports Complex, and a NEXTGEN Breeding Facility, while foundation stones were laid for a new Guest House facility. The event highlighted the importance of scientific agriculture, integrated farming, improved seeds, balanced nutrient management, protection from fake agricultural inputs, and the extension of technologies from 'Lab to Land'.

The Ministry of Culture highlighted that the 8th edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction features 22 mementos from Madhya Pradesh, reflecting the state's living heritage, traditions, and artistic expressions. The collection includes architectural models such as the Kandariya Mahadev Temple and Udayagiri Caves, tributes to figures like Dr. Hari Singh Gour, indigenous Gond Tree of Life paintings, and sacred traditions from Ujjain, Shajapur, Neemuch, and Khandwa. It also incorporates national symbols like the Lion Capital of Ashoka and contemporary public life items. The initiative aims to bring regional gifts into a wider national cultural memory through e-auctions, with proceeds supporting the Namami Gange Programme. The auction has been extended until October 31, 2026.

The Prime Minister shared an article written by Union Minister of State Shri Jitendra Singh regarding India's Blue Economy. The article describes the Blue Economy as a pathway to prosperity, sustainability, and national strength. It highlights the Sapta-Dhara vision, which integrates science, technology, and enterprise to enhance livelihoods, support food and energy security, and generate new opportunities for youth.

The National Statistics Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Pahle India Foundation (PIF), New Delhi. The collaboration is designed to strengthen official statistics, research, data analysis, capacity building, and knowledge sharing. The partnership provides a framework for cooperative activities in areas of mutual interest based on MoSPI's priorities.

The Prime Minister of India met Mrs. Akie Abe, wife of the late former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, in New Delhi. During the meeting, the Prime Minister expressed appreciation for her enduring association with India and remembered Shinzo Abe as a visionary leader who helped elevate India-Japan bilateral relations. The Prime Minister also noted the inauguration of the Abe Memorial Corridor at the Rudraksh Convention Centre in Varanasi as a tribute to the late leader's contributions to India-Japan friendship.

A delegation from the Seychelles National Youth Council concluded a three-day visit to Nagpur, marking a milestone in youth diplomacy between India and Seychelles. Hosted by the National Cadet Corps (NCC), the visit aimed to help the delegation understand India's NCC youth development model and explore possibilities of adopting similar frameworks in Seychelles. The delegates visited various NCC establishments including the NCC Group Headquarters, 1 Maharashtra R&V Squadron, 2 Maharashtra Air Squadron NCC, and 4 Maharashtra Naval Unit NCC at Futala Lake. Activities included observing equestrian training, modern drone operations, maritime training, and interacting with NCC cadets and officers.

Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. L. Murugan, addressed students in Noida, calling on the youth to drive India's vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047. Highlighting initiatives such as the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) initiative, the Minister emphasized connecting education with skills, technology, research, and entrepreneurship. He noted that India added approximately 17.1 crore jobs between 2014-15 and 2023-24 based on RBI-KLEMS data. Furthermore, he encouraged youth to explore emerging technology and creative sectors—including artificial intelligence, gaming, animation, and digital content—while upholding fundamental constitutional duties and scientific temper.

The Department of Biotechnology has launched Special Campaign 6, running from 2nd to 31st October 2026 under the aegis of the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DAR&PG). The campaign focuses on e-waste management, reducing pendency, record management, and cleanliness to improve workplace experiences across its autonomous institutions, PSUs, and scientific cadre units. During the preparatory phase, targets included reviewing 18,741 e-files and 7,773 physical files, clearing 156 sites to create 46,486 square feet of usable space, and generating revenue from e-waste and scrap disposal. Associated initiatives included Swachh Bharat Diwas activities, 'Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath' shramdaan, tree plantation under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam', 'Kabbad Se Kala' waste-to-art displays, and SafaiMitra Suraksha Evam Samman Shivirs for sanitation workers.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of a media report regarding a Government Primary School in Kiratpur, Darbhanga district, Bihar, where the roof has been temporarily supported by wooden benches, desks, and bricks following the collapse of its main pillar three to four months prior. The report highlights potential risks to the safety and security of approximately 191 students and school staff while noting that the administration appears unaware of the situation. Consequently, the NHRC issued a notice to the Darbhanga District Magistrate, demanding a detailed report within two weeks.

