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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 09:47:07 AM

Step inside Alsisar Haveli in Jaipur, a royal residence built in 1892 that reflects Rajasthan’s rich heritage

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Jaipur’s 1892 Alsisar Haveli remains a landmark of Shekhawat Rajput grandeur, showcasing how historic estates bridge past traditions and modern hospitality. Built as a city residence for noble royalty, the heritage property preserves authentic frescoes, grand courtyards, and gilded halls while functioning as a world-class hotel, offering visitors an immersive glimpse into Rajasthan’s royal architectural legacy.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - I Art & Culture
Focus Area Rajasthan’s architectural heritage havelis Rajput architecture heritage tourism cultural conservation
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Step inside Alsisar Haveli in Jaipur, a royal residence built in 1892 that reflects Rajasthan’s rich heritage

Step inside Alsisar Haveli in Jaipur, a royal residence built in 1892 that reflects Rajasthan’s rich heritage

Step inside Alsisar Haveli in Jaipur, a royal residence built in 1892 that reflects Rajasthan’s rich heritage

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Economy DAILY PRACTICE 28/10/2026 UPSC CSE

Q 1.

With reference to India's manufacturing sector and global supply chains, consider the following statements:

  1. Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes aim to encourage domestic manufacturing by providing incentives linked to production.
  2. The availability of competitive labour costs alone is sufficient to make a country a global manufacturing hub.
  3. Trade tensions between Europe and China may create opportunities for India to attract investment seeking diversified supply chains.
  4. The National Logistics Policy aims to improve logistics efficiency and reduce logistics costs in India.

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NEW Barandbench Thu 29 Oct 2026 09:47:03 AM

PIL before Supreme Court flags impact of transgender law on biological women, seeks safeguards

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The Supreme Court of India sought the Union Government's response to a PIL filed by Women's Declaration International India. The petition flags the impact of transgender rights legislation on statutory protections reserved for biological women, including local body seat reservations, prison accommodations, female sports participation, and police search protocols. While supporting transgender rights, the plea urges safeguards to prevent the dilution of sex-based protections.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Transgender rights women’s rights equality before law NALSA judgment (2014)
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PIL before Supreme Court flags impact of transgender law on biological women, seeks safeguards

PIL before Supreme Court flags impact of transgender law on biological women, seeks safeguards

PIL before Supreme Court flags impact of transgender law on biological women, seeks safeguards

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NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:30:15 AM

'Lawyers Have Hybrid Option, No Work From Home For Judges': SC Justice Vikram Nath On Delhi's Post-Diwali Pollution

SUMMARY
Refusing to defer a hearing post-Diwali, Supreme Court Justice Vikram Nath remarked that air pollution in Delhi will severely deteriorate after the festival. Responding to Senior Advocate Indira Jaising, he noted that while advocates have the option to work virtually and avoid toxic air, judges must physically preside over courtrooms. The exchange highlights growing concerns over post-Diwali AQI spikes and firecracker regulations.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Delhi air pollution post-Diwali pollution Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)
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'Lawyers Have Hybrid Option, No Work From Home For Judges': SC Justice Vikram Nath On Delhi's Post-Diwali Pollution

'Lawyers Have Hybrid Option, No Work From Home For Judges': SC Justice Vikram Nath On Delhi's Post-Diwali Pollution

'Lawyers Have Hybrid Option, No Work From Home For Judges': SC Justice Vikram Nath On Delhi's Post-Diwali Pollution

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NEW Markets-Economic Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:30:11 AM

RBI accepts 20 bps higher treasury bill cutoff yields than last auction

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The Reserve Bank of India accepted treasury bill cutoff yields approximately 20 basis points higher than the previous auction, signaling tightening liquidity conditions and rising short-term borrowing costs. This reflects market expectations of firmer interest rates, impacting government borrowing expenses and indicating shifting monetary policy sentiment amid evolving economic conditions.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Treasury bills government borrowing yield movements monetary policy
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RBI accepts 20 bps higher treasury bill cutoff yields than last auction

RBI accepts 20 bps higher treasury bill cutoff yields than last auction

RBI accepts 20 bps higher treasury bill cutoff yields than last auction

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:30:04 AM

वोटर ID से AI तक: कितना बदला चुनाव का तरीका? फर्जी वोटिंग रोकने में कितनी कारगर है टेक्नोलॉजी?

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भारत में फोटो वोटर कार्ड से लेकर आधार लिंकिंग और आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस (AI) का इस्तेमाल डुप्लिकेट प्रविष्टियों और फर्जी वोटिंग को रोकने के लिए बढ़ा है। ERONET और AI एल्गोरिदम तस्वीरों व पतों के असामान्य पैटर्न पकड़ते हैं। हालांकि, विशेषज्ञ मानते हैं कि केवल तकनीक फर्जी वोटिंग रोकने की पूर्ण गारंटी नहीं है; इसके लिए पारदर्शी सत्यापन, मजबूत डेटा सुरक्षा और प्रशासनिक जवाबदेही भी उतनी ही अनिवार्य है।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Electoral integrity technology-enabled governance data privacy algorithmic bias free and fair elections
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वोटर ID से AI तक: कितना बदला चुनाव का तरीका? फर्जी वोटिंग रोकने में कितनी कारगर है टेक्नोलॉजी?

