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NEW News 18 Hindi Mon 14 Sep 2026 04:21:04 PM

Nephews Out, Niece In: Could Deepika Anand Become Mayawati’s New ‘Lucky Charm’?

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Mayawati, BSP supremo, has sidelined her nephews Akash and Aakash Anand from party affairs due to underperformance and controversies. She has now elevated her niece Deepika Anand, signaling a major shift in her succession strategy. Deepika is being groomed as a potential heir and key figure in BSP's future. This move reflects Mayawati's frustration with the party's declining electoral fortunes and her desire for fresh, reliable family leadership. Political observers see Deepika as Mayawati's new "lucky charm" to revive BSP's relevance.

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

Focus Area Political Parties Intra-party Democracy Dynastic Politics Leadership Succession Electoral Politics

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NEW Moneycontrol Mon 14 Sep 2026 04:04:19 PM

दक्षिण अफ्रीका की ओम्निया को खरीदेगी Solar Industries India, $1.36 अरब की डील; शेयर में दिख सकती है बड़ी तेजी

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Solar Industries India ने दक्षिण अफ्रीका की विस्फोटक और रसायन कंपनी Omnia Holdings को $1.36 अरब (लगभग ₹11,500 करोड़) में अधिग्रहण करने की डील की घोषणा की है। यह Solar Industries का अब तक का सबसे बड़ा अधिग्रहण है, जो कंपनी को अफ्रीका और वैश्विक बाजार में मजबूत स्थिति देगा। Omnia खनन विस्फोटक, कृषि रसायन और रासायनिक उत्पादों में काम करती है। इस डील से Solar Industries का राजस्व और मुनाफा दोनों में बड़ी वृद्धि की उम्मीद है। विश्लेषकों का मानना है कि शेयर में तेजी आ सकती है क्योंकि यह कंपनी की वैश्विक विस्तार रणनीति को मजबूत करता है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Defence industry Foreign investment Strategic acquisitions Indian manufacturing Defence exports

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NEW Forbes India Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:47:19 PM

How Project Zorawar is breaking India’s tank manufacturing monopoly

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**Project Zorawar: Breaking India's Tank Manufacturing Monopoly**

India's Project Zorawar is developing a light tank specifically designed for high-altitude warfare along the China border. Built by DRDO and L&T, it challenges the long-standing monopoly of heavy tank imports and limited domestic production. Weighing around 25 tonnes, Zorawar is air-transportable, agile in mountainous terrain, and features advanced firepower, AI-based systems, and modular armor. It boosts India's self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, reducing dependency on foreign suppliers.

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

Focus Area Project Zorawar Light tanks Indigenous defence technology High-altitude warfare Defence manufacturing

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NEW Moneycontrol Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:47:11 PM

Monsoon Update: मानसून की विदाई के संकेत के बीच यूपी से गुजरात तक भारी बारिश का अलर्ट, IMD ने जारी की ये चेतावनी

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# मानसून विदाई के बीच भारी बारिश का अलर्ट

भारत मौसम विभाग (IMD) ने मानसून की विदाई के संकेत के बावजूद उत्तर प्रदेश से गुजरात तक भारी बारिश की चेतावनी जारी की है। IMD के अनुसार मानसून धीरे-धीरे लौट रहा है लेकिन इससे पहले कई राज्यों में जोरदार बारिश होगी। यूपी, मध्य प्रदेश, राजस्थान और गुजरात में भारी से अति भारी वर्षा का अलर्ट है। कई जगह बाढ़ और जलभराव की आशंका जताई गई है। लोगों को सतर्क रहने और निचले इलाकों से दूर रहने की सलाह दी गई है। किसानों को फसल सुरक्षा के उपाय करने को कहा गया है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management

Focus Area Monsoon withdrawal Heavy rainfall IMD alerts Flood risk Disaster preparedness

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NEW The Hindu Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:30:12 PM

CBI registers FIR in Disha Salian death case

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The CBI has registered an FIR in the death case of Disha Salian, former manager of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput. Disha allegedly died by suicide on June 8, 2020, days before Sushant's death on June 14. Her death raised suspicions, with claims of foul play by political leaders and social media users. Initially investigated by Mumbai Police, the case was later linked to Sushant's death probe. The CBI's involvement aims to uncover any criminal conspiracy or connections between the two deaths.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area CBI investigation Criminal justice Investigative agencies Due process Institutional accountability

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NEW Hindustan Times Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:30:07 PM

Ukraine’s biggest EU backer to back out? AfD’s Weidel vows to halt German aid, send Ukrainians home

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Alice Weidel, leader of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has pledged to end German military and financial aid to Ukraine if she gains power. She also vowed to send Ukrainian refugees back home. Germany has been Ukraine's largest EU supporter, providing billions in aid since Russia's 2022 invasion. Weidel's stance aligns with her party's pro-Russia leanings and opposition to immigration. The AfD's rising poll numbers have alarmed European allies who fear weakened Western unity against Russia.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area Germany politics Russia-Ukraine war EU policy Far-right politics European security

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NEW Hindustan Times Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:21:13 PM

Jarange-Patil to go to Mumbai with associates, asks supporters to stay back for now

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Manoj Jarange-Patil, the prominent Maratha reservation activist, announced his decision to travel to Mumbai along with close associates while urging his supporters to stay back for the time being. Jarange-Patil has been leading an aggressive agitation demanding OBC reservations for the Maratha community. He asked supporters to remain calm and await further instructions, signaling possible negotiations or meetings with Maharashtra government officials. His movement has intensified pressure on the state government, with massive rallies and hunger strikes demanding quota benefits under the OBC category for Marathas. He assured supporters that he would update them on developments after discussions in Mumbai.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - I Society & Social Justice

Focus Area Maratha reservation Caste movements Social justice Reservation policy Social mobilisation

