NEW Firstpost
Tue 22 Sep 2026 06:30:03 PM ⤴
In a first, American F-35s to participate in Indian Air Force's Tarang Shakti exercise
SUMMARY
**Tarang Shakti**, India's largest multilateral air exercise, will feature **American F-35 stealth fighter jets** for the first time, marking a significant milestone in US-India defense ties. The exercise aims to boost interoperability among allied air forces. Multiple nations are participating, showcasing advanced combat capabilities and joint training.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Internal Security
Focus Area
F-35 Fighter Jet
Tarang Shakti Exercise
Air Power
Defence Cooperation
Military Interoperability
NEW Markets-Economic Times
Tue 22 Sep 2026 06:04:22 PM ⤴
India bonds rally as oil below $100 calms inflation jitters
SUMMARY
India's government bond prices surged as crude oil prices dropped below $100 per barrel, easing inflation concerns. Lower oil costs reduce India's import bill and fiscal pressure, boosting investor confidence. Bond yields fell as markets anticipated less aggressive rate hikes by the RBI.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Economy
Focus Area
Government Bonds
Crude Oil Prices
Inflation
RBI Monetary Policy
Bond Market
NEW Moneycontrol
Tue 22 Sep 2026 05:30:17 PM ⤴
Bullet Train Update: भारत में 320 kmph की स्पीड के दौरान कैसे ट्रैक बदलेगी बुलेट ट्रेन? NHSRCL ने समझाया इसके पीछे का साइंस
SUMMARY
# बुलेट ट्रेन ट्रैक चेंजिंग टेक्नोलॉजी: NHSRCL का खुलासा
भारत की मुंबई-अहमदाबाद बुलेट ट्रेन 320 kmph स्पीड पर जापानी शिंकानसेन तकनीक से ट्रैक बदलेगी। NHSRCL ने बताया कि हाई-स्पीड टर्नआउट (HST) सिस्टम का उपयोग होगा, जिसमें स्विच रेल और नोज क्रॉसिंग होती है। यह सिस्टम ट्रेन को बिना स्पीड कम किए सुरक्षित रूप से एक ट्रैक से दूसरे ट्रैक पर ट्रांसफर करता है। इसमें इलेक्ट्रॉनिक इंटरलॉकिंग और ऑटोमैटिक ट्रेन कंट्रोल (ATC) सिस्टम लगा होगा जो रियल-टाइम मॉनिटरिंग करेगा। पारंपरिक रेलवे में ट्रैक बदलते समय ट्रेन धीमी होती है, लेकिन बुलेट ट्रेन में मूवेबल पॉइंट क्रॉसिंग तकनीक से यह काम हाई-स्पीड पर संभव होगा। 508 km लंबे इस कॉरिडोर पर कई स्टेशनों पर
Relevent For:
Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Science & Technology
Focus Area
High-Speed Rail Technology
Railway Engineering
Point Machines
Ballastless Track
Shinkansen Technology
Transport Infrastructure
NEW News 18 Hindi
Tue 22 Sep 2026 05:30:03 PM ⤴
Sahil Wakode’s Death: What’s Unfolding Inside IIT Bombay? | Caste Allegations & Campus Anger| News18
SUMMARY
Sahil Wakode, a Dalit PhD student at IIT Bombay, died by suicide in 2023. His family alleged caste discrimination by faculty and peers drove him to the extreme step. The incident sparked massive protests on campus and nationwide, with students demanding accountability, anti-caste measures, and a thorough investigation. Activists highlighted a pattern of Dalit student suicides in premier Indian institutes, drawing comparisons to Rohith Vemula's case, reigniting debates on systemic casteism in education.
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Mains
GS - II
Society & Social Justice
Focus Area
Caste Discrimination
Higher Education
Student Welfare
SC/ST Rights
Institutional Accountability
Mental Health
NEW News 18 Hindi
Tue 22 Sep 2026 05:21:03 PM ⤴
Cyclone 'Arnab' Forming? Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Bengal Brace For Heavy Rains, Storms
SUMMARY
Cyclone 'Arnab' is likely forming over the Bay of Bengal, threatening Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal with heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surges. IMD has issued alerts, urging coastal residents to stay vigilant. Authorities are preparing evacuation and relief measures.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Disaster Management
Focus Area
Bay of Bengal Cyclones
Tropical Cyclones
Deep Depression
Extreme Rainfall
Early Warning Systems
Disaster Management
NEW The Hindu
Tue 22 Sep 2026 05:04:06 PM ⤴
SC says state can set National Song, but cannot impose conscientious objectors to penal action
SUMMARY
The Supreme Court ruled that states have the right to designate a National Song but cannot penalize individuals who refuse to sing it due to conscientious or religious objections. The court upheld personal freedom, stating that forcing citizens to sing against their beliefs violates fundamental rights.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Polity & Governance
Focus Area
Freedom of Conscience
Freedom of Religion
Fundamental Rights
National Symbols
Judicial Review
Article 19 & Article 25
NEW Forbes India
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:47:06 PM ⤴
Core sector growth cools to three-month low of 4.8 percent in August
SUMMARY
India's eight core sector industries grew 4.8% in August, hitting a three-month low due to decline in crude oil, natural gas, and cement output. Steel and coal showed positive growth. This slowdown may impact the Index of Industrial Production, as core sectors constitute 40.27% of IIP weight.
Relevent For:
Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Economy
Focus Area
Core Industries
Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Industrial Growth
Infrastructure
Economic Growth
Energy Sector
NEW Hindustan Times
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:30:03 PM ⤴
Human rights group accuses Pakistan of using courts to silence Baloch voices
SUMMARY
A human rights organization has accused Pakistan's government of weaponizing its judicial system to suppress Baloch activists, journalists, and political leaders. The group alleges enforced disappearances, arbitrary detentions, and politically motivated cases are used to silence dissent in Balochistan, Pakistan's resource-rich yet impoverished province.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
International Relations
Focus Area
Human Rights
Freedom of Expression
Judicial Independence
Balochistan Issue
Minority Rights
Pakistan Internal Security
NEW The Hindu
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:21:18 PM ⤴
SC says state can set National Song, but cannot impose conscientious objectors to penal action
SUMMARY
The Supreme Court ruled that states have the right to designate a National Song and encourage its singing in schools and public events. However, the court clarified that individuals who refuse to sing due to religious or conscientious objections cannot be subjected to penal consequences. This upholds fundamental rights under the Constitution, balancing national pride with personal freedom of conscience and religion guaranteed under Articles 19 and 25.
Relevent For:
Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Polity & Governance
Focus Area
Strait of Hormuz
US-Iran Conflict
Drone Warfare
Air Defence Systems
West Asian Geopolitics
Maritime Security
NEW Hindustan Times
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:21:14 PM ⤴
First notification on drought mitigation in three days, Maharashtra govt to seek Central aid: Fadnavis
SUMMARY
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced the state will issue its first drought notification within three days and seek financial aid from the Central government for drought mitigation. The move aims to provide relief to farmers affected by severe water scarcity and crop losses across multiple districts in Maharashtra due to inadequate rainfall.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Disaster Management
Focus Area
Drought Management
Drought Assessment
Disaster Relief
NDRF-SDRF
Agricultural Distress
Centre-State Coordination
NEW The Hindu
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:04:11 PM ⤴
‘Law-making cannot be as per Naxalites’ idea’: Solicitor General’s remarks kick off heated debate in SC
SUMMARY
The Solicitor General told the Supreme Court that law-making cannot follow Naxalite ideology, sparking a heated courtroom debate. The remark came during arguments over a contentious law. Justices and lawyers clashed over legislative intent, civil liberties, and state power, drawing wide attention.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Polity & Governance
Focus Area
Constitutionalism
Law-Making Process
Parliamentary Sovereignty
Judicial Review
Fundamental Rights
Rule of Law
NEW Hindustan Times
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:04:07 PM ⤴
On cam: IRGC claims it destroyed another expensive US MQ-1 over Hormuz with new air defence system
SUMMARY
Iran's IRGC claimed it shot down a US MQ-1 Predator drone over the Strait of Hormuz using a newly developed air defence system. The incident was reportedly captured on camera, escalating US-Iran tensions in the strategically vital waterway used for global oil shipments.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Current Affairs
Focus Area
Strait of Hormuz
US-Iran Conflict
Drone Warfare
Air Defence Systems
West Asian Geopolitics
Maritime Security
NEW News 18 Hindi
Tue 22 Sep 2026 04:04:03 PM ⤴
'Sweets Made Next To Open Drains, Garbage': Mundhe's FDA Suspends Famous Mithaiwala, 10 Others
SUMMARY
Former Nashik Commissioner Abhishek Mundhe-led FDA crackdown exposed shocking hygiene violations at famous sweet shops, including sweets being made near open drains and garbage. The FDA suspended licenses of a well-known mithaiwala and 10 other food establishments for operating in unsanitary conditions, endangering public health. The action followed surprise inspections revealing contaminated production areas, lack of cleanliness, and food safety norm violations.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Polity & Governance
Focus Area
Food Safety
FSSAI
Food Safety and Standards Act
Public Health
Regulatory Bodies
Consumer Protection
NEW News 18 Hindi
Tue 22 Sep 2026 03:47:17 PM ⤴
'Woman Ultimate Decision-Maker On Abortion': HC Allows 17-Year-Old To Terminate 28-Week Pregnancy
SUMMARY
The Delhi High Court allowed a 17-year-old rape survivor to terminate her 28-week pregnancy, ruling that a woman is the ultimate decision-maker on abortion. The court cited her mental trauma and medical board approval, prioritizing her reproductive rights and well-being.
Relevent For:
Prelims + Mains
GS - II
Polity & Governance
Focus Area
Reproductive Rights
Article 21
Bodily Autonomy
Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act
POCSO Act
Rights of Rape Survivors
NEW Forbes India
Tue 22 Sep 2026 03:47:07 PM ⤴
Core sector growth cools to three-month low of 4.8 percent in August
SUMMARY
India's eight core infrastructure sectors' output growth slowed to a three-month low of 4.8% in August, down from previous months' higher figures. Key sectors include coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, fertilizers, steel, cement, and electricity. The slowdown signals potential moderation in industrial activity, which may impact overall GDP growth. Earlier months had shown stronger performance, making this dip notable for economic analysts monitoring India's industrial health.
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Prelims + Mains
GS - III
Economy
Focus Area
Core Industries
Index of Industrial Production (IIP)
Infrastructure Growth
Industrial Output
Energy Sector
Economic Growth