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October 2026 Monthly Current Affairs Hub
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PM Vishwakarma completes three years with 30 lakh artisans registered under the scheme
The Ministry of MSME celebrated the 3rd anniversary of the PM Vishwakarma scheme in Kolkata, West Bengal, marking three years of empowering traditional artisans and craftspeople. The event highlighted key milestones including 30 lakh registered beneficiaries, basic skill training for 24.50 lakh individuals, and the recent onboarding of West Bengal for scheme implementation. Dignitaries distributed PM Vishwakarma IDs, toolkits, and loans to beneficiaries during the event.
Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine Knowledge, Genetic Resources and Intellectual Property Rights Begins in Goa
The Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine Knowledge, Genetic Resources and Intellectual Property Rights commenced in Goa, organized by the Ministry of Ayush. The two-day conference brings together experts and representatives from BIMSTEC member countries to discuss traditional medicine, intellectual property rights, and regional cooperation. Discussions cover documentation, benefit-sharing, AI, and initiatives related to WIPO and WHO.
BHASHINI, Current AI and Kalpa Impact Conclude VYOMA Innovation Challenge, Showcase Open-Source AI Solutions for India
The Digital India BHASHINI Division, in collaboration with Current AI and Kalpa Impact, hosted the finale of the VYOMA Innovation Challenge at IIIT-Delhi to showcase open-source AI solutions built on the Suno Sutra reference design. Ten finalist teams demonstrated prototypes addressing sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and legal services, with four teams ultimately recognized as winners. The initiative aims to advance open, multilingual, and offline-capable Edge AI for diverse Indian contexts.
Inaugural PDUNASS–GNLU Executive Program on Labour Law and Social Security Compliance Concludes at Gandhinagar
The inaugural Executive Development Program on Labour Law and Social Security Compliance, jointly developed by GNLU and PDUNASS, concluded on 12 September 2026 in Gandhinagar. The three-month hybrid programme trained 60 industry practitioners to bridge the gap between classroom theory and practical enterprise compliance. Admissions for the second batch will open shortly following strong nationwide response.
Government Reconstitutes Central Board of Film Certification with 18 Members
The Government of India has reconstituted the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with 18 members for a period of three years or until further orders. The notification was issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on 16 September 2026 under the Cinematograph Act, 1952 and Cinematograph Rules, 2024.
Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation Begins Preparations for Special Campaign 6.0
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation has started preparations for Special Campaign 6.0, scheduled from October 2 to October 31, 2026. The campaign focuses on cleanliness, space management, pendency reduction, and a special emphasis on scientific e-waste management in government offices.
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to actively participate for the Special Campaign 6 from 2nd October, 2026 to 31st October, 2026.
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs will participate in Special Campaign 6 from October 2 to October 31, 2026, alongside its offices and PSUs. The campaign focuses on institutionalising Swachhata, reducing pendency, and emphasizing the disposal of e-waste. It will be conducted in a preparatory phase from September 15 to 30, 2026, and an implementation phase from October 2 to 31, 2026.
On PM Modi’s Directions, Shivraj Singh Chouhan Reaches Bihar to Assess Flood Damage and Crop Loss
Union Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan visited flood-affected areas in Bihar on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's directions to assess crop loss and damage. Accompanied by Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary and central officials, he reviewed the situation in Hajipur, Vaishali, Munger, and Bhagalpur. Chouhan assured affected families that the Central Government will provide full financial and infrastructure support to help Bihar overcome the crisis.
Ministry of Coal to Launch 16th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions
The Ministry of Coal is launching the 16th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions on September 17, 2026, in New Delhi, with Minister of State Shri Satish Chandra Dubey as Chief Guest. The commercial mining initiative, launched in 2020, has previously auctioned 147 mines across fifteen rounds, bringing in 44 new companies. This upcoming round will offer fully and partially explored coal blocks under liberal terms to boost domestic production and employment.
