Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann released a three-volume historical work titled Punjab Da Itihaas at Punjab Kala Bhawan. The work runs to about 1,980 pages and documents Punjab’s historical development, cultural and social heritage, sacrifices and contribution to India. Mann said Punjab has long been an important centre of art, literature and culture, and the publication preserves this legacy for future generations. The volumes cover different eras and emphasize Punjab’s role in national history. The event drew scholars and writers and highlighted a push to preserve regional history for a broader audience.
Punjab Da Itihaas released by CM Mann at Punjab Kala Bhawan.
Three-volume work, about 1,980 pages.
Documents Punjab’s history, culture and heritage.
Emphasises Punjab’s contribution to India’s history.
Event gathered scholars and writers to celebrate regional history.
Oct 04, 2026
5th Kautilya Economic Conclave Held in New Delhi, 3–5 October 2026
The 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC) 2026 was held in New Delhi from 3 to 5 October 2026 under the theme “Resilience in an Age of Flux.” The Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) organised the event in partnership with the Ministry of Finance. Policymakers, economists, academics, business leaders, and other experts discussed economic and policy issues and shared actionable ideas. Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan delivered the inaugural address. The conclave focused on strengthening resilience amid rapid global economic and geopolitical changes, with panels on growth, reform, and innovation. It provided a platform for policy recommendations to support India’s economy in a challenging environment.
KEC 2026 took place in New Delhi on 3–5 October 2026.
Theme: Resilience in an Age of Flux.
Organised by Institute of Economic Growth in partnership with the Ministry of Finance.
Inaugural address delivered by Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan.
Odisha Announces ₹11 Lakh Reward for Indian Women’s Hockey Team
Odisha announced a cash reward of ₹11 lakh for each player of the Indian women’s hockey team after their gold medal victory at the 2026 Asian Games. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi made the announcement, saying that players would receive ₹11 lakh each, while members of the support staff would get ₹5.5 lakh each. The prize recognises the team’s historic success and aims to encourage continued excellence in hockey. The decision follows India’s Asian Games gold, which boosted national pride in hockey and related sports programs. The reward signals strong state support for national teams competing on the world stage.
Odisha announced ₹11 lakh per player and ₹5.5 lakh per staff member for the women’s hockey team.
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the prize after the Asian Games gold.
The move recognises hockey’s role in national sports success.
The award aligns with India’s Olympic and Asian Games ambitions.
Oct 03, 2026
Captain Smit Machchhar awarded Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award for bravery
Captain Smit Machchhar, a senior Indian airline pilot, has been selected by the Government of Gujarat for the Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award. The recognition honours his exceptional courage during a serious mid-air incident on a Flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Reports say Machchhar was assaulted by his co-pilot, who allegedly attempted to endanger the aircraft. Despite injuries, the captain reportedly maintained command, kept passengers calm, and opened the cockpit door to enable intervention by crew and passengers. The crew managed to divert the flight and land safely in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, saving more than 170 people on board. The incident drew praise from Indian and international leaders for Machchhar’s presence of mind and bravery.
Incident involved a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.
Captain Machchhar reportedly faced an assault by his co-pilot.
He opened the cockpit door to allow intervention by crew and passengers.
Flight diverted to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia; over 170 people were saved.
Gujarat government announced Vishisht Gujarat Garima Award for bravery.
National and international leaders praised Machchhar’s actions.