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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - August 2023

Aug 2023

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.

Nov 05, 2025

Northeast Parties to Join Hands for Single Political Entity

In a major political development, prominent northeastern leaders, including Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, announced the merger of their parties to form a single political entity.
The committee, convened by National People's Party (NPP) president James Sangma, will work over the next 45 days to finalise the structure of the unified entity.
The announcement of the merger was made by Conrad Sangma, Chairman of Tripura's Tipra Motha Party Pradyot Manikya, People's Party leader Daniel Langthasa and Nagaland Minister Mmhonlumo Kikon at a joint press conference in New Delhi.
Meanwhile, Mizoram's Zoram People's Movement that governs the state, Nagaland's Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party, and Asom Gana Parishad, the BJP's junior partner in Assam, are not part of the proposed entity.

ECI Launches International Election Visitors' Program 2025

Election Commission commenced the International Election Visitors' Program 2025 at the India International Institute for Democracy and Election Management in New Delhi.
The Election Commission of India held the International Election Visitors' Program (IEVP), 2025 at the India International Institute for Democracy and Election Management (IIIDEM) in New Delhi.
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar along with Election Commissioner Dr. Vivek Joshi held an interaction with the participants.
Fourteen participants from 7 countries namely France, South Africa, Belgium, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand and Colombia attended the inaugural session.
The participants were provided a demonstration of the EVMs followed by presentation by senior Officers of ECI on various aspects of elections including preparation of Electoral Rolls and the conduct of elections in India.

Nov 04, 2025

President of India Graces the Commemoration of 125 Years of the Establishment of Raj Bhavan, Nain...

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced a function in November to commemorate the 125 years of the establishment of the Raj Bhavan, Nainital, Uttarakhand.
The President said that just as the Rashtrapati Bhavan is a symbol of the Republic in independent India, Raj Bhavans are a symbol of the democratic system in the states. In this way, after the formation of the state of Uttarakhand, this building has become a part of the progress of Uttarakhand.

Nov 03, 2025

Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurates North Eastern Science & Technology (NEST) Cluster

Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated the North Eastern Science & Technology (NEST) Cluster at IIT Guwahati and laid the foundation stone for transformative development projects worth Rs. 635 crore across Assam.
The event was attended by senior officials from the Government of Assam, representatives of educational institutions, and members of the scientific and entrepreneurial community.
The North Eastern Science & Technology (NEST) Cluster, established with an investment of Rs. 22.98 crore, will serve as the nerve centre of the Northeast's innovation ecosystem — transforming local wisdom into global solutions. It will focus on four verticals: Grassroots Innovation; Semiconductors & Artificial Intelligence; Bamboo-Based Technologies; Biodegradable Plastics.

Delhi Government Launches 'Pink Saheli Smart Card' for Free Travel

The Delhi government introduced the 'Pink Saheli Smart Card', a special initiative aimed at providing free and convenient travel for women and transgender individuals across Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and cluster buses.
With this new scheme, daughters, sisters, and mothers above the age of 12 can now enjoy free rides across the capital.

Modi Inaugurates Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi in November 2025. Prime Minister also addressed the gathering on the occasion.
In a major boost to the R&D ecosystem in the country, Prime Minister launch the ₹1 Lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund. The scheme aims to promote a private sector–driven research and development ecosystem in the country.
ESTIC 2025 is being held from 3–5 November 2025. The conclave brings together over 3,000 participants from academia, research institutions, industry and government, along with Nobel Laureates, eminent scientists, innovators and policymakers. Deliberations focus on 11 key thematic areas, including Advanced Materials & Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence, Bio-Manufacturing, Blue Economy, Digital Communications, Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturing, Emerging Agriculture Technologies, Energy, Environment & Climate, Health & Medical Technologies, Quantum Science & Technology, and Space Technologies.

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