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Nov 10, 2026

Swachh Survekshan 2025–26 Awards to be presented on 11 November 2026

President Droupadi Murmu will present the 10th Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025–26 on 11 November 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, the awards recognise cities for achievements under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban. The theme is Swachhata Ki Nayi Pehel – Badhayein Haath, Karein Safai Saath. The survey emphasises cleanliness, citizen participation, sanitation services and sustainable waste management. Municipal authorities across Indian cities have prepared updated plans to improve sanitation, solid waste collection and public engagement ahead of the awards. Officials stressed transparent reporting and citizen feedback as critical measures of progress for stakeholders.

Awards ceremony scheduled for 11 November 2026 in New Delhi.
Organised by MoHUA for Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban.
Theme focuses on renewed civic participation and cleanliness.
Assessments cover cleanliness, sanitation and waste management.
Cities preparing plans with emphasis on transparency and feedback.

Manipur inaugurates Northeast India's first AI-enabled Career Intelligence Hub

Manipur became the first state in Northeast India to establish an AI-enabled Career Intelligence Hub, inaugurated on 7 November 2026 by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh at Tamphasana Girls' Higher Secondary School, Imphal. Developed under the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS), the facility aims to provide students with AI-based career guidance, personalised counselling and information about emerging job opportunities. The hub will help learners map courses to careers, track industry demands and connect with mentors. Officials hope the project will boost local talent and reduce skill gaps in the region.

First AI-enabled Career Intelligence Hub in Northeast India.
Inaugurated on 7 November 2026 in Imphal, Manipur.
Developed under MPLADS funding.
Provides AI-based career guidance and counselling.
Aims to reduce regional skill gaps and boost local talent.

Nov 09, 2026

Bihar Becomes First State to Introduce Silt Management Policy

In 2026, Bihar became the first Indian state to introduce a comprehensive Silt Management Policy, announced by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary. The Bihar Water Sources Restoration and Silt Management Policy, 2026, aims to improve river water flow, reduce flood risks and promote scientific removal of accumulated silt. The excavated silt will be utilized in highway construction and other infrastructure projects. On 3 November 2026, the Bihar government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways under the Nadi Sanjivani initiative. The initiative plans to use 243 lakh cubic metres of silt in 16 ongoing National Highway projects, promoting flood management and sustainable infrastructure development.

Policy name: Bihar Water Sources Restoration and Silt Management Policy, 2026.
MoU date: 3 November 2026 with MoRTH under Nadi Sanjivani.
Target: 243 lakh cubic metres of silt in 16 NH projects.
Purpose: improve river flow and flood mitigation; sustainable construction.
Status: first state-level policy on silt management in India.

Ministry of Railways Wins PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award 2026

On 5 November 2026, Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan presented the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award 2026 to the Ministry of Railways during the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The ministry secured first place in the category 'Maximum Buildings Solarized by Central Ministries/Departments' under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Indian Railways has installed rooftop solar systems on 12,495 buildings, achieving a total capacity of 351 megawatts. The award recognises leadership in expanding solar power across central government offices, contributing to cleaner energy and energy security. The Railways plan to continue rolling out solar installations on its buildings nationwide.

Date and event: 5 November 2026, Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026, New Delhi.
Award: PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award 2026, category for maximum solarized central buildings.
Railways solar footprint: 12,495 rooftops, 351 MW capacity.
Implication: recognition of government energy efficiency efforts.
Future: continued expansion of rooftop solar installations.

Nov 08, 2026

Kerala Announces NORKA Private Industrial Estate Scheme 2026

In November 2026, the Government of Kerala announced the NORKA Private Industrial Estate Scheme (NPIE) 2026 to encourage industrial investment by Non-Resident Keralites (NRKs), expatriates and returning expatriates. The scheme aims to establish private industrial estates, address land shortages, create employment and promote technology transfer. Eligible applicants may develop industrial facilities on land owned or leased in Kerala, with a minimum lease period of 30 years. The government provides financial assistance of up to ₹3 crore for infrastructure development, including roads, electricity, water supply and drainage. The scheme aligns with Kerala's diaspora engagement and industrial land policy, seeking to channel private land into productive industry.

Scheme name: NORKA Private Industrial Estate Scheme (NPIE) 2026
Purpose: Attract NRKs/expatriates/returnees investments in Kerala
Land lease requirement: minimum 30 years
Land area: 3–7 acres (SDF) or 7–15 acres (Industrial Estate)
Financial assistance: Up to ₹3 crore for infrastructure

MANAGE Hyderabad recognised as Centre of Excellence-Skills in Agriculture

The National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad, was recognised on 2 November 2026 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) as a Centre of Excellence-Skills (CoE-Skills) in the agriculture sector. The award ceremony at Kaushal Bhawan, New Delhi, was led by MSDE Secretary Debashree Mukherjee. MANAGE, established in 1987, operates as an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The CoE-Skills status aims to strengthen agricultural skill development, training and entrepreneurship nationwide. The recognition is valid for three years. MANAGE is part of a broader set of 19 CoE-Skills institutions under the Green Channel mechanism, reflecting a national skilling push.

Date of recognition: 2 November 2026
Recognised by: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE)
Presented by: Debashree Mukherjee, MSDE Secretary
Location of ceremony: Kaushal Bhawan, New Delhi
Validity: 3 years; MANAGE established in 1987

Nov 06, 2026

Nirmala Sitharaman Releases ₹250 Commemorative Coin

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman released a ₹250 commemorative coin in November 2026 to mark the 250th birth anniversary of Carnatic music composer Muthuswami Dikshitar. The ceremony took place at Swatantrata Bhawan, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, under the Centre of Excellence for Indian Knowledge Systems at IIT-BHU. The coin honours Dikshitar's contributions to Indian classical music and cultural heritage. The release aligns with government efforts to promote traditional arts and revive classical music education through modern commemoratives.

₹250 commemorative coin issued in November 2026
Marking 250th birth anniversary of Dikshitar
Ceremony held at Swatantrata Bhawan, BHU, Varanasi
Under Centre of Excellence for Indian Knowledge Systems (IIT-BHU)
Coin promotes Indian classical music heritage

Nov 05, 2026

Tamil Nadu unveils Battery Energy Storage Systems policy 2026

Tamil Nadu announced the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Policy, 2026, on 3 November 2026 in Chennai. The policy, coordinated by Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited as the State Nodal Agency, targets 2.5 GW/10 GWh of storage across three years. It mandates storage for new solar or solar-hybrid projects of 1 MW or more at 10% of capacity, with four-hour discharge, and requires standalone storage of at least 10% of sanctioned capacity for new substations. Existing substations must add 5% by FY2028 and a further 5% by FY2029. Projects eligible for a 100% waiver of transmission and wheeling charges for 10 years if discharged energy is used within Tamil Nadu. Procurement plans include 2,500 MW/10,000 MWh in phase one.

Policy target: 2.5 GW/10 GWh storage in 3 years.
New solar/hybrid projects: 10% storage, 4-hour discharge.
Substation storage: 10% for new; 5% each by FY2028 and FY2029 for existing.
100% charges waiver for 10 years for eligible projects within TN.
TN Green Energy Corporation Limited to coordinate implementation.

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