NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 08:21:11 PM

Develop affordable, sustainable food packaging technologies: DRDO scientist

SUMMARY
At the 77th Foundation Day event of CSIR-CFTRI, R. Kumar, Centre Head of the Defence Institute of Bio-Energy Research (DIBER/DRDO), Mysuru, emphasized the urgent need to develop indigenous, affordable, and eco-friendly food packaging solutions. Highlighting that reliance on imported technology is unsustainable, he stressed that reducing food waste across the supply chain is vital for India's food security.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Sustainable Packaging Food Preservation Biodegradable Materials Environmental Sustainability
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Develop affordable, sustainable food packaging technologies: DRDO scientist

Develop affordable, sustainable food packaging technologies: DRDO scientist

Develop affordable, sustainable food packaging technologies: DRDO scientist

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NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 07:21:03 PM

Karnataka’s Forest Department and Bird Count India launch first Rajyotsava Bird Count

SUMMARY
Karnataka's Forest Department and Bird Count India launched the first Rajyotsava Bird Count on November 1, 2024, coinciding with Karnataka Rajyotsava (Formation Day). This citizen science initiative encourages birdwatchers statewide to document bird species via eBird platform, promoting biodiversity awareness and conservation across Karnataka's diverse ecosystems.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Bird Count India Avian ecology field methods
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Karnataka’s Forest Department and Bird Count India launch first Rajyotsava Bird Count

Karnataka’s Forest Department and Bird Count India launch first Rajyotsava Bird Count

Karnataka’s Forest Department and Bird Count India launch first Rajyotsava Bird Count

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NEW Mint Tue 27 Oct 2026 07:04:14 PM

This startup from IIT Kanpur boys wants to make infrared chips 100 times cheaper to help drones see through smoke, haze

SUMMARY
An IIT Kanpur alumni-founded startup is developing affordable infrared (IR) sensor chips, aiming to reduce costs by 100x. These low-cost IR chips will enable drones to see through smoke, haze, and fog, boosting applications in defense, disaster rescue, surveillance, and agriculture.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Defence manufacturing Make in India Startup India
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This startup from IIT Kanpur boys wants to make infrared chips 100 times cheaper to help drones see through smoke, haze

This startup from IIT Kanpur boys wants to make infrared chips 100 times cheaper to help drones see through smoke, haze

This startup from IIT Kanpur boys wants to make infrared chips 100 times cheaper to help drones see through smoke, haze

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NEW Mint Tue 27 Oct 2026 06:47:12 PM

Industrial credit growth nears 20%, signals private capex revival; Shaktikanta Das urges banks to fund strategic sectors

SUMMARY
India's industrial credit growth has surged to nearly 20%, indicating a strong revival in private capital expenditure. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has urged banks to actively fund strategic sectors like infrastructure, manufacturing, and green energy to sustain economic momentum. This growth reflects rising business confidence, improved corporate balance sheets, and government policy support driving investment. Das emphasized prudent lending while ensuring adequate credit flow to productive sectors for long-term economic development.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area Industrial Credit Growth CAPEX Private Investment
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Industrial credit growth nears 20%, signals private capex revival; Shaktikanta Das urges banks to fund strategic sectors

Industrial credit growth nears 20%, signals private capex revival; Shaktikanta Das urges banks to fund strategic sectors

Industrial credit growth nears 20%, signals private capex revival; Shaktikanta Das urges banks to fund strategic sectors

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NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 06:30:04 PM

Supreme Court seeks government response on pleas challenging Vande Mataram as a ‘divisive religious war song’

SUMMARY
The Supreme Court has sought the Central Government's response to petitions challenging orders mandating the singing of all six stanzas of Vande Mataram. Petitioners argue that compulsory recitation of later stanzas violates constitutional rights to religious freedom and free speech, citing legal precedents that protect a citizen's right to stand in respectful silence.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Article 19 Article 25 Fundamental Rights Vande Mataram Constitutional Provisions
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Supreme Court seeks government response on pleas challenging Vande Mataram as a ‘divisive religious war song’

Supreme Court seeks government response on pleas challenging Vande Mataram as a ‘divisive religious war song’

Supreme Court seeks government response on pleas challenging Vande Mataram as a ‘divisive religious war song’

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NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 06:04:08 PM

BRICS Forum adopts joint declaration; condemns Pahalgam attack, seeks UNSC reforms

SUMMARY
The BRICS Foreign Ministers' Forum adopted a joint declaration condemning the Pahalgam terror attack in J&K, calling terrorism a global threat. The bloc also pushed for comprehensive UN Security Council reforms to make it more representative and effective in addressing current geopolitical challenges.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area Anti terror cooperation BRICS forum Pahalgam attack UNSC reforms
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BRICS Forum adopts joint declaration; condemns Pahalgam attack, seeks UNSC reforms