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NEW News 18 Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:21:08 PM

India Approves Up To 654 MW Power Export To Nepal Till Year-End

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India has approved the export of up to 654 MW of electricity to Nepal until December 2024, strengthening bilateral energy cooperation. The decision, made by India's Ministry of Power, aims to address Nepal's growing energy demands, especially during peak seasons. This move reflects the deepening ties between the two nations in the power sector. Nepal has been seeking reliable energy imports to supplement its hydropower capacity, which faces seasonal fluctuations. The agreement benefits both nations economically.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Cross-border electricity trade India-Nepal relations Energy security Power exports Regional cooperation

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NEW India Today Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:21:02 PM

Goa nightclub fire accused surrender after Supreme Court cancels their bail

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In a significant development, the accused in the tragic Goa nightclub fire case surrendered before authorities after the Supreme Court cancelled their bail. The fire incident claimed multiple lives and injured several others, sparking outrage over safety violations at the nightclub. The accused faced charges of negligence and violating fire safety norms. The Supreme Court found that the lower court had erred in granting bail given the severity of the offences. Their surrender follows the apex court's strict observation that accountability must be ensured in such cases involving loss of lives due to criminal negligence.

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

Focus Area Bail jurisprudence Supreme Court Criminal justice Judicial review Rule of law

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NEW The Hindu Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:04:24 PM

Team India at Asian Games: Full list of 502 athletes in 35 sports selected for Aichi-Nagoya 2026

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India is sending a massive contingent of 502 athletes across 35 sports for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. This marks one of India's largest-ever delegations, reflecting the country's growing sporting ambitions. Athletes will compete in disciplines including cricket, hockey, badminton, shooting, wrestling, athletics, and kabaddi, among others. The Games are scheduled to be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. India aims to surpass its previous medal tallies, building on strong performances from the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games where it won 107 medals.

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Relevant For: Prelims GS - I Current Affairs

Focus Area Asian Games Indian athletes Sports governance Aichi-Nagoya 2026

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NEW Hindustan Times Mon 14 Sep 2026 03:04:18 PM

When will Christa Pike be executed? Inside shocking Tennessee murder case as UN experts intervene

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Christa Pike, the youngest woman sentenced to death in the US, was convicted in 1996 for the brutal murder of fellow Job Corps student Colleen Slemmer in Knoxville, Tennessee. Pike, then 18, tortured and killed Slemmer with rocks and a meat cleaver, keeping a skull fragment as a souvenir. She remains on Tennessee's death row. UN human rights experts have called for halting her execution, citing concerns about her youth at the time and mental health issues. No execution date has been set yet.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area Death penalty Human rights UN experts Criminal justice International human rights

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NEW Hindustan Times Mon 14 Sep 2026 02:47:03 PM

90 elite officers and CIA: Newly declassified video captures US pilot’s daring Iran rescue

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In 1980, the US launched Operation Eagle Claw to rescue 52 American hostages held at the US Embassy in Tehran, Iran, after the 1979 Iranian Revolution. The mission involved 90 elite military officers and CIA operatives. Recently declassified video reveals the daring efforts of US pilots navigating hostile conditions. The operation ultimately failed due to sandstorms and mechanical failures, resulting in eight servicemembers' deaths when aircraft collided in the desert, leading to a national embarrassment for the Carter administration.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area Iran conflict US military operations CIA Air warfare West Asia security

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NEW The Hindu Mon 14 Sep 2026 02:30:15 PM

Asia Cup: Indian women's cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi

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India's women's cricket team won the 2024 Asia Cup by defeating Sri Lanka in the final held in Dambulla. However, the team reportedly refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Jay Shah's successor, Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman. The refusal was linked to political tensions between India and Pakistan. The gesture sparked debate on social media about mixing sports and politics, though no official statement was released by the BCCI.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs

Focus Area India-Pakistan relations Sports diplomacy Political tensions Cricket diplomacy Soft power

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NEW Moneycontrol Mon 14 Sep 2026 02:30:08 PM

Wholesale Inflation: थोक महंगाई में फिर उछाल, अगस्त में बढ़कर पहुंची 9.92% पर

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**भारत में थोक मूल्य सूचकांक (WPI) आधारित महंगाई अगस्त महीने में बढ़कर 9.92% पर पहुंच गई, जो जुलाई में 9.27% थी। यह लगातार पांचवां महीना है जब थोक महंगाई दर 9% से ऊपर बनी हुई है। खाद्य पदार्थों, कच्चे तेल, और मैन्युफैक्चरिंग उत्पादों की कीमतों में बढ़ोतरी इसका मुख्य कारण रही। सब्जियों, दालों और खाद्य तेलों की कीमतों में तेज उछाल देखा गया। ईंधन और बिजली श्रेणी में भी महंगाई ऊंची बनी रही। RBI के लिए यह चिंता का विषय है क्योंकि इससे खुदरा महंगाई पर भी दबाव बढ़ सकता है।**

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area WPI inflation Price stability Inflationary pressures Wholesale prices Monetary policy

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NEW Hindustan Times Mon 14 Sep 2026 02:30:03 PM

Poland says it can defeat Russia fast as jet drones strike near border

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Poland's Deputy Defense Minister Paweł Bejda stated Poland could defeat Russia quickly, citing NATO readiness and modernized forces. This comes amid rising tensions as Russian jet drones struck targets in Ukraine near the Polish border, raising alarm among NATO allies. Poland has significantly boosted defense spending, becoming one of NATO's top military spenders. The drone incidents prompted Poland to scramble aircraft and heightened calls for stronger air defense along NATO's eastern flank, with Warsaw urging allied solidarity against Russian aggression.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area Poland-Russia tensions NATO Russia-Ukraine war Drone warfare European security

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