Category: National

The Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) has announced a new toll-free helpline number — 1515 — for the POSHAN and Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) schemes. The new number will be operational from 1st November 2025, replacing the existing 14408 helpline. Key Highlights: Source: Click Here

The Border Security Force (BSF) has begun training 150 dogs of the Rampur Hound and Mudhol Hound breeds for border guarding, counterinsurgency operations, and special tasks. Key Highlights: Source: IE

The Indian government is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies to bridge the country’s vast linguistic diversity through platforms like Bhashini, BharatGen, and Adi-Vaani. Source: Click Here

The Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) program, launched in July 2025 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), aims to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) competencies into India’s educational framework, strengthening the country’s position in global technological advancements. The initiative coincides with the 10-year milestone of the Skill India Mission, which has empowered millions through skilling schemes since 2015. Key Highlights: Source: Click Here

On 22 October, President Droupadi Murmu made a historic visit to the Lord Ayyappa temple in Sabarimala, becoming the first woman President of India to offer prayers at the revered hilltop shrine. She is only the second President to visit the temple, after VV Giri in the 1970s. Key Highlights:

President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the observance of the Mahasamadhi Centenary of Sree Narayana Guru at Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala, Kerala, on 23 October. The event commemorates 100 years since the Mahasamadhi of the revered saint, philosopher, and social reformer. Key Highlights: Source: Click here

Project Arunank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 18th Raising Day on 24 October at Naharlagun, marking over 17 years of dedicated service in strengthening infrastructure and connectivity across Arunachal Pradesh’s remote and high-altitude regions. Key Highlights: Source Click here

The Indian Navy on 23 October received ‘Mahe’, the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWCs) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi. Named after the historic port town of Mahe in Puducherry, the vessel honours India’s maritime heritage and marks a major step forward in indigenous naval shipbuilding. Key Highlights: Source Click here

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has achieved a significant milestone in strengthening India’s maritime security with the launch of two advanced Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) — ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit — at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) on Friday. Key Highlights: Source Click here

The Union Home Ministry (MHA) officials have indicated to the Leh Apex Body (LAB) and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) that Ladakh could be considered for special provisions under Article 371 of the Constitution. About Article 371 (Source: TH)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali on October 20 aboard INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, spending the festival with Indian Navy personnel off the Goa coast. Symbol of India’s Naval Self-Reliance Legacy and Meaning Design and Capabilities Source: HT

According to the National Health Authority’s (NHA) Annual Report 2024-25, women account for 49% of total hospital admissions under India’s flagship health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), signaling improved access to institutional healthcare for women. Top Treatments Availed The report highlights the most common treatments under AB-PMJAY: About AB-PMJAY Key Initiatives and Expansions Healthcare Access Patterns Significance The report reflects progress towards gender equity in healthcare Read More …