Department of Food and Public Distribution Signs MoU with FCI
Department of Food and Public Distribution, in September 2025, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Food Corporation of India in New Delhi.
According to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, the MoU aims to set performance parameters and goals to ensure greater efficiency and accountability in food grain management.
The agreement will emphasize on reducing storage losses, improving the utilization of warehousing capacity, enhancing logistics and supply chain performance, and strengthening quality control.
Sep 23, 2025
Deputy CM Inaugurates Training Camp; TNUHDB Housing Units
Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurated the 'Aadhi Kalaikkol' training camp that aims to benefit youths from the Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities in the State.
He said the camp would train the youths in folk art, theatre art, literature and visual art, among others.
In another event, Mr. Udhayanidhi inaugurated over 500 housing units in tenements constructed by the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board at a total cost of Rs. 77 crore.
Sep 22, 2025
The 28th National Conference on e-Governance
The Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG) and the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh, organised the 28th National Conference on e- Governance (NCeG) on September 22–23, 2025, in Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The theme for this year's (2025) conference is 'Viksit Bharat: Civil Service and Digital Transformation.'
The two-day conference was inaugurated by N. Chandrababu Naidu, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, and Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Science and Technology, Ministry of Earth Sciences. The two-day event was also graced by the presence of Pawan Kalyan, Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and N. Lokesh, Minister for IT, Human Resources Development of Andhra Pradesh.
The Conference featured 6 plenary sessions and 6 breakout sessions. Overall, about 70 speakers from diverse backgrounds shared their experiences and present the best practices on a wide range of sub-themes.
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal Launches LEADS 2025 to Benchmark Logistics...
On the occasion of the decade-long celebrations of Make in India, the Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, launched the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2025 in New Delhi.
LEADS 2025 represents a significant milestone in benchmarking logistics performance across States and Union Territories, supporting India's vision of a globally competitive and future-ready logistics ecosystem.
Piyush Goyal highlighted India's rapid emergence as a global manufacturing hub under the Make in India initiative, with strong growth in sectors such as pharmaceuticals and engineering goods. He emphasised that efficient logistics forms the backbone of manufacturing competitiveness by reducing logistics costs.
Sep 21, 2025
Jharkhand Launches 'Swachhta Hi Seva' Campaign to Boost Cleanliness and Sanitation
The 'Swachhta Hi Seva' campaign, launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) under the Swachh Bharat Mission, began across Jharkhand in September 2025.
The fortnight-long drive, which will continue until October 2, focuses on intensive cleanliness, sanitation, and waste segregation activities in urban areas of the state with the active involvement of civic bodies, schools, SHGs, and community groups.
The campaign, aligned with Gandhi Jayanti, will see daily activities across cities, towns, schools, and community spaces to promote responsible waste management and hygiene practices.
Tamil Nadu Becomes First State to Issue ID Cards for Women SHG Members
Tamil Nadu became the first state in India to issue identity cards to Women Self-Help Group (SHG) members, marking a significant milestone in the empowerment of women at the grassroots level.
The initiative launched by Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin at Karuppur in Salem district, along with the distribution of Rs. 3,500 crore in loans to SHGs.
This move strengthens the institutional support for over five lakh SHGs operating in the state and enhances their access to both financial and social benefits.
The idea was born during a government function held five months ago in Tiruvarur, where SHG members requested ID cards for easier access to government schemes.
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin responded by announcing the rollout of ID cards on March 8, 2025, coinciding with International Women's Day.
EC De-Lists 474 Political Parties over Norm Violations
In a significant clean-up move, the Election Commission of India (ECI) de-listed 474 Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) for failing to comply with mandatory electoral and financial regulations.
This action came as part of a broader initiative aimed at ensuring greater transparency and accountability among political entities in the country.
With this second round of delisting, the total number of parties removed from the register has reached 808 in just two months, marking a decisive shift in the way the EC enforces norms on political participation and financial disclosures.
Sep 20, 2025
Global Innovation Index 2025: Top 10 Countries, and Where India Ranks
India shown a notable improvement in innovation performance, moving up to 38th place in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, as published by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO).
This ranking places India ahead of its 2020 position of 48, and importantly, #1 among lower-middle-income economies and in the Central and Southern Asia region.
This steady rise demonstrates India's growing focus on research, innovation ecosystems, and technology-driven growth.
As per the GII 2025 report, the top 10 countries globally in innovation are,
1. Switzerland
2. Sweden
3. United States of America
4. Republic of Korea
5. Singapore
6. United Kingdom
7. Finland
8. Netherlands
9. Denmark
10. China
Meity Unveils Logo, Flagship Initiatives for India-AI Impact Summit 2026
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) unveiled the logo and key initiatives for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, a landmark event set to position India as a global hub for responsible and inclusive artificial intelligence.
This will be the first time a Global South nation hosts the prestigious summit, which will be guided by the principles of People, Planet, and Progress.
The newly unveiled logo draws inspiration from the Ashoka Chakra, representing ethical governance, justice, and India's constitutional values.
Radiating from the chakra are neural network flares symbolising AI's power to bridge linguistic, industrial, and geographical divides and create inclusive progress.
India Re-elected to Council of Administration & POC at 28th Universal Postal Congress
India re-elected to the Council of Administration and the Postal Operations Council (POC) of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) during the 28th UPU Congress held in Dubai.
Ministry of Communications said in a statement that India's re-election reflects the confidence of the international community in India Post's leadership, reforms, and innovative digital initiatives.
The Universal Postal Union, a specialised agency of the United Nations, is the primary forum for cooperation among postal sector stakeholders.
The Council of Administration is responsible for policy, regulatory and governance matters, while the POC is the technical and operational body that drives the modernisation of postal services worldwide.
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