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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - September 2016

Sep 2016

Nov 12, 2025

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Inaugurates the 'Watershed Mahotsav' in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

Union Minister for Rural Development, and Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the 'Watershed Mahotsav' in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, on November 11, 2025. The event was organised as part of the National Watershed Conference, held from November 10–11, 2025, by the Department of Land Resources (DoLR) under the Ministry of Rural Development, in collaboration with the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Shri Chouhan will arrive in Guntur to formally launch the Mahotsav on the second day of the conference.

S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, Inaugurates 'Cyber Bharat Setu' in Tripura

The Directorate of Information Technology (DIT), Government of Tripura, in collaboration with the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, organised the National Cybersecurity Exercise titled 'Cyber Bharat Setu: Bridging States, Securing Bharat'.
The two-day workshop, from November 11 to and 12, 2025 at Pragna Bhavan, Agartala, aims to strengthen cyber awareness, readiness, and response capabilities of the State.
The workshop focuses on strengthening cyber resilience through expert-led training, hands-on drills and simulated scenario-based exercises. The event was inaugurated by S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, Government of India.

Nov 11, 2025

LS Speaker Birla to Inaugurates CPA India Conference of Northeastern States

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the 22nd Annual Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region Zone-III in Kohima, Nagaland, in November 2025.
The two-day conference saw the participation of presiding officers and lawmakers from eight Northeastern states.
"The CPA conference deliberated on ways and means to bring assembly proceedings closer to the people in the context of the changes ushered in by the age of artificial intelligence and the digital revolution," Birla told reporters on his arrival at Dimapur.
The conference also discussed issues such as cloudbursts and landslides in the Northeast region and the mitigation measures in this regard.
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, and Nagaland Assembly Speaker and Chairman, CPA India Region Zone-III, Sharingain Longkumer were present at the conference.

ICG Organises 23rd National Maritime Search and Rescue Board Meeting in Gandhinagar

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) organised the 23rd National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting in November 2025 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The meeting focused on enhancing inter-agency coordination and collaboration among stakeholders to strengthen India's overall search and rescue (SAR) framework. Discussions centred on leveraging technology and modern communication systems to improve operational efficiency and maritime safety standards.
National SAR awards for the year 2023-24 were also presented during the meeting. Following are the awards:
- MV He Yuan Shun 89, a Panama-flagged vessel, received the award in the Merchant Vessel category
- Indian Fishing Boat Kedarnath Bhole was awarded in the Fishing Boat category
- ICG Ship Rajveer received the award for the Government-owned SAR Unit category
- Vessel Traffic System (VTS), Mumbai Port Authority and Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) were jointly felicitated in the Ashore Unit category.

Nov 09, 2025

KSLU Confers Honorary Doctorate on AP Governor Abdul Nazeer

In a moment of academic distinction and public recognition, Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws by the Karnataka State Law University (KSLU) during its seventh convocation held in Dharwad. The ceremony celebrated Nazeer's contributions to the legal field and public service.
The event was presided over by Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, who serves as the Chancellor of KSLU. Presenting the honorary degree to Abdul Nazeer, Gehlot highlighted the university's tradition of recognising individuals who have made notable contributions to law, justice, and governance.

Nov 08, 2025

Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Releases Commemorative Coin to Ce...

Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs released a Commemorative Coin of 50 Rupees to commemorate 50 years of NHPC at New Delhi in the presence of Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India, Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC and Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC. NHPC Limited, India's Premier Hydropower Navratna Company under the Ministry of Power, is marking a momentous milestone- completing 50 years of its establishment on November 7, 2025.
Manohar Lal also released a special publication, a comic book titled 'Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh' which has been created based on 'Chhota Bheem' and his supporting characters, with the aim of conveying the message of importance and benefits of hydropower to the children and the general public through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations.

Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Government of India, organised the Curtain Raiser event for the 18th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2025 in Gurugram, Haryana with the theme of 'Urban Development and Mobility Nexus'. The UMI Conference and Exhibition is chaired by Jaideep, Officer on Special Duty (Urban Transport), Dr. Chander Shekhar Khare, Managing Director, Gurugram Metro Rail Ltd., and other senior officials.
Speaking at the Curtain Raiser, Jaideep, highlighted the focus of this year's event on enhancing urban mobility through integrated planning and sustainable transport solutions. He recalled that the National Urban Transport Policy (NUTP), 2006 lays strong emphasis on developing capabilities at the State and City levels to address emerging challenges in urban transport and promote equitable and sustainable systems for all sections of society.
The three-day event includes eight technical sessions, eight roundtables, and two plenary sessions, featuring participation from national and international experts. These deliberations will contribute to evidence-based policymaking and the advancement of sustainable mobility solutions.

Nov 07, 2025

PM Modi to Launch Year-Long Celebration Marking 150 Years of India's National Song 'Vande Mataram'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the year-long commemoration of 150 years of the national song 'Vande Mataram' in New Delhi.
This grand ceremony marked the beginning of a year-long nationwide commemoration from November 7, 2025 to November 7, 2026, celebrating the powerful message and musical heritage of 'Vande Mataram'.
India's national song, 'Vande Mataram', is more than just a composition — it is a symbol of patriotism, pride, and unity. Written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, the song inspired millions during India's struggle for freedom and continues to awaken a sense of devotion toward the motherland.

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