NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:47:03 PM

Chaos At Jantar Mantar: Rahul Gandhi Stopped, Protesters Detained; Opposition MPs Stage Dharna

SUMMARY
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped by police at Jantar Mantar, Delhi, while attempting to join protests. Several demonstrators were detained amid heavy security. Opposition MPs staged a dharna against the government, demanding justice on key issues, escalating political tensions nationwide.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Right to protest political demonstrations civil liberties police powers democratic dissent
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Chaos At Jantar Mantar: Rahul Gandhi Stopped, Protesters Detained; Opposition MPs Stage Dharna

Chaos At Jantar Mantar: Rahul Gandhi Stopped, Protesters Detained; Opposition MPs Stage Dharna

Chaos At Jantar Mantar: Rahul Gandhi Stopped, Protesters Detained; Opposition MPs Stage Dharna

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NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:30:08 PM

Cyber fraud victims face delays and little accountability from banks

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Cyber fraud victims in India face significant delays in recovering stolen funds, with banks often showing little accountability. Despite RBI guidelines mandating quick resolution, complaints languish for months. Victims struggle with unresponsive customer service, slow investigation processes, and lack of transparent grievance redressal, leaving them financially and emotionally distressed.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Cyber fraud banking accountability consumer protection digital financial security grievance redressal
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Cyber fraud victims face delays and little accountability from banks

Cyber fraud victims face delays and little accountability from banks

Cyber fraud victims face delays and little accountability from banks

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:30:04 PM

DMK U-Turn On Rahul Gandhi? Party Backs Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: 'Right To Fight'

SUMMARY
DMK, a key Congress ally, supported protests against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar despite backing Rahul Gandhi's leadership. The party defended its "right to fight" on democratic issues independently. This raised questions about cracks in the INDIA bloc, though DMK clarified it remains committed to the alliance while opposing CEC's alleged bias.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission CEC accountability electoral governance political parties right to protest
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DMK U-Turn On Rahul Gandhi? Party Backs Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: 'Right To Fight'

DMK U-Turn On Rahul Gandhi? Party Backs Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: 'Right To Fight'

DMK U-Turn On Rahul Gandhi? Party Backs Protest Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar: 'Right To Fight'

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NEW The Times Of India Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:21:07 PM

'FIRs like medals, I want 100': Rahul ups ante against CEC, demands resignation

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi escalated his attack on Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), saying "FIRs are like medals, I want 100," challenging the EC's impartiality. He demanded the CEC's resignation, accusing him of bias favoring the ruling BJP and undermining free and fair elections.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission CEC accountability constitutional bodies electoral governance democratic institutions
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'FIRs like medals, I want 100': Rahul ups ante against CEC, demands resignation

'FIRs like medals, I want 100': Rahul ups ante against CEC, demands resignation

'FIRs like medals, I want 100': Rahul ups ante against CEC, demands resignation

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:21:03 PM

Instagram, Gaming Apps To Drone Drops: J&K Police Uncover Pakistan-Linked Drug, Arms Network

SUMMARY
J&K Police busted a Pakistan-linked network using Instagram and gaming apps for recruitment, communication, and coordination. The network facilitated drone drops of drugs and arms across the border. Several arrests were made, with authorities seizing narcotics and weapons, exposing how terror outfits exploit digital platforms and drone technology for cross-border smuggling operations in the region.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Internal Security
Focus Area Narco-Terrorism Cross-Border Terrorism Pakistan-Linked Networks Drone-Based Smuggling
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Instagram, Gaming Apps To Drone Drops: J&K Police Uncover Pakistan-Linked Drug, Arms Network

Instagram, Gaming Apps To Drone Drops: J&K Police Uncover Pakistan-Linked Drug, Arms Network

Instagram, Gaming Apps To Drone Drops: J&K Police Uncover Pakistan-Linked Drug, Arms Network

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NEW Mint Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:04:11 PM

RBI MPC 25 bps rate hike: Banks stocks vs NBFCs - Why Jefferies India picked SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank shares

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**RBI MPC raised repo rate by 25 bps to combat inflation. Jefferies India favors bank stocks—SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank—over NBFCs, as banks benefit from higher lending rates improving margins, while NBFCs face higher borrowing costs squeezing profitability. Banks' asset quality also remains strong.**
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area RBI Monetary Policy Repo Rate Monetary Tightening Banking Sector NBFCs
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RBI MPC 25 bps rate hike: Banks stocks vs NBFCs - Why Jefferies India picked SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank shares

RBI MPC 25 bps rate hike: Banks stocks vs NBFCs - Why Jefferies India picked SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank shares

RBI MPC 25 bps rate hike: Banks stocks vs NBFCs - Why Jefferies India picked SBI, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank shares

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 05:04:03 PM

Sena Councillor & NCP Worker Dead, 10 Injured: What Is Buldhana’s Qawwali Row?

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# Buldhana Qawwali Row

A violent clash erupted in Buldhana, Maharashtra, over organizing a qawwali event. A Shiv Sena councillor and an NCP worker were killed, while 10 others were injured in the dispute. The conflict reportedly stemmed from rivalry between local political groups over event permissions and dominance. Police registered cases and deployed additional forces to maintain order. The incident highlights rising political tensions at the grassroots level in Maharashtra amid ongoing power struggles between alliance partners.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Internal Security
Focus Area Law and Order Political Violence Community Tensions Public Order Police Administration
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Sena Councillor & NCP Worker Dead, 10 Injured: What Is Buldhana’s Qawwali Row?

Sena Councillor & NCP Worker Dead, 10 Injured: What Is Buldhana’s Qawwali Row?

Sena Councillor & NCP Worker Dead, 10 Injured: What Is Buldhana’s Qawwali Row?

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:47:17 PM

Trump's Nobel Peace Prize prospects minimal, say experts ahead of Friday announcement: Report

SUMMARY
Experts say Donald Trump's chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize are slim ahead of Friday's announcement. Despite nominations for his Middle East peace efforts, analysts believe the committee favors other candidates. Trump has previously expressed interest in winning the prestigious award.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area Nobel Peace Prize International Peace Diplomacy Conflict Resolution Global Governance US Foreign Policy
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Trump's Nobel Peace Prize prospects minimal, say experts ahead of Friday announcement: Report

Trump's Nobel Peace Prize prospects minimal, say experts ahead of Friday announcement: Report

Trump's Nobel Peace Prize prospects minimal, say experts ahead of Friday announcement: Report

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NEW Mint Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:47:14 PM

HubSpot lays off 660 workers, offers 20 weeks’ base pay and job-search support

SUMMARY
HubSpot is laying off 660 employees, about 7% of its workforce, amid economic challenges. Affected workers will receive 20 weeks' base pay, extended healthcare benefits, and job-search support including career coaching. CEO Yamini Rangan cited the need to streamline operations.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Economy
Focus Area Employment Labour Market Tech Industry Layoffs Automation Artificial Intelligence Gig Economy
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HubSpot lays off 660 workers, offers 20 weeks’ base pay and job-search support

HubSpot lays off 660 workers, offers 20 weeks’ base pay and job-search support

HubSpot lays off 660 workers, offers 20 weeks’ base pay and job-search support

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:47:03 PM

‘Want 100 FIRs Against Me’: Rahul Gandhi Challenges Govt As He Leads INDIA Bloc Protest Against CEC

SUMMARY
Rahul Gandhi led an INDIA bloc protest in Parliament premises against the appointment of the new Chief Election Commissioner, alleging the selection process lacked transparency and independence. He defiantly challenged the government, saying he wants 100 FIRs filed against him, showing he won't be silenced. The opposition accused the ruling BJP of undermining democratic institutions by appointing a partisan CEC.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission CEC accountability right to protest electoral governance democratic institutions
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‘Want 100 FIRs Against Me’: Rahul Gandhi Challenges Govt As He Leads INDIA Bloc Protest Against CEC

‘Want 100 FIRs Against Me’: Rahul Gandhi Challenges Govt As He Leads INDIA Bloc Protest Against CEC

‘Want 100 FIRs Against Me’: Rahul Gandhi Challenges Govt As He Leads INDIA Bloc Protest Against CEC

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NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:30:08 PM

Over two years after approval, BMRCL invites global firms for Namma Metro Phase-3 Orange Line consultancy

SUMMARY
Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has invited global consultancy firms for Namma Metro Phase-3 Orange Line, over two years after the project's approval. The Orange Line aims to enhance city connectivity. BMRCL seeks expertise for planning, design, and project management to expedite execution of the long-delayed metro expansion.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Urban Transport Metro Rail Urban Infrastructure Public Transport Urban Planning Infrastructure Development
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Over two years after approval, BMRCL invites global firms for Namma Metro Phase-3 Orange Line consultancy

Over two years after approval, BMRCL invites global firms for Namma Metro Phase-3 Orange Line consultancy

Over two years after approval, BMRCL invites global firms for Namma Metro Phase-3 Orange Line consultancy

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:30:03 PM

Struggling to tailor your CV to a job description? Here are 5 ChatGPT prompts to get noticed

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# Tailoring Your CV with ChatGPT

Struggling to customize your CV for each job? Five key ChatGPT prompts can help: ask it to match your skills to a job description, identify keyword gaps, rewrite bullet points with impact metrics, craft a targeted summary, and highlight transferable experience. These prompts help optimize your CV for ATS systems and recruiters, boosting your chances of landing interviews.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Artificial Intelligence Generative AI ChatGPT AI in Employment Digital Skills
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Struggling to tailor your CV to a job description? Here are 5 ChatGPT prompts to get noticed

Struggling to tailor your CV to a job description? Here are 5 ChatGPT prompts to get noticed

Struggling to tailor your CV to a job description? Here are 5 ChatGPT prompts to get noticed

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NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:21:16 PM

Government Order dropping six Water Metro terminals in Keralam’s Kochi draws flak

SUMMARY
The Kerala government's order to drop six terminals from the Kochi Water Metro project has sparked widespread criticism. Opposition parties, commuters, and local representatives condemned the decision, calling it a setback to urban connectivity. The affected terminals were key to linking island communities across Kochi's backwaters, part of India's first water metro operated by Kochi Water Metro Ltd (KWML) under KMRL.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Urban Transport Urban Governance Public Infrastructure Water Metro Sustainable Mobility Multimodal Transport
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Government Order dropping six Water Metro terminals in Keralam’s Kochi draws flak

Government Order dropping six Water Metro terminals in Keralam’s Kochi draws flak

Government Order dropping six Water Metro terminals in Keralam’s Kochi draws flak

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NEW Barandbench Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:21:02 PM

Focus on scams of national level, not private property disputes: Madras High Court to ED

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# Madras High Court Directs ED to Focus on National-Level Scams

The Madras High Court recently directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to prioritize investigating large-scale financial scams affecting the nation rather than involving itself in private property disputes between individuals. The court made these observations while hearing a case where the ED had intervened in what was essentially a civil property matter. The bench remarked that the agency's resources and mandate under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) should be utilized for tackling significant economic offences, money laundering cases, and frauds that impact the country's economy and public interest. The court expressed concern that the ED's involvement in petty disputes dilutes its effectiveness and diverts attention from serious financial crimes. This directive highlights the ongoing judicial scrutiny over central investigative agencies overstepping their jurisdiction. The court emphasized that agencies like ED were established to combat organized financial crime and should not be weaponized or misused in ordinary civil litigation matters between private parties, urging the agency to exercise discretion and focus on cases of genuine national importance.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Prevention of Money Laundering Act Judicial Review Financial Crimes Central Investigating Agencies
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Focus on scams of national level, not private property disputes: Madras High Court to ED

Focus on scams of national level, not private property disputes: Madras High Court to ED

Focus on scams of national level, not private property disputes: Madras High Court to ED

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NEW The Hindu Wed 07 Oct 2026 04:04:07 PM

Prakash Raj demands scrapping of SIR, calls on citizens to ‘hit the streets’

SUMMARY
Actor-politician Prakash Raj has demanded the scrapping of the Systematic Investors' Registration (SIR) scheme, urging citizens to take to the streets in protest. He called the policy unjust and harmful, rallying public opposition against the government's move, sparking political debate.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Election Commission of India Electoral Rolls Electoral Reforms Right to Vote Article 324
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Prakash Raj demands scrapping of SIR, calls on citizens to ‘hit the streets’

Prakash Raj demands scrapping of SIR, calls on citizens to ‘hit the streets’

Prakash Raj demands scrapping of SIR, calls on citizens to ‘hit the streets’

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