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NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 15 Sep 2026 02:04:07 PM

'I Panicked And Fled': Gurugram Hit-And-Run Accused Speaks Up, Second Man Arrested Too

SUMMARY

A hit-and-run case in Gurugram shocked the nation when a speeding car struck a pedestrian or cyclist, leaving them critically injured. The accused driver later confessed, saying, "I panicked and fled" the scene instead of helping the victim. Police launched an investigation and successfully arrested the primary suspect. A second man linked to the incident was also arrested, possibly for aiding the accused or being in the vehicle. Authorities are pursuing strict legal action under relevant IPC sections.

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

Focus Area Criminal Justice Road Safety Police Investigation Digital Evidence Due Process

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NEW Barandbench Tue 15 Sep 2026 02:04:03 PM

Shocking opaqueness: Delhi HC slams ITAT for passing order in Patanjali case without application of mind

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The Delhi High Court criticized the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) for passing an order in a case involving Patanjali Ayurved without proper application of mind, terming it "shockingly opaque." The HC found the ITAT's order lacked reasoning and failed to address key arguments raised by the Income Tax Department regarding tax assessments. The court set aside the ITAT's order and remanded the case for fresh hearing, emphasizing that tribunals must provide clear, reasoned orders to uphold judicial accountability and transparency.

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

Focus Area Judicial Review Tax Administration Tribunal System Rule of Law Judicial Accountability

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NEW Mint Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:47:20 PM

8th Pay Commission: Why employee unions want salary and pension revisions every 5 years

SUMMARY

The 8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented by 2026, succeeding the 7th Pay Commission formed in 2016. Employee unions demand salary and pension revisions every five years to counter rising inflation, increasing living costs, and to maintain purchasing power parity. Unions argue that stagnant pay erodes real income over time. The commission typically revises minimum pay, fitment factor, and allowances for central government employees and pensioners. Unions also seek a higher fitment factor of 2.86 this time, which would significantly boost basic pay. Regular revisions ensure fair compensation, reduce employee dissatisfaction, and help retain talent in government services amid competitive private sector salaries.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Pay Commission Government Expenditure Inflation & Cost of Living Public Finance Pension Reforms

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:47:09 PM

Solar Industries share price : दक्षिण अफ्रीका में बड़ी डील के बाद औंधे मुंह गिरा शेयर, जानिए अब क्या है ब्रोकरेज की राय

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**Solar Industries Share Price:** सोलर इंडस्ट्रीज ने दक्षिण अफ्रीका में एक बड़ी डील हासिल की, लेकिन इसके बावजूद कंपनी का शेयर भारी गिरावट के साथ टूट गया। निवेशकों ने इस डील को लेकर मुनाफावसूली की, जिससे स्टॉक में तेज बिकवाली देखी गई। हालांकि, कई ब्रोकरेज फर्मों ने कंपनी के लॉन्ग-टर्म आउटलुक को पॉजिटिव बताया है। एक्सपर्ट्स का मानना है कि डिफेंस और एक्सप्लोसिव सेक्टर में कंपनी की मजबूत स्थिति है और यह डील भविष्य में रेवेन्यू ग्रोथ को बूस्ट करेगी। ब्रोकरेज ने 'Buy' रेटिंग बरकरार रखी है और गिरावट को खरीदारी का मौका बताया है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Financial Markets Cross-Border Acquisition Corporate Expansion Defence Industry Globalisation of Indian Companies

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NEW The Hindu Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:47:03 PM

DMK MP A. Raja, MLAs Sekarbabu and Vasantham Karthikeyan booked for derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

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DMK MP A. Raja, along with MLAs Sekarbabu and Vasantham Karthikeyan, have been booked by police for making derogatory and defamatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader Vijay. The cases were filed following complaints alleging their speeches contained offensive statements targeting the actor-turned-politician. The remarks were reportedly made during public events or media interactions. Vijay, who entered politics with his Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam party, has been facing criticism from DMK leaders as he emerges as a political rival ahead of future elections.

