NEW The Hindu Fri 16 Oct 2026 02:30:14 AM

Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

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Two new judges were sworn in at Madras High Court, raising its working strength to 67. The judges took the oath of office, strengthening the judiciary to handle the growing caseload. This appointment aims to reduce case pendency and ensure faster justice delivery across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area High Court Judges Appointment Articles 217 and 224 Collegium System Sanctioned vs Working Strength
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Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

Two more judges sworn in at Madras High Court increasing its working strength to 67

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NEW Dainik Bhaskar Fri 16 Oct 2026 02:04:12 AM

भास्कर अपडेट्स:राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू ने तत्काल प्रभाव से एल मुरुगन का इस्तीफा मंजूर किया

SUMMARY
**राष्ट्रपति द्रौपदी मुर्मू ने केंद्रीय मंत्री एल मुरुगन का इस्तीफा तत्काल प्रभाव से स्वीकार कर लिया। मुरुगन को महाराष्ट्र का राज्यपाल नियुक्त किया गया है। वे भाजपा नेता हैं और पहले सूचना प्रसारण तथा मत्स्य पालन मंत्रालय संभाल रहे थे।**
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Focus Area President of India Union Council of Ministers Article 75(2) Prime Minister's Advice Ministerial Resignation
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भास्कर अपडेट्स:राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू ने तत्काल प्रभाव से एल मुरुगन का इस्तीफा मंजूर किया

भास्कर अपडेट्स:राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू ने तत्काल प्रभाव से एल मुरुगन का इस्तीफा मंजूर किया

भास्कर अपडेट्स:राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू ने तत्काल प्रभाव से एल मुरुगन का इस्तीफा मंजूर किया

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NEW Firstpost Thu 15 Oct 2026 10:30:04 PM

India issues fresh advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia amid drone, missile attacks

SUMMARY
India issued a fresh advisory urging its nationals in Saudi Arabia to stay vigilant amid escalating drone and missile attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels targeting Saudi cities. The Indian Embassy advised citizens to follow local authorities' instructions, stay away from border areas, and keep emergency contacts handy for safety.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India-Saudi Arabia Relations West Asian Geopolitics Indian Diaspora Protection of Indian Nationals Abroad Consular Diplomacy
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India issues fresh advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia amid drone, missile attacks

India issues fresh advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia amid drone, missile attacks

India issues fresh advisory for nationals in Saudi Arabia amid drone, missile attacks

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NEW The Hindu Thu 15 Oct 2026 10:21:03 PM

Minister calls for eradication of drugs to protect youth, students

SUMMARY
A government minister urged the complete eradication of drugs from society, emphasizing the need to protect youth and students from substance abuse. The minister called for stricter law enforcement, awareness campaigns, and community involvement to combat drug trafficking and addiction.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Society & Social Justice
Focus Area Drug Abuse Drug Trafficking Substance Addiction Youth and Student Welfare Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985
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Minister calls for eradication of drugs to protect youth, students

Minister calls for eradication of drugs to protect youth, students

Minister calls for eradication of drugs to protect youth, students

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NEW The Hindu Thu 15 Oct 2026 09:47:06 PM

'Severe drought' declared in parts of United Kingdom

SUMMARY
Parts of southern and central England have been officially declared in "severe drought" due to prolonged dry conditions and record-breaking heatwaves. Water companies imposed hosepipe bans, rivers hit critically low levels, and reservoirs depleted significantly, affecting agriculture, wildlife, and daily life across affected regions.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Drought Severe Drought Climate Change Extreme Weather Events Heatwaves Rainfall Deficit Water Scarcity Water Resource Management
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'Severe drought' declared in parts of United Kingdom

'Severe drought' declared in parts of United Kingdom

'Severe drought' declared in parts of United Kingdom

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NEW Forbes India Thu 15 Oct 2026 08:47:06 PM

India’s alternative-stay market set to grow 21 percent annually through FY29

SUMMARY
India's alternative-stay market, including homestays, villas, and serviced apartments, is projected to grow at 21% annually through FY29, driven by rising domestic tourism, remote work trends, and travelers seeking unique experiences over traditional hotels. The sector, valued at billions, benefits from platforms like Airbnb and OYO expanding into tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Indian Economy
Focus Area Tourism Hospitality GDP Employment Air BnB
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India’s alternative-stay market set to grow 21 percent annually through FY29

India’s alternative-stay market set to grow 21 percent annually through FY29

India’s alternative-stay market set to grow 21 percent annually through FY29

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NEW Moneycontrol Thu 15 Oct 2026 08:30:07 PM

Southwest monsoon: 12% कम बारिश के साथ पूरी तरह वापस लौटा दक्षिण पश्चिम मॉनसून, 21 अक्टूबर तक उत्तर पूर्व मॉनसून फिर लाएगा बारिश

