NEW The Hindu Fri 23 Oct 2026 02:04:07 PM

Low pressure over Bay of Bengal likely to turn into cyclonic storm by October end

SUMMARY
A low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify into a cyclonic storm by late October. Coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Tamil Nadu are on alert. Authorities have issued advisories for fishermen and residents to take precautions as heavy rainfall and strong winds are anticipated.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - I Geography
Focus Area Tropical Cyclones Bay of Bengal Low-Pressure Systems IMD Cyclone Formation Early Warning Systems
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Low pressure over Bay of Bengal likely to turn into cyclonic storm by October end

Low pressure over Bay of Bengal likely to turn into cyclonic storm by October end

Low pressure over Bay of Bengal likely to turn into cyclonic storm by October end

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NEW The Hindu Fri 23 Oct 2026 01:30:09 PM

Organisation founded 80 years ago struggling to deliver peace today: India on need for UNSC reforms

SUMMARY
India emphasized the urgent need for United Nations Security Council reforms, stating that the UN, founded 80 years ago, is struggling to deliver peace in today's world. India argued the UNSC's current structure is outdated and unrepresentative, lacking adequate representation for developing nations.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area UNSC Reforms United Nations India’s Permanent Membership Claim Veto Power Global Governance Multilateralism
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Organisation founded 80 years ago struggling to deliver peace today: India on need for UNSC reforms

Organisation founded 80 years ago struggling to deliver peace today: India on need for UNSC reforms

Organisation founded 80 years ago struggling to deliver peace today: India on need for UNSC reforms

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NEW Dainik Bhaskar Fri 23 Oct 2026 01:30:04 PM

पुंछ में सेना ने 7 संदिग्ध IED बरामद किए:लाइट मशीन गन की मैगजीन भी मिली; एक दिन पहले 2 आतंकी मददगार गिरफ्तार हुए थे

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**पुंछ, जम्मू-कश्मीर में सेना ने सर्च ऑपरेशन के दौरान 7 संदिग्ध IED (इम्प्रोवाइज्ड एक्सप्लोसिव डिवाइस) बरामद किए। साथ ही एक लाइट मशीन गन की मैगजीन भी मिली। इससे एक दिन पहले सुरक्षाबलों ने 2 आतंकी मददगारों को गिरफ्तार किया था।**
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Terrorism Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) Jammu & Kashmir Security Terrorist Networks Border Security
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पुंछ में सेना ने 7 संदिग्ध IED बरामद किए:लाइट मशीन गन की मैगजीन भी मिली; एक दिन पहले 2 आतंकी मददगार गिरफ्तार हुए थे

पुंछ में सेना ने 7 संदिग्ध IED बरामद किए:लाइट मशीन गन की मैगजीन भी मिली; एक दिन पहले 2 आतंकी मददगार गिरफ्तार हुए थे

पुंछ में सेना ने 7 संदिग्ध IED बरामद किए:लाइट मशीन गन की मैगजीन भी मिली; एक दिन पहले 2 आतंकी मददगार गिरफ्तार हुए थे

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NEW The Hindu Fri 23 Oct 2026 01:21:08 PM

Greece passes social media ban for children under 15

SUMMARY
Greece has enacted a law banning children under 15 from using social media platforms. The legislation aims to protect minors from cyberbullying, mental health risks, and online exploitation. Parents face penalties for non-compliance. Platforms must verify ages.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - IV Ethics & Morality
Focus Area Child Safety and protection Counter child pornography Children welfare
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Greece passes social media ban for children under 15

Greece passes social media ban for children under 15

Greece passes social media ban for children under 15

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NEW The Hindu Fri 23 Oct 2026 01:04:03 PM

Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

SUMMARY
Trump confirmed that Starshield satellite services have been restored in Ukraine, ensuring continued communications support for the war-torn nation. However, he declined to reveal whether he personally contacted Elon Musk regarding the matter, leaving questions about behind-the-scenes negotiations unanswered.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area Starlink Sovereignty Issues Satellite Internet Iran protests
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Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

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NEW Hindustan Times Fri 23 Oct 2026 11:30:10 AM

CISF to recruit 450 sportspersons, amend rules for sports recruitment at three levels

SUMMARY
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) plans to recruit 450 sportspersons by amending its sports recruitment rules at three levels—Constable, Head Constable, and Assistant Sub-Inspector. This move aims to strengthen sports talent within the force and boost participation in national and international competitions. The amended rules will streamline selection criteria, focusing on merit and achievements in various sports disciplines, ensuring talented athletes get opportunities to serve in the paramilitary force while continuing their sporting careers.
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Relevant For: Prelims Current Affairs
Focus Area Central Armed Police Forces Employment Sports promotion
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CISF to recruit 450 sportspersons, amend rules for sports recruitment at three levels

CISF to recruit 450 sportspersons, amend rules for sports recruitment at three levels

CISF to recruit 450 sportspersons, amend rules for sports recruitment at three levels

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Fri 23 Oct 2026 11:21:11 AM

eMudhra की सुरक्षा में कहां हुई चूक, क्या सरकार के पास भी सुरक्षित नहीं है आपका डेटा?

