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Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, will chair the 17th Pension Adalat at IIPA, New Delhi, on 05.10.2026. Organized by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW), this edition is thematic and will take up 897 long-pending grievances of super-senior pensioners and family pensioners across 24 Ministries/Departments filed on the CPENGRAMS Portal. Introduced in 2017 as an alternative resolution mechanism based on a Whole-of-Government approach, previous editions have achieved a 71.79% success rate by resolving 20,676 out of 28,797 grievances. The event features a hybrid participation mode, along with the release of 16th Pension Adalat success story flyers and an FAQ booklet for family pensioners.

Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the 58th Foundation Day celebrations of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. He emphasized that good corporate governance acts as an invisible infrastructure sustaining investor confidence, and termed Company Secretaries as guardians of governance and the nucleus of India Inc.'s trust architecture. He also highlighted the role of institutions like ICSI, ICAI, and ICMAI in achieving Viksit Bharat @2047. During the event, he launched the MSME Compliance Calendar 2027, noted ICSI's initiatives for MSMEs and start-ups, and acknowledged contributions to the National Defence Fund and Armed Forces Flag Day Fund.

Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan addressed the Mahaparva Kshamapana Ceremony – 2026 in New Delhi, organised by the Bhagwan Mahavir Memorial Committee and Jain Mahasabha Delhi. Highlighting timeless Jain principles, he stated that Kshamapana represents inner transformation, choosing reform over revenge, and dialogue over hatred. He emphasized that Ahimsa entails the absence of violence in thought, word, and deed, and noted Jainism's historical ties with Tamil literature and culture. Furthermore, the Vice-President connected the philosophy of friendship towards all living beings to the national ethos of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and outlined that the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047 requires societal values, trust, character, and compassion alongside economic and technological development. During the event, he presented the Jain Samaj Ratna Award to Shri K. C. Jain.

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through MY Bharat and partner organisations, organised a nationwide "Walk for Nasha Mukt Yuva" event on October 4, 2026. Held across more than 150 locations, the initiative saw participation from over one lakh youth and citizens as part of the "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat" Abhiyan. The programme aimed to spread awareness regarding the dangers of substance abuse and promote addiction-free lifestyles through 3–5 km walks, Nukkad Nataks, slogan writing, heritage walks, and the administration of the Nasha Mukt Yuva Pledge. Public representatives, including Lieutenant Governors, Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament, and Members of Legislative Assemblies, also participated in the nationwide campaign.

The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi concluded the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) Campaign 2026, which ran from September 17 to October 2, 2026, under the theme 'Swachhata Mein Sabhag, Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat'. Organised by the Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga, the fortnight-long campaign included a campus-wide cleanliness drive, administration of a Swachhata pledge, felicitation of Safai Mitras, and an 'Ek Pedh Maa Ke Naam' plantation drive. Awareness programmes were conducted for patients and attendants on waste segregation, composting, the 3Rs, and avoiding single-use plastics. AIIA will continue its cleanliness efforts through Special Campaign 6.0 until October 31, 2026, focusing on e-waste management.

The Prime Minister paid homage to the revolutionary and freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma on his birth anniversary. In a message, the Prime Minister noted that Shyamji Krishna Varma dedicated his life to breaking the shackles of subjugation and commended his valor and dedication in safeguarding the pride of the motherland.

The Prime Minister congratulated Aditi Ashok, Pranavi Sharath Urs, and Diksha Dagar for winning the Silver medal in the Women’s Team Golf event at the Asian Games 2026. He noted that their success reflects their determination and passion for the sport and wished them continued success in the future.

The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, congratulated athlete Antim Panghal for winning a silver medal in the Women’s 53 kg Freestyle Wrestling event at the Asian Games. The Prime Minister characterized her achievement as exemplary, commended her performance, and expressed his wishes for her continued success in future endeavors to bring further recognition to the country and serve as motivation for other athletes.

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh hosted a luncheon interaction at his New Delhi residence for a group of Delhi-based medical alumni from Jammu, many of whom are former students from Government Medical College, Jammu, where he previously served as a Professor of Medicine and Diabetes. The gathering brought together medical professionals working in various specialties and senior positions across hospitals and healthcare institutions in Delhi-NCR and neighboring regions.

The Prime Minister of India has issued a commendation to the Indian contingent for their participation and performance at the Asian Games 2026. The Prime Minister extended his congratulations to the medal winners for their contributions and expressed an expectation that the event will serve to inspire future sporting achievements and facilitate the strengthening of sports initiatives at the grassroots level.

QNu Labs, in collaboration with the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) and IIT Gandhinagar, successfully demonstrated India's first 5.56 km free-space Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) link. Conducted between BISAG-N and IIT Gandhinagar, the field trial achieved a stable Quantum Bit Error Rate below 5% and generated secure keys integrated with BISAG-N's Vedic Kavach platform. The architecture combined QNu Labs' Armos hardware-based QKD device with Vedic Kavach's software-based post-quantum cryptography, aiming to strengthen resilience against quantum-era security threats and advance India's secure communication infrastructure.

