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NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 08 Oct 2026 02:04:12 AM

IndiGo Flight Hit By Lightning Mid-Air, Pilots Land Safely In Lucknow; All 110 On Board Safe

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An IndiGo flight was struck by lightning mid-air while en route to its destination. The skilled pilots managed to safely divert and land the aircraft in Lucknow. All 110 passengers and crew on board were reported safe with no injuries. Operations resumed normally after inspection.
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Environment & Ecology CURRENT AFFAIRS 07/10/2026 UPSC CSE

Consider the following statements regarding the recent investigation into killings in Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary:

  1. The sanctuary is located in Karnataka.
  2. The sanctuary lies close to the Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border.
  3. The investigation involved forensic evidence and examination of the alleged encounter site.
  4. Wildlife sanctuaries are outside the scope of criminal and judicial investigation.

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NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 08 Oct 2026 01:30:11 AM

Maharashtra Milk Adulteration Racket: Detergent, Industrial Chemical Found; 25 Arrested

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A major milk adulteration racket was busted in Maharashtra, where authorities found detergent, industrial chemicals, and harmful substances mixed into milk products. Police arrested 25 individuals involved in manufacturing and distributing adulterated milk, posing severe health risks to consumers. The operation spanned multiple districts, with raids conducted on illegal dairy units. Officials seized large quantities of contaminated milk and equipment used for adulteration.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Food adulteration food safety public health chemical contamination regulatory enforcement
NEW Hindustan Times Thu 08 Oct 2026 01:04:09 AM

India proposes senior diplomat Sudhakar Dalela as next ambassador to Nepal

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India has proposed senior diplomat Sudhakar Dalela as its next ambassador to Nepal, replacing Naveen Srivastava. Dalela, an experienced IFS officer, previously served in key diplomatic roles. Nepal's approval (agrément) is awaited before formal appointment.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India-Nepal relations diplomatic appointments bilateral diplomacy neighbourhood policy India’s foreign policy
NEW India Today Thu 08 Oct 2026 01:04:06 AM

Delhi senior citizen centres to get Rs 2.4 lakh annual aid

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The Delhi government announced Rs 2.4 lakh annual financial aid to senior citizen centres across the city. This funding aims to improve facilities, activities, and welfare programs for elderly residents, ensuring better healthcare, recreation, and social engagement for senior citizens in Delhi.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Senior citizen welfare social security elderly care government assistance social justice
NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 08 Oct 2026 12:30:03 AM

INDIA Bloc Jantar Mantar Protest Highlights: Rahul Gandhi Released After Nearly 2-Hour Detention, Total 91 Opposition Leaders Held Today

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The INDIA opposition bloc staged a major protest at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, against issues like price rise and unemployment. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was detained by Delhi Police for nearly two hours. A total of 91 opposition leaders were detained during the demonstration. Police imposed restrictions citing law and order concerns. The protest highlighted growing tensions between the ruling BJP government and the united opposition alliance ahead of key political developments.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Right to protest political demonstrations civil liberties police detention democratic dissent
NEW Moneycontrol Thu 08 Oct 2026 12:21:10 AM

मौत का मलबा! दिल्ली में सीमापुरी में बिल्डिंग गिरने से गर्भवती महिला समेत 3 की मौत

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# दिल्ली सीमापुरी बिल्डिंग हादसा

दिल्ली के सीमापुरी इलाके में एक जर्जर इमारत अचानक ढह गई, जिसमें एक गर्भवती महिला समेत 3 लोगों की दर्दनाक मौत हो गई। कई लोग मलबे में दबे रहे। बचाव दल ने घंटों ऑपरेशन चलाकर लोगों को निकाला। पुलिस ने जांच शुरू कर दी है।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Urban building collapse structural safety disaster response emergency rescue urban disaster preparedness
NEW Mint Thu 08 Oct 2026 12:04:12 AM

RBI hikes repo rate by 25bps: What it means and how it impacts you | All FAQs answered

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The RBI raised the repo rate by 25 basis points, increasing it to combat inflation. This makes borrowing costlier, raising EMIs on home, car, and personal loans. Deposits may earn higher interest. The move aims to control rising prices while balancing economic growth and liquidity in the market.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Monetary policy repo rate RBI MPC interest-rate transmission inflation management
NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 08 Oct 2026 12:04:08 AM

