Extending essential healthcare services to residents of remote and underserved areas of Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian Army has successfully concluded a two-day Mega Medical Camp at Government Higher Secondary School, Basantgarh, under Operation Sadbhavana, with 2,130 patients registered over October 17 and 18. The initiative reflects the Army’s continued efforts to bridge gaps in healthcare access in geographically challenging regions, where distance and limited medical facilities can make timely treatment difficult for local communities. The camp brought together medical specialists and healthcare professionals to provide consultations and treatment across multiple disciplines, including general medicine, paediatrics, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, dental care,…
Author: Pratyusha Mukherjee
Ms Pratyusha Mukherjee, an Independent Sr. Broadcast Journalist working for British media with 25 years of experience in covering the east and northeast, with specialisation in Defence, Sports & Current Affairs. In her illustrated career she has covered many major events and achieved International and National media awards for Journalism.
In an innovative initiative to raise awareness against substance abuse and encourage youth participation in the fight against drug addiction, the 47 Assam Remount and Veterinary (R&V) Squadron of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Guwahati, organised a horse-mounted awareness rally under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan at Khanapara on October 16. The rally featured NCC cadets from the College of Veterinary Science, Khanapara, riding horses to draw public attention to the dangers of substance abuse and spread the message of a healthy, drug-free society. A total of 50 NCC cadets participated in the campaign with enthusiasm, demonstrating their commitment to…
Reinforcing its role as a key pillar of security, community engagement and grassroots development in Northeast India, Assam Rifles has undertaken a series of people-centric initiatives across Manipur, focusing on youth empowerment, women’s economic independence, environmental sustainability, public health, community trust and operational fitness. Through coordinated outreach programmes conducted between October 15 and 17 across Kakching, Churachandpur, Kamjong and Imphal West districts, the force has combined its security responsibilities with practical measures to strengthen livelihoods, promote social harmony and deepen engagement with local communities. The initiatives underline Assam Rifles’ broader commitment to Winning Hearts and Minds (WHAM), recognising that lasting…
The Indian Army conducted the first day of a two-day Mega Medical Camp at Government Higher Secondary School, Basantgarh, in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, under Operation Sadbhavana on October 17, bringing essential healthcare services closer to residents of remote and underserved communities. The camp received an encouraging response, with approximately 600 patients registering for medical assistance on the opening day. A dedicated team of medical professionals provided comprehensive healthcare services, including general medicine, eye examinations, dental care, cardiac screening, respiratory care and ENT consultations. Special attention was given to the healthcare needs of elderly citizens, women and children. Free…
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has called upon India’s youth to become active partners in nation-building and lead the country’s transformation into a developed nation by 2047. Addressing the Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvaad at S. M. Jadeja Arts and Commerce College in Kutiyana, Porbandar district, on Saturday, the Minister emphasised that the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 could be achieved through youth leadership, patriotism, discipline, civic responsibility and collective commitment. Highlighting the significance of the 25-year Amrit Kaal leading up to the centenary of India’s Independence, Mandaviya said every citizen has a role to play…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called for unity within world football and reaffirmed the governing body’s commitment to supporting its 211 Member Associations, as the FIFA Council met at the Home of FIFA in Zurich for the first time following the FIFA World Cup 2026. The meeting focused on increasing investment in global football development, addressing criticism surrounding the withdrawn FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal and examining potential reforms to FIFA’s governance framework. In a major development, FIFA’s administration proposed the FIFA Surplus Solidarity Programme, which aims to increase planned football development funding for the 2027–2030 cycle to USD 6.35…
Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has urged National Sports Federations (NSFs) to take greater responsibility for India’s sporting performance and build a sustainable pipeline of champions following the country’s fourth-place finish at the 2026 Asian Games. Addressing representatives of major sports federations at a review meeting on Thursday, Dr Mandaviya called for greater coordination among stakeholders to sustain India’s progress in international sports. He emphasised that the country must move beyond dependence on a handful of star performers and develop a broader pool of athletes capable of winning medals consistently across sporting cycles. “How long…
The second edition of the Jamsaheb Memorial Youth Exchange Programme was held from 7 to 14 October 2026. A 19-member Polish youth delegation visited Gujarat, Maharashtra and New Delhi. The programme comprised of visits to sites of shared historical significance, cultural engagements, visits to institutions showcasing India’s scientific, economic and cultural development and interactions with senior Indian leadership. The programme was announced by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi during his State visit to Poland in August 2024 and forms part of the Five-Year Action Plan (2024–2028) for the India–Poland Strategic Partnership. It envisages an annual exchange of Polish youth…
The 29-year-old goalkeeper returns to the national squad after more than nine months on the sidelines, with the added motivation of representing India on home soil in Punjab for the first time. After spending more than nine months away from international action, Indian goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak is ready to make his comeback count at the Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026. The 29-year-old, who continued to hone his skills with India’s development team in Bengaluru, is determined to seize the opportunity as he prepares to represent the country in his home state of Punjab for the first time. While the…
The Special Joint State Representatives and Additional Director Generals’ Conference 2026 concluded in Guwahati on 15 October 2026, reaffirming the collective commitment of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), the Ministry of Defence and participating State Governments to strengthening the NCC ecosystem, expanding opportunities for youth and harnessing their potential for nation-building. The Conference was held under the aegis of the NCC Directorate, North Eastern Region, and chaired by the Minister Of State for Defence, Shri Sanjay Seth. The Conference brought together senior representatives of State Governments, the Ministry of Defence and NCC leadership to deliberate on key policy, administrative, financial…