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NEW The Hindu Fri 02 Oct 2026 10:21:06 PM

MHA yet to extend Suspension of Operations pact with Kuki-Zo groups a month after expiry

SUMMARY

The MHA has not renewed the Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement with Kuki-Zo militant groups in Manipur, which expired over a month ago. The SoO pact, a ceasefire deal between the Indian government and Kuki insurgent groups, was first signed in 2008 to maintain peace. Its lapse raises concerns amid ongoing ethnic violence between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities in Manipur since May 2023. Kuki-Zo groups fear this signals a shift in government policy, potentially escalating tensions. The Manipur government had earlier distanced itself from the pact, citing changed ground realities.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Internal Security

Focus Area Kuki-Zo Conflict Suspension of Operations Agreement Insurgency in Northeast India Peace Process Internal Security

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Prabhat Khabar Fri 02 Oct 2026 10:04:09 PM

Jail Bharo Andolan Live: मुंबई में खत्म हुआ CJP का विरोध प्रदर्शन, दीपके ने 'सहयोग' के लिए मुंबई पुलिस को कहा 'थैंक यू'

SUMMARY

**CJP (Citizens for Justice and Peace) ने मुंबई में 'जेल भरो आंदोलन' का आयोजन किया। यह विरोध प्रदर्शन शांतिपूर्ण रहा और सफलतापूर्वक समाप्त हुआ। CJP की तीस्ता सीतलवाड़ की टीम के सदस्य दीपक ने मुंबई पुलिस के सहयोगात्मक रवैये की सराहना करते हुए उन्हें 'थैंक यू' कहा।**

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

Focus Area Right to Protest Public Order Freedom of Speech and Expression Police-Community Relations Democratic Participation

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 02 Oct 2026 10:04:02 PM

Aradhana Mishra Appointed New UP Congress Chief, Imran Masood Working President Ahead Of 2027 Polls

SUMMARY

Aradhana Mishra "Mona" has been appointed as the new Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee president, replacing Ajay Rai. Imran Masood has been named working president. These key organisational changes aim to strengthen the party ahead of the crucial 2027 UP Assembly elections.

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

Focus Area Political Parties State Party Organisation Electoral Politics Uttar Pradesh Politics Democratic Governance

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 02 Oct 2026 09:47:03 PM

Pargat Singh Appointed New Punjab Congress Chief After Raja Warring's Resignation

SUMMARY

Pargat Singh, former hockey Olympian and MLA, has been appointed as the new Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC) president after Raja Warring resigned following the party's poor performance in recent elections. The leadership change aims to revitalize Congress in Punjab ahead of future polls.

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

Focus Area Political Parties State Party Organisation Punjab Politics Electoral Politics Democratic Governance

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Nbt Navbharattimes Fri 02 Oct 2026 09:30:08 PM

वेबसाइट-ऐप पर सबसे पहले दिखेंगे सस्ते रिचार्ज, TRAI का आदेश- लोगों के लिए कंपनियों को बनाना होगा ट्राई-मेंडेट पैक्स सेक्शन

SUMMARY

**TRAI का बड़ा आदेश:** TRAI ने टेलीकॉम कंपनियों को निर्देश दिया कि वे अपनी वेबसाइट और ऐप पर सबसे सस्ते रिचार्ज प्लान सबसे पहले दिखाएं। कंपनियों को "TRAI-Mandate Packs" नाम से अलग सेक्शन बनाना होगा जिसमें किफायती प्लान आसानी से दिखें, ताकि ग्राहकों को सस्ते विकल्प आसानी से मिलें।

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

Focus Area Telecom Regulation TRAI Consumer Protection Tariff Transparency Digital Services Regulation

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Patrika Fri 02 Oct 2026 09:04:11 PM

मदुरंथकम में विजय का रोड शो, स्टालिन ने TVK सरकार पर हिंदी थोपने का लगाया आरोप

SUMMARY

मदुरंथकम में तमिलगा वेट्रि कज़गम (TVK) प्रमुख विजय ने रोड शो किया। इस पर DMK अध्यक्ष और मुख्यमंत्री एमके स्टालिन ने TVK पर हिंदी थोपने का आरोप लगाया। स्टालिन ने कहा कि TVK भाजपा की B-टीम है और तमिल भाषा विरोधी नीतियों का समर्थन करती है। विजय ने इन आरोपों को खारिज किया।

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

Focus Area Language Policy Federalism Regional Politics Linguistic Diversity Centre-State Relations

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 02 Oct 2026 09:04:07 PM

Captain Smit Machchhar To Neerja Bhanot, Biju Patnaik: India's Aviation Heroes Who Bravely Handled 'Flight Risks'

SUMMARY

India honors its aviation heroes who showed extraordinary courage during crises. Captain Smit handled a mosquito-related cockpit emergency calmly. Neerja Bhanot sacrificed her life saving passengers during the 1986 Pan Am hijacking. Biju Patnaik flew daring rescue missions during WWII.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Internal Security

Focus Area Aviation Security Civil Aviation Safety Aviation Heroes Crisis Management Unlawful Interference in Civil Aviation

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Moneycontrol Fri 02 Oct 2026 08:47:13 PM

अनंत अंबानी ने आंध्र प्रदेश में एक लाख करोड़ रुपये निवेश का ऐलान किया

SUMMARY

अनंत अंबानी ने आंध्र प्रदेश में ₹1 लाख करोड़ निवेश की घोषणा की। यह निवेश ऊर्जा, डिजिटल इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर और रिटेल क्षेत्रों में होगा। मुख्यमंत्री चंद्रबाबू नायडू से मुलाकात के बाद यह ऐलान हुआ। इससे राज्य में रोजगार और विकास को बड़ा बढ़ावा मिलेगा।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Industrial Investment Andhra Pradesh Economy Private Sector Investment Infrastructure Development Employment Generation

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Fri 02 Oct 2026 08:47:02 PM

Pakistani cosmetics seized in Hyderabad traced to Mumbai’s Crawford Market

SUMMARY

Hyderabad police seized a consignment of Pakistani cosmetics during a raid. Investigation revealed the products were smuggled and distributed via Mumbai's Crawford Market, a known hub for imported goods. Authorities are probing the supply chain and smuggling network involved in illegally importing banned Pakistani products into India.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Internal Security

Focus Area Illegal Trade Cross-Border Smuggling Customs Enforcement Unregulated Cosmetics Internal Security

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Prabhat Khabar Fri 02 Oct 2026 08:30:10 PM

Jail Bharo Andolan Live: जंतर-मंतर छोड़ शिवाजी पार्क क्यों पहुंचे दीपके? बोले- दिल्ली की गद्दी की रखवाली भी करता है महाराष्ट्र

SUMMARY

**दीपक केसरकर ने जेल भरो आंदोलन के दौरान जंतर-मंतर छोड़कर मुंबई के शिवाजी पार्क पहुंचे। उन्होंने कहा कि महाराष्ट्र सिर्फ अपनी नहीं, दिल्ली की गद्दी की भी रखवाली करता है। यह आंदोलन शिंदे गुट की ताकत दिखाने और राजनीतिक दबाव बनाने के लिए किया गया।**

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

Focus Area Right to Protest Political Movements Federalism Democratic Accountability Centre-State Relations

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Fri 02 Oct 2026 08:21:11 PM

Jammu and Kashmir Congress holds protest against CEC Gyanesh Kumar

SUMMARY

Jammu and Kashmir Congress staged a protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of bias and undermining democratic processes. The party alleged that the ECI acted partially during recent elections, favoring the ruling BJP. Congress leaders demanded his resignation, claiming he failed to ensure free and fair polls, eroding public trust in the electoral body.

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

Focus Area Election Commission of India Electoral Reforms Political Protests Constitutional Institutions Democratic Accountability

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Fri 02 Oct 2026 07:47:12 PM

What is the Vettri Payanam Thittam launched by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay? | Explained

SUMMARY

**Vettri Payanam Thittam** is a welfare scheme launched by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Vijay (Thalapathy Vijay's political entry is recent, but as of my last update, he hasn't become CM). I currently lack verified details on this specific scheme. It may be a recent development beyond my knowledge cutoff. Please check official Tamil Nadu government sources or reliable news outlets for accurate, updated information on this initiative.

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

Focus Area Tamil Nadu Government Schemes Public Transport Welfare Governance Urban Mobility State Government Initiatives

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW Prabhat Khabar Fri 02 Oct 2026 07:30:17 PM

Jail Bharo Andolan Live: अभिजीत दीपके को मिला शबाना आजमी का साथ, बोलीं- प्रदर्शन हक है हमारा

SUMMARY

**जेल भरो आंदोलन में अभिजीत दीपके को अभिनेत्री शबाना आजमी का समर्थन मिला। शबाना ने कहा कि शांतिपूर्ण प्रदर्शन करना हमारा संवैधानिक अधिकार है। यह आंदोलन सरकार की नीतियों के विरोध में चलाया जा रहा है, जिसमें कई नेता और कार्यकर्ता शामिल हुए।**

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

Focus Area Right to Protest Freedom of Speech and Expression Election Commission of India Civil Disobedience Democratic Accountability

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Fri 02 Oct 2026 07:30:03 PM

Three boys swept away at Visakhapatnam’s Rushikonda beach; search on

SUMMARY

Three boys were swept away by strong waves at Rushikonda beach in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Despite warnings, they ventured into the sea. Rescue teams, including NDRF and local lifeguards, launched a search operation. Authorities urged visitors to avoid beaches during rough seas.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management

Focus Area Coastal Hazards Drowning Incidents Disaster Preparedness Coastal Safety Search and Rescue Operations

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts

NEW The Hindu Fri 02 Oct 2026 07:04:03 PM

Asian Games 2026 India’s medallists: Full list of winners

SUMMARY

The 2026 Asian Games are scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, starting September 19, 2026. As of now, the Games have not yet taken place, so no medal tallies or India's medallists list is available. Results will be announced post-event.

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Relevant For: Prelims GS - II Current Affairs

Focus Area Asian Games 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Indian Athletes Sports Achievements International Sporting Events India’s Medal Tally

MCQs Mains Question Basic Concepts