NEW News 18 Hindi Sat 31 Oct 2026 02:30:04 PM

Yogi Govt Reaches 22.62 Lakh More Paddy Farmers Than SP Govt In Uttar Pradesh

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Official figures from the Uttar Pradesh Food and Civil Supplies Department indicate that the Yogi Adityanath-led government reached over 37.49 lakh farmers through its state paddy procurement system over a four-year period, compared to approximately 14.87 lakh farmers covered during the previous Samajwadi Party (SP) government's five-year tenure. This represents an addition of over 22.62 lakh beneficiaries—a 152% increase—driven by direct benefit transfers (DBT) and streamlined procurement logistics.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area MSP Paddy Procurement FCI Procurement Centres Agricultural Marketing
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Yogi Govt Reaches 22.62 Lakh More Paddy Farmers Than SP Govt In Uttar Pradesh

Yogi Govt Reaches 22.62 Lakh More Paddy Farmers Than SP Govt In Uttar Pradesh

Yogi Govt Reaches 22.62 Lakh More Paddy Farmers Than SP Govt In Uttar Pradesh

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NEW Markets-Economic Times Sat 31 Oct 2026 02:04:12 PM

Sebi pushes for resilient capital markets, focuses on investor protection: Chairman

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SEBI Chairman emphasized strengthening capital market resilience and enhancing investor protection measures. The regulator aims to boost market integrity through stricter regulations, transparency, and surveillance. Focus areas include safeguarding retail investors, curbing market manipulation, and ensuring fair practices to maintain trust and stability in Indian securities markets.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area SEBI capital market regulation investor protection market stability financial transparency risk management
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Sebi pushes for resilient capital markets, focuses on investor protection: Chairman

Sebi pushes for resilient capital markets, focuses on investor protection: Chairman

Sebi pushes for resilient capital markets, focuses on investor protection: Chairman

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NEW Hindustan Times Sat 31 Oct 2026 01:30:11 PM

Who told the press? fired US top strategist 'leaked' Pentagon's Iran and Ukraine war secrets | USA

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired top military strategist Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia following allegations of leaking classified war plans regarding Iran and Ukraine to journalists. The breach involved operational strategy and military aid details, prompting an Air Force OSI probe and DOJ referral. Pentagon officials condemned the unauthorized disclosures, warning they undermine national security and military safety.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Pentagon classified information intelligence leaks US national security Iran conflict Ukraine war
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Who told the press? fired US top strategist 'leaked' Pentagon's Iran and Ukraine war secrets | USA

Who told the press? fired US top strategist 'leaked' Pentagon's Iran and Ukraine war secrets | USA

Who told the press? fired US top strategist 'leaked' Pentagon's Iran and Ukraine war secrets | USA

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NEW The Hindu Sat 31 Oct 2026 01:30:08 PM

G20 foreign ministers to end Atlanta meeting without consensus on key issues

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The G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting hosted by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Atlanta is set to conclude without reaching a joint consensus on critical global issues. Deep divisions over the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, potential US military actions regarding Iran, trade disputes, and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz have stalled unified agreements. Member states failed to align on key geopolitical and economic priorities ahead of the upcoming summit.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area G20 multilateral diplomacy global governance geopolitical divisions international consensus global economic cooperation
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G20 foreign ministers to end Atlanta meeting without consensus on key issues

G20 foreign ministers to end Atlanta meeting without consensus on key issues

G20 foreign ministers to end Atlanta meeting without consensus on key issues

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NEW Ndtv Sat 31 Oct 2026 12:47:10 PM

Independent Russian Newspaper Shuts Down Amid Kremlin Pressure

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Novaya Gazeta, Russia's leading independent newspaper, announced its closure following relentless state pressure, declaring that the Russian authorities and security services have effectively "killed" the outlet. Founded in 1993 with financial support from former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning publication was forced to end operations after being evicted from its historic Moscow offices and stripped of its reader donation channels.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area Freedom of press democratic accountability media independence state control right to information
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Independent Russian Newspaper Shuts Down Amid Kremlin Pressure