SUMMARY
दक्षिण पश्चिम मॉनसून 2024 पूरी तरह भारत से वापस लौट गया है। इस बार सामान्य से 12% कम बारिश दर्ज हुई। अब 21 अक्टूबर तक उत्तर पूर्व मॉनसून सक्रिय होगा, जो दक्षिण भारत, खासकर तमिलनाडु, आंध्र प्रदेश और केरल में बारिश लाएगा। IMD ने इसकी पुष्टि की है।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - I Environment & Ecology
Focus Area Monsoon Rainfall patterns El Nino La Nina Super El Nino Agriculture
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Southwest monsoon: 12% कम बारिश के साथ पूरी तरह वापस लौटा दक्षिण पश्चिम मॉनसून, 21 अक्टूबर तक उत्तर पूर्व मॉनसून फिर लाएगा बारिश

Southwest monsoon: 12% कम बारिश के साथ पूरी तरह वापस लौटा दक्षिण पश्चिम मॉनसून, 21 अक्टूबर तक उत्तर पूर्व मॉनसून फिर लाएगा बारिश

Southwest monsoon: 12% कम बारिश के साथ पूरी तरह वापस लौटा दक्षिण पश्चिम मॉनसून, 21 अक्टूबर तक उत्तर पूर्व मॉनसून फिर लाएगा बारिश

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NEW News 18 Thu 15 Oct 2026 08:21:10 PM

Punjab Police Bust Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Module In Amritsar, 5 Arrested With 13 Pistols, 2 Grenades

SUMMARY
Punjab Police dismantled a cross-border arms smuggling module in Amritsar, arresting five individuals linked to Pakistan-based smugglers. Authorities recovered 13 pistols and 2 grenades. The weapons were reportedly smuggled via drones across the border, intended to fuel terror activities in India.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - III Defence & Security
Focus Area Cross Border terrorism Trafficking Smuggling Insurgency Khalistan
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Punjab Police Bust Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Module In Amritsar, 5 Arrested With 13 Pistols, 2 Grenades

Punjab Police Bust Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Module In Amritsar, 5 Arrested With 13 Pistols, 2 Grenades

Punjab Police Bust Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Module In Amritsar, 5 Arrested With 13 Pistols, 2 Grenades

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NEW India Today Thu 15 Oct 2026 08:21:03 PM

Why the judge discarded his pen after sentencing Muskan & Sahil to death

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# Judge Breaks Pen After Death Sentence in Muskan-Sahil Case

After sentencing Sahil to death for the brutal murder of Muskan Sharma in Ballabhgarh, Haryana (2021), the judge broke his pen—a symbolic tradition in Indian courts. Sahil had stabbed Muskan outside her college after she rejected his advances. The judge reportedly broke the pen signifying that such a grave decision of taking a life should not be repeated, reflecting the emotional weight of pronouncing capital punishment. This tradition ensures the pen is never used again for another death sentence.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Marital Murders Reforms in Judicial system Death penalty Collegium Rarest of the rare cases
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Why the judge discarded his pen after sentencing Muskan & Sahil to death

Why the judge discarded his pen after sentencing Muskan & Sahil to death

Why the judge discarded his pen after sentencing Muskan & Sahil to death

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NEW Forbes India Thu 15 Oct 2026 07:47:13 PM

Big items done, confident we will have India-US trade deal: Sergio Gor

SUMMARY
US envoy Sergio Gor expressed confidence that a trade deal between India and the US is on track, stating that major items have been resolved. Both nations are negotiating to reduce tariffs and boost bilateral trade. The deal aims to strengthen economic ties amid global trade shifts.
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Relevant For: Mains GS - II International Relations
Focus Area India US relations US tariffs Elon Musk Starlink India Russia Relations US China conflict
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Big items done, confident we will have India-US trade deal: Sergio Gor

Big items done, confident we will have India-US trade deal: Sergio Gor

Big items done, confident we will have India-US trade deal: Sergio Gor

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NEW Moneycontrol Thu 15 Oct 2026 07:30:10 PM

आकाश अंबानी ने कहा-6जी सेवाओं के लिए नया इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर बनाने की जगह सॉफ्टेवयर अपग्रेड करेगी जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स

SUMMARY
आकाश अंबानी ने कहा कि जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स 6जी सेवाओं के लिए नया इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर नहीं बनाएगी, बल्कि मौजूदा 5जी नेटवर्क को सॉफ्टवेयर अपग्रेड के जरिए 6जी में बदलेगी। इससे लागत कम होगी और तेजी से 6जी सेवाएं भारत में शुरू हो सकेंगी।
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - III Science & Technology
Focus Area 6G Technology 5G vs 6G Telecommunications Software-Defined Networks Telecom Infrastructure Indigenous Technology
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आकाश अंबानी ने कहा-6जी सेवाओं के लिए नया इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर बनाने की जगह सॉफ्टेवयर अपग्रेड करेगी जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स

