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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 06 Oct 2026 04:04:08 PM

तालिबानी ड्रोन अटैक से कंगाल पाकिस्तान बेहाल! मुनीर ने बॉर्डर चेकपोस्टों पर बंधवाई मछली पकड़ने की जाली

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# तालिबान के ड्रोन हमलों से पाकिस्तान परेशान

पाकिस्तान-अफगानिस्तान सीमा पर तहरीक-ए-तालिबान पाकिस्तान (TTP) ने ड्रोन हमले तेज कर दिए हैं। इन हमलों से पाक सेना की बॉर्डर चेकपोस्टों को भारी नुकसान हो रहा है। आर्थिक तंगी झेल रहा पाकिस्तान महंगे एंटी-ड्रोन सिस्टम खरीदने में असमर्थ है। इसलिए ISI चीफ लेफ्टिनेंट जनरल आसिम मुनीर के नेतृत्व में पाक सेना ने सस्ता जुगाड़ अपनाया है — सीमावर्ती चेकपोस्टों पर मछली पकड़ने की जालियां (फिशिंग नेट) लगवाई गई हैं ताकि तालिबानी ड्रोन को रोका जा सके। यह कदम पाकिस्तान की आर्थिक बदहाली और सैन्य कमजोरी को उजागर करता है। TTP चीन निर्मित सस्ते ड्रोन का इस्तेमाल कर ग्रेनेड और विस्फोटक गिरा रहा है, जिससे पाक सैनिकों की जानें जा रही हैं। पाकिस्तान की यह स्

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs

Focus Area Drone Warfare Counter-Drone Technology Terrorism TTP

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 06 Oct 2026 03:47:06 PM

Heatwave Alert: भीषण गर्मी से गर्भवती महिलाओं और नवजातों पर बढ़ा खतरा, सर्वे में सामने आई चौंकाने वाली तस्वीर

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# भीषण गर्मी से गर्भवती महिलाओं और नवजातों पर खतरा

हालिया सर्वे में पता चला कि बढ़ती हीटवेव से गर्भवती महिलाओं में प्री-मैच्योर डिलीवरी, स्टिलबर्थ और लो बर्थ वेट का खतरा बढ़ रहा है। गर्मी से नवजातों में डिहाइड्रेशन, हीटस्ट्रोक और सांस की समस्या बढ़ी। विशेषज्ञों ने गर्भवती महिलाओं को धूप से बचने, पानी अधिक पीने और ठंडे वातावरण में रहने की सलाह दी। ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में स्थिति गंभीर है जहां कूलिंग सुविधाएं कम हैं। सरकार से विशेष हेल्थ अलर्ट और मातृ-शिशु सुरक्षा योजनाओं की मांग तेज हुई है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology

Focus Area Heatwaves Climate Change Public Health Maternal Health Neonatal Health Climate Vulnerability

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Hindustan Times Tue 06 Oct 2026 03:30:07 PM

Bengaluru woman says city ‘not for middle-class people’, claims ₹1 lakh a month is minimum needed

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A Bengaluru woman sparked debate online by claiming the city is unaffordable for middle-class people, stating ₹1 lakh per month is the minimum needed to live comfortably. She cited high rents, food, transport, and lifestyle costs. Her views went viral, drawing mixed reactions—some agreed while others called it exaggerated, saying budget living is possible.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice

Focus Area Urbanisation Cost of Living Middle Class Income Inequality Urban Poverty

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Tue 06 Oct 2026 02:47:03 PM

Rajnath Singh launches Navy’s first indigenous fleet support ship ‘Surya’ at Visakhapatnam

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Rajnath Singh launched Indian Navy's first indigenously built Fleet Support Ship 'INS Surya' at Hindustan Shipyard, Visakhapatnam. It enhances Navy's operational reach by providing fuel, ammunition, and supplies to warships at sea, boosting self-reliance in defence under Make in India.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Internal Security

Focus Area Indigenous naval platforms fleet support ships defence indigenisation maritime security Atmanirbhar Bharat

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Prabhat Khabar Tue 06 Oct 2026 02:21:09 PM

बिहार DGP की रेस में प्रीता वर्मा का नाम सबसे आगे, जानें रेस में दो और सीनियर IPS अधिकारी कौन हैं?