PM to inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 on 17 September in New Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi on 17 September 2026. The three-day event runs until 19 September 2026 under the theme 'Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem'. It features global and Indian stakeholders across the semiconductor and electronics value chain to boost collaboration, investment, innovation, and talent development.
Nation gears up for Swachhata Hi Seva 2026
Union Ministers addressed a curtain-raiser media interaction in New Delhi for the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2026 campaign, which begins on 17th September. The campaign aims to promote voluntarism and collective cleanliness action under the theme 'Swachhata Mein Sahbhag; Swachh Bharat, Viksit Bharat'. Jointly organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, SHS 2026 features nationwide activities including shramdaan, public place cleaning, and welfare camps for sanitation workers.
Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying gear up to participate in Special Campaign 6
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) participated in Special Campaign 5.0 to improve cleanliness and reduce pending matters based on DARPG guidelines. Following year-round continuation, the Department is now gearing up for the Preparatory Phase of Special Campaign 6.
Prime Minister congratulates Anant Nag Ji on being conferred Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated veteran actor Anant Nag Ji for being awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024. The Government of India announced the award based on the Selection Committee's recommendation, recognizing his decades-long contribution and illustrious cinematic journey in Indian and Kannada cinema. The award will be presented at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony on September 22, 2026, in Kevadia, Gujarat.
Department of Health & Family Welfare to launch Special Campaign 6 from 2nd to 31st October 2026 to promote Swachhata and minimize pendency in Government offices
The Department of Health and Family Welfare is launching Special Campaign 6 from October 2 to October 31, 2026, following ongoing cleanliness and pendency reduction efforts since 2021. Between November 2025 and August 2026, the department disposed of tens of thousands of public grievances, weeded out 27,531 files, conducted 659 cleanliness campaigns, and freed up 24,299 square feet of space while generating revenue from scrap.
Actor Anant Nag to be honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2024 for his contribution to Indian Cinema and an illustrious cinematic journey
Veteran actor Shri Anant Nag will be conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2024 by the Government of India. The award recognizes his illustrious cinematic journey spanning over five decades and his contribution to Indian cinema. The presentation will take place at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Kevadia, Gujarat.
Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launches 8th Edition of PM Mementos e-Auction
Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched the 8th Edition of the PM Mementos e-Auction in New Delhi, offering 1,498 unique mementos presented to the Prime Minister. The auction commences on 17th September 2026 via www.pmmementos.gov.in, with proceeds going towards the Namami Gange Programme. The collection features diverse cultural artefacts from across India, including 50 identified Hero Objects.
National Webinar on Solid and e-Waste Management organised by the Department of School Education & Literacy
The Department of School Education and Literacy organized a National Webinar on Solid and e-Waste Management in New Delhi as a lead-up to Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 and Special Campaign 6.0. Over 2.6 lakh students, teachers, and community members participated in the event. Officials discussed NEP 2020, Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, and announced a student quiz competition.
43rd Indian Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference set to commence in New Delhi on September 17
The 43rd Indian Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference is scheduled to be held in New Delhi from September 17 to 19, 2026. Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth will address the senior leadership on the opening day. The conference brings together senior commanders to discuss maritime security, operational readiness, capability enhancement, and indigenisation.
Empowering CPSEs for Global and Domestic Debt Markets: DPE Holds Interactive Workshop with Leading Credit Rating Agencies
The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), in collaboration with SCOPE, organized an interactive workshop in New Delhi for Maharatna and Navratna CPSEs with credit rating agencies. The event focused on credit rating processes, rating methodologies, risk pricing, and debt-market dynamics to empower CPSEs in global and domestic debt markets. Over 80 senior finance executives from CPSEs attended the workshop.
COAS GENERAL DHIRAJ SETH EMBARKS ON AN OFFICIAL VISIT TO RUSSIA
Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth is on an official visit to Russia from 16 to 18 September 2026 to strengthen defence ties. He will meet Russian military and defence ministry officials, visit the National Defence Control Centre, and tour the Mikhailovskaya Military Artillery Academy in Saint Petersburg. The visit aims to enhance military-to-military cooperation and exchange perspectives on contemporary military developments.