Author: Rishabh Sharma

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked the eighth anniversary of the launch of Ayushman Bharat, highlighting its role in transforming public health accessibility, reducing out-of-pocket medical expenditures, and expanding primary care across India. Recognized as the world’s largest publicly funded health assurance initiative, the scheme currently delivers comprehensive tertiary hospitalization coverage to over 60 crore citizens alongside a nationwide network of primary health centers. Core Achievements & Strategic Milestones Universal Coverage Mandate: Provides annual health insurance coverage of ₹5 lakh per family for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization, catering to more than 60 crore eligible beneficiaries across low-…

NEW DELHI — The Ministry of Textiles has officially launched its operational framework for Special Campaign 6, a nationwide government efficiency and cleanliness initiative directed by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG). Running from October 2 to October 31, 2026, the campaign prioritizes institutionalizing workplace cleanliness, reducing pending official references, and executing a targeted drive for the scientific collection, segregation, and disposal of electronic waste across all attached divisions and field offices. Campaign Architecture & Strategic Directives Phased Implementation Schedule: Preparatory Phase (September 15–30, 2026): Identification of targets, including pending references from Members of Parliament, State Governments,…

NEW DELHI — The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has initiated active participation in Special Campaign 6, a national administrative efficiency and cleanliness drive organized by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG). Under the direction of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, the initiative focuses on institutionalizing workplace cleanliness (Swachhata), accelerating the disposal of pending public grievances, and optimizing administrative record management across central and field offices. Campaign Structure & Strategic Directives Implementation Timeline: Conducted in two structured phases—a Preparation Phase running from September 15 to September 30, 2026, followed by the Implementation Phase from October 2…

MUMBAI — SBI Life Insurance Company Limited has expanded its board leadership with the induction of Nihar Niranjan Jambusaria as an Additional Independent Director. Bringing over four decades of core financial and corporate tax experience, Jambusaria adds substantial institutional capability to the board’s governance, audit, and tax advisory functions.

NEYVELI — Dr. Prasanna Kumar Acharya, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of NLC India Limited, has been granted additional charge of the post of Director (Finance) at the Navratna Public Sector Enterprise, with effect from September 17, 2026. The interim arrangement, sanctioned for an initial three-month tenure, ensures seamless leadership across the company’s financial operations and strategic capital programs.

SANT KABIR NAGAR — Electronics engineer and 2017-batch IAS officer Anuj Malik has taken charge as the new District Magistrate of Sant Kabir Nagar, assuming formal responsibilities at the district treasury. Malik, who secured All India Rank 16 in the 2016 UPSC Examination in her first attempt, transitions to district governance after leading industrial estate expansion and regional investments for over three years in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

ETAH — Civil servant M. Arunmozhi (IAS: 2017) has officially assumed charge as the District Magistrate of Etah, taking office at the district treasury to lead the district’s administrative machinery. An engineering graduate (B.Tech) by training, Arunmozhi brings a record of tech-driven rural monitoring, urban development, and food distribution management from her prior postings across Uttar Pradesh.

NEW DELHI — Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended national greetings on the occasion of Ayurveda Day, reaffirming the role of traditional Indian medicine systems in promoting holistic healthcare and preventative wellness. In a public message, the Prime Minister highlighted Ayurveda as a comprehensive framework for balanced living rather than a system confined to clinical treatment, calling for greater adoption of indigenous medical heritage across the country. Key Directives & Cultural Reference National Outreach: Emphasized the integration of traditional healthcare practices into daily life to support disease prevention and overall well-being. Textual Citation: Shared a classical Sanskrit Subhashitam defining the core…

BHOPAL — State-run power major NTPC Limited, through its Vindhyachal and Gadarwara units, has launched an interactive mega pavilion at the 13th Bhopal Vigyan Mela, currently underway at Barkatullah University from September 22 to September 26, 2026. Organized by Vigyan Bharati in partnership with the Madhya Pradesh Council of Science and Technology, the exhibition features NTPC’s technological advancements in green hydrogen, renewable power generation, sustainable ash utilization, and community development. Key Exhibition Highlights & Green Initiatives Green Hydrogen Model: Displayed a working model of NTPC Green Energy Limited’s (NGEL) upcoming flagship Green Hydrogen Hub at Pudimadaka. Renewable Energy Diorama: Demonstrated…

NEW DELHI — Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the 3rd National Conference of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Heads of States and Union Territories in New Delhi, setting a national deadline of December 31, 2029, to systematically eliminate illicit narcotics networks across India. During the conference, the Home Minister released the comprehensive Vision Document 2026–2029, launched dedicated anti-narcotics awareness campaigns, introduced a redesigned Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) digital portal, and laid the foundation stones for new NCB zonal complexes in Lucknow and Dehradun. Strategic Framework & Operational Directives National Mission Target: Unanimous commitment to uproot the…