Independent Russian Newspaper Shuts Down Amid Kremlin Pressure

Independent Russian Newspaper Shuts Down Amid Kremlin Pressure

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NEW Hindustan Times Sat 31 Oct 2026 12:30:07 PM

Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on sidelines of G20: 'Took stock of our bilateral cooperation’

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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Atlanta. The leaders reviewed multifaceted bilateral ties, building on recent discussions concerning a proposed trade deal. The talks also paved the way for upcoming multilateral engagements, including the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India-US relations G20 Summit bilateral cooperation strategic partnership defence trade technology
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Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on sidelines of G20: 'Took stock of our bilateral cooperation’

Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on sidelines of G20: 'Took stock of our bilateral cooperation’

Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on sidelines of G20: 'Took stock of our bilateral cooperation’

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NEW Mint Sat 31 Oct 2026 12:21:12 PM

India lifted 49.6 crore people out of poverty between 2011 and 2023, says World Bank report - Here is how it was done

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A recent World Bank report reveals that India successfully lifted 49.6 crore people out of poverty from 2011 to 2023. This remarkable achievement is attributed to targeted government welfare programs, massive infrastructure development, direct benefit transfers, and robust financial inclusion initiatives that significantly improved livelihoods and economic stability nationwide.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area Poverty reduction multidimensional poverty inclusive growth social welfare schemes
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India lifted 49.6 crore people out of poverty between 2011 and 2023, says World Bank report - Here is how it was done

India lifted 49.6 crore people out of poverty between 2011 and 2023, says World Bank report - Here is how it was done

India lifted 49.6 crore people out of poverty between 2011 and 2023, says World Bank report - Here is how it was done

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NEW The Hindu Sat 31 Oct 2026 12:21:08 PM

West Bengal steps up efforts to bring back tigress that strayed into Assam

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West Bengal wildlife officials are intensifying efforts to recapture a Royal Bengal tigress that strayed from its territory into Assam. The tigress reportedly crossed state borders from the forests of North Bengal. Tranquilizing teams and tracking experts have been deployed to safely capture and relocate the animal back. Both states are coordinating to ensure the tigress's safe return while minimizing human-wildlife conflict in affected areas.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Tiger conservation wildlife corridors animal migration human-wildlife conflict inter-state forest coordination
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West Bengal steps up efforts to bring back tigress that strayed into Assam

West Bengal steps up efforts to bring back tigress that strayed into Assam

West Bengal steps up efforts to bring back tigress that strayed into Assam

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NEW The Hindu Sat 31 Oct 2026 11:47:07 AM

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say

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North Korean state-sponsored hackers, notably the Lazarus Group, are considered among the world's most skilled cybercriminals. They've stolen billions in cryptocurrency to fund the regime's nuclear and missile programs, bypassing international sanctions through sophisticated cyberattacks on exchanges and DeFi platforms.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area North Korean hackers cryptocurrency theft cyber espionage financial cybercrime international cyber security
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North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say

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NEW News 18 Hindi Sat 31 Oct 2026 11:30:11 AM

'Environment Not Safe': Zakir Naik Defends Taliban's Curbs On Girls' Education; Faces Backlash

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Controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik defended the Taliban's ban on girls' education in Afghanistan, claiming the environment is "not safe" for women. His remarks sparked widespread backlash from activists, politicians, and social media users who condemned his justification of gender discrimination and denial of basic rights to Afghan girls and women under Taliban rule.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Taliban girls' education women's rights gender discrimination Afghanistan human rights
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'Environment Not Safe': Zakir Naik Defends Taliban's Curbs On Girls' Education; Faces Backlash

'Environment Not Safe': Zakir Naik Defends Taliban's Curbs On Girls' Education; Faces Backlash

'Environment Not Safe': Zakir Naik Defends Taliban's Curbs On Girls' Education; Faces Backlash

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NEW The Times Of India Sat 31 Oct 2026 11:04:11 AM

