NEW News 18 Hindi Sat 10 Oct 2026 12:04:03 AM

CEC Protest Live Updates: Dipke To Land In Delhi At 9.30 AM On Saturday For CJP Protest

SUMMARY
CEC protest intensifies as Dipke arrives in Delhi at 9:30 AM Saturday to join the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) protest. Lawyers and activists rally against judicial appointments and concerns over judiciary's independence, demanding transparency and reforms in the legal system.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission of India Chief Election Commissioner Article 324 Electoral Roll Revision Special Intensive Revision
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CEC Protest Live Updates: Dipke To Land In Delhi At 9.30 AM On Saturday For CJP Protest

CEC Protest Live Updates: Dipke To Land In Delhi At 9.30 AM On Saturday For CJP Protest

CEC Protest Live Updates: Dipke To Land In Delhi At 9.30 AM On Saturday For CJP Protest

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:47:10 PM

BJP wrests Assam’s Nagaon Lok Sabha seat after seven years

SUMMARY
BJP reclaimed Assam's Nagaon Lok Sabha seat after seven years, defeating rivals in a significant electoral victory. The seat, previously held by opposition parties, was won by BJP's candidate, strengthening the party's dominance in Assam and Northeast India ahead of key elections.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Lok Sabha By-elections Election Commission of India Electoral Representation Delimitation of Constituencies Voting Behaviou
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BJP wrests Assam’s Nagaon Lok Sabha seat after seven years

BJP wrests Assam’s Nagaon Lok Sabha seat after seven years

BJP wrests Assam’s Nagaon Lok Sabha seat after seven years

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NEW Forbes India Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:47:06 PM

Explained: US ban on tech firms from applying for PERM certification, its impact

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**US Ban on Tech Firms Applying for PERM Certification**

The US has restricted certain tech companies from filing PERM labor certification, a key step in employer-sponsored green cards. This impacts foreign workers, especially Indians on H-1B visas, delaying permanent residency. The move aims to prioritize American workers amid layoffs and scrutiny of outsourcing firms' hiring practices.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area US employment-based immigration policy PERM labour certification Indian technology workers abroad skilled migration and labour markets India-US economic relations
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Explained: US ban on tech firms from applying for PERM certification, its impact

Explained: US ban on tech firms from applying for PERM certification, its impact

Explained: US ban on tech firms from applying for PERM certification, its impact

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:30:08 PM

Opposition targets Modi government over ‘undeclared emergency’ in Delhi ahead of youth protest

SUMMARY
The opposition accused the Modi government of imposing an "undeclared emergency" in Delhi as authorities deployed heavy security, imposed Section 144, and sealed metro stations ahead of a planned youth protest against the Agnipath military recruitment scheme. Leaders condemned curbs on democratic rights.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Fundamental Rights Right to Peaceful Assembly Freedom of Speech and Expression Reasonable Restrictions
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Opposition targets Modi government over ‘undeclared emergency’ in Delhi ahead of youth protest

Opposition targets Modi government over ‘undeclared emergency’ in Delhi ahead of youth protest

Opposition targets Modi government over ‘undeclared emergency’ in Delhi ahead of youth protest

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NEW Mint Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:21:11 PM

GPF interest rate: Finance Ministry leaves 7.1% unchanged for Oct-Dec 2026 quarter—what govt employees should know

SUMMARY
The Finance Ministry has kept the General Provident Fund (GPF) interest rate unchanged at 7.1% for the October-December 2026 quarter. This rate applies to central government employees and other GPF subscribers. The rate has remained steady at 7.1% for several consecutive quarters, aligning with the PPF rate. Government employees' GPF accumulations will continue earning the same returns, ensuring stable retirement savings growth during this period.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area General Provident Fund GPF Interest Rate Government Savings Schemes Retirement Planning
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GPF interest rate: Finance Ministry leaves 7.1% unchanged for Oct-Dec 2026 quarter—what govt employees should know

GPF interest rate: Finance Ministry leaves 7.1% unchanged for Oct-Dec 2026 quarter—what govt employees should know

GPF interest rate: Finance Ministry leaves 7.1% unchanged for Oct-Dec 2026 quarter—what govt employees should know

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NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:21:07 PM

'Submitted Our Memorandum': Rahul Gandhi Shares Update On Meeting With President Murmu

