NEW News 18 Hindi
Wed 23 Sep 2026 12:04:03 PM ⤴
India's 30 Crore Basic Mobile Phone Users Get Relief: You Can Soon Buy Only Voice-And-SMS Packs Without Internet Data
SUMMARY
India's telecom regulator TRAI has directed telecom companies like Jio, Airtel, and Vi to offer affordable recharge plans with only voice calls and SMS, without bundled internet data. This benefits around 30 crore basic/feature phone users who don't use smartphones or internet. Currently, most plans force users to pay for unused data. TRAI's move ensures these users aren't overcharged, providing budget-friendly options tailored to their actual needs, making telecom services more inclusive and fair.
Relevent For:
Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Economy
Focus Area
Digital Inclusion
Telecom Sector
Digital Divide
Consumer Protection
Financial Inclusion
NEW Moneycontrol
Wed 23 Sep 2026 11:30:12 AM ⤴
सेना के लिए अत्याधुनिक ड्रोन बनाएगा पॉलीटैक्निक का छात्र, रक्षा मंत्रालय ने मंजूर किए 3.50 करोड़
SUMMARY
# पॉलीटेक्निक छात्र को ड्रोन प्रोजेक्ट के लिए रक्षा मंत्रालय की मंजूरी
एक पॉलीटेक्निक के छात्र ने भारतीय सेना के लिए अत्याधुनिक ड्रोन बनाने का प्रस्ताव रखा, जिसे रक्षा मंत्रालय ने स्वीकार करते हुए 3.50 करोड़ रुपये की फंडिंग मंजूर की। यह ड्रोन सीमा सुरक्षा, निगरानी और सैन्य अभियानों में उपयोगी होगा। यह कदम 'मेक इन इंडिया' और आत्मनिर्भर भारत अभियान को बढ़ावा देता है, जिसमें युवा प्रतिभाओं को रक्षा क्षेत्र में नवाचार का अवसर मिल रहा है।
Relevent For:
Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Science & Technology
Focus Area
Defence Drones
iDEX
Defence Innovation
Electronic Warfare
Border Surveillance
NEW The Hindu
Wed 23 Sep 2026 11:21:07 AM ⤴
Murmu urges actors against endorsing harmful health products; ‘True star spreads light, not darkness’
SUMMARY
President Droupadi Murmu urged celebrities and actors to avoid endorsing harmful health products like tobacco, alcohol, and junk food. Speaking at an event, she emphasized social responsibility, stating "A true star spreads light, not darkness," calling on influencers to promote public welfare.
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Mains
GS - II
Society & Social Justice
Focus Area
Public Health
Misleading Advertisements
Consumer Protection
Celebrity Endorsements
Health Awareness
NEW The Hindu
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:47:11 AM ⤴
Trump says U.S., Iranian officials met, shortly after warning he may 'annihilate' Iran
SUMMARY
President Trump revealed that U.S. and Iranian officials held a meeting, days after he threatened to "annihilate" Iran if conflict arose. Tensions escalated over Iran's nuclear program and regional aggression. Trump signaled openness to diplomacy while maintaining maximum pressure through sanctions.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
US-Iran Relations
UNGA
West Asia Conflict
Strait of Hormuz
Nuclear Non-Proliferation
Conflict Resolution
NEW News 18 Hindi
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:47:07 AM ⤴
Cyclone 'Arnab' Live Updates: Deep Depression Near Odisha-Andhra Coast, Landfall Likely Tonight; Heavy Rain Alert Issued
SUMMARY
Cyclone Arnab, intensifying from a deep depression over the Bay of Bengal near the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh coast, is expected to make landfall tonight. Authorities have issued heavy rain alerts for coastal districts. Evacuations are underway, and NDRF teams are deployed. Fishermen warned to avoid the sea.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - I
Geography
Focus Area
Tropical Cyclones
Bay of Bengal
Cyclone Classification
Disaster Preparedness
Heavy Rainfall & Floods
IMD
NEW India Today
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:47:03 AM ⤴
Carney pushes middle powers bloc at UN amid US pressure on Canada
SUMMARY
Canadian PM Mark Carney is rallying middle powers at the UN to form a coalition countering US dominance, as Trump pressures Canada on trade and sovereignty. Carney seeks allies like EU nations and Japan to defend multilateralism and resist American tariffs and geopolitical bullying.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
Multilateralism
Middle Powers
UN Reform
Global Governance
Canada-EU Relations
Rules-Based International Order
NEW Hindustan Times
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:30:04 AM ⤴
US-Russia relations on ice? New low in ties after Kremlin accuses Washington of breaking UN rules
SUMMARY
US-Russia tensions escalated as the Kremlin accused Washington of violating UN rules, deepening the diplomatic rift. Moscow condemned US actions as undermining international law, while Washington dismissed the claims. The dispute signals a new low in bilateral relations amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
US-Russia Relations
UNGA
Diplomatic Immunity & Visa Issues
Russia-Ukraine War
Multilateral Diplomacy
NEW Prabhat Khabar
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:21:10 AM ⤴
आज है वामन जयंती, भगवान विष्णु ने क्यों लिया यह अवतार; जानें पूजा का शुभ मुहूर्त
SUMMARY
**वामन जयंती भाद्रपद शुक्ल द्वादशी को मनाई जाती है। भगवान विष्णु ने दैत्यराज बलि के अत्याचार से देवताओं को बचाने के लिए वामन (बौने ब्राह्मण) अवतार लिया। तीन पग में तीनों लोक नापकर बलि को पाताल भेजा। पूजा का शुभ मुहूर्त प्रातः काल द्वादशी तिथि में है।**
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Prelims + Mains
GS - I
Art & Culture
Focus Area
Vamana Avatar
Dashavatara
Hindu Religious Traditions
Puranic Literature
Festivals & Cultural Heritage
NEW The Hindu
Wed 23 Sep 2026 10:04:02 AM ⤴
Trump praises new British PM Andy Burnham but slams U.K. deal on Indian Ocean islands
SUMMARY
Trump congratulated Andy Burnham, reportedly confusing him with the new UK PM, while criticizing the UK's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean to Mauritius, calling it a bad agreement that undermines strategic US-UK military interests at Diego Garcia base.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
Chagos Islands
Diego Garcia
UK-US Relations
Indian Ocean Geopolitics
Strategic Military Bases
NEW The Hindu
Wed 23 Sep 2026 09:47:11 AM ⤴
Mongolian herders enlist new tech against harsher, drier climate
SUMMARY
Mongolian herders are adopting modern technology, including satellite-based weather forecasting, GPS livestock tracking, and solar-powered tools, to combat increasingly severe winters (dzuds) and droughts driven by climate change, which threaten their traditional nomadic livelihoods and millions of livestock.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Environment & Ecology
Focus Area
Climate Change
Climate Adaptation
Pastoral Communities
Drought & Desertification
Indigenous Knowledge & Technology
NEW Hindustan Times
Wed 23 Sep 2026 09:47:02 AM ⤴
Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary outlines major push for education, energy sectors
SUMMARY
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary announced ambitious plans to transform education and energy sectors in the state. He emphasized expanding school infrastructure, improving teacher quality, and boosting digital learning. In energy, he highlighted solar power initiatives, rural electrification, and attracting private investment to ensure 24/7 power supply across Bihar.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Polity & Governance
Focus Area
Education Reform
Energy Infrastructure
State Government Initiatives
Human Capital Development
Governance
NEW Mint
Wed 23 Sep 2026 09:30:12 AM ⤴
Trump’s 100% tariff threat: What Indian investors should do now
SUMMARY
**Trump's 100% Tariff Threat & Indian Investors**
Trump threatened 100% tariffs on BRICS nations, including India, if they move away from the US dollar. This could hurt Indian IT, pharma, and export stocks. Investors should diversify portfolios, focus on domestic-demand sectors, and avoid panic selling.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Economy
Focus Area
Tariff Policy
US-India Trade
Economic Sanctions
Russian Oil
Energy Security
Global Trade
NEW The Times Of India
Wed 23 Sep 2026 09:30:08 AM ⤴
India, EU & Canada unite to defend multilateralism; express concern over power politics
SUMMARY
India, the European Union, and Canada joined forces to uphold multilateralism amid rising global power politics. They expressed concern over unilateral actions undermining international rules-based order, urging cooperation on trade, climate, and security challenges for global stability.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
Multilateralism
India-EU Relations
India-Canada Relations
Global Governance
Power Politics
NEW Hindustan Times
Wed 23 Sep 2026 09:21:11 AM ⤴
Afghanistan cyclist who disguised herself as a man to escape Taliban wins Asian Games silver
SUMMARY
Afghan cyclist Fariba Hashimi, who disguised herself as a man to train and escape Taliban restrictions on women's sports, won a silver medal at the Asian Games. After fleeing Afghanistan, she competed representing the refugee team, inspiring women worldwide with her courage and resilience.
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Mains
GS - II
Society & Social Justice
Focus Area
Women Empowerment
Gender Equality
Women in Sports
Human Rights
Afghanistan
Taliban & Women’s Rights
NEW The Hindu
Wed 23 Sep 2026 09:21:08 AM ⤴
Packed schedule for Jaishankar at UN as India campaigns for Security Council election
SUMMARY
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has a busy schedule at the UN General Assembly, engaging in high-level meetings to rally support for India's bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2028-29 term. India is actively campaigning among member states.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
UNSC Elections
UN Reforms
Multilateralism
Global South
India’s Foreign Policy
UN Security Council