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NEW Prabhat Khabar Sat 05 Sep 2026 10:25:13 AM

New World Map : बदल गया दुनिया का नक्शा! जानें अब कहां दिखेंगे भारत और पाकिस्तान?

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# दुनिया का नया नक्शा: भारत-पाकिस्तान की नई स्थिति

हाल ही में वैज्ञानिकों ने पृथ्वी का नया और अधिक सटीक नक्शा तैयार किया है। पारंपरिक मर्केटर प्रोजेक्शन मैप में देशों के आकार और स्थिति में विकृति थी। नए मैप में भारत और पाकिस्तान पहले से छोटे और अलग स्थिति पर दिखते हैं। यह AuthaGraph या समान प्रोजेक्शन पर आधारित है जो गोलाकार पृथ्वी को समतल सतह पर ज्यादा सही दर्शाता है। इसमें अफ्रीका और दक्षिण एशिया का वास्तविक आकार पहले से बड़ा नजर आता है, जबकि यूरोप-अमेरिका छोटे दिखते हैं।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - I Geography

Focus Area World Mapping Cartography Map Projections Geographical Representation Political Boundaries

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NEW Hindustan Times Sat 05 Sep 2026 10:14:07 AM

León Wildfire: Flames Sweep Through Sosas de Laciana As Firefighters Mobilise

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A wildfire erupted near Sosas de Laciana in León, Spain, sending flames sweeping through the rural area and threatening local vegetation and wildlife. Emergency services, including ground firefighters and aerial support, were rapidly mobilised to contain the blaze. Authorities urged residents to stay alert and follow evacuation protocols if necessary. The fire's cause remains under investigation, with dry conditions and wind likely fueling its spread. Efforts continue to prevent further damage to the region's natural landscape.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management

Focus Area Wildfires Forest Fire Management Climate Change Disaster Response Ecosystem Vulnerability

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NEW The Times Of India Sat 05 Sep 2026 10:14:03 AM

Bangladesh measles outbreak nears 1,000 child deaths as cases cross 180,000

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Bangladesh faces a devastating measles outbreak, with nearly 1,000 child deaths and over 180,000 confirmed cases. The crisis is largely attributed to disrupted vaccination programs during the COVID-19 pandemic and political instability following the 2024 government change. Most victims are children under five who missed routine immunizations. Health authorities, alongside WHO and UNICEF, have launched emergency vaccination campaigns targeting millions of children. Overcrowded urban areas and refugee camps remain hotspots, straining an already fragile healthcare system.

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

Focus Area Measles Vaccine Coverage Communicable Diseases Public Health Immunisation Programmes

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NEW Barandbench Sat 05 Sep 2026 10:03:03 AM

Supreme Court ruling on modification of arbitral awards creating uncertainty abroad: VK Rajah

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Singapore's former Attorney-General VK Rajah expressed concern that a Supreme Court ruling allowing modification of arbitral awards could create uncertainty in the international arbitration landscape. He warned that permitting courts to alter awards, rather than simply upholding or setting them aside, undermines the finality principle central to arbitration. This could deter foreign parties from choosing Singapore as an arbitration seat, fearing judicial interference. Rajah emphasized that maintaining minimal court intervention is vital for Singapore's reputation as a trusted arbitration hub, urging clarity in the legal framework to preserve confidence among international businesses and legal practitioners.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Arbitration Law Supreme Court Judgments Arbitral Awards Judicial Intervention Alternative Dispute Resolution

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NEW Moneycontrol Sat 05 Sep 2026 09:25:12 AM

US-Iran War: अब ईरान के इस पहाड़ को तबाह करेगा अमेरिका! जानिए ट्रंप क्यों कर रहे Pickaxe Mountain को निशाना बनाने की तैयारी

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# US-Iran तनाव: Pickaxe Mountain पर अमेरिका की नजर

अमेरिका और ईरान के बीच बढ़ते तनाव में राष्ट्रपति ट्रंप ने ईरान के "Pickaxe Mountain" (कोह-ए-कलंग) को निशाना बनाने की तैयारी की बात कही है। यह पहाड़ ईरान के परमाणु कार्यक्रम का अहम ठिकाना माना जाता है, जहां जमीन के नीचे गहराई में यूरेनियम संवर्धन सुविधाएं हैं। अमेरिका का मानना है कि ईरान यहां परमाणु हथियार बनाने की दिशा में काम कर रहा है। ट्रंप ने शक्तिशाली बंकर-बस्टर बमों से इसे नष्ट करने का संकेत दिया है। ईरान ने इसे धमकी बताकर खारिज किया है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area US-Iran Relations West Asian Geopolitics Iran Nuclear Issue Regional Security Geopolitical Conflict

