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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - October 2018

Oct 2018

Jun 12, 2025

Puducherry Adopts NeVA

Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, L. Murugan inaugurated the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) for Puducherry Legislative Assembly. It is a major stride towards transparent, efficient, and environment-friendly governance. Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister of Puducherry N. Rangasamy, Speaker of Puducherry Legislative Assembly R. Selvam were also present at the inauguration ceremony.
With this launch, Puducherry became the 19th legislature in the country to adopt the NeVA platform, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Digital India. The initiative, which enables paperless legislative functioning, is funded through 100% Central Assistance by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

India Hosts ITU's FG-AINN Meet: Shaping the Future of AI-Native Telecom Networks

India took center stage in global telecom innovation by hosting the 3rd International Telecommunication Union (ITU-T) Focus Group on AI-Native for Telecommunication Networks (FG-AINN) in New Delhi from June 11–13, 2025. The meeting, organised by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), aimed to redefine how future telecom networks operate using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a core, rather than an auxiliary, component. This marked a significant step forward in shaping globally intelligent, adaptive, and autonomous communication systems.

Jun 11, 2025

Coal India inks MoU with Kolkata Port for dynamic lighting of Howrah Bridge

Coal India Ltd signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), to support the dynamic illumination of the iconic Howrah Bridge, also known as Rabindra Setu.
According to the agreement, the lighting design will include volumetric and skeleton lighting techniques, paired with synchronised music shows. This immersive audio-visual experience will highlight the bridge's unique architectural elements, while also celebrating the cultural heritage of Kolkata.
The MoU was signed at Coal Bhawan, Coal India's headquarters, in the presence of Chairman P. M. Prasad, SMPK Chairman Rathendra Raman, Deputy Chairman Samrat Rahi, and other senior officials.

The 1st Meeting of Task Force on Textiles Exports held

The first meeting of the Task Force on Textiles Exports was held under the Chairpersonship of Commerce Secretary, Sunil Barthwal at Vanijya Bhawan in Delhi to discuss issues & strategies for enhancing textiles exports from India.
Sunil Barthwal mentioned that the primary objective of the Task Force is to create a unified platform for addressing critical issues concerning the textile sector by involving all relevant stakeholders.

NaMo App Launches 'Jan Man Survey' to Mark 11 Years of PM Modi's Leadership

The Narendra Modi App (NaMo App) launched the 'Jan Man Survey' to commemorate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 11 years in office.
The survey garnered significant traction, receiving over 500,000 responses from citizens across India within 26 hours of its launch.
The Jan Man Survey allows individuals to directly share feedback and opinions with the government.
Hosted on the NaMo App, the survey covers various topics, including national security, governance, cultural pride, and youth development.

Jun 10, 2025

Nirmala Sitharaman Chairs 6th Meeting of the Governing Council of National Investment and Infrast...

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the 6th meeting of the Governing Council (GC) of the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund Limited (NIIF) in New Delhi.
The GC appreciated NIIF's evolution as a sovereign-linked asset manager and acknowledged the efforts made over the years to build strong partnerships with marquee investors, including, prominent sovereign wealth funds.

President Promulgates Ladakh Reservation and Language Regulations

President Droupadi Murmu promulgated three key regulations: the Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025, ensuring 85% job reservation for local residents; the Ladakh Official Languages Regulation, 2025, recognising five official languages including Bhoti and Purgi; and amendments to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils Regulation, providing for 33% reservation for women in the Leh and Kargil Hill Councils. These steps aim to empower local communities, preserve cultural heritage, and enhance gender representation.
The President of India used powers under Article 240 of the Constitution to promulgate three major regulations for Ladakh.

Jun 09, 2025

All India Institute of Ayurveda Hosts Iyengar Yoga Workshop under 'Yoga Samavesh'

As part of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 celebrations, the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) organise a special three-day Iyengar Yoga Workshop under the inclusive theme of 'Yoga Samavesh'. The workshop is being held from June 9 to 11, 2025.
The sessions are being led by renowned Iyengar Yoga teacher Amit Sharma from Lifeyoga Centre, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The workshop focuses on precision in body alignment techniques and enhancing mental wellness, hallmarks of the Iyengar Yoga tradition.

Padmanabhaswamy Temple Performs Rare Grand Consecration After 270 Years

Hundreds of devotees thronged the famous Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala to witness Maha Kumbhabhishekam held at the shrine after 270 years.
This grand consecration took place following the completion of long-overdue renovation work at this ancient temple.
Dedication of "thazhikakudams", (the three domes above the sanctum sanctorum), the reinstallation of the Vishwaksena idol, and the 'Ashtabandha Kalasam' at the Thiruvambady Sree Krishna Temple (located within the main shrine complex) were held.
The Vishwaksena idol, renovated and reinstalled now, is about 300 years old and was built in "katu sarkara yogam", a traditional method involving a unique combination of materials to create idols.

T. Rabi Sankar Appointed as Part-time Member of the 16th Finance Commission

The President appointed T. Rabi Sankar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), as a part-time Member of the 16th Finance Commission (XVIFC). He shall hold office until the submission of the Commission's Report or October 31, 2025, whichever is earlier.
The appointment of T. Rabi Sankar is consequent to the resignation of one of the full-time Members of the XVIFC, Ajay Narayan Jha.
The XVIFC was constituted on December 31, 2023, with Arvind Panagariya, former Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, as its chairman. The XVIFC is mandated to submit its recommendations by October 31, 2025, for the award period of five years commencing from April 1, 2026.

Jun 08, 2025

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Inaugurates Critical Mineral Seminar

Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated the Critical Mineral Seminar and launched the NCMM Outreach Forum under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM).
He called for enhanced collaboration among government agencies, industry, research institutions, and startups to build a resilient, self-reliant critical minerals ecosystem. Reddy underlined that the Outreach Forum would serve as a vital platform to foster innovation, attract investments, and promote sustainable development, aligning with India's vision of becoming a global hub for critical mineral processing and technology.

Kiren Rijiju Launches UMEED Central Portal to Modernise Waqf Property Management

The government launched the UMEED portal that would create a digital inventory after geo-tagging of all Waqf properties.
Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, launched the UMEED Central Portal in New Delhi that would create a digital inventory after geo-tagging of all Waqf properties.
The portal, developed by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, was officially launched in the presence of Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs George Kurian.
The UMEED Central Portal, named after the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development Act, 1995, is a centralised digital platform designed to enable real-time uploading, verification, and monitoring of Waqf properties.

Amit Shah Launches Bharatiya Bhasha Anubhag to Promote Indian Languages in Governance

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Bharatiya Bhasha Anubhag (BBA), or Indian Languages Section, in New Delhi. This initiative is aimed at reducing the dominance of foreign languages, especially English, in India's administrative functioning and promoting the use of mother tongues in decision-making and official communication. The move aligns with the vision of linguistic inclusion and is a key step towards fostering unity through India's linguistic diversity.
Aims and Objectives
To free India's administration from the influence of foreign languages
To promote thinking, analysis, and decision-making in Indian languages
To facilitate universal translation between Indian languages and Hindi (and vice versa)
To strengthen regional languages and ensure inclusivity in governance

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