आकाश अंबानी ने कहा-6जी सेवाओं के लिए नया इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर बनाने की जगह सॉफ्टेवयर अपग्रेड करेगी जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स

आकाश अंबानी ने कहा-6जी सेवाओं के लिए नया इंफ्रास्ट्रक्चर बनाने की जगह सॉफ्टेवयर अपग्रेड करेगी जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स

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NEW The Hindu Thu 15 Oct 2026 07:30:07 PM

INDIA bloc leaders in Tamil Nadu stage protest against SIR, seek CEC’s resignation

SUMMARY
The INDIA bloc leaders in Tamil Nadu staged a protest against the State Intelligence Report (SIR) and demanded the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). They alleged bias in election processes, questioning the fairness and transparency of electoral conduct, accusing the CEC of favoring the ruling BJP-led NDA alliance.
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Relevant For: Prelims + Mains GS - II Polity & Governance
Focus Area Article 324 Special Intensive Revision Electoral Rolls Chief Election Commissioner Electoral Reforms Representation of the People Act 1950
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INDIA bloc leaders in Tamil Nadu stage protest against SIR, seek CEC’s resignation

INDIA bloc leaders in Tamil Nadu stage protest against SIR, seek CEC’s resignation

INDIA bloc leaders in Tamil Nadu stage protest against SIR, seek CEC’s resignation

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NEW Hindustan Times Thu 15 Oct 2026 07:21:03 PM

Families of 3 Keralites killed in Germany fire seek return of bodies: ‘One was set to join job this week’

SUMMARY
Three Keralites—Akhil, Binil, and Jain—died in a residential fire in Bisingen, Germany. They were IT professionals; one was to start a new job that week. Families in Kerala are urging the Indian government to expedite repatriation of the bodies. The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Indian embassy is coordinating with German authorities for swift return of the remains.
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Families of 3 Keralites killed in Germany fire seek return of bodies: ‘One was set to join job this week’

Families of 3 Keralites killed in Germany fire seek return of bodies: ‘One was set to join job this week’

Families of 3 Keralites killed in Germany fire seek return of bodies: ‘One was set to join job this week’

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NEW The Hindu Thu 15 Oct 2026 06:47:03 PM

Karnataka Police seize drugs worth ₹850 crore, arrest 32,000 people in three years: Priyank Kharge

SUMMARY
Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge revealed that state police seized drugs worth ₹850 crore and arrested 32,000 people in drug-related cases over three years. He highlighted the government's strict anti-narcotics drive, emphasizing zero tolerance toward drug trafficking and abuse across Karnataka.
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Karnataka Police seize drugs worth ₹850 crore, arrest 32,000 people in three years: Priyank Kharge

Karnataka Police seize drugs worth ₹850 crore, arrest 32,000 people in three years: Priyank Kharge

Karnataka Police seize drugs worth ₹850 crore, arrest 32,000 people in three years: Priyank Kharge

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NEW Moneycontrol Thu 15 Oct 2026 06:30:12 PM

जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स दूसरे देशों में अपनी टेलीकॉम टेक्नोलॉजी मॉडल का इस्तेमाल करेगी, आकाश अंबानी ने बताया पूरा प्लान

SUMMARY
जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स अब अपनी 5G और डिजिटल टेक्नोलॉजी को विदेशी बाजारों में ले जाने की तैयारी कर रही है। आकाश अंबानी ने बताया कि जियो का भारत में सफल टेलीकॉम मॉडल अफ्रीका, दक्षिण-पूर्व एशिया और अन्य विकासशील देशों में लागू किया जाएगा। कंपनी सस्ती डिजिटल सेवाएं और स्वदेशी 5G स्टैक तकनीक निर्यात करेगी।
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Focus Area Indigenous Telecom Technology 5G Technology 6G Technology Telecom Infrastructure Managed Services Model Technology Export
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जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स दूसरे देशों में अपनी टेलीकॉम टेक्नोलॉजी मॉडल का इस्तेमाल करेगी, आकाश अंबानी ने बताया पूरा प्लान

जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स दूसरे देशों में अपनी टेलीकॉम टेक्नोलॉजी मॉडल का इस्तेमाल करेगी, आकाश अंबानी ने बताया पूरा प्लान

जियो प्लेटफॉर्म्स दूसरे देशों में अपनी टेलीकॉम टेक्नोलॉजी मॉडल का इस्तेमाल करेगी, आकाश अंबानी ने बताया पूरा प्लान

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