The Prime Minister shared an article written by Anirudh Sharma and Tanveer Ahmed, the founders of the global space intelligence and defence company Digantara. The article focuses on India's rapid progression toward self-reliance in the space sector. It details how the country is developing new technologies, building capabilities independently in domains that previously relied on foreign nations, and strengthening its global presence and standing in space capabilities.

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment highlighted the case of a 34-year-old self-employed professional in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, who overcame substance dependence through support from Concern, a Drug De-Addiction Centre (DDAC). The intervention comprised regular counselling, medical treatment, spirituality-based support, structured follow-up sessions, and participation in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings. Through this sustained rehabilitation support, the individual managed to overcome relapse, restart his company, regain financial stability, and support his family while maintaining his recovery journey.

General NS Raja Subramani, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), marked the 94th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF) by highlighting the service's role in operational excellence and national security. The CDS emphasized this year’s theme, 'Indian Airforce: Infallible, Impervious and Precise,' noting the IAF's transition toward 'Jointness, Aatmanirbharta and Innovation' (JAI). The address underscored the IAF's versatility, citing its dual capacity for air combat and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations. Furthermore, the CDS acknowledged the IAF's ongoing efforts to integrate indigenous platforms and advanced technologies, alongside its active participation in multinational engagements like Exercise Tarang Shakti, aimed at enhancing interoperability and strategic partnerships.

Tata Memorial Centre, ACTREC, organised an Organ Donation Awareness Session on 6th October, 2026, under the ‘Jug Jug Jiyo Abhiyan’. Conducted in coordination with the Regional Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (ROTTO-SOTTO), Western Region, KEM Hospital, Mumbai, the programme aimed to raise awareness among staff, patients, and relatives about the importance of organ and tissue donation. The session, addressed by Dr. Manisha Jadhav, covered the donation process, common misconceptions, consent aspects, and legal and regulatory provisions governing organ donation and transplantation in India, followed by an interactive Q&A session.

The Department of Defence Production under the Ministry of Defence has initiated the implementation phase of Special Campaign 6.0, running from October 2 to October 31, 2026. The campaign focuses on cleanliness (Swachhata), reducing pendency in offices, and prioritizing the collection, segregation, and disposal of e-waste. Covering field, outstation, attached, and subordinate offices, as well as autonomous bodies and Public Sector Undertakings, the campaign follows a preparatory phase conducted between September 15 and September 30, 2026. The department previously achieved outcomes during Special Campaign 5.0, including freeing 17.42 lakh square feet of space, earning ₹15.62 crore through scrap disposal, weeding out 27,500 physical files, and closing 1,890 electronic files.

An Indian Parliamentary Delegation led by Shri Harivansh, Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, participated in the 153rd Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly held in Arusha, Tanzania. Members of the delegation took part in various debates, workshops, standing committees, and panel discussions focusing on themes such as good governance, mental health, sustainable development, science and technology, international humanitarian law, maritime security, and climate resilience. The delegation also held bilateral discussions, including a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of Russia, and supported the adoption of an emergency item concerning climate-related disasters in the Himalayan and other vulnerable regions.

The National Institute of Naturopathy (NIN) in Pune, an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of AYUSH, is inviting applications for its Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) degree program for the academic session 2026–27. Held at the Nisarg Gram campus, this 5.5-year full-time residential professional program features 4.5 years of academic and clinical training alongside a one-year Compulsory Rotatory Residential Internship, offering 100 seats. It is the first Central Government institution to offer the BNYS program affiliated with a Central University, Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University, New Delhi. Admission eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, with preference given to NEET-UG 2026 candidates.

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released the findings of an Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted in August 2026 across Fazilka city and adjoining areas in the Punjab License Service Area (LSA). The evaluation assessed real-time voice and data mobile network quality parameters—including coverage gaps, call drop rates, call setup success rates, packet loss, and data download and upload throughput—provided by various Telecom Service Providers (TSPs). The initiative aims to inform consumers and encourage TSPs to improve service quality.

The National Institute of Social Defence (NISD), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, is organizing a five-day Geriatric Care Training Programme in Diu District in collaboration with the Office of the Collector, Diu. The programme aims to build the capacity of around 50 Anganwadi workers, frontline functionaries, and grassroots-level workers in basic geriatric care, early identification of care needs, and referral support. It covers physical, psychological, and social dimensions of ageing, daily living assistance, safety, and awareness of government schemes for senior citizens to strengthen community-based support systems.