BRICS Forum adopts joint declaration; condemns Pahalgam attack, seeks UNSC reforms

BRICS Forum adopts joint declaration; condemns Pahalgam attack, seeks UNSC reforms

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NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 05:47:07 PM

AI can strengthen parliamentary processes, citizen participation: Om Birla

SUMMARY
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla highlighted AI’s potential to strengthen parliamentary processes and increase citizen participation. He said artificial intelligence can improve legislative efficiency, transparency, and governance while making parliamentary functions more accessible to citizens, encouraging informed participation and strengthening democratic institutions through responsible technological innovation.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Artificial Intelligence E-Parliament Digital India Parliamentary Committees
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AI can strengthen parliamentary processes, citizen participation: Om Birla

AI can strengthen parliamentary processes, citizen participation: Om Birla

AI can strengthen parliamentary processes, citizen participation: Om Birla

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NEW The Times Of India Tue 27 Oct 2026 05:47:03 PM

'We know everything': SC to hear pleas against CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Nov 17

SUMMARY
The Supreme Court will hear petitions challenging Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's appointment on November 17. Petitioners allege his selection violated the SC's 2023 ruling mandating an independent selection committee. The court remarked "we know everything," signaling awareness of concerns regarding the appointment process and its transparency.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Article 324 Election Commission of India Chief Election Commissioner Judicial Review
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'We know everything': SC to hear pleas against CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Nov 17

'We know everything': SC to hear pleas against CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Nov 17

'We know everything': SC to hear pleas against CEC Gyanesh Kumar on Nov 17

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NEW Barandbench Tue 27 Oct 2026 05:21:07 PM

ECI has accepted Form 6 tampering, now justifying it: TMC MP Dola Sen to Supreme Court

SUMMARY
TMC MP Dola Sen approached the Supreme Court alleging that the Election Commission of India has accepted tampering with Form 6 (voter registration form) and is now justifying it instead of taking corrective action. She raised concerns over electoral integrity, claiming irregularities in voter rolls could undermine fair elections, urging the court to intervene and ensure transparent electoral processes.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Election Commission of India (ECI) Form 6 Electoral Roll Revision Voter Registration Supreme Court
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ECI has accepted Form 6 tampering, now justifying it: TMC MP Dola Sen to Supreme Court

ECI has accepted Form 6 tampering, now justifying it: TMC MP Dola Sen to Supreme Court

ECI has accepted Form 6 tampering, now justifying it: TMC MP Dola Sen to Supreme Court

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NEW Mint Tue 27 Oct 2026 05:04:12 PM

Swiggy renews insurance for delivery partners: Benefits they get; hospitalisation, accidental death, family health cover

SUMMARY
Swiggy has renewed its insurance policy for delivery partners, offering comprehensive coverage including hospitalisation expenses, accidental death benefits, and family health cover. This initiative ensures financial protection for gig workers during medical emergencies, covering both on-duty and off-duty incidents, reinforcing Swiggy's commitment to partner welfare.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Gig Workers Social Security Health Insurance Platform Economy
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Swiggy renews insurance for delivery partners: Benefits they get; hospitalisation, accidental death, family health cover

Swiggy renews insurance for delivery partners: Benefits they get; hospitalisation, accidental death, family health cover

Swiggy renews insurance for delivery partners: Benefits they get; hospitalisation, accidental death, family health cover

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NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 05:04:07 PM

At SCO meet, Rajnath calls for dismantling the entire ecosystem of terrorism

SUMMARY
At the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting, India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged member nations to dismantle the complete ecosystem supporting terrorism, including financing, recruitment, and radicalization networks. He emphasized cross-border terrorism threats and called for collective action against safe havens for terrorists, stressing that no country should harbor terror groups.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Counter-Terrorism Terror Financing Cross-Border Terrorism
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At SCO meet, Rajnath calls for dismantling the entire ecosystem of terrorism

At SCO meet, Rajnath calls for dismantling the entire ecosystem of terrorism

At SCO meet, Rajnath calls for dismantling the entire ecosystem of terrorism

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NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 27 Oct 2026 05:04:04 PM

India Committed To Strengthening Global Cooperation On Disaster Risk Reduction: PM’s Principal Secretary

SUMMARY
Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr. P.K. Mishra, reaffirmed India’s commitment to global disaster risk reduction at a high-level UN meeting. Emphasizing resilient infrastructure and outcome-based financing, he urged breaking departmental silos and accelerating the Sendai Framework through 2030 to safeguard development assets and mitigate economic losses worldwide.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Disaster Management
Focus Area Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) International Cooperation DMA UNDRR
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India Committed To Strengthening Global Cooperation On Disaster Risk Reduction: PM’s Principal Secretary

