NEW The Hindu Thu 22 Oct 2026 10:21:03 PM

Earthquake of magnitude 7 strikes Tibet

SUMMARY
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet's Dingri County near Nepal border on January 7, 2025. At least 126 people died, over 188 injured, and thousands of buildings collapsed. Tremors were felt in Nepal, India, and Bhutan. Rescue operations were launched amid freezing temperatures.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - I Geography
Focus Area Earthquake Seismic Waves Plate Tectonics Himalayan Seismic Zone Disaster Preparedness
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Earthquake of magnitude 7 strikes Tibet

Earthquake of magnitude 7 strikes Tibet

Earthquake of magnitude 7 strikes Tibet

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NEW The Times Of India Thu 22 Oct 2026 10:04:03 PM

CEC impeachment: Birla says fresh motion will be examined as per rules

SUMMARY
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stated that the fresh impeachment motion filed by opposition parties against Chief Election Commissioner will be examined as per parliamentary rules and procedures. The opposition alleged bias in conducting elections. Birla assured due process would be followed before any decision on admitting the motion for debate in Parliament.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission Removal of CEC Article 324 Parliamentary Procedure Electoral Roll Revision
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CEC impeachment: Birla says fresh motion will be examined as per rules

CEC impeachment: Birla says fresh motion will be examined as per rules

CEC impeachment: Birla says fresh motion will be examined as per rules

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NEW The Indian Express Thu 22 Oct 2026 09:47:10 PM

Saudi Arabia executes Bangladesh’s Sweety Akhtar and Nazrul Islam: What we know so far

SUMMARY
Saudi Arabia executed Bangladeshi nationals Sweety Akhtar and Nazrul Islam after convicting them of drug trafficking. Despite Bangladesh's diplomatic efforts to save them, the sentences were carried out under Saudi Arabia's strict anti-narcotics laws.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area Human Rights Death Penalty Due Process of Law Consular Assistance Migrant Workers Bilateral Relations
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Saudi Arabia executes Bangladesh’s Sweety Akhtar and Nazrul Islam: What we know so far

Saudi Arabia executes Bangladesh’s Sweety Akhtar and Nazrul Islam: What we know so far

Saudi Arabia executes Bangladesh’s Sweety Akhtar and Nazrul Islam: What we know so far

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NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 22 Oct 2026 09:47:03 PM

‘Could Incite Enmity’: Delhi Police FIR Against Aamir Shokeen Over Racial Abuse Of Tripura Youth

SUMMARY
Delhi Police filed an FIR against YouTuber Aamir Shokeen for racially abusing a Tripura youth online. The case was registered under sections that address promoting enmity between groups. The incident sparked outrage over racism against Northeast Indians, prompting legal action.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Racial Discrimination North-East India Human Dignity Social Harmony Hate Speech Cybercrime
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‘Could Incite Enmity’: Delhi Police FIR Against Aamir Shokeen Over Racial Abuse Of Tripura Youth

‘Could Incite Enmity’: Delhi Police FIR Against Aamir Shokeen Over Racial Abuse Of Tripura Youth

‘Could Incite Enmity’: Delhi Police FIR Against Aamir Shokeen Over Racial Abuse Of Tripura Youth

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NEW The Hindu Thu 22 Oct 2026 09:21:03 PM

Pre-bid meet held on procurement of 7,800 MW of renewable energy

SUMMARY
India's Solar Energy Corporation (SECI) held a pre-bid meeting for procuring 7,800 MW of renewable energy capacity. The session addressed developer queries on project timelines, tariffs, grid connectivity, and bidding guidelines, aiming to boost clean energy targets under India's green energy transition goals.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Renewable Energy Energy Transition Green Energy Procurement Energy Security Climate Change Mitigation
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Pre-bid meet held on procurement of 7,800 MW of renewable energy

Pre-bid meet held on procurement of 7,800 MW of renewable energy

Pre-bid meet held on procurement of 7,800 MW of renewable energy

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NEW The Hindu Thu 22 Oct 2026 09:04:14 PM

Kashi Tamil Sangamam’s fifth edition will be a tribute to Thirukkural: Education Minister