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

Focus Area DMK MP A. Raja MLAs Sekarbabu and Vasantham Karthikeyan booked for derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu CM Vijay

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NEW The Hindu Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:30:27 PM

Meta says will report child safety cases directly to Indian cybercrime portal

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Meta announced it will directly report child sexual abuse material (CSAM) cases to India's National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP), strengthening child safety efforts. This move aligns with Indian government demands for stricter online protections for minors. Meta platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, will flag exploitative content to authorities for swift action. The company already reports such cases to the US-based NCMEC but now extends cooperation to Indian law enforcement, ensuring faster local response and accountability.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Internal Security

Focus Area Cyber Security Online Child Safety I4C Social Media Regulation Cybercrime

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NEW Mint Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:30:03 PM

Small-cap stock under ₹50: IT stock inches close to 52-week high after this update on IndiaAI Centre of Excellence

SUMMARY

**Avantel Ltd**, a small-cap IT and defense technology company trading under ₹50, surged close to its 52-week high following news of its association with the **IndiaAI Centre of Excellence (CoE)** initiative. The government-backed IndiaAI mission aims to boost AI innovation across sectors. Avantel's involvement signals its growing role in AI and defense tech, exciting investors. The stock has seen strong buying interest, reflecting market confidence in its future prospects tied to India's expanding AI ecosystem and defense modernization push.

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

Focus Area IndiaAI Mission Artificial Intelligence AI Centres of Excellence Digital technology AI ecosystem

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NEW The Hindu Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:21:02 PM

Dinesh Sharma sworn in as Lieutenant-Governor of Andaman and Nicobar

SUMMARY

Dinesh Kumar Sharma has been sworn in as the new Lieutenant-Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a Union Territory of India. He took the oath of office administered as per constitutional provisions. Sharma, a seasoned administrator and former BJP leader who served as Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, was appointed by the President of India. He succeeds the previous Lt. Governor in overseeing the strategically important archipelago in the Bay of Bengal, which holds significant defense and maritime importance for India.

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Relevant For: Prelims GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Union Territories Lieutenant Governor President’s Powers UT Administration Constitutional Governance

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NEW Mint Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:04:13 PM

ICICI Securities says buy this NBFC stock, sees 59% upside after an 80% jump in 6 months - Check target price

SUMMARY

ICICI Securities has issued a buy recommendation on Manba Finance, a small-cap NBFC stock that has already surged 80% in the last six months. Despite the sharp rally, the brokerage sees further upside potential of 59% from current levels. Manba Finance, focused on vehicle financing, has shown strong loan growth, improving asset quality, and rising profitability, attracting analyst attention. ICICI Securities has set an optimistic target price reflecting confidence in the company's growth trajectory and expanding rural/semi-urban lending portfolio. Investors are advised to consider risks associated with small-cap NBFCs.

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Relevant For: Prelims GS - III Economy

Focus Area NBFCs Financial Markets Credit & Lending Capital Markets Investor Behaviour

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NEW The Hindu Tue 15 Sep 2026 01:04:08 PM

BJP names mother of slain Suvendu aide Chandranath Rath as Nandigram candidate

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The BJP has nominated Rekha Rath, mother of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of Suvendu Adhikari who was allegedly murdered, as their candidate for the Nandigram constituency. This strategic move aims to leverage public sympathy and highlight law-and-order issues under the TMC government. Chandranath Rath's death had sparked political controversy, with BJP accusing TMC of involvement. Nandigram holds significance as a political battleground, especially after the dramatic Suvendu-Mamata contest in 2021.

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

Focus Area Elections By-elections Political Parties Electoral Politics Political Representation

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NEW The Indian Express Tue 15 Sep 2026 12:47:26 PM

3,500 kg of mehendi in 3 hours: Lakhs of devotees at Jaipur temple that promises marriage

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Thousands of devotثees throng the famous Mehandipur Balaji Temple near Jaipur, Rajasthan, during the Navratri festival, where a remarkable 3,500 kg of mehendi (henna) was applied to devotees in just 3 hours. The temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman, is believed to fulfill wishes, especially related to marriage. Unmarried devotees visit with faith that applying mehendi here will help them find suitable life partners soon. Lakhs gather annually, making it one of Rajasthan's most visited spiritual destinations during festivals.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - I Art & Culture