India Committed To Strengthening Global Cooperation On Disaster Risk Reduction: PM’s Principal Secretary

India Committed To Strengthening Global Cooperation On Disaster Risk Reduction: PM’s Principal Secretary

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 27 Oct 2026 04:47:09 PM

जीरो से दुबई तक पहुंचेगा अरुणाचल का कीवी! 1.5 टन की पहली ट्रायल खेप UAE रवाना; किसानों के लिए खुलेंगे अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार के दरवाजे

SUMMARY
पूर्वोत्तर के कृषि निर्यात को बढ़ावा देते हुए अरुणाचल प्रदेश ने ज़ीरो घाटी में उगाई गई जैविक कीवी की 1.5 टन की परीक्षण खेप दुबई भेजी है। राज्य बागवानी विभाग और अपेडा के सहयोग से भेजी गई यह खेप लुलु हाइपरमार्केट में प्रदर्शित की जाएगी। यह पहल स्थानीय किसानों को सीधे अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजारों से जोड़कर उनकी आय बढ़ाने और राज्य के उत्पाद को वैश्विक पहचान दिलाने में मदद करेगी।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area Agricultural Exports Horticulture Kiwi Cultivation APEDA Agricultural Value Chains Farmers’ Income
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जीरो से दुबई तक पहुंचेगा अरुणाचल का कीवी! 1.5 टन की पहली ट्रायल खेप UAE रवाना; किसानों के लिए खुलेंगे अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार के दरवाजे

जीरो से दुबई तक पहुंचेगा अरुणाचल का कीवी! 1.5 टन की पहली ट्रायल खेप UAE रवाना; किसानों के लिए खुलेंगे अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार के दरवाजे

जीरो से दुबई तक पहुंचेगा अरुणाचल का कीवी! 1.5 टन की पहली ट्रायल खेप UAE रवाना; किसानों के लिए खुलेंगे अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार के दरवाजे

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NEW The Hindu Tue 27 Oct 2026 04:30:09 PM

NDA reaches seat-sharing consensus in Andhra, but Naidu and Pawan differ on significance of local polls

SUMMARY
The Andhra Pradesh ruling NDA—comprising the TDP, Jana Sena, and BJP—has reached a seat-sharing consensus for upcoming state local body elections. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu urged voters to elect a "triple-engine government" to ensure Central funds flow smoothly for local development. Conversely, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan emphasized that local contests prioritize regional cadre aspirations over state-level political dominance.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area 73rd Constitutional Amendment 74th Constitutional Amendment Panchayati Raj Urban Local Bodies
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NDA reaches seat-sharing consensus in Andhra, but Naidu and Pawan differ on significance of local polls

NDA reaches seat-sharing consensus in Andhra, but Naidu and Pawan differ on significance of local polls

NDA reaches seat-sharing consensus in Andhra, but Naidu and Pawan differ on significance of local polls

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NEW Moneycontrol Tue 27 Oct 2026 04:21:20 PM

1962 में सड़कें नहीं, आज सुरंग और सड़क नेटवर्क का जाल, अरुणाचल प्रदेश में विकास की नई तस्वीर

SUMMARY
1962 के युद्ध के दौरान अरुणाचल प्रदेश में सड़कों और आवश्यक बुनियादी सुविधाओं का भारी अभाव था, जिससे परिवहन बेहद चुनौतीपूर्ण था। इसके विपरीत, आज यह राज्य आधुनिक ऑल-वेदर सड़कों, अत्याधुनिक पुलों और सेला सुरंग जैसी प्रमुख परियोजनाओं के विशाल नेटवर्क से जुड़ चुका है। इस अभूतपूर्व विकास से न केवल सेना की रणनीतिक पहुंच मजबूत हुई है, बल्कि स्थानीय पर्यटन, व्यापार और क्षेत्रीय आर्थिक प्रगति को भी एक नई दिशा मिली है।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area India-China War of 1962 India-China Border Dispute NEFA (present-day Arunachal Pradesh) Historical Lessons of the War
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1962 में सड़कें नहीं, आज सुरंग और सड़क नेटवर्क का जाल, अरुणाचल प्रदेश में विकास की नई तस्वीर

1962 में सड़कें नहीं, आज सुरंग और सड़क नेटवर्क का जाल, अरुणाचल प्रदेश में विकास की नई तस्वीर

1962 में सड़कें नहीं, आज सुरंग और सड़क नेटवर्क का जाल, अरुणाचल प्रदेश में विकास की नई तस्वीर

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