वोटर ID से AI तक: कितना बदला चुनाव का तरीका? फर्जी वोटिंग रोकने में कितनी कारगर है टेक्नोलॉजी?

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NEW Markets-Economic Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:21:08 AM

Patna to raise Rs 200 crore via municipal bonds

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The Patna Municipal Corporation is issuing ₹200 crore in 10-year municipal bonds to fund local urban infrastructure, marking Bihar's inaugural municipal bond issue. Securing an 'AA' credit rating from India Ratings & Research for its improved financial discipline and revenue collection, the bonds will list on the National Stock Exchange. Capital raised will redevelop the New Market area and construct organized street vendor zones.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Municipal bonds urban local bodies SEBI AMRUT urban infrastructure
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Patna to raise Rs 200 crore via municipal bonds

Patna to raise Rs 200 crore via municipal bonds

Patna to raise Rs 200 crore via municipal bonds

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NEW Dainik Bhaskar Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:21:03 AM

चक्रवाती तूफान ‘अर्नब’ से आंध्र-ओडिशा में तबाही, 5 की मौत:राजस्थान, MP, यूपी और बिहार में भारी बारिश का अलर्ट

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बंगाल की खाड़ी से उठे चक्रवाती तूफान 'अर्नब' ने आंध्र प्रदेश और ओडिशा के तटीय इलाकों में भारी तबाही मचाई है, जिसमें अब तक 5 लोगों की मौत हो चुकी है। 135-150 किमी/घंटे की रफ्तार से चली हवाओं और मूसलाधार बारिश से पेड़ व बिजली के खंभे उखड़ गए। तूफान के अंतर्देशीय रुख करने के साथ ही मौसम विभाग ने मध्य प्रदेश, उत्तर प्रदेश, बिहार और राजस्थान में भारी बारिश और तेज हवाओं का अलर्ट जारी किया है।
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Tropical cyclones IMD cyclone warning NDMA National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project
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चक्रवाती तूफान ‘अर्नब’ से आंध्र-ओडिशा में तबाही, 5 की मौत:राजस्थान, MP, यूपी और बिहार में भारी बारिश का अलर्ट

चक्रवाती तूफान ‘अर्नब’ से आंध्र-ओडिशा में तबाही, 5 की मौत:राजस्थान, MP, यूपी और बिहार में भारी बारिश का अलर्ट

चक्रवाती तूफान ‘अर्नब’ से आंध्र-ओडिशा में तबाही, 5 की मौत:राजस्थान, MP, यूपी और बिहार में भारी बारिश का अलर्ट

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:04:10 AM

Supreme Court questions Election Commission on use of Form 6, ‘logical discrepancy’ notices to voters amid SIR

SUMMARY
The Supreme Court questioned the Election Commission regarding the requirement for existing voters to submit Form 6 during Delhi’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR). A Bench led by CJI Surya Kant flagged structural incongruities in forcing previously enrolled electors to register afresh. The Court clarified that the legality of categorizing voters under "logical discrepancies" remains undecided, urging the poll panel to maintain a continuous, flexible updating process.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission of India Article 324 Form 6 electoral rolls Representation of the People Act
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Supreme Court questions Election Commission on use of Form 6, ‘logical discrepancy’ notices to voters amid SIR

Supreme Court questions Election Commission on use of Form 6, ‘logical discrepancy’ notices to voters amid SIR

Supreme Court questions Election Commission on use of Form 6, ‘logical discrepancy’ notices to voters amid SIR

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NEW The Hindu Thu 29 Oct 2026 08:04:03 AM

Poland pivots towards India as ‘strategic partnership’ with China develops cracks

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Poland is accelerating its strategic realignment toward India as its relationship with China faces growing strains over trade imbalances and geopolitical tensions. Following high-level discussions, both nations agreed to expand bilateral cooperation. The upgraded partnership focuses on joint ventures, defense manufacturing, space technology, clean energy, and a dedicated startup bridge to strengthen economic and diplomatic resilience.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area Multi-alignment economic diplomacy China–Europe relations strategic autonomy India’s engagement with Europe
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Poland pivots towards India as ‘strategic partnership’ with China develops cracks

Poland pivots towards India as ‘strategic partnership’ with China develops cracks

Poland pivots towards India as ‘strategic partnership’ with China develops cracks

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 07:30:04 AM

Delhi’s future planning must involve efficient partnerships

SUMMARY
Delhi’s complex urban challenges—spanning housing, mobility, water, and sanitation—demand multi-sectoral collaboration rather than siloed governance. To build a resilient and sustainable capital, urban planners emphasize that future growth under frameworks like the Delhi Master Plan must integrate public-private partnerships, technology, and community participation to effectively manage rapid urbanization, environmental pressures, and modern infrastructure demands.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Public–Private Partnership (PPP) urban local bodies urban governance smart cities
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Delhi’s future planning must involve efficient partnerships