'In Public Interest': Mithun Chakraborty Appointed Bengal Govt Advisor, Gets Cabinet Minister Rank

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Veteran Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty has been appointed as an advisor to the West Bengal government, granted Cabinet Minister rank. The appointment, described as being "in public interest," was announced by the state administration. This move has sparked political discussions, as Mithun, a former Rajya Sabha MP linked to the BJP, now holds a key advisory role under the TMC-led Mamata Banerjee government.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area State government appointments cabinet rank executive powers administrative governance constitutional conventions
NEW The Hindu Thu 08 Oct 2026 12:04:02 AM

Nepal moves to amend laws to facilitate death registration of 5,285 still missing after August 26 floods

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Nepal is amending laws to enable death registration of 5,285 people still missing after devastating floods on August 26. The floods, triggered by heavy monsoon rains, caused massive destruction across the country. The legal changes aim to help families of missing persons obtain death certificates, enabling them to access insurance, property rights, and other legal entitlements. Authorities presume those untraced are dead, prompting this legislative move to ease bureaucratic hurdles for grieving families.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Flood disaster disaster victim identification death registration disaster governance Nepal flood management
NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 11:30:03 PM

Gas cylinder blast: Mother and minor daughter dead, four seriously injured in Bengaluru

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A gas cylinder exploded in a house in Bengaluru, killing a mother and her minor daughter. Four others were seriously injured and rushed to the hospital. The blast damaged the house and nearby structures. Police and fire officials reached the spot to investigate the cause of the explosion.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Gas cylinder accidents urban fire safety household hazards emergency response disaster preparedness
NEW Prabhat Khabar Wed 07 Oct 2026 11:21:09 PM

VIDEO: राहुल गांधी ने पीएम मोदी और शाह को ललकारा, बोले- मार्च रोक सकते हैं, हमारी इच्छाशक्ति नहीं

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राहुल गांधी ने भारत जोड़ो न्याय यात्रा के दौरान पीएम मोदी और गृहमंत्री अमित शाह को चुनौती दी। उन्होंने कहा कि सरकार उनकी यात्रा या मार्च रोक सकती है, लेकिन उनकी इच्छाशक्ति और जनता की आवाज को दबाना असंभव है। उन्होंने बेरोजगारी, महंगाई और सामाजिक न्याय के मुद्दे उठाए।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Right to protest political demonstrations civil liberties police restrictions democratic dissent
NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 11:21:02 PM

Three killed, eight injured after four-storey building collapses in Delhi’s Seemapuri

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A four-storey residential building collapsed in Delhi's Seemapuri area, killing three people and injuring eight others. Rescue teams, including NDRF, rushed to the spot to pull survivors from the rubble. Authorities suspect structural weakness as the cause.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Urban building collapse structural safety disaster response emergency rescue urban disaster preparedness
NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 11:04:06 PM

Seemapuri Building Collapse: 3 Dead, Including Pregnant Woman And Child, Rescue Operations Continue

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A building collapsed in Seemapuri, Delhi, killing three people, including a pregnant woman and a child. Several others were trapped under debris. Emergency rescue teams, including NDRF, were deployed to search for survivors. Authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the collapse.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Urban building collapse structural safety disaster response emergency rescue urban disaster preparedness
NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 10:47:07 PM

SFI protests against Keralam Higher Education Minister

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SFI (Students' Federation of India) staged protests against Kerala Higher Education Minister R. Bindu over various issues including alleged failures in the higher education sector, university appointment controversies, and academic reforms. Activists demanded accountability and policy changes to address student concerns across Kerala's universities.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Higher education governance student protests institutional accountability freedom of expression education policy
NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 10:47:03 PM

AAP Protests Across Punjab Over ED-CBI Raids, Accuses BJP Of Targeting Mann Govt

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AAP workers staged massive protests across Punjab against ED-CBI raids, alleging BJP is using central agencies to destabilize the Bhagwant Mann-led government. Party leaders accused BJP of political vendetta, claiming raids target AAP leaders to undermine their governance and divert attention from development work in Punjab.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area ED-CBI investigations Centre-State relations federalism investigative agency accountability political executive

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