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NATIONAL AFFAIRS - August 2023

Aug 2023

Oct 28, 2025

Rajasthan Bans Employment of Children under 14 in Shops and Commercial Establishments

Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma approved the Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, which prohibits the employment of children aged below 14 years in shops and commercial establishments, an official statement said.
The government also approved amendments to the Rajasthan Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025, aimed at promoting business activities while ensuring the welfare and safety of workers.
Under the ordinance, the minimum age for apprentices was raised from 12 to 14 years, and adolescents aged 14 to 18 will no longer be permitted to work during the night - a change from the earlier limit of 12 to 15 years.

Amit Shah Inaugurates 'Deep Sea Fishing Vessels'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated 'Deep Sea Fishing Vessels' under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) at Mazgaon Dock, Mumbai, marking a major step towards modernising India's marine fisheries sector and strengthening the cooperative movement along the nation's coastline.
The event was attended by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Ministers Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, and Union Minister of State for Cooperation Murlidhar Mohol.

Aurangabad Railway Station Renamed Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar

In a move reinforcing regional heritage, the Aurangabad Railway Station in Maharashtra was officially renamed Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Railway Station, as per a notification by the Central Railway. The station now carries the new code 'CPSN', and falls under the Nanded Division of South Central Railway. The renaming follows the earlier change of the city's name from Aurangabad to Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in 2022, a decision taken by the Eknath Shinde-led state government.

Oct 27, 2025

The Election Commission announced the nationwide voter list revision schedule, covering 10-15 sta...

The Election Commission will announced the first phase of the pan-India special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, covering 10-15 states/UTs, including poll-bound West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry.
As per reports, the initial phase will leave out states like Maharashtra, where local body elections are to be held by January 31, 2026, as per Supreme Court directives, as well as the snow-bound states/UTs of J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand, Sikkim and Ladakh. The last intensive revision of electoral rolls in India was undertaken two decades ago.

Ministry of Culture Signs MoUs with 17 Leading Institutions under Gyan Bharatam Initiative

The Ministry of Culture's flagship initiative, Gyan Bharatam, marked a significant milestone with the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with 17 leading institutions from across the country. The ceremony, held at the National Gallery of Modern Art (Jaipur House), New Delhi, symbolised a historic step in India's collective effort to safeguard, preserve, and revitalise the nation's manuscript heritage.
The event was graced by Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who lauded Gyan Bharatam as a visionary initiative aimed at decoding India's ancient manuscripts and reaffirming their enduring relevance in contemporary times. He emphasised that the initiative reflects India's cultural commitment to make its manuscript wealth accessible to future generations.

Oct 26, 2025

India Launches Online National Drug Licensing System

In response to a series of fatal child deaths linked to toxic cough syrups, India has rolled out a robust digital oversight system — the Online National Drug Licensing System (ONDLS). Spearheaded by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), this system is designed to track high-risk pharmaceutical solvents in real time, ensuring that only verified, safe ingredients are used in medicine manufacturing across the country. This urgent reform underscores India's renewed focus on pharmaceutical safety and accountability, particularly in the wake of rising international concerns about drug quality.

Tejashwi Yadav to be INDIA Bloc's CM Face

The Mahagathbandhan formally announced Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav as its CM face for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, while naming Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani as the Deputy CM face.

Oct 25, 2025

NHAI Launches AI-Based Highway Monitoring Using 3D Survey

In a move to revolutionise national highway maintenance and monitoring, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is deploying 3D laser-based Network Survey Vehicles (NSVs) across 23 states, covering over 20,933 km of road stretches. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing road infrastructure management in India.
NSVs are advanced vehicles equipped with 3D laser technology capable of collecting precise data on the physical condition of roadways. These vehicles automatically identify,
Surface cracking
Potholes
Patches and wear
Other pavement-related defects

Oct 24, 2025

Kerala to Build First Underwater Tunnel Linking Vypin and Fort Kochi

In a historic infrastructure initiative, Kerala is set to build its first underwater tunnel, connecting Vypin and Fort Kochi, as part of the state's ambitious coastal highway development project. This engineering marvel will significantly reduce the current 16 km road distance to a 3 km sub-sea journey beneath the Arabian Sea, redefining connectivity in Kochi — one of India's busiest port cities.
The underwater tunnel will be developed by the Kerala Rail Development Corporation Limited (KRDCL) with an estimated cost of Rs. 2,672 crore.

Centre Offers Article 371 to Ladakh amid Statehood Talks

In a significant political development, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has proposed granting Article 371-like provisions to Ladakh during a dialogue with the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA). The talks came a month after deadly protests over the region's demand for statehood and constitutional safeguards, during which four people, including a Kargil war veteran, lost their lives in police action.
Since the reorganisation of Jammu & Kashmir in 2019, Ladakh has been functioning as a Union Territory without a legislature. Over the years, discontent has grown among locals, particularly regarding land rights, cultural identity, and political representation.

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