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NEW The Hindu Sat 05 Sep 2026 09:14:07 AM

Jantar Mantar assault row: Delhi police add attempt-to-murder, SC/ST charges; assure Swatantra Bhardwaj’s arrest within 72 hours, says CJP

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Delhi police have strengthened charges in the Jantar Mantar assault case, adding attempt-to-murder and SC/ST Act provisions against accused Swatantra Bhardwaj. The incident involved an attack on individuals at Jantar Mantar, Delhi's prominent protest site. Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP) reported that police assured Bhardwaj's arrest within 72 hours. The upgraded charges reflect the severity of the assault and its alleged caste-based nature, drawing widespread attention to rising violence against marginalized communities at public spaces.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Criminal Law SC/ST Act Police Accountability Attempt to Murder Law and Order

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NEW Hindustan Times Sat 05 Sep 2026 09:14:02 AM

Belgian PM's veiled dig at Trump tariffs during India visit: 'Decide something on Monday, revoke it on Wednesday'

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Belgian PM Alexander De Croo, during his visit to India, took an indirect jab at US President Donald Trump's unpredictable tariff policies, stating leaders shouldn't "decide something on Monday and revoke it on Wednesday." Without naming Trump, he criticized erratic trade decisions that destabilize global markets. De Croo emphasized Belgium and the EU's commitment to stable, rules-based trade. He sought to strengthen India-Belgium economic ties, highlighting predictability as key to investor confidence amid global trade uncertainty caused by Trump's fluctuating tariff announcements.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations

Focus Area India-European Union Relations Trade Tariffs Global Trade Policy Protectionism International Economic Relations

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NEW The Hindu Sat 05 Sep 2026 09:03:13 AM

NTA takes AICTE help to map facilities for setting up testing centres

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has collaborated with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) to map infrastructure and facilities at educational institutions across India for establishing examination testing centres. This initiative aims to identify colleges and institutions with adequate computer labs, internet connectivity, and seating capacity to conduct major competitive exams like JEE, NEET, and CUET efficiently. By leveraging AICTE's extensive database of technical institutions, NTA seeks to expand its network of exam centres, especially in remote and underserved areas, ensuring better accessibility for students. This partnership is expected to reduce overcrowding, minimize travel for candidates, and enhance the overall examination process transparency and reach nationwide.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Examination Reforms National Testing Agency AICTE Higher Education Governance Examination Infrastructure

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NEW News 18 Hindi Sat 05 Sep 2026 09:03:02 AM

'Threatened My Minor Daughter’: CJP Protester's Father On Attack By 'Influencer' Swatantra Bhardwaj

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A protester's father filed a complaint alleging that social media influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj threatened his minor daughter who participated in protests related to the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) controversy. The father claimed Bhardwaj targeted the girl online, issuing threats and intimidation. The incident sparked outrage over the harassment of minors involved in peaceful protests. Authorities were urged to take action against Bhardwaj for threatening a child, raising concerns about influencers misusing their platforms to silence dissent and endanger minors.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice

Focus Area Child Protection POCSO Act Women and Child Safety Criminal Justice System Protection of Minors

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Sat 05 Sep 2026 08:52:13 AM

शिक्षक दिवस पर राष्ट्रपति का विशेष लेख: शिक्षक नियति के निर्माता, गढ़ते हैं भविष्य, वही हमारे आदर्श

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**शिक्षक दिवस पर राष्ट्रपति का विशेष लेख**

राष्ट्रपति ने 5 सितंबर को शिक्षक दिवस के अवसर पर एक विशेष लेख लिखा, जिसमें उन्होंने शिक्षकों को "नियति के निर्माता" बताया। उन्होंने कहा कि शिक्षक ही विद्यार्थियों का भविष्य गढ़ते हैं और समाज को दिशा देते हैं। राष्ट्रपति ने शिक्षकों को राष्ट्र निर्माण की रीढ़ बताते हुए उन्हें आदर्श कहा। उन्होंने डॉ. सर्वपल्ली राधाकृष्णन की विरासत को याद करते हुए शिक्षकों के समर्पण और त्याग की सराहना की। लेख में शिक्षा के महत्व और शिक्षकों के सम्मान पर बल दिया गया।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance

Focus Area Teacher Education Education Governance Quality of Education Human Capital Development Role of Teachers

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NEW News 18 Hindi Sat 05 Sep 2026 08:52:03 AM

Eight Tamil Nadu Engineering Students Killed After Car Crashes Into Parked Lorry In Kerala

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Eight engineering students from Tamil Nadu were killed in a tragic road accident in Kerala's Palakkad district. The students, traveling in a car, crashed into a parked lorry on the national highway. The incident occurred in the early hours when visibility was poor. The victims were reportedly returning from a trip. Excessive speed and driver fatigue are suspected causes. Police and rescue teams rushed to the scene. The car was severely mangled, leaving no survivors. Kerala and Tamil Nadu CMs expressed condolences.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management

Focus Area Road Safety Road Accidents Disaster Response Emergency Medical Services Transport Safety

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NEW Moneycontrol Sat 05 Sep 2026 08:41:12 AM

Bank Strike: हफ्ते में 5 दिन वर्किंग पर नहीं बनी बात, 11 सितंबर को बैंक हड़ताल तय! आगे भी कई दिन कामकाज रहेगा प्रभावित

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**बैंक हड़ताल 11 सितंबर को तय!** हफ्ते में 5 दिन वर्किंग डे लागू करने की मांग पर सरकार और बैंक प्रबंधन से बातचीत विफल रहने के बाद AIBEA समेत कई बैंक यूनियनों ने 11 सितंबर को हड़ताल का ऐलान किया है। यूनियनों की मांग है कि शनिवार को पूर्ण छुट्टी मिले, वेतन संशोधन हो और कार्यभार कम किया जाए। इस हड़ताल से सरकारी बैंकों में कामकाज ठप रह सकता है। ATM, UPI और ऑनलाइन बैंकिंग सेवाएं चालू रहेंगी। ग्राहकों को सलाह है कि जरूरी बैंकिंग काम पहले निपटा लें। आने वाले दिनों में और हड़तालों की चेतावनी भी दी गई है।

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Banking Sector Five-Day Banking Week Banking Unions Labour Relations Financial Services

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NEW News 18 Hindi Sat 05 Sep 2026 08:41:07 AM

Delhi-NCR To See Another Wet Day; IMD Issues Yellow Alert For Rain, Thunderstorms

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Delhi-NCR is set to experience another day of rainfall as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert warning for rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. The wet spell, driven by moisture-laden winds and a western disturbance, is expected to bring moderate to heavy showers across the region. Temperatures are likely to drop slightly, offering relief from the heat. IMD has advised residents to stay cautious, avoid waterlogged areas, and stay updated on weather warnings. Traffic disruptions and waterlogging in low-lying areas remain a concern.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Disaster Management

Focus Area Urban Flooding Extreme Weather Indian Meteorological Department Disaster Preparedness Urban Disaster Management

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NEW Mint Sat 05 Sep 2026 08:30:14 AM

Dollar deluge from FCNR push to test RBI's liquidity drain toolkit

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In 2016, the RBI faced a massive dollar inflow as FCNR(B) deposits matured, worth around $20-26 billion. These deposits were raised in 2013 during the rupee crisis under Governor Rajan's swap scheme to attract foreign currency. As dollars flooded in, the RBI had to absorb excess rupee liquidity to prevent inflation. It deployed tools like reverse repos, CRR hikes, and MSS bonds. The challenge tested the central bank's ability to manage liquidity without disrupting money markets or interest rates significantly.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area FCNR Deposits RBI Liquidity Management Foreign Exchange Reserves Capital Inflows Monetary Policy

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NEW Hindustan Times Sat 05 Sep 2026 08:25:12 AM

Your daily egg is getting costlier. Ethanol has to do with it, along with Iran war & more

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Rising egg prices are squeezing household budgets due to multiple factors. Increased ethanol production diverts corn from animal feed to fuel, raising poultry feed costs significantly. Geopolitical tensions, particularly the threat of war with Iran, are driving up oil prices, inflating transportation and production expenses across the supply chain. Additionally, avian flu outbreaks have reduced hen populations, tightening egg supply. Combined with inflation and higher energy costs, consumers face steeper prices at grocery stores, making this breakfast staple increasingly unaffordable for many families.

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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Economy

Focus Area Food Inflation Ethanol Policy Agricultural Commodities Feed Costs Geopolitical Impact on Prices

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