Jaishankar, Rubio review India-US bilateral cooperation during Atlanta meeting

SUMMARY
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Atlanta to review bilateral ties. They discussed defence, trade, technology, and strategic cooperation. Both reaffirmed commitment to strengthening the India-US partnership amid evolving global challenges.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area India-US strategic partnership Indo-Pacific QUAD defence cooperation critical and emerging technologies
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Jaishankar, Rubio review India-US bilateral cooperation during Atlanta meeting

Jaishankar, Rubio review India-US bilateral cooperation during Atlanta meeting

Jaishankar, Rubio review India-US bilateral cooperation during Atlanta meeting

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NEW Barandbench Sat 31 Oct 2026 11:04:07 AM

Gujarat High Court restores ban on non-veg eateries near Somnath Temple hours after single-judge lifts ban

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The Gujarat High Court's division bench restored the ban on non-vegetarian food stalls within a specified radius of the iconic Somnath Temple, overturning a single judge's earlier order that had lifted the restriction. The ban was originally imposed to maintain the sanctity of the revered Hindu pilgrimage site in Gir Somnath district. The single judge had ruled the ban unconstitutional, affecting livelihoods of local vendors, but the division bench stayed that order within hours, citing religious sentiments and the temple's sacred significance.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Gujarat High Court judicial review food restrictions religious places freedom of trade constitutional rights
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Gujarat High Court restores ban on non-veg eateries near Somnath Temple hours after single-judge lifts ban

Gujarat High Court restores ban on non-veg eateries near Somnath Temple hours after single-judge lifts ban

Gujarat High Court restores ban on non-veg eateries near Somnath Temple hours after single-judge lifts ban

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NEW The Hindu Sat 31 Oct 2026 10:30:04 AM

U.S., South Korea, Japan vow ‘complete’ North Korea’s denuclearisation

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The United States, South Korea, and Japan have reaffirmed their commitment to the "complete denuclearisation" of North Korea during high-level foreign policy talks. The three allies pledged the full implementation of UN Security Council resolutions targeting Pyongyang's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, while urging North Korea to abandon its weapons pursuits. The joint stance comes amid ongoing regional security tensions and diplomatic maneuvering ahead of upcoming international summits.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area North Korea denuclearisation US-South Korea-Japan cooperation nuclear proliferation East Asian security
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U.S., South Korea, Japan vow ‘complete’ North Korea’s denuclearisation

U.S., South Korea, Japan vow ‘complete’ North Korea’s denuclearisation

U.S., South Korea, Japan vow ‘complete’ North Korea’s denuclearisation

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NEW Firstpost Sat 31 Oct 2026 09:21:08 AM

PM Modi congratulates ISRO on successful GSLV-F18 launch carrying NVS-03 satellite

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PM Modi congratulated ISRO on the successful launch of GSLV-F18, carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite. Launched from Sriharikota, NVS-03 enhances India's NavIC system, improving GPS-like services. This boosts India's self-reliance in satellite navigation for civilian and strategic use.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Space technology strategic autonomy technological self-reliance indigenous capabilities navigation infrastructure
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PM Modi congratulates ISRO on successful GSLV-F18 launch carrying NVS-03 satellite

PM Modi congratulates ISRO on successful GSLV-F18 launch carrying NVS-03 satellite

PM Modi congratulates ISRO on successful GSLV-F18 launch carrying NVS-03 satellite

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NEW The Times Of India Sat 31 Oct 2026 09:04:09 AM

Trump administration to deport 150 Afghan refugees to Afghanistan via Pakistan

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The Trump administration plans to deport approximately 150 Afghan refugees back to Afghanistan through Pakistan. These individuals reportedly lack valid legal status in the U.S. Critics argue this endangers lives, especially those who aided U.S. forces during the 20-year war. Human rights groups condemn the move, citing Taliban threats. The policy aligns with Trump's broader hardline immigration stance, raising concerns about due process and safety for returnees facing persecution.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area Afghan refugees US deportation policy Pakistan's role refugee protection non-refoulement migration governance
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Trump administration to deport 150 Afghan refugees to Afghanistan via Pakistan

Trump administration to deport 150 Afghan refugees to Afghanistan via Pakistan

Trump administration to deport 150 Afghan refugees to Afghanistan via Pakistan

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