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# बिहार DGP पद की रेस में प्रीता वर्मा सबसे आगे

बिहार के अगले DGP पद के लिए 1988 बैच की IPS अधिकारी प्रीता वर्मा प्रबल दावेदार हैं। उनके अलावा रेस में दो अन्य सीनियर IPS अधिकारी भी शामिल हैं। मौजूदा DGP के रिटायरमेंट के बाद नई नियुक्ति होगी। UPSC पैनल तीन नामों की सूची भेजेगा, जिसमें से राज्य सरकार चयन करेगी।

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area State Police Administration DGP Appointment IPS Cadre Police Reforms Law and Order Civil Services

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Tue 06 Oct 2026 02:21:06 PM

Jharkhand SIR: ECI to hold camps at every polling station on October 10 for eligible voters

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The Election Commission of India (ECI) will organize special camps at every polling station across Jharkhand on October 10 to help eligible voters enroll, verify, and correct their details in the electoral rolls ahead of upcoming elections, ensuring maximum voter registration and participation.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Special Intensive Revision electoral rolls Election Commission voter registration electoral governance

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Hindustan Times Tue 06 Oct 2026 02:04:06 PM

FSSAI issues order to intensify food safety crackdown across India ahead of festive season to prevent sale of ‘adulterated, unsafe products’

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FSSAI has directed all state food safety authorities to intensify surveillance and crackdown operations across India ahead of the festive season. The order aims to prevent the sale of adulterated, unsafe, and substandard food products, especially sweets, dairy, and edible oils commonly consumed during festivals. Special drives will target manufacturers, retailers, and street vendors to ensure compliance with food safety standards, protecting public health during the high-demand period.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology

Focus Area Food safety regulation FSSAI food adulteration consumer health protection food quality standards

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Prabhat Khabar Tue 06 Oct 2026 01:47:09 PM

इंडिया ब्लॉक मार्च Live: आकाशवाणी भवन परिसर में धरने पर बैठे राहुल-प्रियंका, हिरासत में अखिलेश यादव, अभिषेक बनर्जी समेत कई नेता

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**इंडिया ब्लॉक के नेताओं ने संसद में विपक्ष की आवाज दबाने के विरोध में दिल्ली में विरोध मार्च निकाला। राहुल गांधी और प्रियंका गांधी आकाशवाणी भवन परिसर में धरने पर बैठे। अखिलेश यादव, अभिषेक बनर्जी समेत कई विपक्षी नेताओं को पुलिस ने हिरासत में लिया। विपक्ष ने अडानी मुद्दे पर संसद में चर्चा की मांग की।**

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Electoral Reforms Free and Fair Elections Voter Rights Constitutional Institutions

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Tue 06 Oct 2026 01:30:11 PM

Rebel AAP MLA’s poser on ‘education revolution’ in Punjab: a reality check

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Rebel AAP MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira questioned the Punjab government's claims of an "education revolution," highlighting poor infrastructure, teacher shortages, and declining enrollment in government schools. He accused the AAP government of exaggerating achievements while ground realities remain grim.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice

Focus Area Public Education System Education Reforms Government Schools Human Capital

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 06 Oct 2026 01:30:03 PM

IIT Bombay Student Death: Prof Doolla Denies Allegations Of Caste-Based Harassment, Use Of Derogatory Words

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**IIT Bombay student Darshan Solanki, a first-year BTech student from a Dalit community, died by suicide in February 2023. His family alleged caste-based discrimination led to his death. Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, then Dean, denied all allegations of caste harassment and using derogatory words against students. He called the claims baseless. The case sparked nationwide protests demanding justice and an anti-discrimination probe at IIT Bombay.**

