TODAYS TOP NEWS
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1. PM Modi lays foundation stones and dedicates multiple development projects of over 13 thousand crore rupees in Andhra Pradesh; Says AI and Connectivity Hub to place the state at the heart of India’s digital future.
2. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said that the country has remained the fastest-growing economy in the world for the last four years and it aims to sustain this momentum for the next 20 years.
3. Political activity is intensifying in Bihar ahead of the state assembly elections. NDA ally Janata Dal (United) released its second list of 44 candidates.
4. The Uttar Pradesh government is organising Divya Diwali mela starting from today in many districts, which will showcase the excellent handicrafts and other items prepared by Divyangs only.
5. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel will reshuffle his Cabinet today. All 16 Gujarat ministers submitted their resignations to the chief minister yesterday ahead of the cabinet reshuffle.
6. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to transform the Railways sector with a focus on enhancing passenger amenities. Mr Vaishnaw was speaking after inaugurating several new passenger facilities at Khatipura Railway Station in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
7. Nagaland has proposed Dzükou Valley as the state’s official nomination under the national initiative Development of 50 Tourist Destinations of Global Standards. The proposal was presented by Minister for Tourism and Higher Education of Nagaland, Temjen Imna Imna Along, during the two-day National Conference of State Tourism Ministers held in Udaipur.
8. In Ladakh, a Mass Pledge Taking and Awareness Programme was held at the Government Degree College in Kargil as a prelude to the upcoming fifth anniversary of the “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan” – a nationwide initiative aimed at eradicating drug abuse.
9. The Telangana government released a whopping fund of Rs 252.87 crore this week under the Indiramma housing scheme. With this, the total expenditure has reached Rs 2,233.21 crore in the first six months of the year.
10. Indian Railways will soon allow passengers to reschedule confirmed tickets via IRCTC without paying cancellation charges — a major boost to travel flexibility.
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LEGAL REPORT
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1. The Telangana Bandh, initially planned for October 14, has now been rescheduled to October 18. The Backward Classes (BC) Joint Action Committee (JAC), led by MP R. Krishnaiah, announced the new date, citing the ongoing festive season and public convenience. The bandh aims to intensify the ongoing movement demanding 42% reservations for BCs in Telangana.
2. The Supreme Court on Thursday stayed the re-arrest of two women-journalists from Telangana – first arrested on March 12 and released on bail five days later – for posting and amplifying allegedly abusive social media content against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.
3. Union Home Minister Amit Shah says 258 Naxalites surrendered in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra in the last two days.
4. The Supreme Court on Thursday (October 16, 2025) was informed by the Centre that “nothing adverse was happening” in the case of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who faces execution in Yemen for murder, and that a new mediator had stepped in to facilitate discussions.
5. Zubeen Garg death: The five accused will be housed in the newly built district jail in Baksa district, about 100 km away from Guwahati.
6. The Karnataka State Cabinet has decided to issue a comprehensive Government Order to regulate the use of public places by private or non-governmental organisations.
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FINANCE
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1. Secretary of the Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industries (DCCI), Chandu Kumar Agarwal, has lauded the Central Government for its recent reduction in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates, describing it as a major relief for consumers across various sectors. Mr Agarwal noted that the GST rate cut has brought tangible benefits to end consumers, particularly in essential commodities and construction materials.
2. Duracell – one of the world’s most trusted battery brands – has championed the launch of Duracell E-Charge, a new nationwide ultra-fast EV charging network that aims to accelerate the UK’s transition to electric mobility.
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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
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1. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on Thursday officially granted a ‘UA 16+’ rating to the track “Jab Talak” from the upcoming film starring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna.
2. The Supreme Court today sought a response from Music Composer Dr Ilaiyaraaja in a transfer petition filed by Sony Music Entertainment seeking the transfer of a copyright dispute from Madras to the Bombay High Court.The bench of CJI BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran agreed to consider the matter and issued notice in the same.
3. Indian travelers visiting Japan will soon be able to use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for everyday transactions, following a major agreement between NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL) and NTT DATA Japan.
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DEFENCE News
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1. A military combat parachute system, indigenously developed by the DRDO, been “successfully” tested at an altitude of 32,000 ft, opening doors for induction of indigenous parachute systems.
2. The National Security Guard (NSG), India’s premier counter-terrorism force is celebrated its 41st Raising Day yesterday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has greeted NSG personnel on the occasion.
3. Kerala Governor Rajendra Viswanath Arlerkar inaugurated the SPARSH Outreach programme in Thiruvananthapuram for pensioners, organised by the Controller General of Defence Accounts.
4. The three-day United Nations Troops Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army, concluded today with high-level deliberations and a reaffirmation of the collective resolve to strengthen United Nations peacekeeping operations.
5. President Droupadi Murmu met with the Chiefs and Vice-Chiefs of Armies from the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries, who are participating in the Army Chiefs’ Conclave in New Delhi.
17 Oct (Friday)
Vedic Ritu/ Sharad
Drik Ritu : Sharad
पक्ष :: Krishnapaksh
(In Purnimanta calendar)
Vikram Samvat – 2082
Month : Karthika 09
(In Amanta calendar)
Shaka Samvat – 1947
Month :Ashvina 25
Tithi : Dwadashi (up to 12:19 pm)Trayodashi
Nakshatra:Purva Phalguni (up to 3:41 pm)
Uttara Phalguni
Rahu : 09:20 AM – 10:46 AM
Yamaganda : 01:37 PM – 03:03 PM
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