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National Governance & Policy 23 Oct 2026, 08:01 PM IST

Mysuru Among 17 Cities Chosen for PM SVANidhi Street Food Hubs

Mysuru has been selected as one of 17 cities for a new street food hub initiative under the Union government’s PM SVANidhi programme, aimed at creating organised vending spaces with better hygiene and customer facilities. The move is designed to formalise a vital urban food economy while improving food safety, vendor livelihoods and the public experience in high-footfall areas.

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National Governance & Policy23 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

K.P. Sahadevan, Veteran Kerala CPI(M) Leader and Trade Unionist, Dies at 89

K.P. Sahadevan, a former CPI(M) State committee member and long-serving trade union organiser in Kerala, has died at the age of 89. His death marks the loss of a prominent figure in the state’s labour movement, where he was closely associated with the Centre of Indian Trade Unions and its political ecosystem.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance20 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

NBFCs Now Drive Half of India’s New-to-Credit Borrowers, Up From 24% in 2016: TransUnion CIBIL-FIDC

Non-banking finance companies now account for 50% of India’s new-to-credit borrowers, up sharply from 24% in 2016, according to a TransUnion CIBIL-FIDC report covering about 2,000 NBFCs. The findings underscore how lenders outside the banking system have become a critical gateway for first-time borrowers, including in vehicle finance and mobility-linked credit.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 02:38 AM IST

SFI Claims Sweep on 30 Campuses in Kozhikode College Union Polls

The Students’ Federation of India has claimed a strong showing in the latest college union elections in Kozhikode, saying it secured victories on 30 campuses. The result underscores the organisation’s continued influence in Kerala’s student politics, where campus contests often serve as a barometer of wider ideological strength and organisational reach.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:02 AM IST

India Reasserts Ladakh Is Integral as China Denies Recognising Union Territory

India has rejected China’s assertion that Ladakh was created “unilaterally and illegally,” reiterating that the Union Territory is an integral part of the country. The exchange underscores the continuing diplomatic friction between New Delhi and Beijing over sovereignty, even as both sides manage a broader and fragile relationship shaped by border tensions and strategic competition.

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National Governance & Policy14 Oct 2026, 01:05 PM IST

L. Murugan Resigns from Union Ministry and Rajya Sabha, Fueling Talk of a Pre-Deepavali Cabinet Reset

Union Minister L. Murugan has resigned from the Union Council of Ministers and stepped down from the Rajya Sabha, intensifying speculation that the government is preparing a pre-Deepavali reshuffle or reset. His exit comes amid a series of recent ministerial term completions and vacancies that have already altered the composition of the Council of Ministers.

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National Governance & Policy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

India’s Statistics Ministry Seeks Wider Labour Lens in PLFS, Eyes Unpaid Work and Platform Jobs

India’s statistics ministry has proposed changes to the Periodic Labour Force Survey to better capture unpaid work and the fast-growing digital platform workforce, in a move that could sharpen the country’s labour-market picture. The proposal reflects a broader push to measure economic activity that traditional surveys often miss, including household care, volunteer work and unpaid trainee roles.

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National Governance & Policy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Women and Child Development Ministry Trains Senior Officials on AI Under Special Campaign 6.0

The Ministry of Women and Child Development has held an artificial intelligence workshop for senior officials as part of Special Campaign 6.0, signaling a push to modernize administrative practice through data-driven tools. The initiative reflects a broader government effort to improve efficiency, record management, and service delivery across public institutions.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 07:06 PM IST

Sports Ministry Reviews Asian Games Plans, Presses India to Deliver Results and Build for 2030

India’s sports ministry has undertaken a wide-ranging review of the country’s Asian Games performance, with the discussion extending beyond immediate results to the deeper question of whether the system is preparing athletes for sustained success. The review also addressed the sensitive issue of injured athletes travelling to Aichi-Nagoya, a concern raised by Indian Olympic Association president P.T. Usha, while examining readiness for the 2028 Olympics, the Commonwealth Games and the 2030 Asian Games.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 04:22 PM IST

Finance Ministry to Review Bank-Led Push on Financial Inclusion on Tuesday

The Finance Ministry will meet heads of banks on Tuesday to assess the progress of India’s flagship financial inclusion programmes, including Jan Dhan, Mudra, and key insurance schemes. The review is expected to focus on account penetration, credit access for small businesses, and the depth of social security coverage across the banking system.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance15 Oct 2026, 01:38 PM IST

Finance Ministry to Review Bank-Led Push on Financial Inclusion on Tuesday

The Finance Ministry will meet heads of banks on Tuesday to assess the pace and reach of India’s financial inclusion agenda, with a particular focus on flagship schemes such as Jan Dhan, Mudra, and key social security programmes. The review is expected to examine how effectively banks are expanding access to savings, credit, insurance, and entrepreneurship support across underserved segments.

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India Sports & Cricket15 Oct 2026, 10:12 AM IST

Sports Ministry to Conduct Day-Long Review of India’s Asian Games 2026 Performance Next Week

The Sports Ministry is preparing a detailed, day-long review of India’s below-par performance at the Asian Games 2026, with Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya expected to lead the exercise next week. The meeting is likely to examine results across disciplines, assess preparation gaps, and identify structural fixes as India recalibrates its continental ambitions.

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