SUMMARY
India's Education Minister announced that the 5th edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam will be dedicated to Thirukkural, the classic Tamil literary work by Thiruvalluvar. The event celebrates the cultural bond between Varanasi and Tamil Nadu, promoting Tamil heritage, language, and literature through various cultural exchanges and academic programs.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - I Art & Culture
Focus Area Thirukkural Tamil Literature Cultural Integration Classical Languages Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat
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Kashi Tamil Sangamam’s fifth edition will be a tribute to Thirukkural: Education Minister

Kashi Tamil Sangamam’s fifth edition will be a tribute to Thirukkural: Education Minister

Kashi Tamil Sangamam’s fifth edition will be a tribute to Thirukkural: Education Minister

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 22 Oct 2026 09:04:07 PM

PM Modi, Polish PM Donald Tusk agree to deepen cooperation in defence, space, nuclear energy

SUMMARY
PM Modi met Polish PM Donald Tusk, agreeing to strengthen ties in defence, space, nuclear energy, and trade. Both leaders discussed regional security amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict. India and Poland aim to boost bilateral cooperation, with Poland supporting India's role in global peace efforts.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area India-Poland Relations Strategic Partnership Defence Cooperation Space Technology Nuclear Energy Counter-Terrorism
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PM Modi, Polish PM Donald Tusk agree to deepen cooperation in defence, space, nuclear energy

PM Modi, Polish PM Donald Tusk agree to deepen cooperation in defence, space, nuclear energy

PM Modi, Polish PM Donald Tusk agree to deepen cooperation in defence, space, nuclear energy

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NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 22 Oct 2026 09:04:03 PM

Russia-Ukraine War, 5 Tonnes Of Poha And A Beer Business: Indian Entrepreneur’s Brand Reaches 30 Countries | Exclusive

SUMMARY
An Indian entrepreneur leveraged the Russia-Ukraine war crisis to supply 5 tonnes of poha (flattened rice) to stranded Indians, gaining visibility. This venture evolved into a global brand now present in 30 countries. He also launched a beer business, showcasing Indian entrepreneurial resilience.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Entrepreneurship Startup Ecosystem Value Addition Global Branding Export Promotion Supply Chain Disruption
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Russia-Ukraine War, 5 Tonnes Of Poha And A Beer Business: Indian Entrepreneur’s Brand Reaches 30 Countries | Exclusive

Russia-Ukraine War, 5 Tonnes Of Poha And A Beer Business: Indian Entrepreneur’s Brand Reaches 30 Countries | Exclusive

Russia-Ukraine War, 5 Tonnes Of Poha And A Beer Business: Indian Entrepreneur’s Brand Reaches 30 Countries | Exclusive

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 22 Oct 2026 08:47:03 PM

Over 100 Japanese companies expand GCC footprint in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune, focus on AI and digital innovation

SUMMARY
Over 100 Japanese firms have established Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune, leveraging India's tech talent for AI, digital innovation, and R&D. Companies like Sony, Toyota, and Hitachi are driving this expansion, reflecting deepening Indo-Japan tech ties.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area FDI AI Digital Economy Skilled Employment India-Japan Economic Relations
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Over 100 Japanese companies expand GCC footprint in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune, focus on AI and digital innovation

Over 100 Japanese companies expand GCC footprint in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune, focus on AI and digital innovation

Over 100 Japanese companies expand GCC footprint in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune, focus on AI and digital innovation

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 22 Oct 2026 08:21:03 PM

‘Deprived of democracy’: Wangchuk says cancelled home ministry meeting has broken Ladakh’s trust

SUMMARY
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk expressed deep disappointment after the Union Home Ministry cancelled a scheduled meeting with Ladakhi leaders. He accused the Centre of breaking Ladakh's trust, demanding statehood, sixth schedule protection, and democratic rights for the region, which lost its legislative assembly after becoming a Union Territory in 2019.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Union Territories Statehood Demand Democratic Representation Sixth Schedule Article 371 Tribal Rights Centre–UT Relations
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‘Deprived of democracy’: Wangchuk says cancelled home ministry meeting has broken Ladakh’s trust

‘Deprived of democracy’: Wangchuk says cancelled home ministry meeting has broken Ladakh’s trust