SUMMARY
# eMudhra डेटा सुरक्षा चूक

eMudhra, जो भारत सरकार की अधिकृत डिजिटल सिग्नेचर सर्टिफिकेट (DSC) प्रदाता कंपनी है, में साइबर सुरक्षा चूक सामने आई। हैकर्स ने कंपनी के सिस्टम में सेंध लगाकर यूजर्स का संवेदनशील डेटा जैसे आधार, PAN, ईमेल और फोन नंबर लीक किया। यह कंपनी सरकारी और निजी संस्थानों को डिजिटल प्रमाणीकरण सेवाएं देती है। इस घटना ने सवाल उठाए कि जब सरकार से जुड़ी एजेंसियां ही डेटा सुरक्षित नहीं रख सकतीं, तो नागरिकों की निजता कैसे सुरक्षित रहेगी। CERT-In ने मामले की जांच शुरू की। विशेषज्ञों ने कमजोर एन्क्रिप्शन और ऑडिट की कमी को जिम्मेदार ठहराया। यह भारत के डिजिटल इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर की विश्वसनीयता पर बड़ा सवाल है।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Data Security Cyber Security Terror Funding
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eMudhra की सुरक्षा में कहां हुई चूक, क्या सरकार के पास भी सुरक्षित नहीं है आपका डेटा?

eMudhra की सुरक्षा में कहां हुई चूक, क्या सरकार के पास भी सुरक्षित नहीं है आपका डेटा?

eMudhra की सुरक्षा में कहां हुई चूक, क्या सरकार के पास भी सुरक्षित नहीं है आपका डेटा?

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NEW The Hindu Fri 23 Oct 2026 11:04:07 AM

Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

SUMMARY
Trump confirmed that Starshield satellite services have been restored in Ukraine, ensuring continued battlefield communications. However, he declined to reveal whether he personally contacted Elon Musk regarding the issue, keeping details of their private discussions undisclosed.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area Starshield Space-Based Communication Ukraine War Space Technology Private Defence Companies US Foreign Policy
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Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

Trump says Starshield restored in Ukraine, declines to say if he contacted Musk

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NEW Barandbench Fri 23 Oct 2026 10:47:11 AM

Parents or police can't force adult woman to return home against her wishes: Kerala High Court

SUMMARY
The Kerala High Court ruled that neither parents nor police can compel an adult woman to return home against her will. The court upheld her fundamental right to personal liberty under the Constitution. The verdict came while hearing a habeas corpus petition, affirming that a major woman has the right to live wherever and with whomever she chooses, and no one can restrict her freedom of movement or decision-making.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Personal Liberty Right to Privacy Adult Autonomy Article 21 Freedom of Choice Judicial Review
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Parents or police can't force adult woman to return home against her wishes: Kerala High Court

Parents or police can't force adult woman to return home against her wishes: Kerala High Court

Parents or police can't force adult woman to return home against her wishes: Kerala High Court

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NEW Firstpost Fri 23 Oct 2026 10:47:04 AM

From 28th to second: India’s arms exports to Europe jump 1,600% amid Ukraine war

SUMMARY
India's arms exports to Europe surged 1,600%, rising from the 28th to the 2nd largest supplier, driven by the Ukraine war. European nations diversified sourcing amid supply chain pressures. India supplied ammunition and artillery components, boosting its defense industry globally.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area Defence Exports Indian Defence Industry Russia-Ukraine War Make in India Defence Manufacturing Global Arms Trade
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From 28th to second: India’s arms exports to Europe jump 1,600% amid Ukraine war

From 28th to second: India’s arms exports to Europe jump 1,600% amid Ukraine war

From 28th to second: India’s arms exports to Europe jump 1,600% amid Ukraine war

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NEW Hindustan Times Fri 23 Oct 2026 09:30:11 AM

