NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 21 Oct 2026 09:47:11 AM

'Tough To Make Deal With Iran': Rubio Says US To Keep Up 'Extraordinary Economic Pressure' | Exclusive

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that striking a deal with Iran remains difficult, emphasizing the Trump administration will maintain extraordinary economic pressure on Tehran. This comes amid stalled nuclear negotiations, with the US pushing maximum sanctions to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional influence.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area Economic Diplomacy Regional Security Energy Security International Sanctions Freedom of Navigation
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'Tough To Make Deal With Iran': Rubio Says US To Keep Up 'Extraordinary Economic Pressure' | Exclusive

'Tough To Make Deal With Iran': Rubio Says US To Keep Up 'Extraordinary Economic Pressure' | Exclusive

'Tough To Make Deal With Iran': Rubio Says US To Keep Up 'Extraordinary Economic Pressure' | Exclusive

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NEW Dainik Bhaskar Wed 21 Oct 2026 09:47:07 AM

शाह बोले- नक्सलवाद से 13,700 से लोगों की मौत हुई:31 मार्च को देश नक्सलवाद से मुक्त हुआ; अभियान में 3,600 जवानों ने बलिदान दिया

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गृहमंत्री अमित शाह ने कहा कि नक्सलवाद से देश में 13,700 से अधिक लोगों की मौत हुई और 3,600 जवानों ने बलिदान दिया। 31 मार्च 2025 को भारत नक्सलवाद से पूर्ण मुक्त हो गया। सरकार के सुरक्षा अभियानों और विकास नीतियों से यह ऐतिहासिक सफलता मिली।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) Naxalism Counter-Insurgency Tribal Development Police Modernisation Internal Security
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शाह बोले- नक्सलवाद से 13,700 से लोगों की मौत हुई:31 मार्च को देश नक्सलवाद से मुक्त हुआ; अभियान में 3,600 जवानों ने बलिदान दिया

शाह बोले- नक्सलवाद से 13,700 से लोगों की मौत हुई:31 मार्च को देश नक्सलवाद से मुक्त हुआ; अभियान में 3,600 जवानों ने बलिदान दिया

शाह बोले- नक्सलवाद से 13,700 से लोगों की मौत हुई:31 मार्च को देश नक्सलवाद से मुक्त हुआ; अभियान में 3,600 जवानों ने बलिदान दिया

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NEW Barandbench Wed 21 Oct 2026 09:21:03 AM

Calcutta High Court dismisses CPI(M)'s plea to halt removal of temporary book stall

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The Calcutta High Court rejected CPI(M)'s petition seeking to stop the removal of a temporary book stall set up by the party. The court upheld authorities' decision, ruling the stall was unauthorized on public land. CPI(M) argued it was for political outreach, but the court found no grounds to intervene.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Freedom of Expression Rule of Law Administrative Discretion Political Rights Non-arbitrary Governance.
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Calcutta High Court dismisses CPI(M)'s plea to halt removal of temporary book stall

Calcutta High Court dismisses CPI(M)'s plea to halt removal of temporary book stall

Calcutta High Court dismisses CPI(M)'s plea to halt removal of temporary book stall

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NEW Firstpost Wed 21 Oct 2026 08:47:03 AM

Salman Khan was the target, Lawrence Bishnoi gang picked Tiger Shroff as ‘easy second choice’

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The Lawrence Bishnoi gang targeted Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff as an "easy second choice" after failing to reach their primary target, Salman Khan. The gang planned to attack Tiger due to his close ties with Salman. Police uncovered the plot and arrested suspects linked to the Bishnoi gang, which has a long-standing feud with Salman over the 1998 blackbuck poaching case.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Organised Crime Mumbai Police Criminal Investigation Law Enforcement Cyber Surveillance.
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Salman Khan was the target, Lawrence Bishnoi gang picked Tiger Shroff as ‘easy second choice’

Salman Khan was the target, Lawrence Bishnoi gang picked Tiger Shroff as ‘easy second choice’

Salman Khan was the target, Lawrence Bishnoi gang picked Tiger Shroff as ‘easy second choice’

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NEW Firstpost Wed 21 Oct 2026 08:30:08 AM

Marco Rubio exclusive Q&A: Trade deal, Russian oil and the future of India-US ties

