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NEW The Hindu Tue 03 Nov 2026 11:45:56 AM

Over one lakh workers expected at Jantar Mantar in Delhi for indefinite protest by CITU starting December 1

SUMMARY

The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) has gathered over one hundred thousand workers at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi for an indefinite protest. Key demands include repealing the controversial labour codes, establishing higher minimum wages and pensions, regularizing contract employees, and expanding comprehensive social security to protect workers' rights and livelihoods.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice

Focus Area Labour Rights Labour Codes 2020 Trade Unions Minimum Wages Social Security Contractual Workers Informal Sector Workers' Pension

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NEW Markets-Economic Times Tue 03 Nov 2026 11:34:22 AM

Asian companies to ramp up investments in US amid supply-chain shifts

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Major Asian companies from Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are ramping up investments in the United States. Driven by shifting global supply chains and geopolitical risks, firms are transitioning from initial planning to heavy capital spending in manufacturing. Supported by strong financial reserves, this trend prioritizes long-term resilience and proximity to the North American market.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy

Focus Area Global Supply Chain Restructuring Impact of Geopolitical Tensions on Trade Foreign Investment and Economic Growth

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NEW Mint Tue 03 Nov 2026 11:21:12 AM

Richest person in Asia: Mukesh Ambani vs Zhang Yinmin net worth — Reliance boss overtakes China's ByteDance TikTok head

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Mukesh Ambani, Reliance Industries chairman, has reclaimed the title of Asia's richest person, surpassing Zhang Yiming, ByteDance and TikTok founder. Ambani's net worth rose due to surging Reliance shares, while Zhang's wealth dipped amid China's tech crackdown and slowing economy.

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Relevant For: Prelims Indian Economy

Focus Area Digital Economy Jio Vs TikTok Hurun Rich list

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NEW The Hindu Tue 03 Nov 2026 11:04:04 AM

Former Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid arrested on child sexual abuse charges

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Former Maldives Foreign Minister and ex-UN General Assembly President Abdulla Shahid was arrested on charges of child sexual abuse. The allegations involve misconduct with a minor. Shahid, a senior MDP party member, denied the charges. The case has shocked Maldivian politics.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area ICC India Maldives Mohammed Naseed

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 03 Nov 2026 10:21:09 AM

PM Modi's Solar Push: छत से बनेगी बिजली, पकेगा खाना, चार्ज होगी EV, पीएम ने बताया सोलर से कैसे बदलेगी जिंदगी

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प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने सोलर एनर्जी के व्यापक विस्तार पर जोर देते हुए कहा है कि छतों पर लगने वाले सौर संयंत्रों से घरों में बिजली पैदा होगी, खाना पकेगा और इलेक्ट्रिक वाहन चार्ज होंगे। उन्होंने बताया कि इस हरित क्रांति से आम नागरिकों का जीवन स्तर सुधरेगा, घरेलू खर्च घटेंगे और देश आत्मनिर्भर बनेगा। यह दूरदर्शी पहल आम नागरिकों को ऊर्जा उत्पादक बनाने में मदद करेगी।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy

Focus Area PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana PM-KUSUM National Green Hydrogen Mission International Solar Alliance

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 03 Nov 2026 10:05:12 AM

भारतीय नौसेना ने समुद्री लुटेरों से छुड़ाया ईरानी जहाज, 48 घंटे के ऑपरेशन में 20 क्रू मेंबर्स को बचाया

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भारतीय नौसेना ने अरब सागर में एक साहसिक अभियान चलाकर सोमाली लुटेरों के चंगुल से एक ईरानी जहाज को सुरक्षित मुक्त करा लिया है। लगभग 48 घंटे चले इस सटीक ऑपरेशन में नौसेना ने बंधक बनाए गए सभी 20 क्रू सदस्यों को सकुशल बचा लिया। इस प्रभावी कार्रवाई से अंतरराष्ट्रीय समुद्री मार्गों पर भारत की मजबूत सुरक्षा प्रतिबद्धता और नौवहन स्वतंत्रता एक बार फिर पूरी तरह प्रमाणित हुई है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Defence & Security

Focus Area Anti-Piracy Operations Gulf of Aden Arabian Sea Mother Ship Concept Sea Lines of Communication (SLOC)

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 03 Nov 2026 10:04:11 AM

भारत से ट्रेड बंद होने पर टूटी पाकिस्तान की कमर! गंवा चुका 40 अरब डॉलर, कारोबारी बोले- फिर से खोलो रास्ता

SUMMARY

भारत ने 2019 में पुलवामा आतंकी हमले के बाद पाकिस्तान से व्यापारिक संबंधों पर रोक लगाई और उसका Most Favoured Nation (MFN) दर्जा वापस ले लिया। पाकिस्तानी व्यापारिक संगठनों के अनुसार, इस फैसले से पाकिस्तान को अब तक करीब 40 अरब डॉलर का नुकसान हुआ है। आर्थिक संकट से जूझ रहे पाकिस्तान के कारोबारी अब भारत के साथ व्यापार दोबारा शुरू करने की मांग कर रहे हैं, ताकि उद्योगों और व्यापार को राहत मिल सके।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy

Focus Area India-Pakistan Trade Relations Most Favoured Nation Status SAARC WTO Bilateral Trade

NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 03 Nov 2026 09:59:12 AM

Patanjali Ghee Worth Rs 20 Lakh Seized By Maharashtra FDA Over Suspected Misbranding, Adulteration

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The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seized Patanjali cow ghee worth approximately ₹20.20 lakh from a distributor in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The enforcement action was taken over strong suspicions of misbranding and adulteration, forming part of a broader statewide inspection drive conducted across multiple divisions to ensure food safety compliance.