‘Deprived of democracy’: Wangchuk says cancelled home ministry meeting has broken Ladakh’s trust

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 22 Oct 2026 08:04:07 PM

Manipur: Meira Paibi Activists Hold Torch Rally Over Killing of Three Civilians | HT India

SUMMARY
Meira Paibi, a powerful women's activist group in Manipur, held a torch rally protesting the killing of three civilians amid the ongoing ethnic violence in the state. The rally demanded justice, accountability from security forces, and an end to the prolonged conflict between Meitei and Kuki communities that has displaced thousands since May 2023.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Internal Security
Focus Area Manipur Violence Ethnic Conflict Civilian Security Insurgency Law and Order Peacebuilding
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Manipur: Meira Paibi Activists Hold Torch Rally Over Killing of Three Civilians | HT India

Manipur: Meira Paibi Activists Hold Torch Rally Over Killing of Three Civilians | HT India

Manipur: Meira Paibi Activists Hold Torch Rally Over Killing of Three Civilians | HT India

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NEW News 18 Hindi Thu 22 Oct 2026 06:47:03 PM

The Delimitation Chessboard: BJP’s Numbers Game And The Opposition’s Dilemma

SUMMARY
India's BJP pushes for delimitation—redrawing parliamentary constituencies based on updated census data. Southern and opposition-ruled states fear losing seats to northern states with higher populations, shifting power dynamics. Critics call it a political strategy to boost BJP's Lok Sabha dominance, while the opposition struggles to unite against it, fearing demographic disadvantage and reduced regional representation in Parliament.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Delimitation Federalism Lok Sabha Representation Electoral Politics Women’s Reservation
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The Delimitation Chessboard: BJP’s Numbers Game And The Opposition’s Dilemma

The Delimitation Chessboard: BJP’s Numbers Game And The Opposition’s Dilemma

The Delimitation Chessboard: BJP’s Numbers Game And The Opposition’s Dilemma

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NEW Firstpost Thu 22 Oct 2026 06:04:03 PM

Marco Rubio wraps up India visit, says energy security cooperation makes both nations stronger

SUMMARY
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio concluded his India visit, emphasizing strengthened energy security cooperation between both nations. He discussed deepening bilateral ties, defense partnerships, and trade. Rubio highlighted that collaboration in energy makes both countries more resilient and strategically stronger amid global challenges.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India-US strategic partnership bilateral energy cooperation energy security and diversification geopolitical cooperation in the Indo-Pacific challenges in India-US relations
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Marco Rubio wraps up India visit, says energy security cooperation makes both nations stronger

Marco Rubio wraps up India visit, says energy security cooperation makes both nations stronger

Marco Rubio wraps up India visit, says energy security cooperation makes both nations stronger

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NEW The Hindu Thu 22 Oct 2026 05:47:03 PM

Vice-President calls for stronger Centre-State coordination for legal reforms

SUMMARY
Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar urged stronger Centre-State coordination for implementing legal reforms, emphasizing that new criminal laws require collaborative efforts. He stressed timely justice delivery, modernizing the legal framework, and ensuring seamless implementation across states for a unified, efficient justice system benefiting all citizens.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Centre-State relations cooperative federalism institutional coordination judicial and legal reforms governance and administration
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Vice-President calls for stronger Centre-State coordination for legal reforms

Vice-President calls for stronger Centre-State coordination for legal reforms

Vice-President calls for stronger Centre-State coordination for legal reforms

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NEW The Hindu Thu 22 Oct 2026 05:30:12 PM

CMRL-Exalogic payoff case: Ex-Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan to skip questioning by ED on October 23

SUMMARY
Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan will skip the Enforcement Directorate's questioning on October 23 in the CMRL-Exalogic payoff case. The case involves alleged irregularities and financial misconduct linked to a deal between CMRL and Exalogic Solutions during his tenure as CM.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Enforcement Directorate Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) FIR Judicial Review Rule of Law
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CMRL-Exalogic payoff case: Ex-Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan to skip questioning by ED on October 23

CMRL-Exalogic payoff case: Ex-Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan to skip questioning by ED on October 23

CMRL-Exalogic payoff case: Ex-Keralam CM Pinarayi Vijayan to skip questioning by ED on October 23

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