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed strengthening India-US relations, progress on a bilateral trade deal, and Washington's stance on Russian oil imports by India. He emphasized deeper strategic partnership, addressing trade imbalances, and navigating energy concerns amid ongoing geopolitical tensions between the two nations.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area India–US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) Tariffs Russian Crude Oil Energy Diversification Quad Strategic Partnership.
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Marco Rubio exclusive Q&A: Trade deal, Russian oil and the future of India-US ties

Marco Rubio exclusive Q&A: Trade deal, Russian oil and the future of India-US ties

Marco Rubio exclusive Q&A: Trade deal, Russian oil and the future of India-US ties

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NEW Ndtv Wed 21 Oct 2026 08:21:07 AM

UK Bank Operations Disrupted After Power Outage Hits Google Cloud Services

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A power outage at a Google Cloud data center in London disrupted UK banking operations, affecting services like payments and online banking for several financial institutions relying on Google's cloud infrastructure. Google worked to restore services, but the incident raised concerns about banks' heavy dependence on third-party cloud providers and the need for stronger backup systems to ensure financial service resilience.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Cloud Computing Digital Banking Critical Digital Infrastructure Cyber Resilience Financial System Stability
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UK Bank Operations Disrupted After Power Outage Hits Google Cloud Services

UK Bank Operations Disrupted After Power Outage Hits Google Cloud Services

UK Bank Operations Disrupted After Power Outage Hits Google Cloud Services

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 21 Oct 2026 08:04:07 AM

'Troubling Pattern': Over 20 UN Rights Experts Flag Crackdown On Youth-Led Protests In India

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Over 20 UN human rights experts expressed concern over India's crackdown on youth-led protests, citing excessive force, arbitrary detentions, and internet shutdowns. They called on Indian authorities to protect peaceful assembly rights and stop targeting student activists and dissenting voices.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Fundamental Rights Right to Protest Police Accountability UN Human Rights Mechanisms Freedom of Expression Public Order
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'Troubling Pattern': Over 20 UN Rights Experts Flag Crackdown On Youth-Led Protests In India

'Troubling Pattern': Over 20 UN Rights Experts Flag Crackdown On Youth-Led Protests In India

'Troubling Pattern': Over 20 UN Rights Experts Flag Crackdown On Youth-Led Protests In India

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 21 Oct 2026 07:47:03 AM

Trump scolds reporter for question about new whistleblower program during heated Oval Office exchange: ‘You better be careful’

SUMMARY
During a tense Oval Office press interaction, President Trump warned a reporter to "be careful" after being asked about a new government whistleblower program. Trump grew visibly irritated, dismissing the question as inappropriate and threatening in tone, raising concerns about press freedom and accountability.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Current Affairs
Focus Area Press Freedom Freedom of Expression Executive Accountability Whistleblower Protection Democratic Institutions
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Trump scolds reporter for question about new whistleblower program during heated Oval Office exchange: ‘You better be careful’

Trump scolds reporter for question about new whistleblower program during heated Oval Office exchange: ‘You better be careful’

Trump scolds reporter for question about new whistleblower program during heated Oval Office exchange: ‘You better be careful’

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 21 Oct 2026 07:04:03 AM

French protests highlight deep, historical faultlines

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France has faced recurring mass protests rooted in deep socioeconomic divides. Citizens rally against pension reforms, rising costs, and inequality. These movements echo France's revolutionary tradition, reflecting longstanding tensions between the government and working class over labor rights, austerity, and social justice.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - I World History
Focus Area Historical roots of French political unrest French republican traditions social inequality and protest movements evolution of civil liberties historical influences on contemporary European politics
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French protests highlight deep, historical faultlines

French protests highlight deep, historical faultlines

French protests highlight deep, historical faultlines

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NEW News 18 Hindi Wed 21 Oct 2026 06:47:03 AM

After Jantar Mantar Entry Case, Delhi Police Transfer Second FIR Against Das, Ranka To Crime Branch

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Delhi Police transferred the second FIR filed against Hindu Sena leaders Vishnu Gupta Das and Surjit Singh Ranka to the Crime Branch. This follows the Jantar Mantar incident where hate slogans were raised during an anti-Muslim rally. The FIR includes charges of promoting enmity and criminal intimidation. The Crime Branch will now investigate both cases for a thorough probe.
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Focus Area Police Administration Criminal Investigation Law Enforcement Accountability
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After Jantar Mantar Entry Case, Delhi Police Transfer Second FIR Against Das, Ranka To Crime Branch

