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Tue, 08 Oct 2024
MNRE notifies guidelines for ₹500 crore 'Innovative Projects' component of PM-Surya Ghar
On 8 October 2024, in India, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy notified Scheme Guidelines for the ₹500 crore 'Innovative Projects' component of PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
Nitin Gadkari launches 'Humsafar Policy' for wayside amenities on National Highways
On 8 October 2024, in New Delhi, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the 'Humsafar Policy' for onboarding service providers of wayside amenities along National Highways.
Atal Pension Yojana gross enrolments cross 7 crore
On 8 October 2024, in India, the Finance Ministry said gross enrolments under the Atal Pension Yojana have crossed 7 crore, with over 56 lakh in FY 2024-25.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan launches Awas Sakhi app under PMAY at Bhairunda, MP; kuccha-house survey begins
On 8 October 2024, at Bhairunda, Madhya Pradesh, Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the Awas Sakhi mobile app under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and inaugurated 100 Community Managed Training Centres in 18 states.
IAF marks 92nd anniversary at Air Force Station Tambaram, Chennai
On 8 October 2024, at Air Force Station Tambaram in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the Indian Air Force celebrated its 92nd anniversary with a ceremonial parade reviewed by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.
GRSE delivers Nirdeshak, second Survey Vessel (Large), to the Indian Navy
On 8 October 2024, Nirdeshak (Yard 3026), the second of four Survey Vessel (Large) ships built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, Kolkata, was delivered to the Indian Navy.
Vayu Veer Vijeta car rally from Thoise to Tawang flagged off
On 8 October 2024, at Thoise in Ladakh, MoS Harsh Malhotra formally flagged off the 'Vayu Veer Vijeta' car rally to Tawang, marking the IAF's 92nd anniversary and 25 years of the Kargil victory.
Rajnath Singh and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius discuss defence industrial collaboration
On 8 October 2024, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh held a telephonic conversation with German Federal Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius on strengthening defence industrial collaboration and supply chain resilience.
Three advocates appointed Judges of the Gujarat High Court
On 8 October 2024, in India, the President, after consulting the Chief Justice of India, appointed three advocates as Judges of the Gujarat High Court under Article 217(1).
Mon, 07 Oct 2024
Muizzu's state visit: India and Maldives adopt Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership vision
On 7 October 2024, in India, PM Narendra Modi and Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu adopted a vision for a Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership and launched RuPay card in Maldives during Muizzu's 6-10 October state visit.
Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2024 to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for discovery of microRNA
On 7 October 2024, the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for the discovery of microRNA.
Darjeeling zoo's red panda programme a finalist for 2024 WAZA Conservation Award
On 7 October 2024, the Environment Ministry said the Red Panda Conservation Breeding and Augmentation Programme of Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling, West Bengal, is among the top three finalists for a 2024 WAZA award.
Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana support for TB patients doubled to Rs 1,000 a month
On 7 October 2024, in India, Union Health Minister J P Nadda announced that nutrition support under Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana has been raised from Rs 500 to Rs 1,000 per month per TB patient.
12th India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments meets in Mumbai
On 7 October 2024, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, the 12th meeting of the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments was co-chaired by Piyush Goyal and Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan of ADIA.
Amit Shah reviews Left Wing Extremism with CMs; target to end Naxalism by 2026
On 7 October 2024, in New Delhi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a review meeting on Left Wing Extremism and said Naxalism will be completely eliminated by 2026.
CBDT forms internal committee to comprehensively review Income-tax Act, 1961
On 7 October 2024, in India, the Finance Ministry said the CBDT has formed an internal committee for a comprehensive review of the Income-tax Act, 1961, and invited public suggestions on the e-filing portal.
DefConnect 4.0: Rajnath Singh launches ADITI 2.0 challenges and DISC 12
On 7 October 2024, at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh launched ADITI 2.0 challenges and the 12th Defence India Start-up Challenges (DISC 12) during DefConnect 4.0.
NSDC signs MoU with BMC for skill centre in Kandivali, Mumbai
On 7 October 2024, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, the National Skill Development Corporation signed an MoU with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation for a skill centre in Kandivali, in the presence of Piyush Goyal.
SECL plants over 1.46 lakh saplings under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'
On 7 October 2024, the Coal Ministry said South Eastern Coalfields Limited, the Chhattisgarh-based Coal India subsidiary, has planted 1,46,675 saplings in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign.
Textiles Ministry celebrates World Cotton Day 2024; MoUs to promote Kasturi Cotton brand
On 7 October 2024, in India, Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh attended the Ministry's World Cotton Day 2024 celebration, where industry signed MoUs to promote the Indian Kasturi Cotton brand.
Abu Dhabi Investment Authority commences operations in GIFT City
On 7 October 2024, the Commerce Ministry said the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, the UAE's largest sovereign wealth fund, has commenced its India operations with an office in GIFT City, Gujarat.
Sun, 06 Oct 2024
Rs 1,000 crore earmarked for venture fund for space start-ups: Jitendra Singh
On 6 October 2024, in India, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said Rs 1,000 crore has been earmarked for a Venture Fund for space start-ups, and that the sector now has over 200 start-ups.
India beat Bangladesh by seven wickets in first T20I at Gwalior
On 6 October 2024, at the newly built Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India beat Bangladesh by seven wickets in the first T20I.
IAF air show at Marina Beach, Chennai, ahead of 92nd anniversary
On 6 October 2024, at Marina Beach in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the Indian Air Force held an air show for its 92nd anniversary with Chief Minister MK Stalin as chief guest.
Women's T20 World Cup: India beat Pakistan by six wickets in Dubai
On 6 October 2024, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, UAE, India beat Pakistan by six wickets in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup for their first win of the tournament.
SAI signs MoU with Maharashtra for National Centre of Sports Excellence in Kandivali, Mumbai
On 6 October 2024, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, the Sports Authority of India's MoU with the Maharashtra Government for a National Centre of Sports Excellence on 37 acres in Kandivali was announced, signed in the presence of Piyush Goyal.
World Cerebral Palsy Day 2024: theme '#UniquelyCP'
On 6 October 2024, in India, World Cerebral Palsy Day was marked with the theme '#UniquelyCP', with the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities leading nationwide awareness campaigns.
Navy's First Training Squadron at Muscat; FOCINC South begins Oman visit
On 6 October 2024, Vice Admiral V Srinivas, FOCINC Southern Naval Command, began an official visit to Oman (6-9 October), coinciding with the First Training Squadron's port call at Muscat.
Satish Chandra Dubey felicitates winners of CMPDI's coal gasification hackathon in Ranchi
On 6 October 2024, the Coal Ministry said MoS Satish Chandra Dubey felicitated winners of the 'Coal Gasification' hackathon organised by CMPDI during his visit to CMPDI, Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Vice-President felicitates Dr Karan Singh on 75 years in public life
On 6 October 2024, in India, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar addressed a ceremony felicitating Dr Karan Singh on completing 75 years in public life.