San Francisco startup Marathon Fusion claims it has turned mercury into gold

SUMMARY
Marathon Fusion, a San Francisco-based startup, claims to have achieved the centuries-old alchemist dream of transmuting mercury into gold using nuclear fusion technology. Experts remain highly skeptical, calling the claim unverified and likely impractical at scale. No independent confirmation exists yet.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Nuclear Fusion Nuclear Transmutation Mercury Gold Production Advanced Nuclear Technology Scientific Validation
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San Francisco startup Marathon Fusion claims it has turned mercury into gold

San Francisco startup Marathon Fusion claims it has turned mercury into gold

San Francisco startup Marathon Fusion claims it has turned mercury into gold

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NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 23 Oct 2026 09:30:04 AM

WhatsApp, Telegram Won't Work Without Active SIM From January 1, 2027: What Users Must Know

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# WhatsApp & Telegram to Require Active SIM from January 1, 2027

India's DoT has mandated that OTT messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal must be linked to an active, verified SIM card starting January 1, 2027. If your SIM is deactivated or expired, these apps will stop functioning. This move aims to curb cybercrime, fraud, and misuse of anonymous accounts. Users must ensure their registered mobile numbers remain active. Telecom operators will share verification data with app providers. The rule falls under new telecom regulations to enhance national security and user accountability. Users with dual SIMs or frequently changed numbers should update their accounts promptly to avoid service disruption.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area WhatsApp Telegram SIM Binding Cybersecurity Digital Communication Telecom Regulations User Privacy
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WhatsApp, Telegram Won't Work Without Active SIM From January 1, 2027: What Users Must Know

WhatsApp, Telegram Won't Work Without Active SIM From January 1, 2027: What Users Must Know

WhatsApp, Telegram Won't Work Without Active SIM From January 1, 2027: What Users Must Know

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NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 23 Oct 2026 09:21:10 AM

Galwan Showed Military Solution To China Border Dispute Is Off The Table: Ex-Army Chief Naravane

SUMMARY
Former Indian Army Chief Gen MM Naravane stated that the 2020 Galwan Valley clash proved military solutions cannot resolve the India-China border dispute. The deadly confrontation, which killed 20 Indian soldiers, demonstrated that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only viable path forward for both nuclear-armed nations to settle their long-standing LAC boundary issues peacefully.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area India-China Relations Galwan Valley Clash Line of Actual Control (LAC) Border Dispute Military Diplomacy
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Galwan Showed Military Solution To China Border Dispute Is Off The Table: Ex-Army Chief Naravane

Galwan Showed Military Solution To China Border Dispute Is Off The Table: Ex-Army Chief Naravane

Galwan Showed Military Solution To China Border Dispute Is Off The Table: Ex-Army Chief Naravane

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NEW Mint Fri 23 Oct 2026 09:04:13 AM

AI Tech Fears Push Global Credit Spreads to 17-Month High

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AI technology concerns are rattling global markets, driving credit spreads to their widest level in 17 months. Investors fear AI disruption could destabilize industries, increase defaults, and slow growth. Rising uncertainty around regulation, job displacement, and overvalued tech stocks is fueling risk aversion, pushing borrowing costs higher across corporate bond markets worldwide.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area Credit Spreads Artificial Intelligence Financial Markets Investment Risk Corporate Debt
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AI Tech Fears Push Global Credit Spreads to 17-Month High

AI Tech Fears Push Global Credit Spreads to 17-Month High

AI Tech Fears Push Global Credit Spreads to 17-Month High

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NEW News 18 Hindi Fri 23 Oct 2026 09:04:08 AM

BSF Likely To Hold Raising Day Event In Manipur's Churachandpur Amid Ethnic Tensions | Exclusive

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India's Border Security Force (BSF) plans to hold its Raising Day event on December 1 in Manipur's Churachandpur district, a Kuki-dominated area amid ongoing Meitei-Kuki ethnic violence since May 2023. The move signals security reinforcement in the sensitive region, though it may stir political debate given the ethnic tensions. The event aims to boost troop morale and demonstrate India's commitment to restoring peace in the conflict-torn state.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Border Security Force (BSF) Manipur Ethnic Conflict Border Management Internal Security Central Armed Police Forces
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BSF Likely To Hold Raising Day Event In Manipur's Churachandpur Amid Ethnic Tensions | Exclusive

BSF Likely To Hold Raising Day Event In Manipur's Churachandpur Amid Ethnic Tensions | Exclusive

BSF Likely To Hold Raising Day Event In Manipur's Churachandpur Amid Ethnic Tensions | Exclusive

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