October 2, 2026: The nation is observing the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, with leaders and citizens paying homage. Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ideas aimed at finding a mutually acceptable solution to the Ukraine conflict.
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- Nation Pays Homage to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri on Birth Anniversaries
The nation is paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his 157th birth anniversary and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri. President Droupadi Murmu attended a Sarva Dharma Prarthana Sabha at Rajghat and paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi. - Putin Says PM Modi Has Ideas to Find Mutually Acceptable Solution to Ukraine Conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has very good ideas aimed at finding a mutually acceptable solution to the Ukraine conflict. Speaking at the Valdai Forum, Putin said Modi regularly raises the issue of ending the war during their discussions. - Civil Aviation Ministry Launches Reforms to Simplify and Speed Up Aviation Security Processes
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has initiated a series of reforms aimed at making aviation security processes simpler and quicker for people working at Indian airports. The reforms concern operational efficiency and ease of doing business in airport security processes. - NITI Aayog’s Rajiv Gauba Highlights Regulation and Market Reforms for India’s Energy Security
NITI Aayog Member Rajiv Gauba highlighted the role of regulation, market-oriented reforms and institutional capacity in strengthening India’s energy security. He also linked the reforms in the petroleum and natural gas sector with India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 goals. - CJI Surya Kant Calls for Technology to Make Justice More Accessible and Responsive
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said technology must be harnessed to make justice more accessible, transparent and responsive while protecting constitutional values and the human character of adjudication. - Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav Meets PM Modi, Briefs Him on State Development Works
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and briefed him on development works and welfare schemes underway in the state. They also discussed issues related to Madhya Pradesh’s achievements and investments. - India, Jordan Discuss Stronger Cooperation in Textiles and Apparel Sector
A high-level Jordanian delegation led by Secretary-General of Jordan’s Ministry of Investment Zaher Al Qatarneh met Textiles Secretary Neelam Shami Rao in New Delhi. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the textiles and apparel sector. - Amit Shah Pays Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on 157th Birth Anniversary
Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi on his 157th birth anniversary. In a social media post, Shah said Gandhi viewed Swaraj not merely as the goal of freedom but as the foundation of self-respect and self-reliance. - International Day of Older Persons Observed at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre
A programme was organised at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre to mark the International Day of Older Persons 2026. Lectures and street plays were held to raise awareness about health-related issues and the overall well-being of older persons. - Arjun Ram Meghwal Participates in Plantation Drive Under Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign
Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal participated in a plantation drive at the India International Arbitration Centre in New Delhi under the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign. He highlighted the importance of cleanliness in creating a productive environment.