Union Environment Minister and the Chief Minister of Rajasthan initiated the process for the release of captive-bred Great Indian Bustards (GIB) into the wild from a soft-release facility at the Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, following a decade of conservation efforts. The GIB Conservation Breeding Centre facilities at Ramdevra and Sam currently house 97 birds, with a newly developed Rewilding Aviary inaugurated during the visit. The Bustard Recovery Programme is a collaborative effort involving the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the Rajasthan Forest Department, and the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), with technical collaboration from the International Fund for Houbara Conservation and funding support from National CAMPA. The recovery initiatives also include novel scientific approaches such as the 'jumpstart' program and habitat restoration through fenced grassland enclosures.

The Press Information Bureau backgrounder highlights one year of progress under the PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs) scheme, launched on October 4, 2025. The scheme features a total outlay of ₹60,000 crore, shared between the Centre, States, and industry, to upgrade Government Industrial Training Institutes through a Hub-and-Spoke model and augment National Skill Training Institutes. In its first year, 850 ITIs have been identified and 14 Strategic Investment Plans worth ₹3,446 crore have been approved across multiple States and UTs. The initiative incorporates industry-led governance via Special Purpose Vehicles, introduces 32 new-age courses for emerging technologies under the Craftsmen Training Scheme, and establishes international partnerships for advanced skilling.

The Union Home Minister of India congratulated law enforcement agencies for the deportation of narco-trafficking kingpin Navpreet Singh from Türkiye. Operating under the fake identity of Navab Virk and holding Turkish citizenship, he allegedly smuggled heroin and methamphetamine from Afghanistan to India. The government reports that a total of 288 fugitives have been brought back from 36 countries between 2019 and August 2026. The release highlights strategic measures against fugitives and narco-cartels, including legislative changes such as the NIA and UAPA amendments of 2019, the launch of the BHARATPOL platform in January 2025 for improved information sharing, stricter enforcement of the PMLA resulting in asset attachments, and the issuance of Red Corner Notices.

Speaking at the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave, Shri Rajiv Gauba, Member, NITI Aayog, highlighted the need for a shift to light-touch, risk-proportionate regulation to support innovation, competition, and investment amid rapid technological and geopolitical changes. He noted that modern business models cross traditional sectors, requiring cohesive regulatory oversight rather than fragmented frameworks. Emphasizing that national competitiveness depends on regulatory clarity, consistency, and predictability, he called for calibrated interventions, institutional accountability, enhanced state regulatory capacity, and inter-regulator coordination. He linked this approach to India's Viksit Bharat 2047 growth goals and the governance philosophy of Trust Based Governance (Jan Vishwas).

NABKISAN Finance Limited, a subsidiary of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), has listed India's first Social Bond dedicated exclusively to the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Mumbai. The bond issuance raised ₹180 crore after being oversubscribed 1.8 times. It is a five-year bond carrying an 8.10% coupon rate, maturing in September 2031, and holds CRISIL AAA (Stable) and CARE AAA (Stable) credit ratings. The proceeds will be deployed to expand safe water, sanitation, and hygiene access in rural and underserved communities. Water.org acted as the Technical Advisor and Knowledge Partner for the transaction.

The Vice-President of India delivered the inaugural address at the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave in New Delhi, held under the theme "Resilience in an Age of Flux." He emphasized that economic resilience is inextricably linked with social resilience and inclusion. Highlighting India's development model, the Vice-President noted that democracy and development can advance together through consensus-building and public debate. He cited key financial and economic indicators, including over 590 million Jan Dhan accounts as of August 2026, a rise in GST registrations to 16.5 million by May 2026, the JAM trinity, and Direct Benefit Transfer. Furthermore, he noted the role of over 9.2 million Self-Help Groups, more than 34.6 million Lakhpati Didis, and the movement of over 250 million Indians out of extreme poverty towards the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

An Indian Parliamentary Delegation, led by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Shri Harivansh, has departed for Arusha, Tanzania, to attend the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and related meetings from 5 to 9 October 2026. The assembly's theme focuses on enhancing good governance and empowering communities through inclusivity, trust, and opportunities for all. The delegation consists of members from both houses of Parliament who will engage in discussions on diverse global issues, including democracy, human rights, sustainable development, counter-terrorism, artificial intelligence, climate change, and international security.

Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish concluded their participation in the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME 2026), held in the Philippines under the theme 'Anchored in Trust, United at Sea'. The exercise included both Harbour and Sea Phases, featuring professional interactions, subject matter expert exchanges, a table-top exercise, operational synchronisation, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief drills, visit-board-search-seizure exercises, and helicopter operations. According to the Ministry of Defence, the exercise aimed to enhance coordination, interoperability, and maritime partnerships, aligning with India's Act East Policy and the vision of MAHASAGAR.

The Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education has approved the establishment of five Centres of Excellence (CoEs) for studies in Classical Assamese, Classical Bengali, Classical Marathi, Classical Pali, and Classical Prakrit. These Centres will be hosted at Tezpur University (Assam), Visva-Bharati University (West Bengal), Deccan College Post-Graduate and Research Institute (Maharashtra), Central University of Odisha, and Central University of Gujarat respectively. The initiative aims to provide institutional support for advanced academic research, preservation, digitisation of linguistic and literary heritage, and the wider dissemination of knowledge regarding these classical languages across multiple states.