Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign 4.0 Begins 60-Day Nationwide Drive
The Health Ministry launched a 60-day campaign focused on tobacco prevention, cessation, enforcement and tobacco-free campuses.
Current Affairs
Official government updates, national events and public-interest developments.
Nasha Mukt Yuva Viksit Bharat Quiz Open Until 25 November
The nationwide quiz is open through 25 November 2026; check the official portal for participation terms.
SARAS Food Festival 2026 Scheduled for 21 November to 8 December
The official FY 2026–27 SARAS calendar schedules the food festival at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi, from 21 November to 8 December.
SARAS Aajeevika Mela in Gurugram Runs Through 6 November
The Gurugram SARAS Aajeevika Mela is scheduled at Leisure Valley Park through 6 November 2026, featuring rural women’s self-help groups and artisans.
Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026: Events from 1 to 15 November
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs scheduled a nationwide Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada from 1–15 November, ending on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas.
Central DA and DR Raised by 3% from July 2026
The Union Cabinet approved a 3% Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief increase effective 1 July 2026, taking the rate to 63%.
Jaipur–Tatanagar–Santragachi Express Flagged Off: Rajasthan Connectivity Update
The new Jaipur (Khatipura)–Tatanagar–Santragachi Express was flagged off on 26 October 2026, connecting Rajasthan with Jamshedpur and Kolkata.