Delhi’s future planning must involve efficient partnerships

Delhi’s future planning must involve efficient partnerships

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 07:04:07 AM

New frontiers for India, Nepal to work together

SUMMARY
India and Nepal are expanding cooperation beyond traditional ties into new digital, economic, and security frontiers. Both nations agreed to strengthen collaboration through real-time cross-border information sharing, integrated digital payment systems, joint cyber-crime investigations, clean energy exports, and modernized border management to ensure secure movement along their shared 1,751-kilometer frontier.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area India–Nepal relations neighbourhood first policy connectivity hydropower border management
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New frontiers for India, Nepal to work together

New frontiers for India, Nepal to work together

New frontiers for India, Nepal to work together

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NEW The Times Of India Thu 29 Oct 2026 06:21:08 AM

In SC, biological women oppose equal rights for transgender women

SUMMARY
In South Carolina, biological women have voiced opposition to extending equal rights to transgender women, particularly regarding access to women's spaces like bathrooms, sports, and shelters. They argue it threatens safety and fairness. The debate highlights tensions between gender identity protections and sex-based rights, sparking heated legislative and public discourse statewide.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2019 NALSA judgment (2014) equality before law anti-discrimination constitutional rights
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In SC, biological women oppose equal rights for transgender women

In SC, biological women oppose equal rights for transgender women

In SC, biological women oppose equal rights for transgender women

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 29 Oct 2026 06:04:08 AM

UN condemns US sanctions on Cuba as 17 countries vote against resolution amid Washington's push

SUMMARY
The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly voted to condemn the U.S. economic embargo against Cuba for the 34th consecutive year. The resolution passed with 130 nations in favor, 25 abstaining, and 17 opposing—reflecting a shift following an aggressive U.S. lobbying campaign led by UN Ambassador Mike Waltz. Proceedings saw fiery exchanges between U.S. and Cuban diplomats amid deepening energy and humanitarian crises in Havana caused by tightened sanctions.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area US–Cuba relations UN General Assembly economic sanctions multilateralism
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UN condemns US sanctions on Cuba as 17 countries vote against resolution amid Washington's push

UN condemns US sanctions on Cuba as 17 countries vote against resolution amid Washington's push

UN condemns US sanctions on Cuba as 17 countries vote against resolution amid Washington's push

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NEW Dainik Bhaskar Thu 29 Oct 2026 03:30:12 AM

80 हजार का इंजेक्शन 7 हजार में मिलेगा:कैंसर की 543 दवाओं के दाम घटे, 9 नवंबर से लागू होंगी नई कीमतें

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केंद्र सरकार ने कैंसर के इलाज को किफायती बनाने के लिए बड़ा कदम उठाते हुए 543 महत्वपूर्ण दवाओं के दाम में भारी कटौती की है। इस फैसले के बाद 80 हजार रुपये में मिलने वाला इंजेक्शन अब मात्र 7 हजार रुपये में उपलब्ध होगा। राष्ट्रीय औषधि मूल्य निर्धारण प्राधिकरण (NPPA) द्वारा तय की गई ये नई दरें 9 नवंबर से देशभर में लागू होंगी, जिससे कैंसर मरीजों के इलाज का खर्च काफी कम हो जाएगा।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) Drug Price Control Order (DPCO) essential medicines National Health Mission
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80 हजार का इंजेक्शन 7 हजार में मिलेगा:कैंसर की 543 दवाओं के दाम घटे, 9 नवंबर से लागू होंगी नई कीमतें

80 हजार का इंजेक्शन 7 हजार में मिलेगा:कैंसर की 543 दवाओं के दाम घटे, 9 नवंबर से लागू होंगी नई कीमतें

80 हजार का इंजेक्शन 7 हजार में मिलेगा:कैंसर की 543 दवाओं के दाम घटे, 9 नवंबर से लागू होंगी नई कीमतें

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 28 Oct 2026 11:04:09 PM

Two MoUs signed to boost entrepreneurship, people-first AI in UP

SUMMARY
Invest UP, Intellecap, and the Aavishkaar Foundation signed two key Memorandums of Understanding to accelerate grassroots entrepreneurship and expand "people-first" Artificial Intelligence across Uttar Pradesh. The strategic partnership establishes specialized AI Cafés across 25 districts to strengthen household economic resilience, while connecting local business incubators directly with One District One Product clusters.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Entrepreneurship artificial intelligence AI governance innovation ecosystem public–private partnerships
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Two MoUs signed to boost entrepreneurship, people-first AI in UP

Two MoUs signed to boost entrepreneurship, people-first AI in UP

Two MoUs signed to boost entrepreneurship, people-first AI in UP

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