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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - November 2018

Nov 2018

Apr 15, 2026

Samrat Choudhary to be sworn in as Bihar Chief Minister after Nitish Kumar's resignation on 14 Ap...

Samrat Choudhary is set to be sworn in as Bihar's Chief Minister after Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned on 14 April 2026. Kumar's resignation ends a two‑decade tenure and marks a major political transition for the state. Choudhary, currently Deputy Chief Minister, is expected to take the oath as Bihar's new leader in the coming days. The Bharatiya Janata Party asserts it has a majority among MLAs and has elected the legislative party leader to head the next government, subject to coalition support. This development is described as a historic shift in Bihar politics, with preparations underway for a formal oath ceremony.

Nitish Kumar resigned as Bihar Chief Minister on 14 April 2026 after a long tenure.
Samrat Choudhary, the current Deputy Chief Minister, is to be sworn in as Chief Minister.
BJP claims a majority of MLAs and elected its legislative party leader to form the government.
Coalition partners are expected to back the new government in the coming days.
The move is described as a historic shift in Bihar's political landscape.

Apr 13, 2026

Sikkim Sundari Radio Boosts Border Connectivity

The Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps launched Sikkim Sundari, the first border village community radio station in Sikkim, on 12 April 2026. The station aims to improve border connectivity by broadcasting local news, weather updates, and government scheme details. It will also promote local culture and language, encouraging youth participation in community programs. The initiative seeks to bridge information gaps in challenging terrain and strengthen links with border communities. Sikkim Sundari complements border infrastructure efforts and demonstrates a broader push to improve civilian communication in high-altitude areas.

Launch date: 12 April 2026; location: border village, Sikkim.
Organization: Indian Army, Trishakti Corps.
Purpose: improve communication; share local news and schemes.
Cultural role: platform for local traditions and youth involvement.
Impact: aims to reduce information gaps in remote regions.

Apr 11, 2026

PM Modi congratulates scientists after PFBR milestone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India’s scientists and engineers on the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) achieving criticality at Kalpakkam on 6 April 2026. In a public message, the Prime Minister highlighted PFBR as a landmark achievement in India’s civil nuclear journey and a testament to indigenous capability. The 500 MWe PFBR, developed by BHAVINI, is expected to advance energy security and reduce reliance on imported fuel. The PM’s remarks underscore the government’s focus on science, technology and innovation and its support for accelerated investment in advanced nuclear infrastructure as part of the broader energy strategy.

PM Modi congratulated scientists and engineers on PFBR criticality.
Emphasizes indigenous capability and energy security.
PFBR is BHAVINI’s 500 MWe reactor under India’s three-stage programme.
Steps toward fuel loading and power generation planned.
Government support for science and nuclear infrastructure.

Apr 08, 2026

Narendra Bhooshan appointed Secretary DoLR under Rural Development Ministry

Narendra Bhooshan, a senior Indian Administrative Service officer of the 1992 batch from the Uttar Pradesh cadre, has assumed charge as Secretary of the Department of Land Resources. DoLR functions under the Ministry of Rural Development and shapes land related policies and reforms. Key roles include land reforms, digitization of land records, implementation of watershed development programs, and promotion of sustainable land use to support rural livelihoods. Bhooshan brings three decades of administrative experience across critical sectors. His appointment aims to strengthen land policy execution, improve service delivery, and advance reforms in land records and land use across states.

Narendra Bhooshan is 1992 batch IAS officer from UP cadre
Appointed Secretary, Department of Land Resources
DoLR operates under the Ministry of Rural Development
Functions include land reforms, digitization, watershed programs
Focus on sustainable land use and rural livelihoods
Three decades of administrative experience mentioned

Apr 07, 2026

To Lam elected Vietnam president; consolidation of power under one leader

Vietnam's National Assembly elected To Lam as the state president for a five-year term in a 7 April 2026 session with 495 votes in favor. To Lam already serves as Communist Party General Secretary, creating a dual role with the presidency. The unanimous vote marks a consolidation of power and signals a shift toward stronger centralized authority in Vietnam's one-party system. Supporters say the move provides stable governance and clear policy direction. Critics note potential risks of reduced checks and balances. The presidency and party leadership combine influence over domestic and foreign policy at a time of regional security concerns. Observers expect the move to affect Vietnam's ties with major partners and its approach to economic reform.

Date of election: 7 April 2026
To Lam becomes Vietnam state president for five years
He already served as Communist Party General Secretary
Unanimous vote by all 495 lawmakers
Concentration of power into a single leader
Context: centralised governance in a one-party state
Observers expect effects on international relations and economic policy

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