After Jantar Mantar Entry Case, Delhi Police Transfer Second FIR Against Das, Ranka To Crime Branch

After Jantar Mantar Entry Case, Delhi Police Transfer Second FIR Against Das, Ranka To Crime Branch

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NEW The Hindu Wed 21 Oct 2026 06:30:15 AM

Left parties should sell books from party offices, not at Durga Puja pandals, says West Bengal CM

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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticized Left parties for selling books at Durga Puja pandals, saying they should do so from their party offices instead. She accused them of politicizing the festive occasion and mixing politics with religion, urging them to keep celebrations free from political agendas.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Political Ideology Freedom of Expression Religion and Politics Public Spaces
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Left parties should sell books from party offices, not at Durga Puja pandals, says West Bengal CM

Left parties should sell books from party offices, not at Durga Puja pandals, says West Bengal CM

Left parties should sell books from party offices, not at Durga Puja pandals, says West Bengal CM

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NEW Hindustan Times Wed 21 Oct 2026 06:30:10 AM

Ilhan Omar update: Trump says Democrat ‘could be in jail’ as family is seen at home amid DNA investigation

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Rep. Ilhan Omar faced allegations she married her brother to commit immigration fraud. Trump amplified claims she "could be in jail," while investigators reportedly looked into DNA evidence. Omar denied all allegations, calling them baseless and Islamophobic. Her family was seen at her home during the probe.
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Focus Area US Domestic Politics Federal Investigation Rule of Law Separation of Powers
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Ilhan Omar update: Trump says Democrat ‘could be in jail’ as family is seen at home amid DNA investigation

Ilhan Omar update: Trump says Democrat ‘could be in jail’ as family is seen at home amid DNA investigation

Ilhan Omar update: Trump says Democrat ‘could be in jail’ as family is seen at home amid DNA investigation

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NEW The Times Of India Wed 21 Oct 2026 06:04:08 AM

Musk says SpaceX-Tesla merger a 'good idea', special committees formed for talks

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Elon Musk proposed merging SpaceX and Tesla, calling it a "good idea" to combine resources. Both companies formed special committees to explore the deal. The merger could unite Tesla's EV tech with SpaceX's aerospace innovations, raising investor and regulatory scrutiny.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Private Space Sector Space Commercialisation Electric Vehicles Artificial Intelligence Corporate Mergers
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Musk says SpaceX-Tesla merger a 'good idea', special committees formed for talks

Musk says SpaceX-Tesla merger a 'good idea', special committees formed for talks

Musk says SpaceX-Tesla merger a 'good idea', special committees formed for talks

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NEW Mint Wed 21 Oct 2026 05:47:12 AM

Gold Wavers as Traders Weigh US-Iran Talks, Fed Rate Path

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Gold prices fluctuated as markets assessed US-Iran nuclear deal talks, which could ease sanctions and boost oil supply, reducing safe-haven demand. Simultaneously, investors monitored Federal Reserve signals on interest rate cuts, with sticky inflation delaying easing expectations, pressuring bullion.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area Gold Prices Inflation Monetary Policy US Federal Reserve Geopolitical Risks Crude Oil Prices
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Gold Wavers as Traders Weigh US-Iran Talks, Fed Rate Path

Gold Wavers as Traders Weigh US-Iran Talks, Fed Rate Path

Gold Wavers as Traders Weigh US-Iran Talks, Fed Rate Path

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NEW The Times Of India Wed 21 Oct 2026 05:47:07 AM

Musk ordered Starlink slowdown, kept Ukraine and Trump administration in dark

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Elon Musk secretly ordered Starlink engineers to throttle satellite internet service near Russian-controlled areas in Ukraine without informing Kyiv or the Trump administration. The slowdown reportedly hindered Ukrainian military operations. Musk allegedly acted on concerns about escalation with Russia, raising questions about a private citizen controlling critical wartime infrastructure and national security implications.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area Satellite Communication Private Space Sector Modern Warfare Strategic Autonomy Ukraine–Russia Conflict
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Musk ordered Starlink slowdown, kept Ukraine and Trump administration in dark

Musk ordered Starlink slowdown, kept Ukraine and Trump administration in dark

Musk ordered Starlink slowdown, kept Ukraine and Trump administration in dark

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