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Education
France to Replace Parcoursup University System in 2028
- France plans to replace the Parcoursup university admissions platform in 2028.
- The government has promised substantial changes to the existing system in 2027.
- Students have criticised unclear selection criteria and unequal access to preferred courses.
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Education
IIT Madras Study: How AI Is Changing Entry-Level Jobs
- An IIT Madras CeRAI white paper examines how AI is reshaping work in India.
- Automation may reduce routine tasks that help junior employees develop experience.
- The study recommends targeted reskilling and structured pathways into alternative jobs.
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Entertainment
Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda File Cyber Complaint
- Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda reportedly filed a complaint with Hyderabad Cyber Crime authorities.
- The complaint alleges fabricated content, manipulated screenshots, impersonation and online harassment.
- The trolling reportedly intensified after their appearance on Koffee With Karan Season 9.
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National
India’s New Privacy Law Could Shut Down Newsrooms, Publishers Warn
- The DNPA warned that the new privacy framework could threaten newsroom operations.
- The association has challenged the DPDP Act, 2023, and DPDP Rules, 2025.
- The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Central government.
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Education
NBEMS Revises First-Year Fees for NEET PG 2026 Admissions
- NBEMS has revised first-year course fee rules for NEET PG 2026 counselling candidates.
- The update is relevant to postgraduate medical admissions and seat-allotment decisions.
- Candidates should check payment deadlines and applicable fee-adjustment or refund provisions.
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Education
NTA Revises Exam Calendar for December 2026 to April 2027
- NTA has revised its exam calendar for December 2026 to April 2027.
- The proposed schedule covers UGC NET, Joint CSIR-UGC NET, JEE Main and CUET PG.
- Candidates should review the dates relevant to their examinations and plan their preparation.
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Education
Key October 26: Cyberterrorism, PM-KUSUM and More
- The October 26 UPSC Key covers cyberterrorism, the creamy layer debate and disaster management.
- The Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage connects to climate justice and international climate finance.
- PM-KUSUM links solar energy with agriculture and rural livelihoods.
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Education
Agrivoltaics in India: UPSC GS 3 Practice Questions
- Agrivoltaics combines crop cultivation with solar power generation on the same land.
- It can diversify farmers' income and support climate adaptation, but requires suitable crops, design and financing.
- Global green trade rules can raise compliance costs for Indian exporters.
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Business
Fertiliser Sales Fall in India: Impact on Farm and Agri Stocks
- Complex fertiliser sales fell 22.2% between April and September 2026.
- MOP sales declined 11.7% amid weak monsoon conditions and El Niño concerns.
- Lower demand could pressure sales volumes at some fertiliser companies.
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Business
China’s AI Boom: What It Means for Indian Stock Markets
- China's industrial profits rose 14.4% year-on-year in September 2026.
- AI-related manufacturing is benefiting from demand for chips, data centres and computing infrastructure.
- India's October composite PMI rose to 56.7, indicating stronger private-sector activity.
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Business
Anthropic Files for IPO as H1 Revenue Hits $16.3 Billion
- Anthropic filed for a US IPO on October 26, 2026.
- First-half revenue rose 14-fold to $16.3 billion.
- Revenue from existing customers increased ninefold.
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Business
Microsoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts to 60,000 Employees
- Microsoft announced voluntary exit packages for around 60,000 employees on October 26, 2026.
- Eligible staff include selected teams in India, the US, Canada and Britain.
- Employees at vice-president level and below may qualify.
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Business
Rising Crude Oil Prices Putting Pressure on India's Stock Market
- Brent crude traded above $114 per barrel amid concerns over Middle East supply disruptions.
- The Sensex fell 0.46%, while the Nifty 50 declined 0.5% on October 26.
- Middle Eastern crude accounted for 54% of India's oil imports in September.
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Business
RBI in Forex Intervention: Does It Target Rupee Levels?
- The RBI intervenes in the forex market to manage excessive rupee volatility and maintain orderly trading conditions.
- Dollar purchases and sales can influence the rupee's short-term movements.
- The RBI's FCNR scheme had a visible impact on the forex market in August.
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Business
India’s Defence-Tech Startups Build Indigenous Solutions
- Indian startups are developing defence technologies ranging from AI systems for the Air Force to GPS-denied drones and satellite mapping.
- Government programmes are helping support research, development and indigenous manufacturing.
- India’s Defence-Tech Startups Develop AI and Drone Tech
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Business
Blackstone Opens New India Office in Bengaluru
- Blackstone has opened a new office in India to support its global operations.
- Susan Yung, a senior managing director in Credit & Insurance Investment Operations.
- He has relocated to Bengaluru to oversee the centre.
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Business
₹1,000 in Reliance IPO in 1977 Becomes ₹52.93 Lakh
- A ₹1,000 investment in Reliance Industries’ 1977 IPO reportedly grew to ₹52.93 lakh by October 2026.
- It includes bonus shares and Jio Financial Services shares received through the 2023 demerger.
- The calculation excludes dividends.
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Hindi News
विपक्ष की महारैली के जवाब में BJP की पदयात्रा, दिग्गज नेता होंगे शामिल
- विपक्ष की ‘वोट बचाओ, देश बचाओ’ महारैली के बीच बीजेपी ने पदयात्रा की योजना बनाई।
- पदयात्रा नवंबर 2026 में आयोजित करने की तैयारी है।
- बीजेपी के वरिष्ठ नेताओं के इसमें शामिल होने की बात कही गई है।
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Hindi News
'फर्जी' वेब सीरीज देखकर छापे जाली नोट, 5 राज्यों में फैला नेटवर्क
- ंतरराज्यीय गिरोह का पर्दाफाश हुआ।
- मामले में छह आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी हुई है।
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Hindi News
तीनों सेनाओं के लिए ₹2.12 लाख करोड़ के हथियार मंजूर
- धिग्रहण परिषद (DAC) ने ₹2.12 लाख करोड़ के रक्षा खरीद प्रस्ताव मंजूर किए।
- प्रस्तावों का उद्देश्य तीनों सेनाओं की परिचालन क्षमता और ताकत बढ़ाना है।
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Hindi News
यूपी चुनाव: अमित शाह के सामने BJP की चुनौतियां
- उत्तर प्रदेश में 2027 विधानसभा चुनाव को लेकर बीजेपी की तैयारियां तेज हैं।
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Hindi News
खरगोन में बच्ची से छेड़छाड़, स्कूल प्राचार्य गिरफ्तार
- मामला मध्य प्रदेश के खरगोन जिले के सिनखेड़ा गांव का है।
- पांच साल की बच्ची से कथित छेड़छाड़ का आरोप लगाया गया है।
- पुलिस ने स्कूल प्राचार्य को गिरफ्तार किया है।
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Hindi News
28 हजार करोड़ के ट्रांजैक्शन, साइबर ठगी नेटवर्क का वकील गिरफ्तार
- ED ने मुंबई एयरपोर्ट से वकील रशेश उपाध्याय को गिरफ्तार किया।
- मामले में करीब 28 हजार करोड़ रुपये के ट्रांजैक्शन की जांच हो रही है।
- साइबर ठगी नेटवर्क के 20 राज्यों तक फैले होने की बात सामने आई है।
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Hindi News
गुजरात के 4 जिलों में सूखा घोषित, किसानों को राहत
- गुजरात सरकार ने चार जिलों को सूखाग्रस्त घोषित किया।
- प्रभावित किसानों को आर्थिक सहायता देने का ऐलान किया गया।
- पशुपालकों को भी राहत देने की योजना है।