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Sat, 19 Oct 2024
CIC reports 100% RTI disposal rate in first six months of the financial year
On 19 October 2024, in India, Chief Information Commissioner Heeralal Samariya told Minister Dr Jitendra Singh that the Central Information Commission achieved a 100% disposal rate of RTIs in the first six months of the current financial year.
Dharmendra Pradhan to visit Singapore and Australia (20-26 October) to strengthen education ties
On 19 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Education announced that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan would visit Singapore and Australia from 20 to 26 October 2024 to strengthen education cooperation.
20 Indian school students to take part in Sakura Programme 2024 in Japan
On 19 October 2024, in India, the Department of School Education & Literacy said it is sending 20 school students and 2 supervisors to Japan for the Sakura Programme 2024 (20-26 October), along with 5 other countries.
Fri, 18 Oct 2024
President Murmu holds talks with Malawi President Chakwera in Lilongwe; MoUs signed
On 18 October 2024, in Lilongwe, Malawi, President Droupadi Murmu held talks with Malawi's President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera and witnessed the signing of MoUs on arts and culture, youth matters, sports and pharmaceutical cooperation.
Three green hydrogen pilot projects in steel sanctioned under National Green Hydrogen Mission
On 18 October 2024, in India, the Government said the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy had sanctioned three pilot projects for using hydrogen in steel production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Department of Legal Affairs invites comments on draft Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill, 2024
On 18 October 2024, in India, the Department of Legal Affairs invited public comments on the draft Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aimed at boosting institutional arbitration and reducing court intervention.
DAY-NRLM signs MoUs with ten banks for individual financing of women entrepreneurs
On 18 October 2024, in India, the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM) signed MoUs with nine public sector banks and one private bank to finance individual women entrepreneurs.
Civil Aviation Ministry unveils 'Aviation Park' showcasing India's aviation heritage
On 18 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Civil Aviation under Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu unveiled an 'Aviation Park' within the Ministry's premises showcasing the evolution of India's aviation.
Thu, 17 Oct 2024
Indian Railways cuts Advance Reservation Period from 120 days to 60 days from 1 November 2024
On 17 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Railways announced that the Advance Reservation Period for train tickets will be cut from 120 days to 60 days (excluding the date of journey) with effect from 1 November 2024.
CJI D.Y. Chandrachud recommends Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor
On 17 October 2024, in New Delhi, it was reported that Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud had written to the Union Law Ministry recommending Justice Sanjiv Khanna as the 51st Chief Justice of India.
149th IPU Assembly concludes in Geneva; Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led Indian delegation
On 17 October 2024, in Geneva, the 149th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (13-17 October) concluded; Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led the Indian Parliamentary Delegation.
CBDT issues revised guidelines for compounding of offences under the Income-tax Act
On 17 October 2024, in India, the Central Board of Direct Taxes issued revised guidelines for compounding of offences under the Income-tax Act, 1961, simplifying the procedure and lowering compounding charges.
Wed, 16 Oct 2024
EAM Jaishankar represents India at 23rd SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad
On 16 October 2024, in Islamabad, Pakistan, External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar delivered India's National Statement at the 23rd Meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government.
Cabinet raises MSP for Rabi crops for Marketing Season 2025-26; wheat at ₹2,425 per quintal
On 16 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved higher Minimum Support Prices for all mandated Rabi crops for Marketing Season 2025-26.
President Murmu makes first-ever visit by an Indian President to Mauritania; four MoUs signed
On 16 October 2024, in Mauritania, President Droupadi Murmu held talks with President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, in the first visit by an Indian President to the country; four MoUs were signed.
India's total exports for April-September 2024 estimated at USD 393.22 billion
On 16 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry estimated India's total exports (merchandise and services) for April-September 2024 at USD 393.22 billion, up 4.86%.
Cabinet approves 3% additional DA and DR instalment for Central Government employees and pensioners
On 16 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Union Cabinet approved an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief of 3% over the existing 50% of basic pay/pension, with effect from 1 July 2024.
Samarth textile skilling scheme extended till March 2026 with ₹495 crore
On 16 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of Textiles said the Samarth scheme (Scheme for Capacity Building in Textiles Sector) has been extended for two years till March 2026 with ₹495 crore to train 3 lakh persons.
INS Shardul concludes Dubai port call; holds Maritime Partnership Exercise with UAE Navy
On 16 October 2024, at Port Rashid, Dubai (UAE), INS Shardul concluded its visit as part of a long range training deployment and held a Maritime Partnership Exercise with UAE Naval ship Al Quwaisat on departure.
Indian Navy's First Training Squadron completes Manama visit; MPX with Royal Bahrain Navy
On 16 October 2024, in Manama, Bahrain, the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron - INS Tir and ICGS Veera - completed its long range training deployment visit, ending with an MPX with RBNS Al Farooq.
Tue, 15 Oct 2024
ECI announces Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly election schedule, and bye-elections to 48 Assembly and 2 Lok Sabha seats
On 15 October 2024, in New Delhi, the Election Commission of India announced the schedule for the Maharashtra (single phase, 20 November) and Jharkhand (two phases, 13 and 20 November) Assembly elections, along with bye-elections to 48 Assembly and 2 Parliamentary constituencies.
District Master Plan under PM GatiShakti launched for 27 aspirational districts
On 15 October 2024, in New Delhi, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launched the district version of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan for 27 aspirational districts, marking three years of PM GatiShakti.
CCPA issues guidelines to prevent greenwashing and misleading environmental claims
On 15 October 2024, in India, the Central Consumer Protection Authority issued the 'Guidelines for Prevention and Regulation of Greenwashing or Misleading Environmental Claims, 2024'.
DG Paramesh Sivamani takes over as 26th Director General of Indian Coast Guard
On 15 October 2024, in India, DG Paramesh Sivamani took over as the 26th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard.
Algerian university confers honorary doctorate in Political Science on President Murmu
On 15 October 2024, at Sidi Abdellah, Algeria, the Scientific and Technological Hub, Martyr Ihaddaden Abdelhafid University conferred an honorary doctorate in Political Science on President Droupadi Murmu.
CBDT issues FAQs on Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024
On 15 October 2024, in India, the Central Board of Direct Taxes issued a Guidance Note in the form of FAQs on the Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024.
Mon, 14 Oct 2024
India expels six Canadian diplomats and decides to withdraw its High Commissioner from Canada
On 14 October 2024, in New Delhi, the MEA announced the expulsion of six Canadian diplomats, including Acting High Commissioner Stewart Ross Wheeler, and India's decision to withdraw its High Commissioner, Sanjay Kumar Verma, and other targeted officials.
President Droupadi Murmu holds talks with Algerian President Tebboune in Algiers; first visit by an Indian President to Algeria
On 14 October 2024, in Algiers, President Droupadi Murmu met Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune at El Mouradia Palace, on the first visit by an Indian President to Algeria.
CPI retail inflation at 5.49% in September 2024; food inflation 9.24%
On 14 October 2024, in India, MoSPI released CPI data: all-India year-on-year inflation of 5.49% for September 2024.
NPPA raises ceiling prices of 11 formulations of 8 essential drugs by 50% to ensure availability
On 14 October 2024, in India, the NPPA announced a 50% increase in ceiling prices of 11 scheduled formulations of 8 drugs, invoking extraordinary powers under Para 19 of DPCO, 2013.