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Government Extends Tenure of 16th Finance Commission

October 17, 2025

 

  • Prolongation of the deadline of the 16 th Finance Commission: The Government of India has provided a further extension of the deadline of the 16 th Finance Commission to 30 November 2025.
  • Chairperson: Arvind Panagariya is the Commission chairperson.
  • Mandate: Recommends tax revenue allocation between Centre and States in 20262031, and the fiscal mechanism of disaster management.
  • Constituted On: 31 December 2023 as a constitutional institution under Article 280.

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Railways introduces New Door to Door Freight and Parcel Services

October 17, 2025

 

  • Situation: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launches three new logistics services.
  • Goal: Enhance door-to-door rail logistics, increase last mile connectivity, decrease road reliance, and decrease logistics expenses.

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Armenia Joins IUCN

October 17, 2025

 

  • News: Armenia joins the IUCN as a State Member.
  • Platform: 2025 World conservation congress, Abu Dhabi.
  • Significance: Enhances the participation of Armenia in the international environmental collaboration and conservation of biodiversity.

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70th Filmfare Awards 2025

October 17, 2025

 

  • Event: 70th Filmfare Awards 2025
  • Venue: EKA Arena, Kankaria Lake, Ahmedabad
  • Hosts: Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, Maniesh Paul
  • Performances: Shah Rukh Khan, Kriti Sanon, Kajol

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NSD And Bharat Bhawan MoU to Revive Rangmandal Repertory

October 17, 2025

 

  • Event: National School of Drama (NSD) and Bharat Bhawan, Bhopal sign MoU to revive Rangmandal Repertory after 20+ years of dormancy.
  • Date of MoU: 11 October 2025
  • Dignitaries Present: Union Minister for Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav

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