Focus Area Religious Traditions Folk Culture Rituals & Customs Pilgrimage Cultural Heritage

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 15 Sep 2026 12:47:18 PM

UPI पर सरकार ने जारी किया नोटिफिकेशन, MDR दरों पर फैसला लेने के लिए इसी हफ्ते हो सकती है UPI कमिटी की मीटिंग

SUMMARY

**UPI पर MDR शुल्क को लेकर सरकार ने नया नोटिफिकेशन जारी किया है। वर्तमान में UPI लेनदेन पर कोई MDR (Merchant Discount Rate) नहीं लगता, लेकिन अब सरकार इस पर पुनर्विचार कर रही है। इसी हफ्ते UPI कमिटी की बैठक होने की संभावना है, जिसमें MDR दरें तय की जा सकती हैं। इससे फिनटेक कंपनियों और बैंकों को राजस्व मिलेगा। हालांकि, छोटे व्यापारियों और उपभोक्ताओं पर इसका असर पड़ सकता है। सरकार डिजिटल भुगतान को बढ़ावा देने और उद्योग की मांग के बीच संतुलन बनाने का प्रयास कर रही है।**

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area UPI & Digital Payments MDR Financial Inclusion Fintech Regulation Digital Economy

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 15 Sep 2026 12:30:14 PM

टाटा समूह का यह शेयर बना रॉकेट, 20% चढ़ने के बाद लगा अपर सर्किट

SUMMARY

# टाटा समूह का शेयर बना रॉकेट

टाटा समूह की कंपनी का शेयर शेयर बाजार में जबरदस्त तेजी दिखाते हुए 20% तक चढ़ गया और अपर सर्किट पर लॉक हो गया। इस शेयर में भारी खरीदारी देखी गई, जिससे निवेशकों को बंपर मुनाफा हुआ। कंपनी के मजबूत तिमाही नतीजे, बढ़ते ऑर्डर बुक और भविष्य की विकास योजनाओं ने निवेशकों का भरोसा बढ़ाया। बाजार विश्लेषकों के अनुसार कंपनी के फंडामेंटल्स मजबूत हैं और आगे भी तेजी की संभावना है। हालांकि विशेषज्ञ निवेशकों को सतर्क रहने और उचित रिसर्च के बाद ही निवेश करने की सलाह दे रहे हैं।

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

Focus Area RBI Regulation NBFC-Upper Layer Tata Sons Listing Corporate Governance Capital Markets

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NEW Markets-Economic Times Tue 15 Sep 2026 12:30:08 PM

HDFC Bank share price target: What are Jefferies, 3 other foreign brokerages saying as CEO hunt intensifies?

SUMMARY

**HDFC Bank CEO Succession & Brokerage Targets**

As HDFC Bank's CEO search intensifies with Sashidhar Jagdishan's tenure nearing review, top foreign brokerages remain bullish. Jefferies maintains a "Buy" rating with a target of ₹2,150, citing strong fundamentals. Morgan Stanley, UBS, and CLSA also hold positive outlooks, with targets ranging ₹1,950–₹2,250, highlighting improving deposit growth, margin recovery, and loan mix optimization. Analysts believe leadership transition concerns are overstated and the bank's long-term growth trajectory remains intact despite near-term uncertainty.

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Relevant For: Prelims GS - III Economy

Focus Area Banking Sector RBI Regulation Corporate Governance CEO Succession Financial Markets

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NEW The Hindu Tue 15 Sep 2026 12:21:15 PM

Asian Games 2026: Karnataka High Court orders enquiry through former apex court judge into procedural lapses in selection of surfers

SUMMARY

The Karnataka High Court has ordered an enquiry led by a former Supreme Court judge into alleged procedural lapses in the selection of surfers representing India at the 2026 Asian Games. The petition raised concerns over irregularities in the selection process conducted by the surfing federation, including lack of transparency, bias, and non-adherence to established criteria. The court found prima facie merit in the allegations, warranting an independent probe to ensure fairness and protect athletes' rights.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Judicial Review Sports Governance Transparency & Accountability Fair Selection Natural Justice

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