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Relevant For: Prelims GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area FSSAI Food Safety and Standards Act 2006 Food Adulteration Misbranding Food Safety Regulations

NEW Mint Tue 03 Nov 2026 09:48:03 AM

Can India abolish LTGC tax? SBI Research says Centre has ‘fiscal headroom’ to absorb loss, suggests alternatives

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SBI Research suggests India can abolish Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax, stating the Centre has fiscal headroom to absorb the estimated ₹50,000 crore revenue loss. The report argues removal would boost market participation, simplify taxation, and attract investments. Alternatives proposed include higher STT or rationalizing exemptions to offset revenue impact while promoting equity culture.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy

Focus Area Long-Term Capital Gains Tax Capital Gains Taxation Securities Transaction Tax Direct Taxation Fiscal Consolidation

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NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 03 Nov 2026 09:20:05 AM

Gurugram Tightens Pollution Curbs: 50% WFH For Govt, Private Offices; Construction Ban From November 5

SUMMARY

Gurugram administration has enforced strict anti-pollution curbs starting November 5 due to deteriorating air quality across the city. Government and private offices have been directed to implement a mandatory 50% work-from-home policy. Furthermore, all construction and demolition activities stand completely banned under GRAP Stage-IV guidelines to control severe regional air pollution.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology

Focus Area CAQM Act 2021 Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) Urban Air Pollution Delhi-NCR Air Pollution

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NEW Mint Tue 03 Nov 2026 09:04:11 AM

India's startup funding slows as global investors turn cautious, capital shifts to US

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India's startup funding has slowed as global investors exercise caution and shift capital toward US AI ventures today. Investors now prioritize profitability, governance, and solid unit economics over rapid growth. While growth-stage funding faces longer deal cycles, early-stage rounds across AI, SaaS, and fintech sectors continue to attract disciplined domestic and global capital.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy

Focus Area Startup India Venture Capital Angel Investors Private Equity FDI FPI

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NEW The Hindu Tue 03 Nov 2026 08:44:36 AM

Cyclone Murasu brings deluge to parched Prakasam district

SUMMARY

Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu brought heavy downpours and 120 kmph gale winds to the drought-prone Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh today. While easing prolonged dry conditions, the storm caused severe inundation, uprooted power poles and trees, and damaged standing crops across low-lying coastal belts. Emergency disaster relief operations are currently underway across all affected areas.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Disaster Management

Focus Area Cyclone Disaster Management Coastal Vulnerability Extreme Rainfall and Flooding Climate Change and Extreme Weather Events Early Warning Systems Agricultural Losses

NEW Prabhat Khabar Tue 03 Nov 2026 08:21:03 AM

China में शुरू हुई AI Robots के दिमाग की रेस, अब इंसानों की तरह सोचना सीखेंगे ह्यूमनॉइड रोबोट्स

SUMMARY

चीन में ह्यूमनाइड रोबोट्स के लिए उन्नत आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस मस्तिष्क विकसित करने की होड़ तेज हो गई है। चीनी शोधकर्ता और टेक कंपनियां एआई एम्बोडाइड इंटेलिजेंस पर ध्यान केंद्रित कर रही हैं, जिससे ये रोबोट केवल निर्देशों का पालन करने के बजाय इंसानों की तरह सोच, समझ और जटिल कार्य कर सकेंगे। इससे रोबोटिक्स उद्योग में एक बड़ी तकनीकी क्रांति आने की संभावना है।

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

Focus Area Artificial Intelligence (AI) Humanoid Robots Embodied AI Robotics Technology Machine Learning Deep Learning Human-Robot Interaction

NEW Prabhat Khabar Tue 03 Nov 2026 08:04:11 AM

US Strikes Iran: मिडटर्म चुनाव के बीच ईरान के केशम द्वीप पर अमेरिकी हमला, टूटा सीजफायर

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अमेरिकी मध्यावधि चुनावों के बीच तनाव चरम पर पहुँच गया है, जब अमेरिकी सेना ने फारस की खाड़ी में स्थित ईरान के सामरिक दृष्टि से महत्वपूर्ण केशम द्वीप पर अचानक हवाई हमले किए। इस सैन्य कार्रवाई के साथ ही दोनों देशों के बीच बना नाजुक सीजफायर पूरी तरह टूट गया है। यद्यपि अमेरिकी प्रशासन ने युद्ध से बचने का दावा किया है, लेकिन इस हमले ने पूरे पश्चिम एशियाई क्षेत्र में भू-राजनीतिक तनाव और संकट को बढ़ा दिया है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area US-Iran Relations West Asia Geopolitics Qeshm Island Strait of Hormuz Persian Gulf Gulf of Oman

NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 03 Nov 2026 07:55:25 AM

Indian Navy Rescues 20 Crew Members From Hijacked Iranian Fishing Vessel After 48-Hour Operation

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The Indian Navy successfully rescued 20 crew members—comprising Iranian and Pakistani nationals—from a hijacked Iranian fishing vessel following a 48-hour operation in the Arabian Sea. Marine Commandos (MARCOS) intercepted the vessel, safely secured all hostages without casualties, and forced the armed Somali pirates to surrender, ensuring maritime security across the region.

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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Defence & Security

Focus Area , Indian Navy, Indian Ocean Region (IOR), Anti-Piracy Operations, Maritime Security, Navy-IAF Coordination