SUMMARY
Rahul Gandhi met President Droupadi Murmu and submitted a memorandum raising concerns over alleged irregularities in NEET exam and demanding justice for students. The Congress leader, along with opposition INDIA bloc MPs, urged presidential intervention to ensure a fair investigation and protect students' futures amid growing nationwide protests.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission of India Chief Election Commissioner Electoral Reforms Special Intensive Revision Electoral Roll Management
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'Submitted Our Memorandum': Rahul Gandhi Shares Update On Meeting With President Murmu

'Submitted Our Memorandum': Rahul Gandhi Shares Update On Meeting With President Murmu

'Submitted Our Memorandum': Rahul Gandhi Shares Update On Meeting With President Murmu

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:21:03 PM

Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

SUMMARY
The Indian government strongly condemned US Vice President JD Vance's controversial remarks about Indian IT professionals, calling them "deeply offensive." His comments questioned the contributions of Indian tech workers in America. India emphasized the significant role its IT workforce plays in the US economy, strengthening bilateral ties.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India-US diplomatic relations Indian IT professionals abroad skilled migration and visa policy diaspora-related diplomacy bilateral trade and technology cooperation
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Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 11:04:08 PM

Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

SUMMARY
The Indian government strongly condemned US Vice President JD Vance's controversial remarks about Indian IT professionals, calling them "deeply offensive." His comments questioned the role of Indian tech workers in the US economy. India emphasized its professionals' significant contributions to American innovation and growth, urging respectful dialogue on immigration policies.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India–US Relations Skilled Immigration H-1B Visa PERM Programme Green Card Policy Indian IT Professionals
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Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

Government slams Vance’s remarks on Indian IT professionals as ‘deeply offensive’

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Fri 09 Oct 2026 10:47:03 PM

Aaj Ki Taza Khabar : राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू से मुलाकात के बाद बोले विपक्षी नेता, ‘वोट चोरी’ के सबूत देने को तैयार

SUMMARY
# विपक्ष ने राष्ट्रपति से मिलकर उठाए EVM सवाल

विपक्षी दलों के नेताओं ने राष्ट्रपति द्रौपदी मुर्मू से मुलाकात की और लोकसभा चुनावों में EVM के जरिए 'वोट चोरी' का आरोप लगाया। नेताओं ने कहा कि उनके पास ठोस सबूत हैं जो वे पेश करने को तैयार हैं। उन्होंने चुनावी प्रक्रिया की पारदर्शिता पर सवाल उठाते हुए बैलेट पेपर से चुनाव कराने की मांग की।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Electoral integrity allegations of electoral malpractice role of the President Election Commission accountability democratic oversight and opposition representation
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Aaj Ki Taza Khabar : राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू से मुलाकात के बाद बोले विपक्षी नेता, ‘वोट चोरी’ के सबूत देने को तैयार

Aaj Ki Taza Khabar : राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू से मुलाकात के बाद बोले विपक्षी नेता, ‘वोट चोरी’ के सबूत देने को तैयार

Aaj Ki Taza Khabar : राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू से मुलाकात के बाद बोले विपक्षी नेता, ‘वोट चोरी’ के सबूत देने को तैयार

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 10:30:07 PM

Delhi Police compile ‘database’ of potential protesters, make calls and visit homes ahead of October 10 Jantar Mantar protest

SUMMARY
Delhi Police created a database of potential protesters before an October 10 demonstration at Jantar Mantar. Officers made phone calls and visited homes to discourage participation, raising concerns about surveillance and suppression of democratic dissent rights.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Right to peaceful assembly police surveillance and privacy preventive policing powers freedom of movement proportionality of restrictions on civil liberties
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Delhi Police compile ‘database’ of potential protesters, make calls and visit homes ahead of October 10 Jantar Mantar protest

Delhi Police compile ‘database’ of potential protesters, make calls and visit homes ahead of October 10 Jantar Mantar protest

Delhi Police compile ‘database’ of potential protesters, make calls and visit homes ahead of October 10 Jantar Mantar protest

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Fri 09 Oct 2026 10:21:08 PM

CJP Protest: 20 हजार पुलिसकर्मी, 300 CCTV कैमरे और 12 डिटेंशन सेंटर, 10 अक्टूबर के प्रदर्शन से पहले तैयार दिल्ली पुलिस

SUMMARY
**दिल्ली में 10 अक्टूबर को CJI DY चंद्रचूड़ के खिलाफ बड़े विरोध प्रदर्शन की तैयारी के मद्देनजर दिल्ली पुलिस ने कड़े सुरक्षा इंतजाम किए। 20,000 पुलिसकर्मी तैनात, 300 CCTV कैमरे लगाए गए और 12 डिटेंशन सेंटर बनाए गए। प्रदर्शनकारियों की मांग CJP हटाने की थी।**
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Crowd management and policing right to peaceful protest surveillance and privacy safeguards preventive detention powers public order and civil liberties
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CJP Protest: 20 हजार पुलिसकर्मी, 300 CCTV कैमरे और 12 डिटेंशन सेंटर, 10 अक्टूबर के प्रदर्शन से पहले तैयार दिल्ली पुलिस

CJP Protest: 20 हजार पुलिसकर्मी, 300 CCTV कैमरे और 12 डिटेंशन सेंटर, 10 अक्टूबर के प्रदर्शन से पहले तैयार दिल्ली पुलिस

CJP Protest: 20 हजार पुलिसकर्मी, 300 CCTV कैमरे और 12 डिटेंशन सेंटर, 10 अक्टूबर के प्रदर्शन से पहले तैयार दिल्ली पुलिस

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 10:04:08 PM

Congress attacks Modi government over ‘promoting’ monopolies; says it will end crony capitalism

SUMMARY
Congress party criticized the Modi government for allegedly promoting monopolies and favoring select business tycoons through crony capitalism. The opposition accused BJP of benefiting certain industrialists with policy decisions. Congress vowed to end such practices, promising fair competition and transparent governance if voted to power, ensuring equal opportunities for all businesses.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Market concentration and monopolies competition policy crony capitalism debate regulatory institutions inclusive and competitive economic growth
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Congress attacks Modi government over ‘promoting’ monopolies; says it will end crony capitalism

Congress attacks Modi government over ‘promoting’ monopolies; says it will end crony capitalism

Congress attacks Modi government over ‘promoting’ monopolies; says it will end crony capitalism

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NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 09 Oct 2026 10:04:03 PM

'President Listened Carefully': Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Meet President Murmu, Submit Memorandum

SUMMARY
Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee met President Droupadi Murmu to submit a memorandum raising concerns over electronic voting machines (EVMs) and alleged electoral irregularities. They demanded restoration of ballot papers for transparent elections. Both leaders claimed the President listened carefully to their concerns regarding democratic processes.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area President's constitutional role political memoranda and representations opposition coordination constitutional accountability Centre-state political relations
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'President Listened Carefully': Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Meet President Murmu, Submit Memorandum

'President Listened Carefully': Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Meet President Murmu, Submit Memorandum

'President Listened Carefully': Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Meet President Murmu, Submit Memorandum

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 09:47:02 PM

Congress-led all-party meeting demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

SUMMARY
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge led an all-party opposition meeting demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, alleging bias in conducting elections favoring the ruling BJP. Opposition parties questioned EVM transparency and electoral integrity, calling for reforms to ensure free and fair polls.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission of India Chief Election Commissioner accountability constitutional independence of electoral institutions opposition demands and democratic oversight electoral integrity
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Congress-led all-party meeting demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

Congress-led all-party meeting demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

Congress-led all-party meeting demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation

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NEW The Hindu Fri 09 Oct 2026 09:30:11 PM

Madhya Pradesh Police detain 14 students heading to Delhi for CJP protest, cite ‘orders from above’

SUMMARY
Madhya Pradesh Police detained 14 students from Bhopal heading to Delhi to protest against Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna. Police cited "orders from above" without specifying authority. Students alleged violation of democratic rights. The incident sparked outrage over suppression of dissent and right to peaceful protest.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Right to peaceful assembly police powers and preventive detention freedom of movement civil liberties and public order accountability of law enforcement agencies
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Madhya Pradesh Police detain 14 students heading to Delhi for CJP protest, cite ‘orders from above’

Madhya Pradesh Police detain 14 students heading to Delhi for CJP protest, cite ‘orders from above’

Madhya Pradesh Police detain 14 students heading to Delhi for CJP protest, cite ‘orders from above’

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