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice

Focus Area Caste Discrimination Higher Education Campus Equality Social Justice SC/ST Students

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Tue 06 Oct 2026 01:21:08 PM

Yemen’s Houthis say struck Riyadh airport, other Saudi sites

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Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed they launched missile and drone attacks targeting Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport and other key Saudi military and economic sites. The Iran-backed group said the strikes were in retaliation for the Saudi-led coalition's ongoing military campaign in Yemen, which has caused a devastating humanitarian crisis. Saudi forces reported intercepting several projectiles. The escalation heightened regional tensions amid the prolonged Yemen civil war.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area Houthis Yemen Conflict Saudi Arabia West Asia Red Sea Security

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Firstpost Tue 06 Oct 2026 01:04:08 PM

What is Form 6, the voter document that has become a flashpoint in the SIR controversy in India?

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I don't have specific information about a "Form 6" controversy linked to an "SIR controversy" in India in my training data. Form 6 is generally the application form used for new voter registration with the Election Commission of India. Without verified details about this specific controversy, I can't generate accurate content. Could you provide more context or clarify the acronym "SIR" so I can assist better?

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Form 6 Electoral Rolls Voter Registration Special Intensive Revision Election Commission of India Right to Vote

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Economic Times Tue 06 Oct 2026 01:04:03 PM

UP man goes to Russia for studies, gets drafted into army by a woman on promise of citizenship; family says he cannot be released as he is now Russian citizen

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A man from Uttar Pradesh, India, went to Russia for studies but was allegedly tricked by a woman who promised him Russian citizenship. Instead, he was drafted into the Russian army. His family claims he cannot be freed now because he holds Russian citizenship, making his release legally complicated. The family has appealed to Indian authorities for help to bring him back safely.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs

Focus Area Indian Nationals Abroad Foreign Military Recruitment Citizenship Ukraine Conflict Protection of Indian Citizens

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 06 Oct 2026 12:47:03 PM

'Gyanesh, Time To Resign': Rahul Gandhi Detained As He Scales Barricade, Waves Tricolour During Dharna

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Rahul Gandhi was detained by police during a dharna (protest) after he dramatically scaled a barricade and waved the Indian tricolour flag. He demanded the resignation of "Gyanesh," likely referring to a government official facing controversy. The Congress leader was protesting alongside party workers against the ruling government's policies. Police intervened and detained Gandhi and several

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Election Commission of India Chief Election Commissioner SIR Electoral Rolls Form 6 Free and Fair Elections

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Prabhat Khabar Tue 06 Oct 2026 12:30:07 PM

इंडिया ब्लॉक मार्च Live: संसद से चुनाव आयोग के लिए निकले INDIA ब्लॉक के नेता, CEC ज्ञानेश कुमार के इस्तीफे की मांग

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# INDIA ब्लॉक का संसद से चुनाव आयोग तक मार्च

INDIA गठबंधन के नेताओं ने संसद से चुनाव आयोग कार्यालय तक पैदल मार्च निकाला। विपक्षी नेताओं ने मुख्य चुनाव आयुक्त (CEC) ज्ञानेश कुमार के इस्तीफे की मांग की। विपक्ष का आरोप है कि चुनाव आयोग निष्पक्ष नहीं है और सत्तारूढ़ दल के पक्ष में काम कर रहा है। EVM पारदर्शिता और चुनावी प्रक्रिया में गड़बड़ी को लेकर भी सवाल उठाए गए। राहुल गांधी, मल्लिकार्जुन खड़गे समेत कई विपक्षी दलों के नेता इस मार्च में शामिल हुए। यह विरोध प्रदर्शन लोकतंत्र और स्वतंत्र चुनाव की रक्षा के नाम पर किया गया।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Election Commission of India Chief Election Commissioner SIR Electoral Rolls Electoral Reforms Free and Fair Elections

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts