NEW Forbes India Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:47:18 PM

India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

SUMMARY
India's GDP grew 8.2% in Q1 FY25, surpassing expectations. Major agencies like RBI, IMF, and World Bank upgraded growth forecasts, citing strong manufacturing, services, and government spending. India remains the fastest-growing major economy globally.
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Focus Area GDP Growth Economic Growth Forecasts Investment & Consumption Manufacturing & Services Macroeconomic Stability Global Economic Agencies
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India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

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NEW Moneycontrol Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:30:11 PM

सिंधु जल संधि पर यूएन सुरक्षा परिषद में भारत ने पाकिस्तान को सुनाई खरी-खरी, कोर्ट ऑफ आर्बिट्रेशन के फैसले को गैर कानूनी बताया

SUMMARY
**सिंधु जल संधि विवाद: भारत का सख्त रुख**

भारत ने यूएन सुरक्षा परिषद में सिंधु जल संधि पर पाकिस्तान को कड़ा संदेश दिया। भारत ने कोर्ट ऑफ आर्बिट्रेशन के फैसले को गैरकानूनी बताया, कहा कि यह संधि की शर्तों के विरुद्ध है। भारत का कहना है कि विवाद निपटारे के लिए सही प्रक्रिया नहीं अपनाई गई।
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Focus Area Indus Waters Treaty India–Pakistan Relations Transboundary Water Management International Arbitration Water Diplomacy International Law
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सिंधु जल संधि पर यूएन सुरक्षा परिषद में भारत ने पाकिस्तान को सुनाई खरी-खरी, कोर्ट ऑफ आर्बिट्रेशन के फैसले को गैर कानूनी बताया

सिंधु जल संधि पर यूएन सुरक्षा परिषद में भारत ने पाकिस्तान को सुनाई खरी-खरी, कोर्ट ऑफ आर्बिट्रेशन के फैसले को गैर कानूनी बताया

सिंधु जल संधि पर यूएन सुरक्षा परिषद में भारत ने पाकिस्तान को सुनाई खरी-खरी, कोर्ट ऑफ आर्बिट्रेशन के फैसले को गैर कानूनी बताया

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NEW The Hindu Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:30:08 PM

Legislators cannot ask a court to treat their own silence as a nullity, rules Madras High Court

SUMMARY
The Madras High Court ruled that legislators cannot approach courts to treat their own silence or inaction as void. The court emphasized that lawmakers who fail to act on legislative matters cannot later seek judicial intervention to nullify consequences of their deliberate silence, upholding legislative accountability and the separation of powers doctrine between judiciary and legislature.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Article 212 Legislative Privileges Judicial Review Legislative Procedure Separation of Powers State Legislature
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Legislators cannot ask a court to treat their own silence as a nullity, rules Madras High Court

Legislators cannot ask a court to treat their own silence as a nullity, rules Madras High Court

Legislators cannot ask a court to treat their own silence as a nullity, rules Madras High Court

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:30:03 PM

India's Air Arsenal Gets Boost With 160 Indigenous Anti-Airfield Weapons

SUMMARY
India has enhanced its air combat capability by inducting 160 indigenously developed anti-airfield weapons. These precision-guided munitions, designed to destroy enemy runways and airfield infrastructure, were developed by DRDO, boosting self-reliance in defense production under the Make in India initiative, strengthening IAF's offensive strike power.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area SAT-SAAW Precision-Guided Weapons Defence Indigenisation DRDO Aatmanirbhar Bharat Stand-off Weapons
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India's Air Arsenal Gets Boost With 160 Indigenous Anti-Airfield Weapons

India's Air Arsenal Gets Boost With 160 Indigenous Anti-Airfield Weapons

India's Air Arsenal Gets Boost With 160 Indigenous Anti-Airfield Weapons

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:21:12 PM

Is it legal for Trump to ban media networks from White House? DoJ says access is ‘privilege, not a right’

SUMMARY
The Trump administration banned several media outlets, including AP and CBS, from White House briefings. The DOJ defended this, stating press access is a "privilege, not a right." Critics call it an attack on press freedom. Legal challenges are expected, citing First Amendment protections.
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Focus Area Freedom of Press First Amendment Executive Power Media Access Constitutional Rights Judicial Review
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Is it legal for Trump to ban media networks from White House? DoJ says access is ‘privilege, not a right’

Is it legal for Trump to ban media networks from White House? DoJ says access is ‘privilege, not a right’

Is it legal for Trump to ban media networks from White House? DoJ says access is ‘privilege, not a right’

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:21:06 PM

Election Commission Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Internal Disagreements on Voter Roll Changes

SUMMARY
India's Election Commission faced criticism over alleged internal disputes regarding voter roll modifications before key elections. Opposition parties accused the EC of irregularly deleting and adding voters, raising transparency concerns. Reports suggested commissioners disagreed on verification procedures. The EC denied bias, asserting rolls followed legal protocols, but critics demanded independent audits to ensure electoral integrity.
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Focus Area Election Commission of India Article 324 Electoral Rolls SIR Electoral Reforms Institutional Accountability
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Election Commission Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Internal Disagreements on Voter Roll Changes

Election Commission Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Internal Disagreements on Voter Roll Changes

Election Commission Faces Scrutiny Over Alleged Internal Disagreements on Voter Roll Changes

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NEW India Today Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:21:03 PM

Pakistan says it shot down eight drones from Afghanistan amid border firing

SUMMARY
Pakistan's military reported shooting down eight drones originating from Afghanistan during cross-border firing along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Tensions escalated as both sides exchanged fire, with Pakistan accusing Afghan forces of hostility. The incident highlights ongoing border disputes and security concerns between the two nations, straining already fragile diplomatic relations.
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Focus Area Pakistan–Afghanistan Border Cross-Border Terrorism Drone Warfare Air Defence TTP Border Management Regional Security
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Pakistan says it shot down eight drones from Afghanistan amid border firing

Pakistan says it shot down eight drones from Afghanistan amid border firing

Pakistan says it shot down eight drones from Afghanistan amid border firing

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NEW The Hindu Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:04:13 PM

DMK president Stalin demands immediate resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, halt to SIR exercise

SUMMARY
DMK president and Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin demanded the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, accusing him of bias. Stalin also called for halting the Summary Revision of electoral rolls (SIR), alleging it was being misused to manipulate voter lists ahead of elections, undermining democratic processes.
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Focus Area Election Commission of India Article 324 SIR Electoral Rolls Constitutional Bodies Electoral Integrity Institutional Accountability
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DMK president Stalin demands immediate resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, halt to SIR exercise

DMK president Stalin demands immediate resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, halt to SIR exercise

DMK president Stalin demands immediate resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar, halt to SIR exercise

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 23 Sep 2026 07:04:06 PM

‘Umpire Selected By Batting Team’: SC Judge’s Cricket Analogy On CEC Appointment Law

SUMMARY
The Supreme Court judge used a cricket analogy while hearing challenges to the new Chief Election Commissioner appointment law, comparing the process to a batting team selecting the umpire, questioning fairness. The court criticized the government's role in appointing the CEC, arguing it undermines electoral independence. The new law replaced the CJI in the selection committee with a cabinet minister, raising concerns about impartiality and democratic integrity in India's election process.
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Focus Area Election Commission of India Article 324 CEC Appointment Electoral Reforms Constitutional Bodies Institutional Independence Free & Fair Elections
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‘Umpire Selected By Batting Team’: SC Judge’s Cricket Analogy On CEC Appointment Law

‘Umpire Selected By Batting Team’: SC Judge’s Cricket Analogy On CEC Appointment Law

‘Umpire Selected By Batting Team’: SC Judge’s Cricket Analogy On CEC Appointment Law

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NEW Mint Wed 23 Sep 2026 06:47:16 PM

Multiples targets industrials as new investment frontier

SUMMARY
**Multiples Private Equity, a leading Indian PE firm, is strategically targeting the industrial sector as its next major investment frontier. The firm sees significant growth potential in manufacturing, infrastructure, and industrial services, driven by India's push for self-reliance, PLI schemes, and rising capex. This shift reflects broader PE trends favoring real economy assets over consumer-tech bets, aligning with India's industrial resurgence.**
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Focus Area Industrial Investment Manufacturing Sector Private Equity Precision Manufacturing Global Supply Chains Make in India
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Multiples targets industrials as new investment frontier

Multiples targets industrials as new investment frontier

Multiples targets industrials as new investment frontier

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NEW Forbes India Wed 23 Sep 2026 06:47:07 PM

India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

SUMMARY
India's GDP grew 8.2% in Q1 FY25, surpassing expectations. This strong performance prompted major agencies like RBI, IMF, and World Bank to upgrade India's growth forecasts. Key drivers include robust manufacturing, services, and government spending, reinforcing India's position as the fastest-growing major economy globally.
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Focus Area GDP Growth Economic Growth Forecasts Investment & Consumption Manufacturing & Services Macroeconomic Stability Global Economic Agencies
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India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

India GDP growth gets a wave of upgrades after robust Q1 show

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NEW The Hindu Wed 23 Sep 2026 06:30:08 PM

KTR urges SC to take suo motu cognizance of concerns over ECI functioning

SUMMARY
BRS leader KT Rama Rao urged the Supreme Court to take suo motu cognizance of concerns regarding the Election Commission of India's functioning, questioning its impartiality and transparency. He raised issues about EVM credibility and alleged partisan conduct, demanding judicial intervention to restore public trust in the electoral process.
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Focus Area Election Commission of India Article 324 SIR Electoral Rolls Constitutional Bodies Institutional Accountability
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KTR urges SC to take suo motu cognizance of concerns over ECI functioning

KTR urges SC to take suo motu cognizance of concerns over ECI functioning

KTR urges SC to take suo motu cognizance of concerns over ECI functioning

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 23 Sep 2026 06:21:12 PM

PM's principal secretary PK Mishra inaugurates SBI conclave, outlines India's growth path

SUMMARY
PM's Principal Secretary PK Mishra inaugurated an SBI conclave, highlighting India's robust economic growth trajectory. He outlined key reforms, infrastructure development, and policy initiatives driving the nation toward becoming a global economic powerhouse, emphasizing sustainable development and financial inclusion goals.
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Focus Area Financial Sector Development Corporate Bond Market Long-Term Capital Digital Public Infrastructure Manufacturing Infrastructure Financing
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PM's principal secretary PK Mishra inaugurates SBI conclave, outlines India's growth path

PM's principal secretary PK Mishra inaugurates SBI conclave, outlines India's growth path

PM's principal secretary PK Mishra inaugurates SBI conclave, outlines India's growth path

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NEW The Times Of India Wed 23 Sep 2026 06:21:08 PM

Watch: Apache firepower joins US war machines during India-US drill Yudh Abhyas

SUMMARY
The India-US joint military exercise "Yudh Abhyas" featured Apache attack helicopters alongside advanced US war machines, showcasing interoperability between both armies. The drill focused on combined combat tactics, counter-terrorism operations, and strengthening bilateral defense ties in a simulated battlefield environment.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India–US Defence Cooperation Yudh Abhyas Military Interoperability Joint Exercises Counter-Terrorism Multi-Domain Operations
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Watch: Apache firepower joins US war machines during India-US drill Yudh Abhyas

Watch: Apache firepower joins US war machines during India-US drill Yudh Abhyas

Watch: Apache firepower joins US war machines during India-US drill Yudh Abhyas

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NEW The Hindu Wed 23 Sep 2026 06:21:03 PM

Hope for progress after U.S., Iran hold first shuttle talks in months

SUMMARY
The U.S. and Iran held their first indirect shuttle talks in months, mediated by diplomats, aiming to revive the stalled nuclear deal. Both sides expressed cautious optimism. Key issues include sanctions relief and Iran's uranium enrichment limits, with global powers urging diplomatic progress.
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Focus Area Iran–US Relations West Asia Conflict Peace Diplomacy Strait of Hormuz Energy Security Mediation
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Hope for progress after U.S., Iran hold first shuttle talks in months

Hope for progress after U.S., Iran hold first shuttle talks in months

Hope for progress after U.S., Iran hold first shuttle talks in months

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