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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - January 2018

Jan 2018

Oct 20, 2025

UIDAI Launches Aadhaar Mascot Design Contest �" Win ₹1 Lakh

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) announced a nationwide Mascot Design Contest aimed at finding an official visual ambassador for Aadhaar. The competition is being hosted on the MyGov platform and is open until October 31, 2025. Participants — either individuals or teams — can submit original mascot designs along with a concept note explaining how their creation embodies Aadhaar's spirit. The winning designs will receive cash awards totaling up to ₹1 lakh, plus certificates of recognition.
The mascot is intended to,
Serve as UIDAI's visual ambassador, making its communication more accessible and engaging across all age groups
Reflect the core values of Aadhaar: trust, inclusivity, empowerment, and digital innovation
Convey Aadhaar's attributes of service, security, and accessibility in its design and persona

Oct 19, 2025

Department of Posts Launches Medicine Delivery Service for ECHS Beneficiaries

The Department of Posts launched a dedicated service to facilitate the pick-up, booking, transmission, and door-step delivery of medicines that are not available at ECHS polyclinics under Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme.
Under the initiative launched in collaboration with the Department of Ex-servicemen (DESW), medicines will be procured and packaged through Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) Common Service Centre (CSC) stationed at ECHS polyclinics, while logistics and delivery will be managed by India Post's trusted delivery network.
The service was first piloted in Delhi in July, where it received an encouraging response and subsequently expanded to the NCR region, covering Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.

Harsh Sanghavi New Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat

Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi took oath as the Deputy Chief Minister in a major cabinet rejig by CM Bhupendra Patel. Governor Acharya Devvrat administered the oath of office to new ministers.
Of the 16 ministers in the outgoing council of ministers, only six, including Sanghavi, were retained. Besides, the new Gujarat Cabinet has 25 ministers in place of 16 in the previous council.
CM Patel also inducted cricketer Ravinder Jadeja's wife Rivaba Jadeja and former Gujarat Congress president Arjun Modhwadia into the Cabinet. The six ministers who were retained include Cabinet ministers Kanubhai Patel, Rushikesh Patel and Kunvarji Bavalia and MoS Sanghavi, Praful Pansheriya and Purshottam Solanki.

Oct 18, 2025

NDTV World Summit 2025

The 2025 edition of the NDTV World Summit - NDTV's flagship event held in New Delhi–featured a host of leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, former Australian PM Tony Abbott, and former G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant.

Oct 17, 2025

National Health Authority Hosts 2-Day PM-JAY & ABDM National Review Meeting in Bhopal, Madhya Pra...

The National Health Authority (NHA) convened a two-day national review meeting in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, which served as a major platform for strategic alignment and knowledge exchange as well as to evaluate progress and chart the future course for two of India's flagship health initiatives – Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). The event brought together Dr. Sunil Kumar Barnwal, CEO of the National Health Authority; Anurag Jain, Chief Secretary, Government of Madhya Pradesh; Kiran Gopal Vaska, JS and Mission Director, ABDM); Smt. Jyoti Yadav, JS (PMJAY); J Satyanarayan, other senior officials, dignitaries, experts, and stakeholders from across the country for a comprehensive dialogue on digital healthcare transformation.

HM Shah Inaugurates 'Extradition of Fugitives: Challenges and Strategies' Conference

Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated that the government has adopted a zero-tolerance policy against corruption, crime, and terrorism. He was addressing the gathering after inaugurating the Extradition of Fugitives-Challenges and Strategies conference in New Delhi. Shah said that a robust mechanism is being developed to ensure bringing all offenders under the ambit of law.

Oct 16, 2025

Sardar@150 Unity March' Set to Realise the Dream of 'Ek Bharat, Aatmanirbhar Bharat'

The historic nationwide campaign, 'Sardar@150 Unity March,' dedicated to the 150th birth anniversary of the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, was announced at a crucial press conference at the Circuit House, Raipur. Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister, Arun Sao, presented the blueprint for this massive event and urged the youth to participate actively.
Arun Sao stated that the Government of India is organising this March to awaken the spirit of unity, patriotism, and duty among the youth.

Arjun Ram Meghwal Inaugurates 'Live Cases' Dashboard of

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal inaugurated the new 'Live Cases' Dashboard under the Legal Information Management and Briefing System (LIMBS) at Shastri Bhawan in New Delhi.
The Minister lauded the initiative as a major step towards enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in managing government litigation.
The event was attended by senior officials, including Anju Rathi Rana, Union Law Secretary, along with dignitaries from various Ministries and Departments.
The "Live Cases" Dashboard offers real-time data visualization of court cases, enabling Ministries and Departments to track upcoming hearings and coordinate responses more effectively. This technological intervention aims to streamline legal processes and support proactive decision-making.

Railways Minister Inaugurates 16th International Railway Equipment Exhibition

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the 16th International Railway Equipment Exhibition-2025, Asia's largest and the world's second-largest railway exhibition at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Over 450 exhibitors across more than 15 countries are showcasing state-of-the-art railway and metro products, innovations, and sustainable solutions.

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